According to Odaily, StarkWare and Cartridg have collaborated to launch a new extension framework called ZKThreads. This framework is based on ZK execution shards and aims to address the issue of fragmentation by providing a standardized development environment that supports verifiable applications. ZKThreads is expected to be particularly beneficial for high-performance DApps, such as blockchain games and DEX on Starknet. The new framework is a significant step towards improving the performance and scalability of decentralized applications, particularly in the gaming and decentralized exchange sectors. The collaboration between StarkWare and Cartridg is expected to bring about significant advancements in the field of blockchain technology.