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Recursive zero-knowledge proof depth constraints directly affect light-client synchronization stability. Excessive depth increases verification latency and memory overhead, causing synchronization delays or failures in resource-constrained environments. Conversely, overly shallow depths may compromise proof completeness, leading to invalid state transitions. Solutions include adaptive depth adjustment based on network congestion, using succinct proofs like SNARKs to minimize overhead, and implementing parallel verification pipelines. Protocols like Mina demonstrate how recursive proof compression maintains stability by bounding depth while preserving cryptographic soundness, ensuring light-clients remain synchronized without sacrificing security.