A viable trust still persist in the use of Zerocash so i suggest you check it out.
I don't really understand this post.
Are you saying that the initial release requires an element of trust at launch?
Or that its looking likely to be closed source for a long while, even after they have finished development?
Or that the project is funded by government / military money?
Anyway, back on the main OP topic. Nice paper and thinking. I'll be keeping up with your progress.