Coinbase Completes MATIC to POL Migration Upgrade

Polygon's **Rio upgrade** is now live on mainnet, delivering the network's biggest payments upgrade to date. **Key improvements include:** - Near-instant finality with zero reorg risk - Increased throughput capacity heading toward 5k TPS - Lighter validator nodes reducing operational costs - New Validator-Elected Block Producer (VEBloP) architecture The upgrade introduces **one-block finality** through stateless block validation, where validators elect a single producer per span. This eliminates reorganization risks that previously caused delays for exchanges and payment applications. **Real-world impact:** Payment service providers gain higher capacity, while P2P apps can offer faster asset availability. The lighter node requirements lower barriers for validators and builders seeking direct network access. Rio represents a major milestone in Polygon's **gigagas roadmap**, positioning the network as infrastructure for global payments and real-world assets. [Read the full technical details](https://polygon.technology/blog/polygon-launches-major-payments-upgrade-with-rio-faster-lighter-and-easier-to-build)

**StableFlow** has launched a new bridging solution that enables **effortless stablecoin transfers** from any blockchain to Polygon. Key features: - Transfer amounts **up to $1M+** - Works from **any source chain** - Direct integration with **Polygon network** This follows StableFlow's previous launch of one-click transfers to Arbitrum, expanding their cross-chain infrastructure. The service aims to **simplify DeFi operations** by removing traditional bridging complexity for large stablecoin movements.

**Money Rails**, a one-day summit focused on the future of onchain payments, is set for **November 18** in Buenos Aires. The event brings together builders of global finance to discuss payment infrastructure and networking opportunities. Attendees will participate in: - Panel discussions on payment systems - Networking sessions - Access to payment industry insights The summit runs from **11:00-18:00** at the Devconnect Main Venue in Buenos Aires, Argentina. **Registration is free** for Devcon ticket holders. To register: 1. Visit [devconnect.org/calendar](https://devconnect.org/calendar?event=moneyrails) 2. Verify your Zupass Devconnect ticket 3. Register for your free Money Rails ticket Alternatively, register directly at [moneyrails.io](https://moneyrails.io/) The event is organized by Polygon Labs as part of the broader Devconnect conference activities.

**Bitcoin Liquid Staking Tokens (LSTs) are expanding to Polygon** through the Beyond protocol, marking a significant cross-chain development. This integration will allow Bitcoin holders to: - Stake their BTC while maintaining liquidity - Access Polygon's DeFi ecosystem with Bitcoin-backed tokens - Earn rewards without locking up their Bitcoin **Beyond protocol** serves as the bridge technology enabling this Bitcoin-to-Polygon connection. This follows Polygon's recent addition of **stPOL from Lido**, showing the network's growing focus on liquid staking solutions across multiple assets. The launch timeline remains unspecified with a "coming soon" status.