Consensus Crypto Policy Bootcamp Invitations Announced
Consensus Crypto Policy Bootcamp Invitations Announced
π₯ Crypto Policy Bootcamp Invites

The first round of invitations for the Consensus Crypto Policy Bootcamp have been sent out. However, there is still an opportunity to join Polygon Labs, Solana Foundation, Wormhole Foundation, and DeFi Fund for one of two sessions during the Consensus 2024 event. Interested individuals who will be in Austin on May 29th, have an interest in advocacy for the crypto/blockchain space, and want to gain tools to push the policy landscape forward can apply using the provided form and explain their reasons for wanting to attend.
ππ½ The first round of Consensus Crypto Policy Bootcamp invitations are OUT. But itβs not too late to join Polygon Labs, @SolanaFndn, @WormholeFdn, and @fund_defi for one of two sessions during @consensus2024.
ποΈ Polygon Offers $10K in Prizes at ETHGlobal Buenos Aires
**Polygon is sponsoring ETHGlobal Buenos Aires** with $10,000 in prizes for developers building with x402 and agentic payments. **Event Details:** - **Dates:** November 21-23 - **Location:** Buenos Aires, Workshop Room 2 - **Focus:** Best use of x402 and agentic payments on Polygon Developers can access comprehensive documentation and resources for agentic payments on Polygon through their dedicated docs portal. [Register for ETHGlobal Buenos Aires](https://ethglobal.com/events/buenosaires/prizes/polygon) [Learn about agentic payments](https://agentic-docs.polygon.technology/general/)
π¦ Revolut Brings Polygon to 14M Users
**Revolut integrates Polygon blockchain** across 38 countries, enabling 14M+ users to access crypto payments directly through their existing app. **Key features now available:** - Send and receive USDC, USDT, and POL with zero fees - Pay using Revolut crypto cards on Polygon network - Trade and stake POL tokens - Convert crypto back to traditional currency The integration represents **real-time, borderless money movement** at scale. Users can now leverage blockchain technology without leaving the familiar Revolut interface. **Traditional finance meets DeFi** as Revolut joins other major financial institutions adopting blockchain infrastructure for mainstream use. This marks the first phase of a broader collaboration between the companies, with plans to expand functionality further.
π Mastercard Partners with Polygon for Username-Based Crypto Transfers
**Mastercard has selected Polygon** to power its new Crypto Credential system, enabling username-based transfers for self-custody wallets in partnership with Mercuryo. **Key features include:** - One-time user onboarding with verified username creation - Direct wallet linking for instant asset transfers - **No more copying complex hex addresses** Mercuryo handles user verification and credential issuance, while **Polygon provides the blockchain infrastructure**. The partnership leverages Polygon's low-cost, high-speed payment rails designed for scalability and reliability. This development represents a significant step toward **mainstream crypto adoption** by simplifying the user experience for digital asset transfers.
π Polygon Speed Beats Banks
**Traditional banking's 5+ business day transfers can't compete** with the speed modern life demands. **Polygon has become the dominant network** for stablecoin transfers in emerging markets, processing more volume than all other EVM chains combined. Key statistics: - Most emerging-market stablecoin transfers already run on Polygon - Over half of stablecoin liquidity in emerging markets sits on the network - In Latin America specifically, Polygon leads stablecoin transfer volumes by a significant margin The network's success stems from its ability to **move money at the speed life demands** - a critical advantage over traditional banking infrastructure. [Learn more about onchain payments](https://luma.com/311rbz5b)
Money Rails Event in Buenos Aires - Final Days to Register

**Money Rails** - Polygon Labs' flagship financial event - is happening in **3 days** on November 18 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The one-day conference brings together **key movers across the financial world** for: - Networking sessions - Industry panels - Future of money discussions Event sponsors include: - **Relay Protocol** - processed $9B+ volume, 60M+ transactions - **Ripio** - 12+ year Latin American crypto leader - **Pi Squared** - building FastSet for instant payments **Free admission** with Devconnect ticket. [Register now](https://luma.com/311rbz5b) *Join the conversation shaping tomorrow's financial infrastructure.*