Polygon Village Build Ideas and Village Startup Support Teams Announced
Polygon Village Build Ideas and Village Startup Support Teams Announced
Polygon Village Build Ideas and Village Startup Support have selected teams for their respective programs, aiming to support builders in the web3 space. Village Build Ideas will assist startups focusing on DeFi, NFTs, gaming, and more, while Village Startup Support offers guidance and mentorship to founders like those working on tokenized investment strategies, blockchain games, decentralized platforms, and more.
Coming up with the initial idea can sometimes be the hardest part of building (especially when aiming for a unicorn-worthy idea). Polygon Village Build Ideas was created to help give builders that initial 🧨 spark 🧨 The program, crafted by web3 experts, handpicks compelling
Building in web3 can be hard – that’s why Polygon Village is here. Enter Village Startup Support, a tailored support program for select founders offering immersive guidance, strategic support, 1:1 mentorship and access to an elite network. After a rigorous selection and vetting
Polygon Launches Breakout Program with Token Airdrops for POL Stakers
Polygon has announced its Breakout Program, offering POL stakers access to native token airdrops from graduating projects. Key highlights: - PrivadoID (formerly Polygon ID): ~5% airdrop - Polygon Miden: ~10% airdrop - Stealth DeFi chain: ~15% airdrop - Additional DePIN and prover network projects incoming The program aims to create network effects through high-value project launches, directly benefiting POL stakers. First eligibility snapshot scheduled for next week. Staking available at: [Polygon Staking Portal](https://staking.polygon.technology/)
Hadron x Agglayer Launch Dubai Campus
A new Web3 innovation hub is set to launch in Dubai through a collaboration between Hadron and Agglayer. The flagship campus aims to support: - First-time founders - Experienced investors - Web3 ecosystem participants The facility will serve as a central point for those working to develop the next generation of internet technologies. Join the community: [Register for Launch](lu.ma/7d0zseh3?v=2)
Pyse Launches Green RWA Investment Platform on Polygon
**Pyse** introduces a new platform enabling global investors to participate in green Real World Assets (RWAs) through fractional ownership on the Polygon network. The initial offering focuses on tokenized electric vehicles (EVs), making sustainable investment opportunities accessible without geographical restrictions. This development follows Pyse's broader mission of democratizing access to wealth through RWAs, as previously outlined by CEO @PG_inRWA in the Korea IT Times. - Platform features: - Fractional ownership model - Focus on revenue-generating green assets - Polygon blockchain integration - Global accessibility [Learn more about RWAs](https://www.koreaittimes.com/news/articleView.html?idxno=135210)
USDC Velocity on Polygon Surpasses US Economy
USDC velocity on Polygon has seen a dramatic increase from 0.84 to 4.72 since January, approaching $1B in total supply. This means $4.7 is moving for every $1 of USDC on Polygon - significantly higher than the US economy's velocity of 1.3. Key points: - Velocity indicates economic health and expansion - Higher velocity suggests more active usage - Static TVL (Total Value Locked) matters less than actual circulation Data source: [Dune Analytics](https://dune.com/petertherock/polygon-stablecoin)
Polygon Labs Executive Discusses Stablecoin Standards
Polygon Labs' Head of Payments & Liquidity addresses key concerns in the stablecoin ecosystem. The focus centers on fundamental operational aspects: - **Issuer Capability**: Assessment of whether providers can maintain safety standards - **Core Requirements**: - Reserve management - Transparency measures - Security protocols - Consumer protection frameworks This aligns with Japan's regulatory approach, which scrutinizes asset backing of stablecoins. The discussion highlights the growing emphasis on stablecoin issuer accountability and regulatory compliance.