Web3 Gaming Built on Immutable zkEVM, Powered by Polygon
Web3 Gaming Built on Immutable zkEVM, Powered by Polygon
🎮 Gaming's zkEVM Revolution
Immutable zkEVM, powered by Polygon, is becoming the foundation for Web3 gaming. This development marks a significant shift in the blockchain gaming landscape:
- zkEVM Technology: Combines zero-knowledge proofs with Ethereum Virtual Machine compatibility.
- Scalability: Offers improved transaction speed and reduced costs for gaming applications.
- Ecosystem Growth: Attracts game developers and players to the Polygon network.
The phrase 'Slowly, then all at once' suggests a tipping point in adoption. As more games integrate this technology, we may see a rapid acceleration in Web3 gaming popularity and functionality.
Slowly, then all at once. Web3 gaming is built on Immutable zkEVM, powered by Polygon ⚡️
Immutable is one of the fastest-growing chains surging past 3 million signups. Since the Immutable Passport launch in early 2024, signups have doubled in the last two months alone. Hit games are all launching simultaneously on Immutable.
GMT Pay Launches on Polygon, Enabling Real-World Purchases with STEPN Earnings
STEPN has officially launched GMT Pay on the Polygon network, allowing users to convert their earned GMT tokens directly into real-world purchases. This release follows the January 2023 waitlist announcement and marks a significant milestone in connecting move-to-earn rewards with practical utility. Key Features: - Direct conversion of GMT tokens to purchases - Built on Polygon network for efficiency - Integration with STEPN and STEPN GO platforms Users can now seamlessly transition from earning tokens through physical activity to using them for everyday transactions.
Polygon and Cypher Card Enable Seamless Crypto Payments
Cypher's card is advancing crypto adoption through seamless payment integration on Polygon's network. This builds on Polygon's existing partnership with Stripe, which enables USDC payments at over 3M locations with a competitive 1.5% fee (vs 2.9% for traditional cards). The stablecoin market reached $230B in February, partly driven by Stripe-Polygon integration. The platform allows businesses to receive fiat while customers pay in crypto, bridging traditional and digital finance. - Lower transaction fees than traditional systems - Real-world utility for crypto payments - Growing regulatory acceptance - Widespread merchant adoption
Polygon Community Treasury Announces Final Call for Season 2 Grant Applications
The Polygon Community Treasury is distributing 35M POL tokens in Season 2 grants, part of a larger 1B POL allocation over 10 years. Key tracks: - Direct Grants Track: 20M POL for all builders - Grant Allocator Track: 15M POL managed by ecosystem teams Important deadlines: - Direct Track closes April 15 - Various allocator deadlines from April-June - Some tracks ongoing through @gitcoin, @QuickswapDEX, @iotex_io Focus areas include AI, DePIN, and memecoins. Builders can apply at [polygon.technology/grants](http://polygon.technology/grants)
Polygon Support Added to CoinTracker for Tax Season
CoinTracker has expanded its cryptocurrency tax reporting capabilities by adding support for Polygon network transactions. This integration arrives strategically before the US tax filing deadline. - Users can now track and report transactions on Polygon - Simplifies tax compliance for MATIC holders - Follows recent addition of THORChain support The platform continues to expand its multi-chain tracking capabilities, making crypto tax reporting more comprehensive for users across different networks.
Hyperlane Announces HYPER Token Airdrop for Polygon Users
Hyperlane has announced its HYPER token airdrop with significant allocations for Polygon ecosystem users: - Polygon mainnet users eligible for ~1.8M HYPER - Polygon zkEVM users eligible for ~707K HYPER - Zeroway users qualified for over 1M HYPER Pre-registration deadline is set for April 13th. The airdrop represents a milestone in Hyperlane's expansion strategy across multiple blockchain networks. [Check eligibility and pre-claim here](link)