Polygon

Flipkart has chosen to adopt a Polygon CDK-deployed Layer 2 chain for their web3 loyalty program, FireDrops. This move will allow Flipkart to scale their program and offer customized onboarding experiences and dedicated blockspace. In the future, the program will also benefit from interoperability and access to liquidity in the greater Polygon and Ethereum ecosystems.

The fourth installment of 'Spotlight Quest, Polygon PoS Validators' features Kiln_finance and Ownest_io, two France-based companies collaborating as a single validator to secure a decentralized network.

Polygon ID is the first identity solution that enables users to utilize zero-knowledge proofs to engage with smart contracts. It is built on Verifiable Credential documents issued off-chain.

Polygon ID provides privacy-focused tools to put users in control of their identity across every digital surface. It aims to address the issue of online identity abuse and help people retain their personal information and digital identity.

SpaceRunnersNFT and Balmain are enabling users to customize their NFTs on the Polygon network, making web3 more accessible.

Polygon community developers @omnifient & @Melvillius have been recognized for bringing the Bridged USDC Standard to zkEVM and Polygon CDK. The Polygon Connect event expresses gratitude to sponsors like Flipkart, okxweb3, QuickswapDEX, TheSandboxIndia, and others for their support.

V3 of the OG DeFi yield aggregator will be deployed on Polygon first, along with a bounties program for creators.

Polygon Village is seeking the community's input on the maximum number of participants for the Buidl on Polygon #1 grant round. The decision will determine the number of winners in the community competition and the potential grant amount for each project. The community vote is ongoing.

DevConnect 2023 was a successful event that brought together developers, builders, and enthusiasts in the space. The event featured discussions on ZK tech and showcased the talent from thriving communities. Congratulations to the winners of ZK Hack and @ETHGlobal. The organizers extended their gratitude to all the teams that contributed to the event's success. Look forward to the next one!

Amazon Web Services has added Polygon PoS to Amazon Managed Blockchain (AMB) Access, making it easier for developers to develop and launch dApps. The integration allows for faster time to market, automatic scaling, cost-efficient management, and the ability to build production-grade applications. Polygon PoS offers reliability, quick transactions, and low transaction fees, making it suitable for various use cases such as NFT marketplaces, loyalty rewards, real-world asset tokenization, and digital asset offerings. AMB Access provides instant and serverless access to the Polygon PoS mainnet and the Mumbai testnet in public preview. During the public preview, access is free of charge, but standard AWS data transfer charges still apply.