The Polygon network is set to undergo a significant transformation with the upcoming Rio mainnet upgrade, aimed at bolstering its Proof-of-Stake (PoS) architecture. This upgrade is designed to enhance the network's performance, particularly for high-demand applications, and is a crucial step towards achieving a transaction capacity of up to 5,000 transactions per second (TPS). According to the results published in the material, this enhancement is expected to significantly improve user experience and scalability.
Overview of the Rio Upgrade
The Rio upgrade is part of Polygon's ambitious GigaGas roadmap, which seeks to improve the network's ability to handle global payments and the increasing demand for tokenized Real-World Assets (RWAs). Key technical proposals included in the hard fork are focused on optimizing block production and validation processes, ensuring a more efficient network operation.
Key Features of the Upgrade
One of the standout features is PIP64, which introduces the Validator Elected Block Producer (VEBloP) model. This new approach to block production is expected to significantly enhance network throughput while eliminating issues related to chain recognition. Furthermore, PIP72 brings in Witness-Based Stateless Verification, allowing validator nodes to confirm blocks without the need to store the entire blockchain state. This innovation aims to reduce hardware requirements, thereby promoting greater decentralization within the network.
