According to Polygon Labs, the upcoming release of Polygon 2.0 will empower individuals to generate, trade, and program digital assets across the internet.

Polygon Labs made an exciting announcement on June 12th, introducing "Polygon 2.0." This upgraded version aims to establish the "Value Layer" of the internet, enabling users to engage in the creation, exchange, and programming of value.

As per a tweet shared, the announcement highlights that "Polygon 2.0 encompasses a series of enhancements that completely transform various elements of Polygon, encompassing protocol architecture, tokenomics, and governance. It serves as a roadmap for Polygon's evolution into the Value Layer, providing boundless scalability and cohesive liquidity through zero-knowledge (ZK) technology."

Polygon 2.0 aims to establish itself as a network of interconnected chains driven by ZK technology, a cryptographic technique that enables a prover to demonstrate the truthfulness of a statement to a verifier without disclosing any supplementary information beyond the statement's validity. As per Polygon Labs:

Polygon 2.0 aims to integrate various protocols and offer a seamless user experience by combining zk-Ethereum Virtual Machine technology, proof-of-stake, and supernets. This integration will create a cohesive network that gives the impression of a unified blockchain. Ryan Wyatt, the President of Polygon Labs, highlighted the technology's key features, including token evolution and the establishment of long-term decentralized governance.

On June 7th, Wyatt appeared as a witness in front of a committee of the United States House of Representatives, where the focus of discussion revolved around internet democratization, Web3, and blockchain technology. The committee's Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce delved into the prospects of these technologies and the regulatory obstacles they may pose.

During the hearing, Wyatt placed significant emphasis on the potential of blockchain technology to tackle the pervasive issue of "value extraction" within the current internet landscape. He articulated that the emergence of Web3, facilitated by decentralized and transparent systems, presents a viable solution by democratizing the internet and granting users control over their own data. Wyatt underscored the significance of establishing a well-regulated blockchain ecosystem in the United States, highlighting the potential advantages it holds for users and the overall economy. The timing of the hearing coincided with the Securities and Exchange Commission's initiation of legal action against prominent cryptocurrency exchanges, further amplifying the importance of discussions pertaining to regulation and the advancement of the industry.