Polygon aims to launch 'AggLayer' focused on blockchain interoperability in February
Quick Take
- Polygon will introduce a blockchain aggregation layer or “AggLayer,” focused on unifying liquidity.
- It will allow developers to connect blockchains with zero knowledge proofs, leveraging Ethereum for settlement.
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Labs will release a new solution called aggregation layer (or AggLayer) – aiming to connect blockchains with zero knowledge proofs.
The first version of the solution is planned to be released in February, Polygon Labs said, enabling developers to connect blockchains to support unified liquidity.
The objective will be to ensure uniform security across modular and monolithic chains, including those within the Polygon ecosystem.
AggLayer and ZK proofs
"As a central component of Polygon 2.0, AggLayer will use ZK proofs to create an aggregated environment that feels like a single chain – even as each chain in the ecosystem remains sovereign," Polygon Labs stated.
Polygon primarily operates a sidechain and a Layer 2 network based on ZK-Rollups: the Polygon zkEVM.
It also offers a software development kit called CDK. Many Layer 2 networks have been developed using this CDK toolkit, including Immutable, OKX, Astar, Canto, Palm Network, Aavegotchi, and IDEX. The AggLayer is expected to facilitate the integration of all these chains under Polygon 2.0.
Polygon is eyeing to build a Layer 2 ecosystem based on ZK-Rollups. Polygon 2.0 will bring together multiple Layer 2 chains rooted in ZK rollups, enabling cross-chain communication.
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