Polygon Labs Unveils Blockchain Aggregation Layer AggLayer

Polygon Labs has developed AggLayer, an aggregation layer aimed at connecting blockchains based on zero-knowledge proofs (ZKP).

Until now, blockchain scaling had 2 paradigms: Monolithic & Modular

Introducing the next one: Aggregation

A novel solution combining the benefits of monolithic & modular designs by unifying liquidity via safe, near-instant atomic cross-chain txs using ZK proofs.

Feb Mainnet ?… pic.twitter.com/mE0qssoWyJ

— Polygon (Labs) (@0xPolygonLabs) January 24, 2024

According to the announcement, AggLayer combines the advantages of monolithic and modular blockchain architectures. The new solution unifies liquidity through secure and nearly instantaneous swaps using ZKP.

“As a central component of Polygon 2.0, AggLayer will use ZKP to create a cohesive aggregated environment that will appear as a single chain, even though each blockchain in the ecosystem will remain sovereign,” the team emphasized.

In their view, the solution allows:

• connected first and second layer networks to access initial liquidity through a unified pool;
• application developers to expand user reach through seamless cross-network transactions;
• end users to enjoy an experience similar to the modern internet—a unified environment without cumbersome bridges.

Polygon Labs plans to launch the AggLayer mainnet in February during the Aggregation Day event.

Back in December, Polygon Labs developers ceased support for Polygon Edge, an early open-source solution for creating EVM networks.