Polygon Labs Acquires Toposware to Lead the Next Generation of ZK Technology

Polygon Labs has made a significant move by acquiring Toposware, a prominent player in the ZK engineering field. This acquisition is set to elevate ZK technology to new heights.
Exciting news as @Toposware joins the Polygon Labs team, bringing their expertise in zk technology. Toposware was instrumental in the development of the Type 1 zkEVM and has been at the forefront of zk-based interoperability.
The collaboration between Toposware and Polygon Labs has resulted in the creation of a Type 1 ZKEVM prover, a groundbreaking advancement in blockchain technology. Toposware’s reputation as pioneers in this field is well-deserved.
Polygon Labs has officially welcomed Toposware into the company, merging their ZK innovation teams to drive progress in key areas such as AggLayer, Polygon CDK & Polygon zkEVM, and enhancing Polygon as a ZK validium.
Toposware is highly regarded in the ZK research community, known for their creation of the Type 1 prover which has significantly contributed to the Ethereum ecosystem. The addition of the Type 1 prover will strengthen existing chains and connect to the AggLayer, creating a neutral and interoperable network for sovereign blockchains.
Research is ongoing to connect the Polygon PoS network with the AggLayer, with TopoSWAP playing a crucial role in transitioning the network to a ZK-protected chain. The Type 1 prover has proven to be cost-efficient in validating Ethereum transactions, making it a valuable asset for the network.
The acquisition of Toposware is expected to bring positive changes to all Polygon protocols, with plans to integrate the Polygon PoS network with the AggLayer in the near future. Polygon Labs’ leadership in ZK research has led to practical applications like Plonky3, influencing other ZK teams in the industry.
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