tldr; Polygon is an Ethereum layer 2 scaling platform that aims to increase the functionality and throughput of the network. Polygon is a layer-1 sidechain that runs in parallel to the main network. The network uses its own set of validators and uses a native token called $MATIC. It allows any developer to easily migrate apps from Ethereum to Polygon and take advantage of the lower fees.
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