Cosmos L1 blockchain Canto is migrating to a zero-knowledge Layer 2 on Ethereum using Polygon's Chain Development Kit (CDK), aiming to build an ecosystem dedicated to real-world assets. The move integrates Canto into a unified Polygon ecosystem with shared ZK bridge liquidity, marking a key milestone in its 'neofinance' vision.

Canto, a Cosmos-based L1, will migrate to an Ethereum ZK Layer 2 powered by Polygon CDK, focusing on real-world assets (RWA). The move signals a shift towards 'neofinance' and strengthens Polygon's ecosystem, potentially reshaping L2 competition.

Canto is moving from a Cosmos-based layer 1 to an Ethereum ZK-powered layer 2 built with Polygon CDK. The migration is aimed at building blockchain infrastructure for real-world assets while tapping Ethereum access, shared liquidity, and ZK security.

Canto is migrating from a Cosmos-based Layer 1 to an Ethereum ZK Layer 2 built with Polygon CDK, aiming to support real-world assets while preserving validators and gaining access to broader ecosystem liquidity.

Katana, backed by Polygon Labs and GSR, acquires IDEX and launches Katana Perps, a unified onchain perpetual and spot platform. In 2025, decentralized perps volume hit $6.7 trillion (+346% YoY), signaling a shift to 24/7 trading. The platform is live with major market makers.

Katana, a DeFi blockchain guided by Polygon Labs and GSR Markets, has acquired IDEX to launch Katana Perps, a unified onchain perpetual futures and spot trading platform. With DeFi perps volume reaching $6.7T in 2025 (up 346%), the platform secured market makers like GSR and Selini Capital to capture the 24/7 trading infrastructure trend.

Katana has acquired IDEX and launched Katana Perps, a unified onchain spot and perpetuals trading platform. The move comes as decentralized perpetual futures volumes surge and regulatory signals increasingly favor onchain derivatives infrastructure.

Katana, a blockchain backed by Polygon Labs and GSR, acquired IDEX to launch a unified perpetual and spot trading platform. DeFi perpetual volumes hit $6.7T in 2025, up 346% YoY, with Hyperliquid leading at 55% market share.