$POL : Is the evolution of MATIC or just hype?
Polygon launches POL, the new token that aims to replace MATIC as part of its ambitious Polygon 2.0 plan.
It promises more utility, more power for validators, and total integration with all chains in the ecosystem.
The essentials:
POL will be the central token for fees, staking, and governance throughout the Polygon ecosystem.
It will allow validators to operate on multiple chains at once, generating cross rewards.
It has an initial supply of 10 billion and a controlled issuance (~1–2% annually).
Compatible with zkEVM, restaking, and future L2 improvements.
Market opinions:
Gonzalo Suárez (Bitso): “POL has real technical foundations, but its value depends on how quickly it is adopted. The token change is not magic.”
Iván Bolé (Fintech): “Polygon took a strategic step. POL is powerful in design, but its utility in the real world still needs to be demonstrated.”
Moment analysis:
POL trades near $0.24, and remains in a bearish channel.
Key supports: $0.16 and $0.08 if the market weakens.
Target zone for bulls: $1.50 to $3.00 in 2025 (according to optimistic analysis).
In the long term, some models project $5–$10 if Polygon's adoption grows.
What drives it?
Gradual migration from MATIC to POL (in progress).
Corporate adoption (Starbucks, Reddit, Nike).
Strong technology in L2, with significant development in zk-rollups.
Active community and alliances with the Ethereum ecosystem.
Risks to consider:
High competition among L2 solutions (Arbitrum, Optimism, zkSync).
The token change does not alter immediate fundamentals.
High correlation with Bitcoin and macroeconomic conditions.
Are you in or still watching from afar?
This is not financial advice. Research before investing.
