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Polygon price today

1 Year High

$0.13$0.20

$0.20

Highest price this year

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Highest price this year

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Today's Range

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Today's trading range

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Today's trading range

All-Time Range

$0.00$2.92

4%

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4%

of all-time high

$0.00
$2.92

Market Cap

#2034

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0.0% m. share

Volume 24h

$0.15

-18.60% price · 24 hours

Circulating Supply

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- of 10B

Fully Diluted Cap

$1.26B

Listed Jan 1, 1970

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About Polygon

Polygon is a multi-chain scaling solution for the Ethereum blockchain. Polygon is a Layer 2 scaling solution for Ethereum that aims to improve the speed and reduce the cost and complexities of transactions on its network. Polygon uses sidechains to help with off-chain computation while maintaining security and uses a decentralized network of Proof-of-Stake (PoS) validators. POL is the utility token of the Polygon network and is used for securing the chain through staking, participating in network governance and as a unit of payment for transaction fees on the network.

What is Polygon (MATIC)

Polygon is a Layer 2 scaling solution for the Ethereum blockchain that aims to improve transaction speeds and cost. Polygon achieves this using Ethereum-compatible sidechains. Polygon side chains can run computations separately from the Ethereum blockchain, while benefiting from its security. A decentralized network of Proof-of-Stake (PoS) validators verifies transactions on Polygon's main side chain.

MATIC is the native token of the Polygon network. It is used for securing the chain through staking, participating in network governance, and for paying transaction fees. It can also serve as a medium of exchange for buying various goods and services.

Crypto investors can purchase Polygon MATIC digital assets from a wide range of mobile apps, centralized, and decentralized exchanges. MATIC tokens have a max supply of 10 billion coins, with over 9.2 billion tokens already in circulation.

Since its creation, Polygon has become a pioneering Layer 2 project in the crypto market with a current market capitalization of around $8 billion.

 

Who created Polygon?

A team of developers - Jaynti Kanani, Sandeep Nailwal, Mihailo Bjelic, and Anurag Arjun created the Polygon blockchain project. The need to address the challenges faced by Ethereum and create a scalable and efficient blockchain network motivated the team to create Polygon.

Polygon (MATIC) initially launched in 2017 as the Matic Network, but later rebranded to Polygon in February 2021. Over the years since Polygon (MATIC) crypto assets first launched, it has become one of the leading Ethereum scaling solutions in the crypto space.

 

How does Polygon (MATIC) work?

Polygon, previously known as Matic Network, is a Layer 2 solution that operates on top of Ethereum's blockchain network technology. The Polygon network employs a Proof-of-Stake consensus mechanism. Validators stake MATIC tokens to secure the network and validate transactions. This feature enables Polygon to have significantly lower transaction costs and a higher transaction throughput, compared to Bitcoin's Proof-of-Work mechanism.

The proof-of-stake consensus mechanism is an important part of Polygon's blockchain technology. It performs the difficult task of making sure all validators can achieve distributed agreement on new data entering the blockchain.

MATIC functions as the native currency on the Polygon crypto project, allowing users to pay for transaction fees and access other network services. MATIC holders can participate in staking to receive rewards and secure the network.

Transactions on Polygon take place through its Polygon Commit Chain. This feature serves as a bridge between the Ethereum network and Polygon's Layer 2 solutions, and guarantees faster transaction throughput and cheaper fees.

Users can store Polygon MATIC tokens in wallets that support the ERC-20 token standard, such as Ledger, MetaMask, and Coinbase Wallet. Staking is a vital feature of the Polygon network. It's responsible for motivating token holders to secure the network and participate in its governance while earning rewards.

 

MATIC price

MATIC's asset price has experienced fluctuations in its history. The coin's average price in 2020 was around $0.01, reaching an all-time high of $2.68 by May 2021. The coin's price later experienced a dip in trading volume during a crypto winter, with its minimum price level dropping to $0.71. As of now, the current price of the Polygon network token is {{primaryAsset.price.currency}}. There are varying opinions on its future coin price predictions. Some expect the coin's value to appreciate in the long run, while others expect the value to decrease. 

The crypto price of MATIC is subject to various factors. These include market demand and supply, cryptocurrency news, bull and bear markets, technological advancements, and adoption of the Polygon network. The supply and demand dynamics of the entire cryptocurrency market play a crucial role in determining the price of MATIC. Positive news, such as new partnerships or regulatory developments, could lead to an increase in demand and, consequently, the price of MATIC. Technological advancements within the Polygon network could also affect the MATIC coin price, as a more efficient network could attract more users. In turn, these improvements could result in increased demand and trading volume. Adoption of the Polygon network Layer-2 solution could also impact the price of MATIC by attracting more developers and businesses.

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Polygon price history

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FAQs

Yes, you can use Custom Orders on Kraken to automatically buy Polygon if it reaches a lower price.

Timing the market can be incredibly challenging, which is why many traders opt to dollar-cost average Polygon instead. Using recurring buys, you can steadily accumulate Polygon over time regardless of its market price, and eliminate the stress of trying to perfectly time the market.

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A variety of factors affect the price of Polygon including market sentiment, technical developments, user adoption and macro economic events.

The Polygon price chart shows several important pieces of information about the current price of Polygon, including its recent price movement and trading volume. The vertical axis represents the value of the asset in your chosen currency, such as USD, while the horizontal axis shows the time period, which can range from minutes to years. Polygon price charts often use candlesticks to illustrate price movements. Each candlestick represents the opening, closing, highest and lowest prices MATIC printed within a specific time frame. Below the price chart, you may also see volume bars that display trading activity for that period, with taller bars indicating higher trade volume. Professional traders often factor in these data points when conducting their own technical analysis.

You can use the MATIC price chart to analyze price movements and identify areas of support and resistance. Many traders also use different technical indicators to help them analyze past MATIC trading patterns in an effort to predict future price changes. It's important to remember that no method can predict prices with 100% accuracy, but using different tools while analyzing the MATIC price chart can help inform your trading strategy.

Yes, Kraken makes it easy to stake and earn rewards on dozens of different cryptocurrencies. Visit our staking page here to see if Polygon is eligible for staking or opt-in rewards in your region.

As with any financial investment, there are risks to consider before investing in Polygon and holding it on an exchange like Kraken. Cryptocurrency prices, including Polygon, can be highly volatile. While Kraken has always maintained a strong focus on security, we encourage our clients to self custody their crypto in non-custodial wallets that only they can access, like Kraken Wallet.

Cryptocurrency tax reporting rules vary significantly from country to country. It’s advisable to seek professional local tax guidance to ensure correct reporting and avoid potential penalties.

  1. To set up Polygon price alerts on Kraken web, go to the Alerts widget, located behind the Order form in Advanced view. First, enable browser notifications. Then, click "Create new alert" to open the alert setup. Choose Polygon, set trigger parameters, and adjust the price using the percentage buttons or by typing the desired price.
  2. To set up Polygon price alerts on the Kraken mobile app, ensure push notifications are enabled in both your device settings and within Kraken Pro. Then, go to the price alerts modal by tapping the bell icon on the Markets page or long-pressing any open order. Select "Create new alert" and follow the same steps as on the web platform

You can use custom orders on Kraken to automatically execute stop-loss or take profit orders for Polygon. When using Kraken Pro, you can set a stop-loss or take-profit order for Polygon by locating the "Take Profit / Stop Loss" dropdown on the order form. Choose either "Simple" or "Advanced" mode based on your preference.

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Yes, the Kraken mobile trading app makes it easy to manage your Polygon holdings on the go. Our smart investing service brings powerful tools and effortless control to your Polygon investments.

To export your Polygon trading history, locate the Settings menu and click on “Documents” > “Create Export.” From here, you can choose between trade history, ledger history or balance, depending on what data you’d like to export.

Yes, Kraken offers recurring buy functionality for a wide range of cryptocurrencies, including Polygon. To set it up, open the mobile app, tap "Buy," and choose the asset you'd like to purchase. Then, enter the amount you wish to buy and select the frequency by clicking "One Time" and choosing a schedule that works for you: daily, weekly, or monthly.

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