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Wrapped Matic (WMATIC) is a tokenised version of MATIC, the native cryptocurrency of the Polygon network. As an ERC-20 token, WMATIC is designed to ensure compatibility with Ethereum-based protocols and applications while maintaining a 1:1 peg with MATIC.
WMATIC operates on both the Polygon and Ethereum networks, leveraging their respective strengths. Key functionalities include:
WMATIC inherits Polygon’s Proof of Stake (PoS) consensus mechanism while benefiting from Ethereum’s expanding DeFi ecosystem.
WMATIC serves various applications across decentralised finance and cryptocurrency ecosystems, including:
Key industries include DeFi, cryptocurrency trading, gaming, and NFT marketplaces.
WMATIC was introduced as part of the Polygon ecosystem to enhance the utility and compatibility of MATIC tokens within Ethereum-based applications.
WMATIC has grown alongside the Polygon network, becoming a cornerstone of its DeFi ecosystem. As Polygon’s layer 2 scaling solution gained popularity, demand for WMATIC increased due to its role in cross-chain transactions and its utility in various DeFi applications.