Google Cloud is an authenticator on the Polygon POS network.

Google Cloud joins Polygon's Proof-of-Stake (PoS) network of decentralized validators.

In a September 29 announcement, the tech giant will be one of 100+ validators helping to secure the blockchain that has brought Google a reputation for security in many areas.

In the official version, Polygon uses the same infrastructure used to power Gmail and YouTube, increasing user confidence as Ethereum's Layer 2 battle rages on.

The same infrastructure that powered @YouTube and @gmail is helping to maintain the fast, low-cost, Ethereum-for-everything Polygon protocol.

The announcement was confirmed by Google Cloud Singapore's official account: “We are now serving as an authenticator on the Polygon POS network, along with 100+ other authenticators for the network's shared security, management and decentralization.”

Google Cloud, which acts as an authenticator, participates in the management role of the network, operating nodes and maintaining MATIC.

Google Strategic Web3 Partnership

The move is part of Google's broader plans for the blockchain ecosystem as it continues to expand key partnerships in recent months.

In April, Google announced that it was providing cloud services for Polygon's zkEVM scaling solution, support for application chains, and a $200,000 Google Cloud loan to Polygon-backed startups.

It is explained that the cloud service provider provides node engines and deploys nodes with one click.

“Google Cloud Helps Accelerate Adoption of Core Polygon Protocols with Enterprise Infrastructure and Devices.”

Google isn't the only beneficiary of the distributed ledger technology (DLT) push, with Polygon launching deals with Tezos, Solana, Ronin Networks, etc.

Last week, the company expanded its blockchain services on BigQuery to 11 new networks in addition to Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Ethereum Classic, etc.

According to the company, the move will allow developers to quickly access public data across multiple chains as they begin to build decentralized applications (dApps) and create smart contracts.

“We're doing this because the Blockchain Foundation, Web3 analytics firms, partners, developers, and customers tell us they want a more comprehensive view of the crypto landscape and can ask for more blockchains. They want to answer complex questions and verify concrete claims,” ​​the statement reads.

Multilateral efforts at scale

With recent competition and improvements in the market, including the Ethereum ecosystem, to make Holesky Testnet's launch platform more convenient, Polygon has provided additional services to build user adoption.

Polygon 2.0 stands out as a major experiment following claims to create the internet's price floor.

It is designed to support multiple chains, enabling cross-chain transactions and scalability without compromising network security and scalability.

Polygon 2.0 is a network of L2 chains powered by ZK, a novel cross-chain coordination protocol. For a user, the entire network will want to use a single chain.”