TL;DR
Polkadot introduced the Join-Accumulate Machine (JAM) protocol that merges features of Polkadot and Ethereum, aiming to improve blockchain efficiency and scalability, with governance pending community approval.
Noteworthy developments for the protocol include an upgrade to the Acala Network and discussions about a potential $8.8 million sponsorship deal with Inter Miami CF.
Polkadot’s Progress as of Late
The blockchain protocol – Polkadot (DOT) – captured the attention of industry participants lately due to several developments that took place or might occur in the near future.
Perhaps the most important advancement is the release of the Join-Accumulate Machine (JAM) Gray Paper: a protocol that combines elements of Polkadot and Ethereum.
“JAM provides a global