Polygon has appointed Sandeep Nailwal as CEO of the Polygon Foundation, marking a significant leadership transition and strategic realignment. This move, effective May 2025, aims to streamline operations and focus on accelerating growth within the global Web3 landscape. Nailwal’s appointment follows the departure of co-founder Mihailo Bjelic and marks a shift toward unified leadership. This decision is driven by Nailwal’s strategic vision and extensive experience, having served as Chief Business Officer for Polygon and co-founded the project. His expertise lies in navigating the complexities of blockchain technology, particularly in developing ZK toolkit interoperability and AggLayer infrastructure, crucial for broader ecosystem integration. )