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Polkadot·2025-09-12 19:25

Branding and Communication - Polkadot's relay chain will be rebranded as JAM chain, similar to rebranding Windows 95 to XP under Microsoft, with Polkadot remaining the overarching brand [1] - Leadership's opinion remains crucial in OpenGov community voting, especially on branding and sensitive topics, with alignment already present [1] - Polkadot is positioned as the network's brand, while JAM represents the underlying technology [1] Technology and Governance - JAM's governance will shift from comprehensive upgrades to localized upgrades [1] - The token used in JAM has received a clear signal from OpenGov [1] Validator Implications - Validators will need more powerful hardware, but within enthusiast-level specifications [1]