Sony Group’s ambitious entry into blockchain technology has materialized with the launch of their Ethereum layer-2 protocol, Soneium Mainnet, powered by Optimism Foundation’s Superchain technology.
A Creator-First Blockchain
Originally announced in August, Soneium emerges from Sony Block Solutions Labs with a clear mission: enhancing creator and fan experiences through blockchain technology. The platform aims to revolutionize content rights protection and establish fair profit-sharing mechanisms.
“In this early phase, we aim to maximize creators’ creativity, benefits, and fan engagement on-chain,” Sony stated. “By protecting content rights and creating fair profit-sharing mechanisms, we empower them to thrive across both digital and real worlds.”
Impressive Testnet Performance
Since its August testnet launch, Soneium has demonstrated significant traction:
- Over 14 million active wallets
- More than 47 million transactions completed
Integrated Ecosystem
Sony Group is building a comprehensive ecosystem by integrating various blockchain services:
- SNFT Inc’s Fan Marketing Platform for NFT-based digital marketing
- BLOX platform for crypto asset trading
- Entertainment applications spanning games, NFTs, and social platforms
“Entertainment apps such as games, NFT, and social apps have been launched along with financial and other apps,” Sony explained. “These projects demonstrate the vast potential of web3, spanning areas like gaming, music, art, and community platforms.”
The launch represents Sony’s commitment to blockchain technology’s role in entertainment’s future, focusing on creator empowerment and fan engagement through decentralized solutions.
