lang icon En
Jan. 14, 2025, 3:19 a.m.
1874

Sony's Soneium: New Layer-2 Blockchain Platform Launched

Brief news summary

Sony has officially launched Soneium, its Layer-2 blockchain platform, signifying a major advancement into blockchain technology for the 78-year-old company. Built on Ethereum using the OP Stack from Optimism, Soneium is designed to bridge Web2 and Web3, with a focus on applications in gaming, finance, and entertainment. The platform boasts a user-friendly design to simplify blockchain interaction for creators, fans, and communities. During a four-month testing phase, it engaged over 14 million wallets. This move underscores the growing interest in blockchain technology among traditional tech corporations. Other companies, such as Coinbase and Kraken, have also implemented the OP Stack for their networks, supported by considerable grants from the Optimism Foundation.

Sony has officially launched Soneium, a Layer-2 blockchain platform, marking a notable advancement into the blockchain space for the 78-year-old tech giant. This platform, built on Ethereum with Optimism's OP Stack, aims to connect Web2 with Web3, emphasizing applications in gaming, finance, and entertainment. Soneium's user-friendly design is intended to make blockchain interactions effortless for creators, fans, and communities.

During its four-month testing phase, over 14 million wallets participated. Sony's initiative underscores the growing interest of traditional tech companies in blockchain technology. Firms like Coinbase and Kraken have also adopted the OP Stack for their networks, receiving substantial grants from the Optimism Foundation.


Watch video about

Sony's Soneium: New Layer-2 Blockchain Platform Launched

Try our premium solution and start getting clients — at no cost to you

I'm your Content Creator.
Let’s make a post or video and publish it on any social media — ready?

Language

Hot news

Jan. 2, 2026, 1:30 p.m.

The Rise of the AI Marketing Cloud: A Deep Dive i…

Date: January 2, 2026 Introduction Entering 2026, the fusion of artificial intelligence and marketing technology has shifted from experimentation to industrial-scale application

Jan. 2, 2026, 1:21 p.m.

AI in Video Analytics: Unlocking Insights from Vi…

Artificial intelligence is transforming video analytics by equipping businesses with powerful tools to extract valuable insights from massive amounts of visual data.

Jan. 2, 2026, 1:20 p.m.

AI and SEO: A Perfect Match for Content Optimizat…

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming content optimization, playing a crucial role in enhancing search engine performance and boosting user engagement.

Jan. 2, 2026, 1:18 p.m.

ServiceNow Reimagines CRM for the AI Era to Sell,…

ServiceNow has launched a revolutionary Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platform tailored for the AI era, representing a major advancement in how businesses manage and improve customer interactions.

Jan. 2, 2026, 1:12 p.m.

Meta's Acquisition of Manus AI Valued at $2 Billi…

Meta, the technology giant formerly known as Facebook, has made a major move in the artificial intelligence sector by acquiring the startup Manus.

Jan. 2, 2026, 9:23 a.m.

The biggest SEO lessons in 2025 for publishers

According to Ed Hyatt, director of newsroom SEO at The Wall Street Journal, the fundamentals of SEO remain the same: being intentional with content and audiences, focusing on building authority in key topics, and maintaining brand focus.

Jan. 2, 2026, 9:21 a.m.

AI-Powered Video Editing Tools Revolutionize Cont…

AI-powered video editing tools are fundamentally transforming content creation, ushering in a new era of video production.

All news

AI Company

Launch your AI-powered team to automate Marketing, Sales & Growth

and get clients on autopilot — from social media and search engines. No ads needed

Begin getting your first leads today