The announcement on January 14 revealed that Soneium’s testnet phase was a success, recording 15 million active wallets and over 47 million transactions. The mainnet now boasts 6.8 million blocks with an average block time of 2 seconds. Over 7.3 million contracts are live on the platform, according to Blockscout data.
Soneium’s journey began in August 2024, with the introduction of its testnet, Soneium Minato. Developers and creators used this environment to explore its capabilities, resulting in 32 projects selected from the Soneium Spark incubation program and numerous independent applications spanning entertainment, gaming, NFTs, and finance.
The transition from testnet to mainnet is seamless, allowing previously developed apps to function without changes. To enhance usability, Soneium is building infrastructure services aimed at simplifying user experience.
Soneium’s Fan Marketing Platform, created by SNFT Inc., offers companies a comprehensive tool for NFT initiatives. Additionally, the S.BLOX crypto exchange, born from Sony’s acquisition of WhaleFin in 2023, supports creators and brands in leveraging new opportunities.
In partnership with Chainlink, Soneium will integrate the Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol, strengthening its cross-chain capabilities. With these advancements, Sony positions itself as a leader in the Web3 ecosystem, merging entertainment and technology.
