By leveraging the Optimism Superchain, Soneium aims to provide an accessible, reliable, and open system that caters to user needs while contributing to the broader blockchain ecosystem.
Soneium, a blockchain platform designed to empower digital creators, recently joined the Optimism Superchain ecosystem. This Ethereum layer 2 blockchain, launched by Sony Block Solutions Labs, has now shared why it chose to integrate with Optimism.
For Soneium, joining this network offers access to a robust infrastructure that supports scaling without compromising security. This move allows Soneium to operate efficiently while benefiting from Ethereum’s reliable security framework. The platform is now positioned to interact seamlessly with over 30 other blockchains in the Superchain, enabling smooth data exchange and interoperability. By joining this collective network, Soneium can leverage shared tools and incentives, fostering collaboration and mutual growth. Soneium stated:
“Joining the Optimism Superchain marks a new chapter in Soneium’s journey. As a creator-first L2, we’re leveraging OP Stack’s powerful infrastructure to: Scale with Ethereum’s security. Eventually enable native interoperability with 30+ OP Chains. Drive rapid ecosystem growth through shared infrastructure and incentives.”
A Successful Test Phase Demonstrates Scalability
A successful test phase shows the capabilities of the OP Stack and its integration with Soneium. During this period, over 14 million wallets were onboarded and more than 47 million transactions were processed efficiently. Even under heavy activity, the platform maintained speed and security, proving its capacity to meet the demands of a growing community. It added:
“Our successful testnet demonstrates the power of not only the Soneium community but also the OP Stack: 14M+ active wallets onboarded. 47M+ transactions processed efficiently. Zero compromises on speed or security”
Empowering Creators and Advancing Blockchain Adoption
This integration reinforces Soneium’s commitment to supporting creators and communities worldwide. By leveraging the Optimism Superchain, Soneium aims to provide an accessible, reliable, and open system that caters to user needs while contributing to the broader blockchain ecosystem.
Optimism stated on its X page that Soneium allows Sony Blockchain Solutions Labs to achieve capabilities beyond traditional Web2 platforms. This includes empowering creators with blockchain-based tools for IP protection and loyalty programs, ensuring direct ownership of their work. Additionally, it enables unique fan interactions, fostering deeper connections between creators and audiences. Optimism added that by building on the OP Stack, Soneium aligns with Ethereum’s principles of openness, collaboration, and decentralization.
Optimism further emphasized that Soneium shows Ethereum’s significance for the future of the internet. Its modular design, combined with the scalability of the OP Stack, provides a strong foundation for institutional adoption.
“Soneium validates Ethereum’s critical role in the future of the internet. Ethereum’s modular design, combined with the scalability of the OP Stack, makes it the bedrock of institutional adoption,” Optimism wrote.
Ryan Wyatt, Chief Growth Officer at Optimism, expressed his excitement on X about Soneium’s launch on the mainnet, calling it a significant milestone for the Superchain this year. He noted the growing anticipation and energy within the Optimism ecosystem, with several projects already launched and more on the way.
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