Sony’s layer-2 network Soneium triggers outcry over censorship features

Community backlash erupts after Soneium’s launch, with critics labeling its restrictions as anti-decentralization. Japanese multinational conglomerate Sony is stepping into the blockchain spotlight with the launch of Soneium, its layer-2 solution built on the Ethereum network. Designed to “unlock new possibilities, enhancing fan engagement and leveraging the transformative potential of web3 technology,” Soneium promises a […]

Sony launches Soneium mainnet to power fan-driven web3 experiences

Sony’s Soneium mainnet is officially live, offering creators faster, cheaper blockchain solutions and tools to connect with fans through NFTs and crypto. On January 14, Sony built on the success of its 2024 testnet, Soneium Minato—which has attracted over 15 million wallets and 50 million transactions—by launching Soneium, a blockchain mainnet that helps artists connect […]