Sony Doubles Down on Blockchain with $13M Follow-On Investment in Startale’s Soneium Network
Sony has deepened its commitment to blockchain infrastructure with a $13 million follow-on investment in Startale Labs' Soneium Network. The move comes as the LAYER 1 solution processes over 500 million transactions since its early 2025 mainnet launch, demonstrating accelerating adoption.
The strategic investment signals Sony's confidence in Startale's technical execution amid broader Web3 infrastructure scaling. While maintaining existing governance terms, the electronics giant is positioning Soneium as a cornerstone of its long-term blockchain strategy.
Market observers note the funding coincides with surging wallet growth on Soneium, suggesting the network may be approaching critical mass for developer activity. The capital injection will likely accelerate tooling development and ecosystem incentives.