Crypto Yields Go Mainstream? Sony L2 Taps Plume for Real-World Asset Bridge
Plume Network, a blockchain engineered specifically for Real World Asset (RWA) finance, has entered a strategic alliance with Soneium, the Ethereum Layer-2 solution crafted by Sony Block Solutions Labs (SBSL).
This collaboration focuses on integrating real-world asset staking and associated yields directly into the Soneium ecosystem. The initiative aims to leverage Plume’s native interoperability layer, known as SkyLink, to facilitate this connection.
The core mechanism involves SkyLink acting as a technical conduit. It will enable yield generated from tokenized assets, such as U.S. Treasuries and private credit instruments, to flow seamlessly across chains into the Soneium network.
This development potentially unlocks access to institutional-grade yield products for the reported 5.1 million users within Soneium’s environment, without requiring them to navigate away from the platform. Plume’s leadership emphasized a commitment to advancing RWAs and fostering an interconnected crypto ecosystem where real yield moves freely across different blockchains.
The RWA sector is increasingly seen as a key bridge between traditional finance and decentralized finance (DeFi), making interoperability solutions like SkyLink critical infrastructure.
Soneium itself stems from a joint effort between Sony Group Corporation and Web3 specialist Startale Group. The Layer-2 network is geared towards consumer and creator applications and is reportedly preparing mini-app launches via the popular LINE messaging service.
Further expanding its network, Soneium has also linked with Plume ecosystem collaborator Moca Network. This separate partnership targets expansion into anime intellectual property (like Solo Leveling), gaming, and digital identity solutions.
Leaders at SBSL view the ability to offer access to real-world yield via tokenized assets as a significant advancement in making blockchain technology relevant to mainstream financial users. They see the Plume partnership as introducing a valuable new dimension to their ecosystem.
Plume highlights its position as a comprehensive RWA chain, featuring EVM compatibility, a dedicated tokenization engine, and integrated financial tools, with over 180 projects currently building on its network. The Soneium deal represents a key move towards Plume’s goal of a unified RWAfi network where assets and yields are fluid between blockchains.
Market data indicated that the PLUME token experienced a 10% price increase concurrent with the partnership announcement.