Sonic Labs launches Sonic mainnet: EVM-compatible, processes 10,000 transactions per second with sub-second transaction finality
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Sonic Labs launches Sonic mainnet: EVM-compatible, processes 10,000 transactions per second with sub-second transaction finality
Sonic is an EVM-compatible Layer 1 blockchain platform focused on providing developers with robust infrastructure and generous incentive mechanisms.
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Sonic Labs has officially launched the Sonic mainnet today—an EVM-compatible Layer 1 blockchain platform designed to provide developers with robust infrastructure and compelling incentives.
The Sonic mainnet supports up to 10,000 transactions per second (TPS) with sub-second finality, along with a decentralized gateway that seamlessly connects to Ethereum. These technical capabilities empower developers with unprecedented infrastructure support and liquidity, enabling them to build next-generation decentralized applications (DApps).
Built by the team behind Fantom, Sonic delivers significant upgrades to both Fantom and its native token FTM through its new native token S. Existing FTM holders can easily transition to the Sonic platform via a one-to-one token upgrade mechanism.
Leveraging mature technology, Sonic establishes itself as a core player in decentralized finance (DeFi) by revolutionizing developer incentives while delivering smooth user experiences and abundant liquidity resources.
Revenue Sharing Model: Developers First
Sonic introduces a fee-sharing mechanism (Fee Monetization, FeeM) that allocates up to 90% of network fees directly to developers—a model inspired by Web2 platforms like YouTube. Unlike many blockchains that offer limited developer incentives and focus primarily on value extraction, Sonic’s FeeM model fundamentally addresses this imbalance.
“In recent years, we’ve seen many new chains launch—especially some centralized Layer 2s—where founding teams exclusively capture all network revenue. This model excludes developers, forcing them to charge additional fees to users for income. In contrast, the FeeM model embeds developer rewards directly into the chain, ensuring from day one that developers share in network fees.” — Sam Harcourt, Head of Business Development at Sonic Labs
On Sonic, developers earn a share of network fees based on the user traffic and engagement generated by their applications. This creates an integrated, sustainable revenue stream for developers while significantly reducing costs for end users.
From Fantom to Sonic: The Evolution of FTM into S
Fantom and its token FTM are now entering an upgrade phase, transitioning to the new Sonic platform and its native token S. To facilitate this, Sonic Labs has launched a dedicated upgrade portal, MySonic, where FTM holders can easily swap their FTM for S on a one-to-one basis.
“We’re excited to launch the new Sonic chain as the next major evolution of Fantom. Built upon Fantom’s nearly 100% uptime since 2019, Sonic is a revolutionary, developer-first platform that not only enables seamless user experiences but also allows developers to earn a share of network fees.” — Michael Kong, CEO of Sonic Labs
During the first 90 days after the Sonic mainnet launch, FTM holders can freely exchange between FTM and S via the upgrade portal. After this period, only upgrades from FTM to S will be supported.
Sonic Gateway: Secure and Decentralized Cross-Chain Interoperability
As cross-chain activity grows rapidly, secure and trustless bridging solutions have become critical. However, traditional Layer 1 and Layer 2 bridges often rely on centralized systems, posing significant risks of asset loss.
Sonic Gateway solves this issue with a decentralized design, serving as a bridge between Ethereum and Sonic, offering the following key features:
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Security: If the gateway becomes non-operational for more than 14 days, users can reclaim their funds on Ethereum, ensuring asset safety.
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Efficient Transfers: Asset transfers are batched—processed every 10 minutes from Ethereum to Sonic and hourly in reverse. Additionally, a “fast lane” option allows users to pay a small fee for instant bridging.
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Decentralized Operation: The gateway is operated by Sonic validators across both chains, maintaining decentralization just like the Sonic platform itself, eliminating risks of centralized control.
“To enable users to securely and trustlessly control their assets, we built the Sonic Gateway. This tool not only brings liquidity from other ecosystems but also ensures security through validators and fail-safe mechanisms, allowing both users and applications to fully benefit from cross-chain liquidity.” — Bernhard Scholz, Chief Research Officer at Sonic Labs
Looking ahead, Sonic Labs plans to expand the gateway beyond Ethereum to connect with other blockchains, providing users with direct, decentralized access to native assets across multiple networks.
Sonic Airdrop: S Token Incentive Program
To accelerate network growth, Sonic Labs will distribute 190.5 million S tokens through an airdrop program. Targeting both users and developers, the initiative includes two primary incentive mechanisms:
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Sonic Points: Reward early adopters, asset holders, and active participants.
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Sonic Gems: Reward developers who create innovative, user-attracting applications. Developers can convert Gems into S tokens and distribute portions to users to encourage continued engagement.
About Sonic
Sonic is an EVM-compatible Layer 1 blockchain platform focused on empowering developers with powerful infrastructure and generous incentives. The platform supports over 10,000 TPS, achieves sub-second confirmation times, and enhances liquidity and asset security through a secure Ethereum gateway.
For more information, visit the Sonic official website and follow its Twitter.
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