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Malaysian Reserve
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Malaysian Reserve
Cyber Run Begins! Xynth88 Officially Launches Today on LINE MINI App
TAIPEI, June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Web3 runner game Xynth88, developed by Taiwan-based NFT marketplace team Lootex, officially launches today (June 16) on LINE MINI App! Combining cyberpunk aesthetics with blockchain gaming elements, Xynth88 invites players into a fast-paced futuristic escape, where thrilling swipes and digital ownership converge in a race for destiny. The game's title, Xynth88, symbolizes 'X' for the unknown and '88' for infinity—representing limitless possibilities and an endless chase into the future. Set in a high-tech cyberpunk city, players take on the role of a fugitive on the run, dodging obstacles, collecting rare shards, upgrading their skills, and climbing global leaderboards to achieve ultimate glory. Designed with intuitive swipe controls, Xynth88 offers accessible gameplay—allowing players to dodge, dash, and collect with simple swipes. Paired with futuristic visuals, immersive sound design, and rhythmic music, the game delivers a highly addictive, pick-up-and-play experience. Launching alongside the game is Torimaru, the first NFT character in Xynth88 — a lone samurai from a dystopian future, wielding the legendary twin blades Asakage, symbolizing legacy and honor. Torimaru will be unlockable and minted as an NFT on the Soneium blockchain, a decentralized Web3 network led by Sony. As a verifiable and ownable digital asset, Torimaru represents a new level of player ownership and interoperability across platforms. Owning Torimaru as an NFT means players hold an exclusive, tamper-proof asset recorded permanently on the blockchain. Unlike traditional game characters that exist only within one platform, blockchain-based characters can extend their utility across multiple games, platforms, communities, and even function as tradable or transferable identity assets—ushering in a new era of 'digital asset-powered gaming lives.' This is not just game collection—it's a true digital sovereignty revolution for players. Lootex × LINE MINI App × Sony Soneium: Driving Web3 Gaming to the Masses 'Our team has long believed in the transformative potential of NFTs in gaming,' said the Lootex team. 'We see games as a natural bridge for Web3 adoption. By partnering with LINE MINI App, which has over 200 million users, we allow players to seamlessly experience the power of Web3 gaming—without downloads, without barriers.' Additionally, the game utilizes Sony's Soneium blockchain for NFT issuance, ensuring that player-owned assets are securely recorded on a high-performance decentralized network. This allows for seamless integration across future games, applications, and marketplaces—realizing the vision of transferable, liquid digital characters. The Lootex team plans to introduce new NFT characters, each with unique backstories and cultural inspirations, as the game expands—allowing every player to discover their personal hero and chase global leaderboard domination in this cyber-speed adventure. LINE MINI App Link: Official Website: X Account: Torimaru Landing Page:
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
DeFi Leader Aave Debuts on Sony-Backed Soneium Blockchain
Decentralized finance (DeFi) firm Aave is arriving on Soneium, the Ethereum L2 blockchain linked to Japanese electronics giant Sony, the companies said on Tuesday. Decentralized finance, which shot to prominence during the so-called 'DeFi summer' of 2020, is resurgent, amid a huge growth in stablecoins and crypto-backed lending. The integration of GHO, Aave's decentralized overcollateralized stablecoin, into Sonieum is being explored for real-world use cases in payments, savings, and digital commerce, according to a press release. Soneium's 7-million user ecosystem already includes Uniswap v4, Velodrome, Stargate, Lido, and native protocols like Kyo Finance and SuperVol. 'Aave wants to be where consumers are, in trusted, accessible environments,' said Aave Labs Founder Stani Kulechov in a statement. 'Sony's global reputation and Soneium's focus on consumer-facing applications make this a unique opportunity for Aave to reach new mainstream users.' The partnering will include Aave's participation in upcoming liquidity incentive campaigns, including with the Astar, a blockchain prominent in the Japanese Web3 ecosystem, and a 100 million ASTR allocation (currently valued at $4M) to bootstrap adoption, according to a press release. Soneium, which this week announced a new gaming incubator to help drive more traffic to the blockchain, is developed by Sony Block Solutions Labs, a joint venture between Sony Group and Startale Group.
Malaysian Reserve
26-05-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Biru Launches Birunoko PFP Collection and Expands in Japan with Soneium Collaboration
TAIPEI, May 25, 2025 /CNW/ — Biru by Lootex is an innovative platform designed for NFT enthusiasts, combining NFT launchpad, marketplace, entertainment events, and community interactions to create a seamless and engaging digital experience. As part of the Soneium ecosystem, Biru is more than just a trading platform—it is a dynamic and interactive hub where players and collectors can explore the Web3 world with ease. Now, Biru is proud to introduce the first-ever PFP project on the Soneium ecosystem, set to launch on May 28th, marking a significant milestone in the integration of digital identity and cross-platform utility. New PFP Collection – Birunoko A Brand-New IP from Biru and Taiwanese Artist R.T Dragon Biru has unveiled its first representative PFP collection: Birunoko. This virtual character is more than just digital artwork—it's the face of a new brand IP enriched by story and culture. Biru is proud to collaborate with R.T Dragon, a Taiwanese rising artist. Born in Taipei, the 'Dragon City,' she created the Dragon Dailies IP series inspired by the idea that misfortune comes in multiples of nine. Her work blends friendship, daily emotions, and unique visual storytelling, adding an intimate narrative layer to the Birunoko collection. Game Utility Across the Soneium Ecosystem More than just a PFP, Birunoko is also a game pass across the Soneium ecosystem, aiming to bring players, creators, and collectors together. The first confirmed collaboration is with TiltPlay, a gaming platform in Soneium ecosystem, where Birunoko holders will gain access to exclusive characters and in-game buffs. This integration marks the beginning of a broader initiative to connect NFT identity with interactive gaming experiences—allowing Birunoko holders to benefit not only from art and community, but also from meaningful in-game value throughout Soneium's growing ecosystem. Biru's Future Vision Biru's core vision is to create a seamless, user-friendly platform where creators, collectors, and gamers can trade, interact, and build communities in a secure and dynamic Web3 environment. Beyond being a marketplace, Biru champions a culture of creativity and engagement—bridging digital expression with real-world value. As part of its long-term growth strategy, Biru is expanding its presence in Japan, leveraging a local office to strengthen business development and strategic partnerships. This allows closer collaboration with regional communities and paves the way for deeper involvement in Japan and Asia's evolving NFT and gaming landscape. About Biru: Biru is an innovative NFT platform developed by Lootex, tailored to enhance the user experience within the Soneium ecosystem. Focused on creating a vibrant community of players and collectors, Biru combines engaging events with meaningful rewards to redefine NFT interactions. For more information, please visit Biru Official Website
Cision Canada
26-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Biru Launches Birunoko PFP Collection and Expands in Japan with Soneium Collaboration
TAIPEI, May 25, 2025 /CNW/ -- Biru by Lootex is an innovative platform designed for NFT enthusiasts, combining NFT launchpad, marketplace, entertainment events, and community interactions to create a seamless and engaging digital experience. As part of the Soneium ecosystem, Biru is more than just a trading platform—it is a dynamic and interactive hub where players and collectors can explore the Web3 world with ease. Now, Biru is proud to introduce the first-ever PFP project on the Soneium ecosystem, set to launch on May 28th, marking a significant milestone in the integration of digital identity and cross-platform utility. New PFP Collection – Birunoko A Brand-New IP from Biru and Taiwanese Artist R.T Dragon Biru has unveiled its first representative PFP collection: Birunoko. This virtual character is more than just digital artwork—it's the face of a new brand IP enriched by story and culture. Biru is proud to collaborate with R.T Dragon, a Taiwanese rising artist. Born in Taipei, the "Dragon City," she created the Dragon Dailies IP series inspired by the idea that misfortune comes in multiples of nine. Her work blends friendship, daily emotions, and unique visual storytelling, adding an intimate narrative layer to the Birunoko collection. Game Utility Across the Soneium Ecosystem More than just a PFP, Birunoko is also a game pass across the Soneium ecosystem, aiming to bring players, creators, and collectors together. The first confirmed collaboration is with TiltPlay, a gaming platform in Soneium ecosystem, where Birunoko holders will gain access to exclusive characters and in-game buffs. This integration marks the beginning of a broader initiative to connect NFT identity with interactive gaming experiences—allowing Birunoko holders to benefit not only from art and community, but also from meaningful in-game value throughout Soneium's growing ecosystem. Biru's Future Vision Biru's core vision is to create a seamless, user-friendly platform where creators, collectors, and gamers can trade, interact, and build communities in a secure and dynamic Web3 environment. Beyond being a marketplace, Biru champions a culture of creativity and engagement—bridging digital expression with real-world value. As part of its long-term growth strategy, Biru is expanding its presence in Japan, leveraging a local office to strengthen business development and strategic partnerships. This allows closer collaboration with regional communities and paves the way for deeper involvement in Japan and Asia's evolving NFT and gaming landscape. Biru is an innovative NFT platform developed by Lootex, tailored to enhance the user experience within the Soneium ecosystem. Focused on creating a vibrant community of players and collectors, Biru combines engaging events with meaningful rewards to redefine NFT interactions.
Business Mayor
22-04-2025
- Business
- Business Mayor
Astar's Yoki Legacy will launch on Sony's Soneium blockchain
Astar, a collective driving Web3 adoption originating from Japan, is relaunching its Yoki Origins as Yoki Legacy on Sony's Soneium blockchain. Yoki Origins was digital collectible adventure that launched last year with partners like Casio, Japan Airlines, JR Kyushu Railway Company, Quickswap, Rarible, and others. Now it is called Yoki Legacy. Soneium is Sony's Block Solutions Labs' Layer 2 blockchain. 'As an ecosystem that puts creativity and accessibility at its core, Soneium is the ideal home for Yoki Legacy. We're excited to see the project relaunch on a platform built to support creators and IP-driven innovation' said Maarten Henskens, head of Astar Foundation, in a statement. 'This move reflects our commitment to preserving and growing the Yoki IP, which was originally created and launched by Astar Foundation on Astar zkEVM. By bringing Yoki to Soneium, we're making sure it stays accessible in an ecosystem designed to empower collators, creatives, and content built around intellectual property.' Initially deployed on Japan's leading blockchain ecosystem Astar Network, Yoki Origins was successful, driving strong engagement and high volumes of on-chain transactions, Astar said. Now, the IP has been relaunched on Soneium. Since then, the game saw 59,000 unique addresses created by players, with 2.5 million Yoki-related non-fungible tokens (NFTs) minted in total and 40 different projects getting involved. Built on the principle that blockchain should be accessible, scalable, efficient, and solve genuine problems for everyone, Soneium aims to deliver innovative decentralized apps — such as Yoki Origins — spanning entertainment, gaming, finance, and numerous other possibilities, Sony said. Read More TinyBuild shuts Versus Evil, lays off 13 At launch, Soneium was supported by some of the world's most prominent and well-established Web3 technology partners, including Astar Network, Circle, Optimism, Alchemy, The Graph, and Chainlink. Gameplay for Yoki Legacy. With its relaunch on Soneium, Yoki Origins will further expand the blockchain's ecosystem, offering new experiences by drawing inspiration from Pokémon and traditional Japanese culture where people can collect 'Yokis' to complete a special notebook. As part of the new season, the relaunch introduces a more streamlined version of the original Yoki and its core game mechanics, making it even easier for people to enjoy its ecosystem. For example, instead of 48 Yokis (12 basic and 36 evolved), the game now features 24 — 12 basic and 12 evolved. By collecting three identical basic Yokis, users can 'fuse' them into an evolved one. Yoki Origins' native token, previously known as Omamori (OMA), is now rebranded as OMASTR, reflecting its deeper integration with Astar. This change enhances the token's utility by allowing users to mint OMASTR on Soneium using Astar Network's native token, ASTR, without any daily minting limits. This aims to open up greater flexibility and access for users looking to engage more actively in the ecosystem. The newly updated OMASTR token is primarily used for acquiring capsules from the capsule machines, a popular feature in Yoki Origins. They allow users to obtain various Yokis by spending OMASTR tokens to 'spin' or 'pull' capsules. In total, there are now three distinct capsule machines, each offering a unique set of Yokis and featuring four different capsule types, which create a layer of variety and anticipation for users as they collect their precious creatures. To make the experience even more rewarding, users will earn special ACS Points by minting, fusing, and completing their notebooks. The Astar Contribution Score initiative, launched by the Astar Foundation with a reward pool of 100 million ASTR, is designed to drive user adoption and incentivize on-chain activity, all while expanding the utility of ASTR tokens and boosting the growth of Soneium. At launch, a pool of two million ACS will be available, with the possibility of additional points being added in the future. As a special incentive, players who complete their Yoki notebook by June 1 will receive an exclusive Yoki OG Badge, a unique reward from the collaboration between Astar and Soneium. Sony said the Soneium OG Badge is more than just a digital token—it's a badge of honor, symbolizing a user's commitment and belief in the Soneium vision. Holders of this badge will be recognized as pioneers who have played a key role in shaping the development and growth of the Soneium ecosystem.
