🚀 Astar Evolution: Transition To Soneium And Future Of ASTR Token
#AstarEvolution #Soneium #ASTRToken #AstarNetwork #DeFi #EcosystemAsset #ConsumerApplications #InfrastructureSecurity
According to Odaily, Startale CEO Sota Watanabe recently shared an update on X regarding the transition from Astar zkEVM to Soneium, which was announced a month ago. One of the most frequently asked questions pertains to the future direction of Astar and the role of the ASTR token. This transition marks the first phase of Astar Evolution, with the second phase already determined by the Astar Foundation and currently in the execution stage. The core stance is a full commitment to Soneium, with Astar's success being closely tied to Soneium's achievements. Given that Startale is developing both Astar Network and Soneium, this progression is seen as a natural step forward. The following potential development directions are being considered and will be discussed with the community: ASTR as an ecosystem asset, ASTR as a DeFi asset, ASTR as a currency in consumer applications with AA, and ASTR for enhancing Soneium infrastructure security.#AstarEvolution #Soneium #ASTRToken #AstarNetwork #DeFi #EcosystemAsset #ConsumerApplications #InfrastructureSecurity
🚀 Astar Network Announces Upgrade Utilizing Polkadot SDK
#AstarNetwork #PolkadotSDK #blockchain #crypto #upgrade #ASTRtokens #AgileCoretime #cryptonews
According to PANews, Astar Network has announced on its official X account that it is undergoing an upgrade, leveraging the Polkadot SDK. The network will transition seamlessly to Agile Coretime at the end of its current lease and will purchase block space as needed. This change aims to make it faster, more convenient, and more affordable for projects to join Polkadot and connect to Astar. Additionally, Astar Network mentioned that 350 million ASTR tokens, accounting for 5% of the initial supply, have been destroyed as they are no longer needed for slot auctions with the advent of Agile Coretime.#AstarNetwork #PolkadotSDK #blockchain #crypto #upgrade #ASTRtokens #AgileCoretime #cryptonews
🚀 SBI Holdings and Startale Group Launch Strium Blockchain Network for Securities Trading
#SBIHoldings #StartaleGroup #StriumBlockchain #SecuritiesTrading #BlockchainNetwork #Layer1Blockchain #DeFi #CryptoInvestment #Stablecoin #RealWorldAssets #RWA #EthereumLayer2 #Soneium #AstarNetwork #CryptoETF #TokyoStockExchange #ETH
SBI Holdings, a major Japanese financial institution, has partnered with blockchain development company Startale Group to create a Layer 1 blockchain network named Strium. According to PANews, this network is designed to support on-chain securities trading and aims to become the foundational trading layer for the Asian on-chain securities market, offering 24/7 trading capabilities and DeFi composability.
Previously, SBI and Startale announced a collaboration in August 2025 to develop a yen-based stablecoin and a platform for Real World Asset (RWA) trading, targeting cross-border instant settlements, fractional ownership, and compliant on-chain transactions. The proof of concept for Strium was released today, showcasing its key technological capabilities in settlement efficiency, resilience in high-load environments, and interoperability with traditional financial systems and blockchain networks.
Additionally, Startale recently received a $13 million investment from Sony to develop the Ethereum Layer 2 project Soneium and operate Japan's largest public blockchain, Astar Network. SBI Holdings is also increasing its investment in the crypto sector, including investing in Circle's IPO and developing a crypto ETF that may be listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.#SBIHoldings #StartaleGroup #StriumBlockchain #SecuritiesTrading #BlockchainNetwork #Layer1Blockchain #DeFi #CryptoInvestment #Stablecoin #RealWorldAssets #RWA #EthereumLayer2 #Soneium #AstarNetwork #CryptoETF #TokyoStockExchange #ETH