Astar Evolution: Transition To Soneium And Future Of ASTR Token

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.