The first TikTok on-chain project, Sonic SVM, will launch its token tonight. Is it worth investing in?
Written by: Alvis, Mars Finance
If I told you that at 8 PM tonight, the first blockchain project deeply integrated with TikTok is about to go live, would you be a bit curious? This is not just a conceptual PPT project; it is a hardcore product based on a pool of 1 billion users, focusing on high-performance gaming chains—Sonic SVM! The blockchain narrative has never been so appealing, with TikTok's youthful traffic, the new generation's social culture, and the comprehensive empowerment of on-chain technology, all making Sonic SVM one of the most noteworthy token launch projects at the moment. Can we hop on this wave? Let’s break it down and explain clearly!
Sonic SVM's Positioning: Does Solana Need Layer2? Don’t Be Fooled by the Name!
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When mentioning Sonic SVM, people might be misled by its title of "Solana Layer2." The question arises: Isn’t Solana known as the high-performance "chain world sprinter"? Why does it still need Layer2?
Despite being called "Solana Layer2," Sonic SVM is actually a "Specific Layer2," optimized for high-frequency interaction scenarios such as gaming and social applications. Its mission is not merely to enhance Solana's performance but to provide independent scaling solutions for high-frequency trading applications (like gaming or NFT interactions). Imagine losing a game due to blockchain lag in a high-frequency interaction game—how frustrating that would be! Sonic SVM exists to make these high-frequency trades and on-chain interactions smoother, preventing users from being "discouraged" by technical issues.
When the actual TPS of the Solana main chain is in the range of 2,500-4,000, a large number of high-frequency interaction applications may cause the main chain to lag, affecting user experience. Sonic SVM, through independent architectural design, provides a smooth interaction experience for these application scenarios without impacting other applications on the main chain.
Why Do Gaming and Social Chains Need Sonic SVM More?
High-frequency trading demand: In gaming scenarios, every click triggers an on-chain transaction, and failed or delayed transactions can significantly degrade user experience. Sonic SVM provides more efficient and stable on-chain support for these gaming scenarios.
Customized features: For gaming scenarios, Sonic SVM offers specialized data structures, caching mechanisms, and parallel processing solutions, making the gaming experience smoother.
Independent governance and economic model: Sonic SVM's scalability also includes independent resource allocation and governance mechanisms, allowing game developers to customize on-chain rules according to their needs.
Sonic SVM's Narrative: TikTok + On-chain, Unlimited Imagination of Generation Z
On-chain TikTok: Is it a gimmick or a traffic killer?
The narrative of Sonic SVM is not limited to the technical level; it is also deeply integrated with TikTok, a global traffic giant. This combination not only brings Web2 users closer to blockchain but also creates a new way of on-chain interaction.
In practical terms, the Sonic team launched the SonicX point-earning game on TikTok, gaining widespread exposure through TikTok's premium advertising and creator collaborations, resulting in millions of real-name users.
Then, through a wallet abstraction, these users can seamlessly transition from TikTok to their SVM public chain, allowing some users to be converted back to Solana. This has also received official support.
No-threshold on-chain gaming experience: Players can directly access the SonicX game through TikTok's native browser, without needing a wallet or complex on-chain operations, significantly lowering the entry barrier to Web3.
Social-driven viral spread: Through TikTok advertising and collaborations with content creators, Sonic SVM can quickly attract users and lock them into the ecosystem through on-chain interactions within the game.
Benchmarking TON: Sonic SVM's Social Chain Ambition
Sonic SVM's layout is reminiscent of the success of TON (The Open Network). TON, based on the Telegram user ecosystem, has become a leader in social chains. Sonic SVM hopes to leverage TikTok's vast traffic pool to create the next benchmark for the integration of social and on-chain. Considering TikTok's over 1 billion monthly active users, just capturing 1% of that user base means Sonic SVM could reach 10 million people.
The Future of "Social + On-chain"
The true value of Sonic SVM lies in its seamless integration of gamified on-chain interactions with social networks. This model not only enhances user stickiness but also provides new possibilities for the mainstreaming of the blockchain industry. As its CEO, former ByteDance product manager Chris Zhu, stated: "The blockchain industry always talks about a billion users, but it hasn't even reached the threshold of one million users. TikTok provides the possibility of reaching a billion users."
Investment Value: Why Sonic SVM is Worth Attention?
1. Data Analysis and Market Expectations
Here are the key data points and market benchmarks for Sonic SVM:
Financing background: In June 2024, Sonic SVM completed a $12 million Series A financing round, with a valuation of $100 million, backed by well-known institutions including Republic, OKX, Bitkraft, and Galaxy.
Token economics: The total supply of Sonic SVM's tokens is 2.4 billion, with an initial circulation of only 15% (360 million), of which 7% is allocated for airdrops. This low circulation design ensures that the team and early investors will not exert selling pressure on the market.
Launch exchanges: Bybit, OKX, Bitget, KuCoin, Gate
2. Future Growth Potential
The market potential of Sonic SVM comes not only from the rise in its token price but also from the scalability of its ecosystem:
TikTok-driven user growth: By only capturing 1% of TikTok's total user base, Sonic SVM can attract over 10 million users. This scale effect will greatly enhance its market influence.
Ecosystem construction and synergy effects: Sonic SVM has already hosted 67 game applications, and SonicX is just the beginning of its layout. As more developers join, its ecosystem value will continue to rise.
Sonic SVM Valuation Analysis: Track and Market Benchmark Assessment
Sonic SVM's valuation can be divided into three core tracks: TikTok application layer, Solana/SVM scaling solutions, and gaming application chains on Solana. By benchmarking the market capitalization performance of leading projects in the industry, Sonic SVM's potential gradually becomes clear.
Benchmarking Toncoin (28.5B) and Kaia (1.17B), Sonic SVM, leveraging TikTok's potential with over 1 billion monthly active users, has significant growth space. If its deep integration with TikTok is successful, its market capitalization could see exponential growth.
Positioned as Solana's "Specific Layer2," Sonic SVM provides scalability for high-frequency trading scenarios. Benchmarking Optimism (8.03B), Arbitrum (7.59B), and Jupiter (8.91B), it has considerable potential in high performance and customization, but ecosystem expansion needs further validation.
As a high-performance gaming chain on Solana, Sonic SVM can benchmark Immutable (2.75B) and Ronin (1.88B). Its initial valuation is relatively low, but with user growth and ecosystem improvement, the future growth potential is significant.
I believe that given the current market situation, the initial layout window for Sonic SVM should be concentrated in the $200 million to $300 million FDV range. While its biggest highlight lies in the TikTok application layer narrative and high-frequency interaction technology support, it still needs to continuously validate ecosystem expansion and user retention capabilities.
Potential Risks and Countermeasures
1. Dependence on TikTok
The success of Sonic SVM is highly dependent on its partnership with TikTok. If TikTok changes its policies or restricts on-chain advertising, it could adversely affect its ecosystem expansion.
2. User Retention and Activity
Although Sonic SVM can attract users through advertising, how to retain users and maintain their activity remains a challenge that needs to be addressed.
3. Market Competition
TON has already established a leading position in the social chain field, and similar scaling solutions in the Solana ecosystem (such as Eclipse and SOON) are also rapidly emerging. How Sonic SVM builds a differentiated advantage is key to its long-term development.
Conclusion: The Future of Sonic SVM is Promising, but Caution is Needed in Layout
Sonic SVM is a project that combines narrative value and technological innovation. Whether as a technical role of Solana Layer2 or the ambition of the TikTok application layer, it represents a new direction for blockchain technology. For investors, the following points are worth paying close attention to:
Valuation strategy: If the opening FDV is between $200 million and $300 million, a phased layout will be a relatively safe strategy.
Ecosystem progress: Pay attention to its promotional effects on TikTok and the user growth of the SonicX game.
Long-term development: As a project rich in narrative, the future value of Sonic SVM will depend on its ability to continuously attract users and expand the ecosystem scale.
In the blockchain industry, opportunities and risks coexist. Sonic SVM is a deep exploration worth undertaking; it is not just a technical project but could become an important milestone in the integration of the crypto industry with mainstream social media.
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