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Soneium Content Creation Guidelines

To ensure consistent, accurate, and high-quality content contributions from the community, these guidelines outline best practices for representing the Soneium brand, maintaining integrity, and respecting intellectual property. Please adhere to these guidelines to ensure that your work aligns with the vision and values of Soneium and Sony Block Solutions Labs.


1. Brand Representation

  • Respect the Soneium Brand: All content must accurately represent the Soneium brand, its goals, and its vision to foster blockchain adoption and innovation.
  • Company Name: Always refer to the company as "Sony Block Solutions Labs" without abbreviations like "SBSL" or "Sony BSL."
  • Vision: Use the official vision in communications: "Realize the Open Internet that Transcends Boundaries."
  • Colors and Fonts: Use the official Soneium color palette and typography in your content. For consistency, do not deviate from the provided styles.
    • Do: Use high-quality brand assets like colors and fonts.
    • Don't: Create your own variations of the brand's colors or fonts.

2. Logos and Visual Elements

  • Correct Usage: Only use the official, high-resolution versions of the Soneium logo. Ensure logos are clear and distinct from the background.
    • Do: Use logos without alteration and ensure they are never blurry or pixelated.
    • Don't: Modify the logos in any way (e.g., change colors, resize disproportionately).
  • No Sub-brand Logos: Do not combine or mix the Soneium logo with logos from Sony subsidiaries such as PlayStation, Sony Music, or Sony Pictures, as these brand logos require permission before use.
  • Branding Kit: Please use the following link to access the Soneium branding kit: https://soneium.org/en/brand-kit/

3. Content Accuracy and Fact-Checking

  • Verified Information: All facts, figures, and statements must be based on verified information from official Soneium resources. Regularly review content to avoid using outdated or irrelevant information.
    • Do: Stay fact-based, referencing official materials.
    • Don't: Overstate product capabilities or spread unverified rumors about future updates or products.
  • Resource Links: It's encouraged to add official resource links at the bottom of your content to increase transparency and reliability.
  • Clear Attribution: Clearly state if the content is based on your own opinion or interpretation, and differentiate it from verified facts.

4. Tone and Style

  • Professional and Innovative: Maintain a professional, futuristic tone that reflects Soneium's cutting-edge position in the blockchain industry.
    • Do: Use language that aligns with the forward-thinking, inclusive, and innovative nature of Soneium.
    • Don't: Use harsh, aggressive, or overly casual language.

5. Focus on Soneium

  • Soneium-Centric Content: Keep all content focused on Soneium's technology, community, and ecosystem. Do not mix or mention non-relevant brands unless they are directly connected to Soneium in a partnership or collaboration.
    • Do: Ensure your content is exclusively about Soneium and its ecosystem.
    • Don't: Mention unrelated Sony brands or subsidiaries unless officially relevant to Soneium.

6. Speculation and Predictions

  • Avoid Unsupported Speculation: Do not engage in speculative content regarding Soneium's future developments, price predictions, or partnerships unless officially confirmed.
    • Do: Clearly distinguish between verified information and personal opinions.
    • Don't: Make predictions or claims about unannounced features or developments.
  • Testnet and Mainnet: Always refer to the testnet unless the mainnet has been officially confirmed or released. When mentioning the mainnet, clarify that it is under consideration.

  • Respect Intellectual Property: Only use original content or media that you have permission to use. All images, videos, and other content should be legally sourced and credited properly.
    • Do: Attribute third-party content appropriately and request permission where required.
    • Don't: Use copyrighted material without permission or proper attribution.

8. Collaboration and Review

  • Request Reviews for Uncertainty: If in doubt about whether your content meets these guidelines, request a review from core contributors before publishing.
    • Do: Seek feedback to ensure your content aligns with Soneium's standards.
    • Don't: Post content that you're unsure about without reviewing it.

  • Follow Applicable Laws: Ensure that your content complies with relevant intellectual property, data protection, and advertising laws. Content that violates these laws will be removed and may result in exclusion from the community.
  • Disclose Sponsorships: If your content is sponsored, clearly disclose this to maintain transparency and trust within the community.

10. Community and Engagement

  • Positive Contributions: Content should encourage inclusivity, respect, and positive community engagement. Avoid creating or spreading negative, harmful, or derogatory content.
    • Do: Foster a welcoming and collaborative community environment.
    • Don't: Disparage or spread negativity about the Soneium ecosystem or its community members.

By following these guidelines, you contribute positively to the Soneium ecosystem while respecting the brand and ensuring content consistency. Your contributions help Soneium continue its vision to "Realize the Open Internet that Transcends Boundaries."

For further clarification or assistance, please contact Soneium's core team for guidance.