Walrus is built for the part of crypto that most people forget until it breaks: data. I’m used to chains moving value, but apps also need big files like images, videos, game assets, and AI datasets. Walrus stores those blobs across many storage nodes and uses erasure coding so the file can be rebuilt even when some nodes go offline. They’re using Sui as the coordination layer, so storage actions can be tracked, paid for, and verified onchain through proofs of availability. WAL is the token used to pay for storage time and to stake behind storage nodes, nudging operators to stay honest and performant. The purpose is to give builders a storage layer that feels composable, where smart contracts can reference data without trusting a single server. I’m watching it because storage is what turns a dApp into a product. If data can be verified and kept alive, users remain in control. It becomes useful for NFTs, publishing, and agent apps that need persistent blobs. They’re aiming for cost efficiency by avoiding full replication while keeping availability guarantees strong.

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