@walrusprotocol, as a natively programmable storage protocol within the Sui ecosystem, is redefining the core value of Web3 data infrastructure through technological innovation and ecosystem deployment. Meanwhile, $WAL , serving as the ecosystem's value hub and governance token, has long transcended the mere concept of a cryptocurrency, becoming the critical link connecting technological innovation, commercial implementation, and community consensus.
After the mainnet launch in March 2025, Walrus quickly established its position through three major technological breakthroughs: the proprietary Red Stuff two-dimensional erasure coding protocol, which achieves high security with only a 4.5x replication factor, enables decentralized data recovery without centralized coordination, and significantly reduces bandwidth costs; Seal, a programmable access control feature, leverages decentralized key management and on-chain rule verification to ensure sensitive data can only be decrypted when predefined conditions are met, perfectly addressing the pain points of blockchain data privacy and controlled access; Quilt, a small-file optimization solution, specifically tackles the high storage costs associated with fragmented data, saving the ecosystem over 3 million storage units for developers. These innovations are not just theoretical—they are already deeply integrated into real-world applications. For example, the generative AI video platform Everlyn migrated a 50GB training dataset and over 5,000 user videos to Walrus, maintaining a 16-second generation speed for high-definition videos while reducing storage costs by 60%, validating its core strengths of 'high performance + low cost'.
At the ecological landing level, Walrus has built a three-dimensional ecosystem of 'RWA asset tokenization + decentralized storage + derivative services.' As a core player in the RWA track, it adopts a hybrid rights confirmation architecture of 'multi-node storage + authoritative institution endorsement,' compressing the asset onboarding time from 15 days to 3 days, with an error rate controlled below 0.01%. As of October 2025, it has completed the tokenization of over $800 million in commercial real estate, precious metals, art, and other assets, $WAL serving as the sole medium for transaction payment and staking guarantees within the ecosystem, with daily consumption exceeding 450,000 tokens, forming a solid demand closed loop. Meanwhile, the layered trading market and RWA index fund launched by the ecosystem have attracted over 30 institutions, with daily transaction volumes for targets such as 'Beijing CBD office token' exceeding $3 million, further activating the circulation value of $WAL . Of particular note is the $140 million private financing completed by the Walrus Foundation, led by Standard Crypto, with participation from well-known institutions such as a16z crypto. This funding will continue to be used for technological research and ecological expansion, providing capital backing for long-term value.
From the token economic model, a deflationary mechanism and community-oriented allocation strategy are adopted, with a maximum supply of 5 billion tokens, of which over 60% is distributed to ecological participants through airdrops, community reserves, and other forms, 10% is used for user airdrops, and 43% serves as community reserves to support long-term development. Meanwhile, short-term staking penalties and low-efficiency node elimination mechanisms further enhance the scarcity of the tokens. Holders can not only earn rewards through staking but also have voting rights on core matters such as new asset access and compliance fund allocation. In the second quarter of 2025, community voting will introduce a new category of art assets, fully reflecting the vitality of decentralized governance.
In 2026, with the deepening integration with the Sui ecosystem and the access of more AI applications and cross-border RWA projects, Walrus is expected to further consolidate its leading position in programmable storage and asset tokenization. For developers, this is a fertile ground for low-cost, high-security development; for investors, WAL is the core target for sharing the dividends of Web3 data infrastructure and the RWA track. I believe this protocol, which combines strong technical capabilities, commercial landing ability, and community consensus, will continue to lead industry transformation, and the value of WAL will be continuously released in the ongoing prosperity of the ecosystem! #Walrus #Walrus#