Storage always carries a cost, but in Web3 the challenge is making it decentralized and economically sustainable rather than paying a single provider indefinitely. Walrus approaches this by integrating storage directly into the Sui ecosystem. $WAL powers the protocol, enabling private blockchain interactions while supporting decentralized storage for large files. Using blob storage, Walrus handles heavy data, and erasure coding distributes pieces across nodes so files remain recoverable even if parts of the network fail. Staking and governance align participants to maintain network reliability and decentralization, turning storage from a simple service into an economic layer. This design makes it relevant not just for developers but also for enterprises and individuals seeking cost-efficient, censorship-resistant alternatives to traditional cloud infrastructure. By embedding storage into a functioning ecosystem, Walrus ensures that every interaction, transaction, and dataset contributes to a resilient, self-sustaining network rather than relying on centralized control.
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