Walrus is a decentralized data storage protocol
Built to support large binary objects (images, videos, datasets, AI data)
Designed for high availability, low cost, and censorship resistance
Closely associated with the Aptos ecosystem
$WAL Token (at a glance)
Used for paying storage fees
Incentivizes node operators who store and serve data
Plays a role in network security & governance (staking/participation)
Useful for NFTs, gaming assets, AI data, and media
Strong meme + tech combo → “walrus narrative” 🦭
