Have you ever wondered where all the data for those cool AI agents and 4K videos on-chain actually goes? Most blockchains aren't built to "remember" big files, but that’s exactly why Walrus Protocol is becoming a game-changer this year.
I like to think of Sui as the "brain" that processes transactions, and Walrus as the "memory" that stores all the heavy stuff. What makes $WAL different from the older storage projects is its incredible speed. It uses a clever system to break data into shards—meaning even if a bunch of computers in the network go offline, your files stay perfectly safe and accessible.
Looking at the market today, $WAL is showing some really "bullish" resilience, holding steady around $0.14. We’ve seen a lot of institutional trust lately, especially with the Grayscale Trust and the recent Upbit news, which helps with liquidity. While there is a big token unlock coming in March, the current accumulation phase looks really healthy for those of us looking at the long-term picture.
For anyone building or investing in the AI space, Walrus is definitely the backbone to watch. It’s fast, it’s cheap, and it’s built for the future. I’m definitely keeping this one in my "must-hold" bag for 2026!
