​Most traditional blockchain storage solutions are optimized for small bits of data. However, as we move toward decentralized social media and rich media NFTs, we need something better. Walrus Protocol utilizes advanced erasure coding and a unique architecture to ensure that data is not only stored securely but remains highly available and fast to retrieve ​By utilizing the $WAL token, the ecosystem incentivizes storage nodes to maintain data integrity over the long term. This creates a self-sustaining economy where users get reliable storage and providers are fairly compensated #walrus $WAL #walruspotocol