@Walrus 🦭/acc is a decentralized storage network built on the Sui blockchain that is gaining traction as a foundation for new Web3 data applications. The network lets developers store and manage large unstructured files like videos, images, documents, datasets, and other content in a decentralized way. It can also make this data programmable and verifiable via smart contracts on Sui, meaning applications can read, write, update, and interact with stored data without relying on centralized cloud servers
Unlike traditional storage on blockchains that is expensive and inefficient for large files, Walrus splits data into encoded fragments and distributes them across hundreds of storage nodes. This approach significantly lowers cost and improves scalability while still maintaining data availability even if some nodes go offline. Developers can use APIs, CLI tools, and SDKs to integrate decentralized storage into their applications, making it easier to build complex Web3 experiences without traditional limits on data size. �
Several real projects are already using Walrus as part of their data stack. For example, the Humanity Protocol migrated millions of identity credentials to Walrus storage to improve scalability and security for onchain identity services. This move shows how decentralized storage can support real-world applications beyond simple file hosting. �
Partnerships with infrastructure projects such as Linera are also pushing the boundaries of what developers can build. By combining Walrus storage with high-performance verification layers, builders can create responsive applications that handle large amounts of data in a secure, decentralized way.
As more builders adopt decentralized storage and data becomes programmable on blockchain platforms, Walrus is emerging as a key layer powering next generation Web3 applications that were not possible with traditional models of storage.
