Imagine a world where huge files, like videos, AI datasets, and media collections, are not stored in one company’s server but are safely scattered and protected by thousands of independent computers around the world. This is the idea behind the Walrus project and its WAL token, a new way to store and manage data on the internet.
Walrus is a decentralized storage system built on the Sui blockchain. Instead of keeping files in a single place, Walrus splits every file into small coded pieces and spreads them across many computers. Even if some of these computers go offline, the file can still be rebuilt and retrieved. This makes storage secure, reliable, and resistant to censorship.
When you upload a file to Walrus, it is divided into pieces using a coding method. These pieces are stored across storage nodes worldwide, and a record is written on the Sui blockchain to verify the file. When someone needs the file, the pieces are gathered and rebuilt into the original. Even if some storage nodes fail, the file remains safe.
The WAL token is the heart of the Walrus network. It is used to pay for storage, stake to support network security, vote on important decisions, and earn rewards. The total supply of WAL tokens is limited, giving clear rules for its use.
Walrus offers programmable storage, meaning files can be used inside smart applications. It provides lower costs compared to older decentralized storage systems and benefits from Sui blockchain’s speed and efficiency. Strong investors support the project, showing confidence in its future.
Walrus is already used for storing large media files, AI datasets, and supporting decentralized applications. It allows users to control their data while providing secure and decentralized storage.
Walrus is like a global storage network that does not rely on a single company or server. It makes data safer, more open, and usable by many applications without high costs or central control. As data continues to grow, Walrus is building infrastructure that could shape the future of the internet.
