Web3 promises decentralization, trustless systems, and user ownership. But there is one critical problem most people ignore: data. Today, many so-called Web3 apps still rely on centralized servers for storage. That means if those servers go down, get censored, or are compromised, the entire application fails.
This is where Walrus comes in.
Walrus is building a decentralized, verifiable, and programmable data layer for Web3. Instead of trusting a single company or cloud provider, developers can store and retrieve data across a decentralized network. This makes applications more resilient, censorship-resistant, and transparent.
Another key innovation of Walrus is verifiability. Data on Walrus can be cryptographically verified, which means users and smart contracts can trust that the data has not been altered. This is crucial for DeFi, NFTs, AI agents, and on-chain games where integrity matters.
In short, Walrus is not just another storage project. It is building the foundation for unstoppable Web3 applications — where data is owned by users, not platforms.