I’ve been learning about Walrus and they’re doing something interesting with decentralized storage. At its core, it solves a simple problem: storing big files on blockchain is slow and expensive. Instead of making every node store full files, Walrus breaks them into shards. These shards are encoded so even if some pieces are lost, the full file can be rebuilt.
The shards are distributed across a network of nodes. Nodes stake WAL tokens to participate, earn rewards for storing files properly, and help secure the system. The Sui blockchain coordinates everything, keeping track of where data lives, verifying nodes, and managing payments.
I like that WAL tokens aren’t just for trading. They’re used for storage fees, staking, and governance, which means every holder has a voice in how the network grows. Developers can store NFT media, AI datasets, or even entire decentralized websites. I’m impressed by how practical it is while still keeping the system decentralized and secure. It feels like a real step forward in making decentralized storage accessible to everyone.
