2026-01-09 19:23:37

In the new Web3 cycle, what determines a project's vitality? It's not flowery words, but whether it can solve real problems in practical scenarios. The distributed storage track is no exception—technology must be solid, the ecosystem vibrant, and the application scenarios valuable. Walrus's actions over the past two years are worth paying attention to, evolving from a simple storage tool to a builder of an ecosystem. Through multiple dimensions such as scientific data archiving, credit system construction, and edge storage optimization, it has formed a complete closed loop. WAL, as the value transfer hub within the ecosystem, has its potential activated accordingly. Simply put, current deployment is about embracing the certainty of opportunities in the Web3 infrastructure track.

Let's first look at the latest scenario breakthroughs. The scientific research data market has always been a blank spot—large data volumes (astronomical observations, gene sequencing starting at TB levels), high security requirements, and strict compliance thresholds. Traditional centralized solutions are too expensive for most research institutions to afford. Web3 projects rarely touch this area, mainly because the technology isn't robust enough.

Walrus's Red Stuff technical architecture directly addresses this pain point. Its ability to shard and quickly reassemble PB-level files makes storing ultra-large scientific data feasible. More importantly, the encrypted storage with authorization sharing mechanism is designed to protect the data privacy of research teams while not hindering data traceability and verification during academic exchanges. This is not just a technical highlight but a real response to practical scene needs.

Commercial implementation is already underway. Currently, partnerships have been established with 2 research institutions, and 10 more are in negotiations. These are not empty claims—they are real business relationships resulting from actual data storage needs. Each new research institution onboarded is a validation of Walrus's infrastructure capability and a reinforcement of the entire ecosystem.

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BlockBargainHunter

· 01-09 19:53

Research data has indeed been neglected for too long. Walrus's recent moves are quite impressive. Once the PB-level storage technical indicator is achieved, traditional solutions will be crying. Two companies are cooperating while ten are in negotiations. Although the numbers are not large, they are genuine financial demands, much stronger than those hyped-up ecosystems. Does WAL still have a chance to expand now, or is it about to surge again?

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CryptoGoldmine

· 01-09 19:50

The Redstuff architecture can indeed withstand PB-levels, which is quite impressive. Compared to traditional solutions, the ROI potential is indeed greater. --- The market for scientific research data is just beginning to emerge. Out of 2 partnerships and 10 negotiations, honestly, it's still early. But the investment return cycle for infrastructure is just like this. --- There is indeed certainty in the layout of the infrastructure track. The key still depends on whether the subsequent computing network scale can grow. --- PB-level storage solves pain points, but whether the value circulation mechanism of WAL can form a virtuous cycle is the core issue. --- I agree that the scientific research data market is a blank spot, but the reason traditional solutions are expensive is a bit unconvincing. It's mainly due to the technological iteration of Web3 that we've reached this point. --- From a technical perspective, it's indeed worth paying attention to, but the conversion rate from 2 successful implementations to 10 negotiations still needs to be observed through subsequent data.

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StealthDeployer

· 01-09 19:44

Scientific data is truly an overlooked gold mine. Traditional solutions are ridiculously expensive, and Web3 is finally stepping in to fill this gap. Walrus's move is indeed different; it's not just about hype but genuinely addressing a real need.

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BasementAlchemist

· 01-09 19:27

Research data storage is indeed an overlooked blue ocean; traditional solutions are ridiculously expensive, and Walrus dares to tackle it because they have real skills. Currently, there are 2 companies with 10 negotiations underway. If this market can really be expanded, the scale will be quite significant.

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