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In the rapid development of blockchain technology, as Decentralization storage [Web3](/web3) The important infrastructure of the ecosystem is attracting more and more attention. As an innovative decentralized storage and data availability protocol, Walrus has become a focus in the industry with its unique technical architecture and strong ecosystem support. Its native token, WAL, is the core driving force of this ecosystem. This article will delve into the technical advantages of Walrus, the functions of the WAL token, and its potential in the <a href="/ja/price" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">cryptocurrency market</a>, bringing you a comprehensive understanding of this emerging project.

## Walrus: Redefining Decentralized Storage

Walrus is a decentralized storage protocol built on the Sui blockchain, incubated and developed by the Mysten Labs team. It focuses on addressing the high cost, low efficiency, and centralization issues of traditional storage solutions, providing developers with a secure, scalable, and cost-effective solution. The core innovation of Walrus lies in its efficient handling of large files (referred to as 'blobs'), suitable for a variety of scenarios including storing media files, AI datasets, blockchain transaction history, and more.

## Walrus's technical highlights include:

Low-cost Storage: Through advanced encoding technologies (such as erasure coding), Walrus stores data shards on distributed nodes, ensuring data availability with only a 4-5 times replication factor, which is tens of times lower in cost compared to the full-node replication of traditional blockchains (e.g., 100 times replication on the Sui mainnet).

High-performance read and write: Walrus optimizes data access speed to ensure users can quickly upload and retrieve large files.

Programmability: Walrus and Sui deeply integrate with blockchain, allowing storage resources to be operated through smart contracts, opening up new application possibilities for dApp developers.

On March 27, 2025, the Walrus mainnet officially launched, marking a milestone in its transition from the testing phase to full commercial use, and laying the foundation for the circulation and application of the WAL token.

## WAL Token: The lifeblood of the Walrus ecosystem

WAL is the native token of the Walrus protocol, with a total supply of 5 billion. At the launch of the mainnet, the initial circulation amount is 1.25 billion (25% of the total supply). As the core asset of the ecosystem, WAL plays various key roles in the network:

Storage Fee: Users pay storage fees using WAL, and the fee is designed to maintain stability with fiat currencies, avoiding the impact of cryptocurrency price fluctuations on user experience.

Staking and Security: WAL adopts the Delegated Proof of Stake (dPoS) mechanism, allowing users to stake WAL to support storage nodes, participate in network security maintenance, and earn rewards.

Governance: WAL holders can vote to adjust network parameters (such as penalty severity or reward distribution) to ensure the decentralization and transparency of the protocol.

Incentive mechanism: Over 60% of the WAL tokens are allocated to the community, including airdrops, subsidies, and reserves, to reward early users and developers.

Walrus's token economic model also introduces a deflationary mechanism. For example, fines will be imposed and partially destroyed for short-term staking adjustments, incentivizing long-term staking; staking of low-performance nodes will also face slashing, with some WAL being destroyed. These designs aim to enhance the scarcity of WAL and drive its long-term value growth.

## Market potential of Walrus (WAL)

Before its launch, Walrus has raised $140 million through private placement, with a valuation as high as $20 billion (Fully Diluted Valuation, FDV). According to the FDV calculation, the issuance price of WAL is approximately $0.4, with an initial circulating market value of $500 million. This valuation, although lower than <a href="/ja/price/filecoin-fil" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">Filecoin</a> (about $6 billion FDV), far exceeds many emerging storage projects, demonstrating market <a href="/ja/price/optimism-op" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">optimism</a> about its prospects. WAL's potential stems not only from Walrus's technological innovation but also from the strong support of Mysten Labs and Sui ecosystem.

Sui, as a high-performance Layer-1 blockchain, has already made a name for itself in the DeFi and NFT fields, and Walrus's joining further enhances its infrastructure. Compared to competitors like <a href="/ja/price/filecoin-fil" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">Filecoin</a> (focused on long-term storage) or <a href="/ja/price/arweave-ar" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">Arweave</a> (permanent storage), Walrus's low cost and high programmability make it more suitable for dynamic application scenarios, such as AI data management and real-time media storage.

In addition, Walrus's community-driven distribution strategy has added highlights to its market performance. Before the mainnet went live, 4% of WAL (approximately 200 million tokens) had been airdropped to testnet participants in the form of NFTs, with another 6% reserved for future community incentives. This model not only incentivizes early adopters but also lays the foundation for the secondary market circulation of WAL.

## Future Prospects of WAL Tokens

The launch of the Walrus mainnet marks its entry into a rapid development stage. With the growth of <a href="/ja/web3" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">Web3</a> in decentralized storage demand, Walrus is expected to become a key player in the Sui ecosystem and even the entire blockchain industry. The value of the WAL token, as the fuel for this ecosystem, will be closely related to the network's usage and community activity. If Walrus can continue to attract developers and expand use cases, the price of WAL may surpass its initial valuation, challenging [Filecoin](/price/filecoin-fil) Wait for the predecessors.

However, WAL also faces certain risks, such as intensified market competition and technological implementation difficulties. Investors should pay attention to the operation of Walrus nodes, user growth data, and industry trends when participating, in order to make rational judgments.

The combination of Walrus and WAL tokens injects new vitality into the decentralized storage field. With its low cost, high performance, and programmability, Walrus is redefining the boundaries of blockchain data management, with WAL as its economic core.

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Exploring the Future Potential of Walrus (WAL) Decentralized Storage