2026-01-12 21:22:34

A good infrastructure has the power to change the world, and the key lies in what kind of imaginative space it can unleash for upper-layer applications. Recently, I came across a project that does this in a particularly interesting way—low-cost, programmable storage capabilities are opening up new possibilities in many cutting-edge fields.

Let's start with the most straightforward application scenario: decentralized websites. This solution involves uploading a website’s HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and all media resources directly to a decentralized storage layer, with the entire site hosted on a blockchain network. Each website is bound to a blockchain address, and can even be linked to NFTs or domain names. It sounds simple, but it’s highly significant—your website’s frontend and static resources truly become resistant to censorship and permanently online, no longer relying on any centralized servers. This is a crucial step toward a fully decentralized internet.

Looking at applications in AI and big data, this area might be even more imaginative. High-quality datasets are essential for AI training, but the current challenge is how to ensure data authenticity and traceability. One idea is to store verified training datasets on such storage networks, with on-chain metadata permanently recording the hash values and source information of the data. The benefits are obvious—data cannot be tampered with, and the reliability of AI training is guaranteed.

It’s not just the data itself; trained large AI model weight files can also be stored here. These files can sometimes be very large, and traditional centralized storage solutions are costly, whereas distributed storage schemes can significantly reduce costs while maintaining the verifiability and traceability of the models.

What makes these infrastructure projects so noteworthy is that they are not just for the sake of innovation, but genuinely provide previously unavailable possibilities for various application scenarios. From decentralized websites to trusted data ecosystems, from cost reduction to security assurance, they are quietly building the foundational layer of the Web3 era.

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MEVSandwichVictim

· 01-15 21:22

You know, this idea is actually quite true. Distributed storage really needs someone to take it seriously. Infrastructure that can't make money is actually the best kind of infrastructure, no problem. I hadn't thought about data provenance from this perspective before, but on-chain permanent records aren't cheap either. Someone has to pursue the Web3 dream; might as well pay the IQ tax haha. Decentralized websites sound wonderful, but how many can actually run smoothly... This is what Web3 currently lacks the most—things that can be truly used, not just theoretical discussions. The combination of anti-censorship + permanent online presence really hits the point we want. How much can the cost of distributed storage for AI model weights be reduced? Is there any data? Remember, IPFS was also hyped up like this before, but what happened in the end?

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RetroHodler91

· 01-15 20:45

Decentralized storage indeed has a lot of potential, but there are very few projects that can truly be implemented.

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MEV_Whisperer

· 01-13 23:55

This time, we've truly identified the pain points. Breaking through the storage layer is the key to unlocking the full potential of Web3.

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TokenVelocity

· 01-13 07:01

Decentralized websites sound impressive, but how many people actually use them? Reducing costs for AI model storage is a real benefit, but when it comes to data provenance... whether to trust it or not still depends on the authenticity of on-chain records. Underlying infrastructure is indeed important, but I'm worried it might just be another empty promise.

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TokenomicsShaman

· 01-12 21:52

This approach is indeed solid, but the key is whether it can actually be implemented. Decentralized websites should have been developed long ago. Permanently online sounds good, but who will bear the costs? AI data traceability? Just listen, data quality is fundamental. On-chain records can't change false data. Storing model weights on the blockchain... that’s a real challenge once it gets running. Right now, everyone is too optimistic.

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SolidityJester

· 01-12 21:52

Decentralized storage definitely has some potential, but honestly, it still depends on who uses it. This idea sounds good, but how practical is it? Who's really putting websites on the chain now? The concept of data traceability sounds nice, but the key is who will handle the verification work. Doesn't that just become a new form of centralization? Model storage costs are low, but does that really improve reliability? I'm not that optimistic.

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BlockchainNewbie

· 01-12 21:51

Low-cost storage + programmability? Isn't this paving the way for Web3? Finally, someone is taking infrastructure seriously.

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AirdropJunkie

· 01-12 21:51

Yeah, I like this idea. Finally, someone is seriously working on infrastructure. It's great to see projects that are not just hyping concepts but actually solving real problems... If storage costs can be reduced, the impact will be different. Decentralized websites should have been developed long ago; censorship is too troublesome. However, regarding data provenance... Are there any projects now that can truly guarantee data integrity? It still feels like it needs time for validation. I'm quite interested in storing model weights. If it can really reduce costs... it will change a lot. In essence, it's about building solid infrastructure, and applications will naturally follow. This is what Web3 should be about, not issuing tokens to scam retail investors.

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TradFiRefugee

· 01-12 21:43

The storage layer is really the foundational base, but the question is when will the costs come down again.

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GasFeeTears

· 01-12 21:39

Decentralized storage is really interesting, but to be honest, not many people are using it yet... --- I agree with the point about anti-censorship, but before large-scale adoption, we still need to solve the issues of cost and speed. --- The idea of AI data provenance sounds good, but I'm worried it might turn into another Mirror Illusion 2.0... --- Wait, on-chain model weights? The storage costs for that must be terrifying haha. --- Here comes infrastructure porn again. The question is, how many projects can survive the next bear market? --- Basically, it's about moving the problems of centralization onto the chain and then claiming that this is freedom. It's too typical. --- A trustworthy data ecosystem sounds good, but in reality, people still forge data as usual... --- This is what we need, unlike those scam coins that just keep promising and never deliver. --- Decentralized websites permanently online? Let's wait until gas fees go up again.

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