Irys is a Layer-1 data chain that goes beyond existing Layer-1 models and is designed specifically for AI. By combining a low-cost storage layer with a high-performance, EVM-compatible execution layer (IrysVM), Irys enables data programmability.

DataHaven is a decentralized, AI-first storage platform built as an Autonomous Verifiable Service (AVS) secured by Ethereum’s EigenLayer restaking protocol. It provides tamper-proof, censorship-resistant, and cryptographically verifiable storage—ideal for AI models, training data, and sensitive logs—to ensure full data integrity and auditability

Walrus is a decentralized storage and data availability protocol designed specifically for large binary files, or "blobs". Walrus focuses on providing a robust but affordable solution for storing unstructured content on decentralized storage nodes while ensuring high availability and reliability even in the presence of Byzantine faults.

Arweave is a decentralized data storage protocol built on blockweave technology. It is developing an underlying network where data can be stored forever and accessed on its permaweb, a secondary layer where data is accessible in a human-readable manner (e.g. via web browsers). To financially incentivize data storage providers, Arweave has its own token, AR. The Arweave mainnet was launched in June 2018.

As a platform providing AI computing and data infrastructure, CESS focuses on AI agent applications and frameworks, dedicated to achieving data privacy and sovereignty.

Shelby is a standalone hot-storage network and protocol designed for continuous, high-frequency Web3 workloads. By combining a global mesh of high-performance nodes with a dedicated fiber backbone and onchain programmability, Shelby lets developers build streaming video, AI pipelines, social timelines, and DePIN applications that operate at cloud-like speed while retaining full decentralization. Launched by Aptos Labs and Jump Crypto.

Codex is a P2P file-storage protocol for durable data. Designed to power network state infrastructure.

AR.IO operates as a global network and protocol on the Arweave decentralized storage network for the permanent storage of files, apps, webpages, and data. It features distributed gateways for access, offering fundamental Web services, with the IO token serving as both currency and incentive for network services.

Swarm is a decentralized storage and communication platform that consists of peer-to-peer networked nodes. Its redundant architecture makes the system resilient to connectivity issues, node churn, or targeted DDOS attacks, enabling a zero-downtime service. Swarm is designed to integrate deeply with the Ethereum blockchain for domain name resolution, service payments, and content availability insurance.

DeNet is a decentralized storage protocol. Launched in 2017, DeNet offers an opportunity to utilize spare storage capacities all over the globe eliminating the need for centralized data centers. By leveraging blockchain technology, smart contracts and the core principles of Web3, the DeNet Storage Protocol offers a mutually beneficial solution for all network participants, restoring the data ownership for users.

Storj is an open-source, decentralized cloud storage layer that enables developers to build the best data protection and privacy into their applications. The STORJ token facilitates coordination between different parties within the network to transfer value at scale, in a way that is consistent with the goals of the wider network, such as immutability, security, and third-party verifiability.

Hippius is a decentralized storage subnet within the Bittensor ecosystem, providing persistent memory for AI networks. It offers blockchain-backed distributed storage services, complementing Bittensor’s machine-learning subnets with transparent, decentralized, and anonymous cloud storage.

MEMO is a decentralized cloud storage protocol aiming to build a reliable storage infrastructure for the Web3 era. Through the API interface built by MEMO, it is possible to interact with any mainstream public chain to store data and settle storage fees through raw currency transactions.

Ceramic is a decentralized network for managing and processing mutable information on the open web. It combines IPFS, libp2p, blockchain, DIDs, and standards for authenticated data, enabling developers to build serverless and silo-free applications using dynamic, verifiable, decentralized data.

Sia is a blockchain that provides decentralized cloud data storage and a peer-to-peer marketplace. It connects users who need file storage with hosts around the world who have unused hard drive capacity. Sia secures storage transactions with smart contracts, making it a more reliable and cost-effective option compared to traditional cloud providers.

NuNet is a computing framework that provides globally distributed computing power and storage for decentralized networks, by connecting the owners of data and computing resources with computational processes in demand of these resources.

EthStorage is a layer 2 solution that provides programmable, dynamic storage based on Ethereum's data availability. It will greatly reduce the storage cost of storing large amounts of data on Ethereum, saving it to 1% to 0.1%. The low cost of large data storage by EthStorage can better enable a fully decentralized network in the future. It is highly integrated with EVM and is compatible with Solidity, Remix, Hardhat, and MetaMask. The team has received a research grant from the Ethereum Foundation for data availability research.

Xenea is the storage layer for the AI & DePIN era. By integrating decentralized storage with an EVM Layer 1 blockchain, it enables cross-generational data inheritance. Xenea provides next-generation Web3 infrastructure that supports data of all scales and formats.

Botanika is a decentralized data storage network powered by its proprietary B1 hardware nodes. With patented AI-driven sharding, transmission, and data regeneration algorithms.

Storacha is building next-gen decentralized data storage for a verifiable, user-owned internet. It enables programmable, serverless access—users can delegate or revoke permissions instantly—on a storage network up to 100× faster than others. This powers new use cases: AI agents autonomously sharing data, dApps sharing off-chain assets in real-time without middlemen, and DePIN networks monetizing sensor streams securely.

Openmesh building a decentralized data infrastructure storing important global data without a middleman.

Liteseed Network is a Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network (DePIN) to upload data onto Arweave. Liteseed is built on AO. AO is a hyper-parallel computing platform built on top of Arweave. AO handles scaling and security so Liteseed can focus on network design and privacy.

SCP is a decentralized mesh network of independent storage providers compensated for dedicating trivial amounts of disk space to create a globally connected "datacenter". Market-based incentives tied to distributed client access remove centralized control. The product weaves together strong encryption, data sharding, cryptographic signatures and a publicly auditable blockchain to ensure the highest security and durability of customer data in a selforganizing and highly cost-competitive environment.

Terminal 3 is a Hong Kong-based Web3 startup building user data infrastructure for a decentralized future. Terminal 3 leverages decentralized storage and zero-knowledge proofs to empower an equitable Web3 where user data is freely composable while remaining fully private and secure.

Super Protocol uses the latest blockchain and Trusted Execution Environment (TEE) developments to create a universal, decentralized protocol for distributed confidential computing. It offers an alternative to traditional cloud service providers in the Web3 space, and makes it possible for everyone to contribute to the development of innovative technologies for the future Internet. Super Protocol is built as a massive ecosystem of interoperable solutions and services, including computational resources, databases, web-services, ready-to-use applications, confidential data sources, and more.

Mizzle is a DePIN platform redefining distributed compute and storage solutions. Its AI-based DevOps ensures unparalleled ease of use, streamlining infrastructure management for all users. Security is fortified with eBPF technology, providing real-time protection and performance monitoring. Mizzle stays ahead with advanced cryptographic techniques like Fully Homomorphic Encryption and Zero Knowledge Proofs, ensuring maximum data privacy and security.

StorX Networks is a decentralized cloud storage network, powered by XDC. StorX’s unique architecture empowers its users to store their data with absolute privacy and security. Data uploaded on StorX Network is encrypted by the user's unique passphrase, split into smaller fragments, these fragments are then replicated and distributed across autonomous storage nodes operated by individual operators spread worldwide.

Akave is a L2 storage chain, ​enabling on-chain data lakes for ​scalable and decentralized AI.

Crust Network is a decentralized cloud storage provider designed to realize three core values: decentralization, privacy, and assurance. It supports multiple storage-layer protocols such as IPFS, and provides instant accessible on-chain storage functions to users. Crust's technical stack is also capable of supporting data manipulation and computing. nnCrust Network has three main functions: NFT and Metaverse Metadata storage, personal file storage, and Website/dApp hosting.

Lambda is a public blockchain with decentralized data storage technology.