Crust Devlog | Jan 1st — Jan 31st, 2025

The Mainnet Data

Technical Progress

This month, the Crust technical team remains in the phase of defining technical directions, conducting research, and exploring solutions, focusing on the following key areas:

1. Expansion of Decentralized Storage Services
   Crust is preparing to launch a dedicated storage protocol and tool for the TON ecosystem.
2. Launch of Lightweight Storage Nodes
   One of Crust’s exciting initiatives is the development of compact storage devices that anyone can use to become an active participant in the network. These devices will lower the barrier to entry, allowing more individuals to join the decentralized storage movement.
3. TEE Network for AI Sector
   The network will undergo significant upgrades to integrate computing capabilities into the TEE network, providing better support for AI. Specifically, the network will not only store data but also perform complex computations, such as AI model training, inference, and data analysis, all while ensuring data privacy and integrity.

Next Steps

• Further refine the technical architecture for the TON ecosystem storage solution.
• Develop and test the core functions of lightweight storage devices.
• Explore AI computing capabilities within the TEE network and establish an initial implementation plan.
• Continue technical research to optimize the overall decentralized storage and computing framework.

Ecosystem Collaboration

1. Crust was listed by whatisdepin.io, the largest DePIN Community

Crust | What is DePIN

2. Messari’s report “State of DePIN” mentioned Crust and introduced the development of DePIN sector in the past year. The growth rate of DePIN in 2024 has been beyond expectations.

The full report is here: https://messari.io/report/state-of-depin-2024?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=State_of_DePIN&destination=State_of_DePIN

3. The Polkadot ecosystem now supports multiple wallets compatible with the Crust Mainnet & Parachain!

Recommended wallets for an enhanced asset management experience:

@subwalletapp: Multi-chain, non-custodial, with browser extension & mobile app.

@wearetalisman: Clean interface, powerful cross-chain functionality.

Crust continues to support more wallets for a better ecosystem experience!

4. Ourcryptotalk, a crypto community-driven platform mentioned Crust in their report about DA sector. In 2025, “Data Availability” (DA) has become the cornerstone of blockchain development.

5. Crust Network has officially integrated with U2U Network for a seamless decentralized storage experience!

Now you can:

Log into Crust Files using your U2U Network wallet

Pay with U2U tokens for secure data storage

Effortlessly upload and manage your files

Crust Network Integrates with U2U Network for Seamless Decentralized Storage

Community Events

1. Pokadot Insider made a graphic for Crust January’s data performance

2. Crust wishes the community a Happy Chinese New Year

3. For January, Crust CRP holds a Crust Network Infographic Contest. Your mission is to design an engaging, informative, and visually appealing infographic that highlights CrustNetwork’s core values, technology, and impact. Come and win the rewards!

Zealy - Join the next big thing

4. Crust is heading to Consensus HK! We’ll also be joining the Consensus Hackathon, CoinDesk Twitter Space, and various side events. Stay tuned for more updates!