Sui Connect Istanbul Showcases Walrus Protocol's Decentralized Storage

Coin WorldSaturday, May 17, 2025 7:27 am ET
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On June 26, 2025,

Connect Istanbul will gather prominent figures in blockchain, decentralized technology, and Web3 development at The Roof, Ritz-Carlton Istanbul. The event, scheduled from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM EET, is a special edition of the global Sui Connect series. Hosted by the Sui Network and Protocol teams, the evening will feature in-depth discussions, dynamic demonstrations, and networking opportunities on the rooftop. As Istanbul Blockchain Week attracts global talent, this gathering adds a technical dimension to the broader conversation, allowing attendees to explore new ideas, meet protocol founders, and understand how decentralized storage and blockchain innovation intersect in practical applications.

Sui Connect Istanbul aims to bring together ecosystem builders, developers, and the Web3 community in a relaxed yet focused environment. The event will feature keynotes from the Sui Foundation leadership and Walrus Protocol engineers, who will introduce their decentralized storage infrastructure live on-site. Guests can expect structured demos, fireside chats, and curated networking, all designed to facilitate idea exchange and ecosystem growth. With blockchain innovation gaining traction in Türkiye and across Europe, Istanbul provides an ideal backdrop for this event.

Beyond being a showcase, this event reflects Sui’s mission to expand open internet infrastructure. The city’s tech-savvy developer base and its strategic location between Europe and Asia create a unique bridge for collaboration. The Sui Connect Istanbul meetup not only welcomes regional developers into the global Sui ecosystem but also energizes conversations around building scalable and secure decentralized systems. From exploring smart contract flexibility to decentralized file storage, the evening will bring vision and execution together on one rooftop.

One of the central topics of the evening will be the Walrus Protocol, a decentralized storage layer built for the Sui blockchain. Designed to solve on-chain storage bottlenecks, Walrus uses advanced erasure coding and redundancy to improve reliability and reduce data costs. With seamless support for real-time dApps and smart contracts, it enables more robust infrastructure for NFTs, social platforms, and gaming projects on Sui.

Attendees will learn how the Walrus Protocol ensures data availability while optimizing for performance and security. Its architecture allows developers to create programmable storage experiences without relying on centralized file systems. This makes it ideal for projects demanding trustless data retrieval and long-term data preservation. With Walrus nearing its mainnet release, developers and investors at Sui Connect Istanbul can gain early insights into how it will shape the future of decentralized storage.

More than just a product showcase, the Sui Connect Istanbul evening fosters open dialogue. The event allows attendees to form deep connections through a mix of networking, music, and rooftop ambiance. Developers can discuss ecosystem roadmaps, cooperation prospects, and challenges encountered when scaling Web3 development with Sui and Walrus core team members directly. Enjoy carefully chosen food and beverages while interacting with peers, protocol architects, and community members. This environment fosters sustained cooperation and generates concepts that may result in the development of next-generation Sui ecosystem apps.

As Sui continues to attract global developer interest, events like Sui Connect Istanbul serve as key drivers of momentum. By blending technology previews with real-world community engagement, the network builds a culture of participation. With the Walrus Protocol advancing decentralized storage, the Sui Network is positioning itself as a leading player in shaping the next iteration of the internet.