Hey folks, today we’re thrilled to announce that @DoubleUp_App will be managing its own dedicated storage node on Walrus! This means you’ll have the opportunity to allocate your $WAL tokens once the mainnet goes live! From day one, we’ll be operating a 20TB storage node with one clear mission in mind—expanding our ecosystem and reinforcing decentralized infrastructure.

What Does It Mean to Run a Walrus Node on Sui?

Running a Walrus node means actively participating in the decentralized security and validation process on Sui. Nodes are the backbone of any blockchain, validating transactions, securing the network, and ensuring smooth operations. Unlike traditional centralized systems, where a single entity has control over user assets, a decentralized node system ensures that control is spread out across many independent operators.

Walrus nodes, are designed to enhance decentralization by making it easier for projects like DoubleUp to contribute to the network’s security while also providing direct benefits to it’s users! By running our own node, we’re not just using Sui, we’re actively supporting its infrastructure and reinforcing the principles of decentralization.

Why This Matters for Citizens

One of the biggest advantages of running our own Walrus node is the direct impact on our NFT holders. All DoubleUp Citizens will be migrated onto Walrus, ensuring a higher level of security and reliability. More importantly, this move guarantees that no one can take away your Citizens—ownership is fully decentralized, immutable, and protected on the Sui network.

By integrating with Walrus, we eliminate risks associated with centralized control, where assets could be frozen or lost. Instead, your DoubleUp Citizens remain permanently secured on the blockchain, ensuring you always have complete control over your NFTs.

A Commitment to Decentralization

DoubleUp isn’t just about playing games and having fun—it’s about creating a truly decentralized and fair environment for our players. Running our own Walrus node is a step towards that vision. We’re not just building on Sui, we’re strengthening it, ensuring that our community benefits from a more resilient and decentralized ecosystem.

This is just the beginning. As we continue to evolve, our commitment to decentralization, security, and player ownership will remain at the core of everything we do. Welcome to the future of DoubleUp, where good times are made, risk is rewarded and safety is ensured