- SUI’s ecosystem grew 50% in two weeks, signaling explosive developer interest.
- Walrus, Deepbook, and Swellend are driving SUI’s DeFi and infrastructure boom.
- Rumors and new wallet support have fueled a 67.5% price surge in the SUI token.
The SUI Network is rapidly climbing the ranks of the blockchain world. According to an analysis by Altcoin Buzz, with explosive growth in both market activity and user adoption, SUI has become a hotspot for innovation. In just the past two weeks, its ecosystem has expanded by over 50%.
Adding fuel to this momentum, a major event called Base Camp took place in Dubai from May 1–2, drawing global attention. Several of these altcoins stand out not just for their tech, but for real adoption and token metrics that hint at easy 10x growth.
Walrus (WAL): Powering Decentralized Storage
Walrus, developed by the core Mysten Labs team, is revolutionizing on-chain storage. It partners with major IPs like Pudgy Penguins and IPX’s Line Friends to store digital assets securely. 133 projects are currently on Walrus, and 54 are already live.
The token recently peaked at $0.68 and now trades near $0.625. Given its solid partnerships and active development, Walrus may reach new all-time highs soon. It also stands out as a core piece of infrastructure supporting the broader SUI data layer.
Deepbook (DEP): The Engine Behind DeFi
Deepbook isn’t flashy, but it’s vital. This project operates behind the scenes, powering most DEX platforms on SUI with a Central Limit Order Book (CLOB) model. That means faster, more efficient trading similar to centralized exchanges.
More than seven major platforms like Cedus, Aftermath, and Turbos Finance already depend on Deepbook. Trading around $0.19, well below its $0.34 peak, DEP offers a strong entry point. Its importance to the SUI ecosystem makes it hard to ignore.
Swellend (LEND): The DeFi Powerhouse
Swellend is currently the largest lending and DeFi protocol on SUI by TVL. Besides lending and borrowing, it also offers an AMM called Steam and liquid staking through Spring.
The platform is in its second airdrop season. Users earn points daily for interacting with the system, boosting their future rewards. With LEND hovering around $0.68, it’s well-positioned for a rebound back to its $4 high.
Ecosystem Momentum and Speculation
Rumors of a Pokémon tie-in via Parasol Technologies are shaking up the scene. A spike of 67.5% in the SUI token followed shortly after the speculation surfaced. Meanwhile, the Backpack wallet now supports SUI, increasing accessibility for users on mobile and desktop.
Additionally, BTCfi’s growth and Bitcoin-secured integrations like Babylon and sBTC are opening new DeFi use cases. With infrastructure and user tools expanding fast, the SUI ecosystem remains one of the most exciting in 2025.
