APT (Aptos Token) experienced a significant price increase, rising by 36% in under 24 hours following the announcement of the new decentralized cloud protocol Shelby. This move was made by Aptos Labs in collaboration with Jump Crypto, drawing attention to the protocol's capabilities.
What Is Shelby?
Shelby is a decentralized cloud protocol designed for next-generation Web3 infrastructure. It aims to address one of Web3's core challenges—reliable, high-speed data access. Key features of Shelby include:
* **Sub-second data access** via global edge caching and a fiber backbone. * **Smart contract integration** for restricted access and content monetization. * **Chain-agnostic design** with native Aptos support and compatibility with ecosystems like Ethereum and Solana.
By combining performance and programmability, Shelby positions itself as a foundational technology for AI pipelines, media streaming, and tokenized data.
Impact on the Ecosystem
The launch of Shelby places Aptos at the center of the decentralized storage arms race, competing with centralized giants. The 36% surge in APT reflects strong investor confidence and increasing recognition of Aptos’s long-term potential. Moreover, a devnet is expected to be released in Q4 2025, followed by a public testnet, bringing new apps and services closer to launch.
Future Plans
Shelby continues to develop, promising the imminent release of new features for developers. Community and developer involvement in the testing and creation of new applications is expected to significantly increase overall interest in Aptos and its technologies.
The success of Shelby could lead to significant changes in decentralized cloud storage and create healthy competition in the market, while Aptos continues to advance its technologies.
