What is Web3 Infrastructure?
Web3 infrastructure includes all services and protocols that help developers build and operate decentralized applications (dApps). Instead of being based on centralized cloud servers like AWS, Web3 distributes the load to decentralized networks for storage, processing power, and data querying.
The Web3 Middleware
Data Integrity
Oracles like Chainlink guarantee that external data comes on-chain tamper-proof.
Scalability
Decentralized middleware reduces the load on the main blockchain.
Interoperability
Infrastructure protocols connect different blockchains with each other.
Top Infrastructure Projects
The most important protocols that form the foundation for thousands of dApps.
Chainlink
"The leading decentralized oracle network connecting smart contracts with real-world data."
The Graph
"An indexing protocol for querying networks like Ethereum and IPFS."
Arweave
"A novel storage system that stores data permanently and immutably."
Alchemy
"Leading Web3 development platform and RPC provider for scalable dApps."
For Developers & Enthusiasts
Why infrastructure protocols are also interesting for investors:
- Essential Services: dApps cannot exist without them
- Network Effects: High switching costs for developers
- Revenue Models: Many protocols generate real fees
- Innovation Driver: Enable new use cases
Development Status
Web3 infrastructure is becoming more user-friendly and powerful every year. However, we are still in the 'early phase' – many solutions are constantly being optimized and decentralized.