Recently, many people may have heard of @irys_xyz. It is a Layer 1 project established in 2021, but unlike the traditional 'storage chains' we know—this is a programmable data chain.
Meaning: It's not just about locking data in a safe but making data active, able to execute contracts, and generate revenue
In Irys, data is no longer just cold files stored via external links but can be run, interacted with, and monetized as 'living assets'.
For example 🌰:
You released a song on Irys, and this song will not only be permanently stored but will also come with a copyright contract—every time someone plays, samples, or uses it for AI training, you will automatically receive a share. This is the utility of 'programmable data'.