## Crust Network (CRU): Short Fundamentals, Recent News, and Disclaimer
**Fundamentals:**
* **Crust Network:** A decentralized storage network built on the Polkadot ecosystem. * **Launched:** December 2020. * **Market Cap:** ~$26.6 million (as of Feb 24, 2024). * **Rank:** #742 on CoinMarketCap. * **Unique Features:** * **Decentralized cloud storage:** Offers secure and reliable storage solutions for developers and users. * **Composable storage:** Enables integration with different applications and blockchains. * **Incentivized network:** CRU token holders can stake their tokens to participate in consensus and earn rewards.
**Recent News:**
* **Feb 15, 2024:** Crust announces integration with Layer 2 scaling solution Polygon zkEVM. * **Feb 8, 2024:** Crust Network releases audit report for its smart contracts. * **Feb 2, 2024:** Crust partners with Filecoin and Arweave to create a "Web3 Storage Stack."
**Disclaimer:**
* This information is for educational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. * Cryptocurrency investments are highly volatile and carry significant risks. * Do your own research before making any investment decisions.
**Additional Notes:**
* CRV price has seen significant fluctuations recently. * The recent news highlights Crust's focus on scalability and interoperability. * It's crucial to understand the risks involved in cryptocurrency investments before making any decisions.
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