In the fast-paced world of crypto, airdrops remain a golden opportunity to earn rewards by participating in emerging projects. As highlighted in a recent X thread by DeFi expert Fabiano Solana, the Sui blockchain is buzzing with high-quality projects that are still underfarmed—meaning fewer people are jumping in, leaving more room for early participants like you to reap the benefits. Sui, known for its speed and low fees, is positioning itself as a top contender alongside chains like Solana.

Fabiano, who makes a living in DeFi, shared his top five Sui airdrops he's actively farming. These aren't just hype; they're backed by solid teams, funding, and real utility. Whether you're into AI agents, domain names, decentralized storage, trading, or yield farming, there's something here for everyone. Let's break them down step by step, with simple explanations and actionable tips to get started.

Talus Network: AI Agents on the Rise

Talus Network (talus.network) is pioneering a decentralized AI platform where smart agents—think autonomous bots that perform tasks on-chain—can thrive. They've partnered with Walrus for decentralized data storage, ensuring everything stays secure and off-centralized servers. With over $9 million raised from big names like Polychain Capital, Talus is no small player.

Their testnet launched recently, and farming is straightforward:

• Head to the Talus Loyalty Hub and complete various tasks to earn points.
• If you minted Talus NFTs back in March, you're in luck—you get an automatic points boost.

Don't miss their first product, Idol (idol.fun), an agent-vs-agent gaming platform. To participate: Paste the URL of an X post into the app and follow the prompts. There's even an extra prize pool for this activity. Bonus: Talus is integrated with Kaito, so engaging on X could rack up more points.

Sui Name Service: Your On-Chain Identity

Sui Name Service (SuiNS) (suins.io) is like the ENS of Ethereum but for Sui— it turns those long, confusing wallet addresses into easy-to-remember names like "yourname.sui". Fabiano notes this could be the next big airdrop, with hints from the team itself.

To position yourself for potential rewards:

• Buy some $NS tokens and stake them on the platform. Staking means locking up your tokens to support the network, often earning yields or airdrop eligibility.
• Purchase a .sui domain for extra engagement—it's not just useful; it could count toward retroactive rewards.
• Keep an eye out for multiple snapshots, which are like checkpoints where the team measures participation.

This is a low-effort way to get involved, especially if you're already in the Sui ecosystem.

Walrus Protocol: Decentralized Storage Powerhouse

Walrus Protocol (walrus.xyz) is Sui's go-to for decentralized storage, similar to how IPFS works but optimized for blockchain. If you've been staking $WAL from the start, you might have seen 30% returns already. The good news? There's still 5% of the supply allocated for future rounds, rumored to favor liquid staked tokens (LSTs).

Fabiano recommends focusing on haWAL and wWAL, which are staked versions of WAL. You can use them on Momentum (more on that below) for a potential double-dip airdrop, including Haedal's second round.

For deeper dives, check out Fabiano's earlier thread on high-APR farming: 700% APR on Sui.

DeepBook: The Ultimate On-Chain DEX

DeepBook (deepbook.tech) is a central limit order book (CLOB) DEX built right on Sui, offering fast, cheap trades with deep liquidity—basically, it feels like trading on a centralized exchange but fully decentralized. Created by Mysten Labs, the minds behind Sui itself, it's integrated tightly with the ecosystem.

Rumors are swirling about a second airdrop. Initially, it rewarded Sui stakers and active users. To farm:

• Use DeepBook for trading and setting limit orders (these are orders that execute automatically at a set price).
• Stake your SUI with Mysten Labs' validator to boost eligibility.

It's perfect for traders looking for efficiency without the high fees of other chains.

Momentum Finance: High-Yield DEX Dominance

Momentum Finance (app.mmt.finance) has exploded as Sui's largest DEX, raising $10M at a $100M valuation from heavyweights like Coinbase and Circle. It's all about concentrated liquidity, which means better capital efficiency and higher yields—often surpassing what's available on Solana.

Fabiano calls this a no-brainer for farming. Start with as little as $100:

• Provide liquidity to pools for high APRs.
• Engage on X about Momentum, as they're on Kaito for extra points.

For a full breakdown, see his dedicated thread: Momentum: The Jupiter of Sui.

As Fabiano wraps up, Sui is one of the few chains he's bullish on, alongside Solana and others. These airdrops are undervalued compared to Solana's, so don't sleep on them. Remember, crypto involves risks—do your own research and only invest what you can afford. Happy farming! 🚀