What is Dusk Network?

Dusk is a privacy-focused Layer 1 blockchain designed to bridge regulated financial markets with decentralized finance by enabling compliant issuance, trading, and settlement of real-world assets.

Core Technology

The platform uses zero-knowledge proofs and Fully Homomorphic Encryption for private, scalable transactions while maintaining compliance with financial regulations like MiFID II and MiCA

Three-Layer Architecture

Dusk uses a three-layer modular design: DuskDS handles consensus and data availability via a Proof-of-Stake mechanism; DuskEVM is an EVM-compatible execution layer with privacy features like Hedger, which encrypts transaction details using ZKPs and FHE; and DuskVM supports high-privacy applications using Rust-based smart contracts (CoinMarketCap) .

Key Features

Privacy & Compliance: The network balances privacy with regulatory requirements, making it suitable for institutional finance applications.

Real-World Assets: Dusk enables the tokenization of traditional assets like stocks, bonds, and real estate on blockchain infrastructure.

Interoperability: Through its EVM-compatible layer, developers can build applications that work seamlessly with the broader Ethereum ecosystem.

Recent Launch

Dusk officially launched its mainnet on January 7, 2025, after six years of development (Dusk) , marking the transition from a development project to a live operational blockchain network focused on bringing traditional finance onto decentralized infrastructure while maintaining regulatory compliance.#dusk $DUSK