Dusk (DUSK) is a layer-1 public blockchain for institutional finance, specializing in compliant, privacy-preserving, and tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) using zero-knowledge technology. As of January 2026, it enables EU-compliant trading and settlement. The DUSK token is used for network fees, staking, and governance.
Key Features and Aspects of Dusk Network
Technology: Uses the "Proof of Blind Bid" consensus mechanism (a type of PoS) and the "PLONK" zero-knowledge proof system to ensure private, fast, and secure transactions.
Purpose: Focuses on regulating financial markets by enabling the issuance and trading of security tokens and other financial instruments that comply with regulations like MiFID II, MiCA, and the DLT Pilot Regime.
Infrastructure: Features the "Rusk" virtual machine, which allows for confidential smart contracts.
Token ($DUSK): The native utility token is used to pay for transactions, deploy smart contracts, and secure the network through staking.
Market Position (as of Jan 29, 2026): DUSK is trading around $0.13–$0.14 with a circulating supply of approximately 497M–500M tokens.