Blockchain technology has unlocked unprecedented financial innovation, but privacy and compliance remain critical barriers for institutional adoption. @Dusk is building a Layer-1 blockchain that combines privacy with real-world regulatory compliance using native confidential smart contracts. On most public blockchains, transaction details are transparent by default — a challenge for enterprises handling proprietary financial data. Dusk solves this by enabling parties to conduct automated financial agreements while keeping sensitive details private yet verifiable. This makes the network suitable for tokenizing securities, managing shareholder registries, and automating regulated business workflows, all on a public chain that understands compliance requirements. The $DUSK token is used for fees, consensus participation, and ecosystem incentives on this privacy-first platform. #dusk demonstrates how cryptographic confidentiality can coexist with transparent auditability and real-world finance demands