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What is Midnight (NIGHT)? The Privacy-Focused Blockchain Built by IOG
As the blockchain industry moves beyond simple asset transfers, the need for data protection without sacrificing compliance has become paramount. Enter Midnight (NIGHT), a Layer 1 blockchain developed by Input Output Global (IOG)—the same team behind Cardano—designed to solve the blockchain trilemma of speed, security, and data privacy.
What is Midnight?
Midnight is a data-protection-focused chain that uses zero-knowledge (ZK) smart contracts to protect sensitive information. Unlike traditional privacy coins that hide all transaction data, Midnight aims for "rational privacy," allowing users to selectively disclose information while keeping metadata private.
The Dual-Token System: NIGHT and DUST
Midnight utilizes an innovative two-token structure designed for sustainable economics:
NIGHT: This is the primary utility and governance token, used for staking and securing the network.
DUST: A renewable, non-transferable resource generated by holding NIGHT. DUST is consumed to pay for transaction fees and power private, shielded transactions.
Why It Matters
By separating the capital asset (NIGHT) from the operating fuel (DUST), Midnight prevents the fee volatility often seen on other networks. It enables developers to build "self-funding" dApps, where users can interact with applications without needing native tokens to pay for gas, creating a friction-free experience for mainstream adoption.$NIGHT
