I’m looking at Dusk and what stands out is their focus on building a blockchain for institutions while keeping privacy intact
. They’re a Layer 1 platform designed from the ground up to handle regulated financial instruments, like tokenized bonds or securities, without exposing sensitive information publicly. The system is modular, with DuskDS as the base layer handling settlement, consensus, and privacy, and DuskEVM for executing smart contracts in a familiar Ethereum-style environment.
What I find interesting is how they use zero-knowledge proofs to validate transactions without revealing details. That means a bank or institution can confirm trades are legitimate while keeping balances and counterparties confidential. At the same time, regulators can access necessary information when required, so compliance is baked into the system. I’m seeing Dusk as a bridge between traditional finance and blockchain, making it easier for regulated assets to move on-chain safely. They’re showing that privacy and compliance can coexist in a practical, real-world blockchain system.