The wait is officially over. As of the second week of January 2026, the @dusk_foundation Mainnet is live, marking a pivotal shift in how the world views Real-World Assets (RWA). While 2025 was about pilots and promises, 2026 is about execution at an institutional scale.
The Power of the DuskEVM The most significant catalyst for the ecosystem this month has been the launch of the DuskEVM. By offering full Solidity compatibility, @dusk_foundation has opened the floodgates for Ethereum developers to port their dApps into a privacy-first, MiCA-compliant environment. This isn't just another EVM; it's a specialized layer where "Confidential Smart Contracts" are a native feature, thanks to the Piecrust VM.
Real Assets, Real Volume: The NPEX Factor We are no longer talking about "theoretical" tokenization. Through the partnership with the licensed Dutch exchange NPEX, over €300M in securities—including equities and bonds—are now being moved on-chain via #Dusk infrastructure. This collaboration uses the Citadel protocol to handle KYC and identity, ensuring that institutions can trade with the privacy they require while giving regulators the auditability they demand.
Why $DUSK is the Key The $DUSK token is the heartbeat of this ecosystem. From powering transaction fees to securing the network through Hyperstaking (with yields currently attracting massive long-term liquidity), the utility is undeniable. As Europe’s MiCA framework transitions to full enforcement this year, Dusk stands as the only Layer 1 specifically engineered to meet these rigorous legal standards without sacrificing decentralization.
The transition from a "privacy coin" to a "regulated financial infrastructure" is complete. Whether you are a developer looking for a secure home for DeFi or an institution eyeing the efficiency of DLT, #Dusk is the bridge to the future of finance.
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