@dusk_foundation is redefining blockchain for regulated and privacy-focused financial markets. #Dusk provides a Layer-1 platform that supports real-world asset tokenization, compliant DeFi, and confidential institutional applications. One of the most innovative components is Hedger, which enables privacy-preserving yet auditable transactions on DuskEVM using zero-knowledge proofs and homomorphic encryption. Additionally, DuskTrade, launching in 2026 in partnership with the regulated Dutch exchange NPEX, aims to bring over €300M in tokenized securities on-chain, bridging traditional finance with blockchain technology. Developers benefit from DuskEVM, an EVM-compatible layer that allows seamless deployment of standard Solidity smart contracts while ensuring compliance and security. $DUSK serves as the utility and governance token, powering transactions, staking, and network participation, making Dusk a fully integrated ecosystem where privacy, regulation, and innovation coexist. This combination positions Dusk as a foundational blockchain for next-generation institutional finance.