Many people misunderstand blockchain privacy and assume it means hiding illegal activity. In reality, privacy is about protecting users and businesses from unnecessary exposure. @Dusk is proving that privacy and compliance can coexist. Dusk’s confidential smart contracts allow financial agreements to run on-chain without revealing private details such as trade size, counterparties, or internal logic. This is essential for regulated markets where data protection laws and competitive secrecy matter. The $DUSK token fuels the ecosystem by enabling fees, staking, and participation in network security. By focusing on privacy as a protective layer rather than secrecy, #dusk is creating a blockchain environment that aligns with real-world regulations and institutional expectations.