Blockchain has transformed peer-to-peer value transfer, but mainstream financial institutions have largely stayed on the sidelines due to privacy concerns. @dusk_foundation tackles this head-on through $DUSK ’s use of zero-knowledge cryptography, enabling transactions that are fully verifiable but selectively private. This means institutions can protect sensitive balances and trading strategies while still complying with mandatory audits when required by regulators. Traditional blockchains expose every transfer publicly, which is untenable for regulated markets — privacy isn’t a luxury, it’s a prerequisite. Dusk’s privacy-first design opens the door for real-world asset tokenization, confidential settlements, and institutional DeFi, all while meeting evolving regulatory frameworks. That’s why #dusk is more than a token — it’s a privacy-compliant infrastructure for the next generation of financial markets.�