In the context of institutional entry into crypto assets, privacy and compliance are often seen as a paradox. But there is a project that has come up with a new approach.

Dusk takes a different path—unlike other anonymous coins, it integrates privacy and regulation from the ground up. Using PLONK zero-knowledge proofs and Piecrust ZK-VM, transactions are by default privacy-protected, while Citadel zero-knowledge KYC allows users to selectively disclose their identity information. This design directly aligns with the EU MiCA regulations, solving the most headache-inducing compliance issues for traditional financial institutions on the blockchain.

The launch of DuskEVM mainnet this year is crucial; developers no longer need to delve into complex cryptography, enabling faster iteration of compliant financial applications. Coupled with a case of €300 million in securities tokenization and a zero-trust custody solution, the infrastructure for RWA (Real-World Asset) is gradually being solidified.

The chain’s performance layer has also been optimized—SA consensus mechanism supports 10-second settlement, Hyperstaking staking mechanism directly links yields to real on-chain demand, and a 36-year token release cycle from the source prevents inflation dilution.

In simple terms, when RWA moves from PPT (PowerPoint) presentations to real-world implementation, what is needed is this kind of infrastructure solution that understands institutional pain points and can also provide privacy protection.