2026-01-13 21:22:06

Recently, I came across an interesting blockchain project in the compliance and privacy field—Dusk Network. Their latest moves are definitely worth paying attention to, especially for developers and institutions looking to enter the on-chain finance sector.

Let's start with the core: the DuskTrade application, which is scheduled to go live in 2026. This is not just a simple trading tool but a real-world asset platform developed by Dusk in partnership with the licensed Dutch exchange NPEX. NPEX holds three major regulatory licenses—MTF, Broker, and ECSP—and this collaboration aims to bring traditional securities—such as stocks and bonds—onto the blockchain, involving assets worth over 300 million euros. It sounds different; the candidate list opens in January, so those interested can keep an eye on it.

From an infrastructure perspective, the DuskEVM mainnet is expected to launch in mid-January. This is like giving developers a "universal adapter"—they can write smart contracts in Solidity and also benefit from the security and performance advantages of Dusk's Layer 1. For teams aiming to build DeFi and RWA applications within a compliant framework, such as tokenized real estate and digital asset trading, cross-chain compatibility issues are thoroughly addressed.

On the privacy front, Dusk's Hedger technology is the highlight. Its core logic uses zero-knowledge proofs and homomorphic encryption to ensure transaction details are known only to the involved parties, while regulators can verify compliance at any time. This approach effectively harmonizes the seemingly opposing needs of privacy and compliance—transactions remain confidential, yet transparent and auditable.

Dusk has been working on this since 2018, focusing on building compliant and private financial infrastructure. Their modular architecture is quite flexible, making it naturally suitable for institutional-grade applications, on-chain DeFi, and RWA scenarios. Simply put, this setup is designed to enable traditional finance to operate on the blockchain while ensuring privacy and compliance on both dimensions.

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GateUser-40edb63b

· 15h ago

Combining compliance and privacy on both fronts—this approach is indeed innovative. However, whether it will truly go live depends on DuskTrade's performance in 2026. With so many projects in the RWA track, why can Dusk stand out... It all depends on whether Hedger's technology can really hold up. Zero-knowledge proofs sound impressive, but how is their actual performance? Is it just a theoretical advantage? A capital scale of 300 million euros sounds substantial, but is this real funding or just expectations... We’ll have to wait until it officially launches. DuskEVM mainnet launches in January, which is an interesting timing. But another Solidity-compatible chain—what more can it innovate? The contradiction between privacy and compliance is indeed hard to resolve. If it truly solves this, it’s worth paying attention to; otherwise, it’s just high-level marketing.

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LiquidationWatcher

· 01-13 21:49

Can privacy and compliance be satisfied at the same time? That's the real breakthrough, unlike some projects that just boast. Launching in 2026, it's another "wait-and-see" project... But a scale of 300 million euros definitely has some substance. Applying zero-knowledge proofs to RWA feels much more reliable than those flashy L2 solutions. DuskEVM compatible with Solidity? This significantly reduces developer migration costs. Very clever design. Wait, regulators can verify at any time? Isn't this just inviting the central bank into the process... What's the point of privacy then? Since 2018, they've been building infrastructure. Such low-profile projects are often overlooked. I only found out about it after reading this article. The backup list opens in January. Better stay tuned, or else you'll miss another early opportunity.

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DAOplomacy

· 01-13 21:47

ngl the whole "privacy + compliance" framing feels like squaring a circle that doesn't actually need squaring... but the institutional infrastructure play? arguably non-trivial. hinges entirely on whether regulators actually tolerate the abstraction layers here, historically precedent suggests they get... uncomfortable.

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DeadTrades_Walking

· 01-13 21:44

Hmm, Dusk is really pulling another stunt this time, with privacy + compliance coordination—there are really few who dare to touch this. 2026? Why is it always 2026? Pushing for updates... The zero-knowledge proof set really confused me; honestly, I still haven't sorted it out. NPEX's three major licenses sound impressive, but will this €300 million make a splash? EVM compatibility is indeed more friendly to small developers. Wait, transaction privacy but transparent regulation? Feels like a bit of a false proposition. Dusk has been working on this since 2018, very dedicated, but why is it only now gaining popularity... The RWA story sounds good, but I'm worried it might just be another PPT coin. How reliable is this project? Has anyone used it?

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HashBrownies

· 01-13 21:40

Oh no, can privacy and compliance really go hand in hand? It's a bit uncertain. Launching in 2026, how long do we have to wait... Zero-knowledge proofs sound pretty good, it would be awesome if they can be practically implemented. RWA is back again, will anyone actually use it this time? Dusk, this name sounds so unfamiliar, I really haven't heard of it before.

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GateUser-26d7f434

· 01-13 21:38

Can privacy and compliance be achieved at the same time? This set of zero-knowledge proof logic is indeed brilliant, but the real question is, will anyone actually use it? Wait, launching in 2026? Then I'll check out how other RWA projects are doing this year. The compliance licensing part is indeed a bit different, not just blowing smoke about concepts like some projects. If Hedger's system can really run smoothly, it might remove a big hurdle for traditional finance to go on-chain. But whether such projects can ultimately be implemented depends on execution... I've been looking at too many PPTs lately. The compatibility of DuskEVM with Solidity is quite interesting, saves us from relearning a new language. With the support of three major regulatory licenses, at least the qualification part doesn't need to be exaggerated. Privacy and transparency are inherently a paradox, and these folks really dare to take on that challenge. The RWA track has been very active in recent months, but truly usable projects are still few and far between. The standby list opens in January, probably another queue to wait in, same old routine. Zero-knowledge proofs sound cool, but are the computational costs high? That's the real pitfall. Balancing compliance and privacy at the same time is like walking a tightrope, very risky. Doing this since 2018? Why are there only now actions? Is the efficiency that low?

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FastLeaver

· 01-13 21:33

Zero-knowledge proofs combined with on-chain finance, this combo really has some imagination We still have to wait until 2026, but the three licenses from NPEX are still solid backing RWA is truly a battleground, it all depends on whether Dusk can outpace others Privacy + compliance sounds contradictory, how the technology solves this still depends on real data Let's wait until DuskEVM launches, nothing new about Solidity compatibility If you want to join the waitlist, remember to follow in January, but what if there's another delay? A total asset scale of 300 million euros, if it can truly go on-chain, that's a signal Hedger technology sounds promising, but the real test is in zero-knowledge proofs The combination of compliant exchanges + public chains, Europe is indeed taking action Regulatory transparency and transaction privacy, does this logic hold up?

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WalletDivorcer

· 01-13 21:26

Privacy compliance-wise, Dusk is definitely heading in the right direction. The zero-knowledge proof system is used brilliantly, but launching DuskTrade only in 2026 is a bit slow... Wait, is it true that NPEX has three major licenses? The scale of this cooperation looks quite significant. Hedger technology sounds pretty good; it allows for private trading while still enabling regulators to audit, which is the right path for Web3. They started laying this foundation back in 2018. Projects with such long-term strategies tend to last longer. DuskEVM running Solidity still requires L1 security support; developers will be on board. They’ve already laid out the institutional-grade applications; we’re still trading contracts. Looks like we need a change of approach. The infrastructure for RWA tokenization finally has a reliable foundation, not just empty talk. Projects that balance compliance and privacy so well that they even get licenses in the Netherlands—this endorsement is extraordinary. I think, compared to those projects claiming to be privacy-focused, Dusk’s approach is truly a viable solution in the real sense.

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