Building a privacy chain may seem straightforward, but the real challenge is integrating privacy features into the real financial system and ensuring it operates smoothly.

From the very beginning, Dusk didn't aim to bypass regulation; instead, it directly confronts this issue. The core idea is clear: protect sensitive data from leaks while making compliance itself a foundational infrastructure on the chain.

Think about how traditional finance operates. Transactions don't have to be completely transparent, but they must be auditable—that's the bottom line of regulation. However, once data is on the blockchain, it is inherently public, and privacy and compliance often become opposing forces. Dusk's solution is to introduce zero-knowledge proof technology. Simply put, it verifies the conclusion "I am compliant" separately, without revealing all transaction details. Regulators see only the compliance result itself, while the specific transaction details remain private. This design is especially useful in scenarios like securities issuance, decentralized finance protocols, and on-chain real-world assets.

Interestingly, Dusk's technical choices do not follow short-term market trends. It doesn't focus on TPS numbers or hype concepts but instead integrates compliance logic directly into the protocol layer. Rules are not patched on the application layer nor reviewed after the fact; they take effect before the transaction even occurs. This approach aligns more closely with the operational logic of traditional financial systems, unlike public chains that pursue openness and aim to support all kinds of entertainment applications.

Regarding the $DUSK token, its role is quite pragmatic. Its main functions are staking, node validation, and maintaining network security—fundamental tasks—rather than being repeatedly hyped as a speculative narrative. The token is simply a tool for system operation; the story isn't centered here.

Overall, Dusk doesn't intend to create a public chain suitable for all applications. Instead, it targets those financial scenarios that inherently need to face regulation and cannot compromise on privacy. This path may not be as flashy as other projects, but if on-chain finance is to truly become mainstream, projects like Dusk that "clarify the rules before taking action" are more likely to have long-term success.