Dusk is a public Layer 1 blockchain designed for regulated finance, enabling the compliant issuance and settlement of real-world assets. It adheres to EU regulations like MiFID II and MiCA, utilizing privacy-focused smart contracts and zero-knowledge proofs for its compliance infrastructure.

The network facilitates secondary markets for digital securities through partners like the regulated exchange NPEX. Its ecosystem offers institutional tools such as the Dusk Vault custody solution, providing a full stack for compliant on-chain finance in Europe.