By 2026, the proportion of institutional funds in the blockchain sector is expected to jump from 45% to around 70%, reflecting a major trend of traditional finance migrating onto the chain. The Dusk project has recently become a focus of attention for many institutions, mainly because it has several highlights in compliance, security, and practical applications.

From a compliance perspective, Dusk natively supports the EU MiCA and MiFID II regulatory frameworks. It meets AML/KYC requirements through the Citadel zero-knowledge KYC protocol, which means it can conduct compliant reviews while protecting privacy. More concretely, its partnership with NPEX has granted it a full MTF (Multilateral Trading Facility) license, and it has successfully circulated 300 million euros of regulated securities—this is not just on paper.

Security is also a key focus. Dusk’s zero-trust custody solution has already custodyed assets exceeding 200 million euros. The entire system manages assets through cryptography and the automatic execution of smart contracts, without relying on centralized institutions for endorsement. The benefits are clear: settlement efficiency has increased by 80%, transaction costs have decreased by 40%, and the asset security concerns that worry institutions have been addressed.

On the application layer, Dusk has expanded into multiple scenarios such as securities tokenization, green asset financing, and creator economy. Each scenario is backed by clear business logic and revenue models, not just for show. This directly aligns with the core needs of institutional investors—risk controllability and visible returns.

From the latest market performance, DUSK’s token market cap has reached $36 million, with a 24-hour trading volume of $30.1 million. These figures directly reflect the continuous inflow of institutional funds. It can be said that this growth is not just hype but supported by real business activities.