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Binance Market Update: Crypto Market Trends | January 12, 2026
According to CoinMarketCap data, the global cryptocurrency market cap now stands at $3.09T, down by 0.36% over the last 24 hours.Bitcoin (BTC) traded between $90,236 and $92,520 over the past 24 hours. As of 09:30 AM (UTC) today, BTC is trading at $90,810, up by 0.05%.Most major cryptocurrencies by market cap are trading mixed. Market outperformers include FXS, REZ, and AMP, up by 29%, 11%, and 10%, respectively.Top stories of the day:Upcoming Key Events in Crypto Market on January 15South Korea Lifts Nine-Year Ban on Corporate Cryptocurrency InvestmentsCrypto M&A Transactions Expected to Surpass Record $37 Billion in 2026Spot Silver Sees Significant Daily IncreaseUSD/JPY Reaches Highest Level Since January 2025 A-Share Market Sets New Single-Day Trading Record Cryptocurrency Content Views on YouTube Reach Lowest Level Since January 2021 Bitcoin and Precious Metals Rise Amid Dollar Weakness Digital Asset Investment Products Experience Significant Outflows Amid Fed Rate Expectations Dubai Financial Regulator Bans Privacy Tokens in Financial CenterMarket movers:ETH: $3116.72 (+0.33%)BNB: $901.99 (-1.43%)XRP: $2.0459 (-2.32%)SOL: $139.95 (+2.36%)TRX: $0.2984 (-0.27%)DOGE: $0.13677 (-2.50%)WLFI: $0.1653 (-1.78%)ADA: $0.387 (-1.25%)BCH: $627.2 (-3.73%)WBTC: $90604.12 (+0.05%)
In regulated finance, transparency and confidentiality aren’t opposites — they’re both mandatory. Institutions must safeguard sensitive data while proving they follow the rules. Most public blockchains fail this test by exposing every transaction detail by default. Dusk Network was built to solve that exact problem.
At the core of Dusk’s design are zero-knowledge proofs (ZKPs). These cryptographic tools allow a transaction to be verified as valid and compliant without revealing the underlying data. In simple terms: you can prove something is correct without showing why it’s correct.
On Dusk, ZKPs make it possible to confirm requirements like sufficient balances, approved counterparties, or regulatory eligibility — without exposing transaction values, identities, or asset details to the public. This is a major shift for institutions that can’t afford full transparency but still need auditability.
$DUSK supports two transaction types to match real-world needs. Moonlight transactions provide full confidentiality, shielding amounts, participants, and asset types on-chain. At the same time, the protocol allows selective disclosure, meaning regulators or auditors can access necessary information when legally required — and only then.
For use cases that demand openness, Dusk also offers Phoenix transactions, which operate transparently and integrate easily with public systems or reporting requirements. This flexible model lets institutions choose privacy or transparency on a case-by-case basis, rather than being forced into one extreme.
Crucially, compliance on Dusk isn’t handled off-chain or through manual processes. Rules for KYC, AML, eligibility, and transaction limits can be enforced directly at the protocol level. That reduces operational risk, lowers costs, and removes much of the friction that has held institutions back from blockchain adoption.
The result is a network where real financial activity can move on-chain safely — from tokenized securities and private lending to confidential settlements between institutions. ZKPs ensure every participant can prove they’re operating within regulatory boundaries, without sacrificing competitive or client confidentiality.
Dusk Network represents a shift in how blockchains are built: not for speculation first, but for regulated markets that already exist. By combining zero-knowledge technology with compliance by design, Dusk positions itself as foundational infrastructure for the future of digital finance.
Most Web3 talks about tokens and prices. But behind every strong dApp is something critical: storage. That's where Walrus comes in.
The Problem:
Most apps still rely on centralized cloud servers—controlled by big companies that can go down, block access, or change rules anytime. Your NFTs, files, AI datasets? Sitting on someone else's infrastructure.
Walrus Solution:
Decentralized storage built on Sui blockchain—fast, scalable, and designed specifically for big data (videos, images, NFT media, gaming assets, AI datasets).
How It Works:
Separation principle: Heavy data stays off-chain, blockchain verifies ownership and integrity Erasure coding: Files split into pieces across nodes—data stays available even if nodes go offline Programmable storage: Smart contracts can interact with stored data, control access, integrate directly with on-chain logic
Why This Matters:
AI systems need unchangeable, available datasets Games need fast asset access without central servers NFTs need media that won't disappear when links break
Traditional blockchains can't handle this. Walrus can.
$WAL Token Utility:
Users pay to store data Storage providers earn rewards for reliability Penalties for failures = healthy, sustainable system Governance participation earns incentives
What Walrus Offers:
Trustless storage, censorship resistance, verifiable availability—what centralized systems cannot provide.
Campaign & Earning:
Participate as storage provider, earn through network reliability, stake for ecosystem rewards, engage in governance for long-term incentives.
Bottom Line:
Walrus isn't loud or flashy. It's building the foundation for a future where data is user-owned, application-trusted, and permanently available.
Most blockchains chase attention. Dusk is building infrastructure regulators can actually approve.
Since 2018, Dusk has focused on one thing: making blockchain usable for real finance. Not by fighting regulation, but by designing for it from day one.
In 2026, DuskTrade goes live — a fully regulated RWA platform built with NPEX, a licensed European exchange. Over €300M in tokenized securities are moving on-chain. This isn’t crypto theater. It’s real financial markets adopting blockchain.
At the protocol level, $DUSK EVM brings standard Solidity contracts to a Layer 1 built for privacy and compliance. No new tooling. No integration headaches.
And with Hedger, transactions stay confidential while remaining auditable when required. Institutions get privacy without legal risk.
While others optimize for speculation, Dusk is preparing for the moment regulation becomes unavoidable.
That’s why DUSK is quietly positioning itself where adoption actually happens.
Crypto talks a lot about privacy, but real finance needs something stricter: privacy that regulators can actually approve.
That’s the gap Dusk is filling.
Instead of hiding data completely, Dusk built privacy with accountability at the protocol level. Through Hedger, transactions stay confidential while remaining auditable, allowing institutions to protect sensitive information without stepping outside compliance.
This is critical for banks, exchanges, and asset issuers. Positions, balances, and counterparties can’t be public—but they can’t be opaque to regulators either. Most blockchains force a choice. Dusk doesn’t.
With DuskEVM launching on mainnet in January, developers can deploy standard Solidity contracts and still get compliant privacy by default. No new languages. No regulatory risk.
And it’s not theoretical. DuskTrade is bringing over €300M in regulated securities on-chain with a licensed European exchange.
While others chase future users, Dusk is building for institutions that already operate at scale.
That’s what makes $DUSK a bet on real-world adoption, not hype.
Walrus is building true user-owned decentralized storage on Sui blockchain.
What Makes It Different:
Erasure coding tech slices data for secure, efficient storage Privacy-first design, not an afterthought—your data, your rules $WAL token powers everything: governance, incentives, ecosystem growth
Multi-layer security with regular audits—trust through transparency
Why It Matters:
As DeFi and real-world assets grow, data control becomes power. Walrus gives users ownership, not platforms.
Ecosystem Growth:
Expanding based on real user needs, not hype Active partnerships enriching decentralized infrastructure Healthy, constructive community driving development
Strong Backing:
Clear roadmap, steady execution, sustainable tokenomics. This team balances vision with action.
Walrus isn't just storage—it's a better possibility for data freedom. Privacy-first, secure, user-owned. The kind of infrastructure Web3 actually needs.
Would you trust a ZK-based ID system over a traditional centralized KYC? 🔒
Delta_Sniper
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Solving the KYC Paradox: How $DUSK ’s 'Citadel' Protects Your Soul 🛡️
The biggest problem in crypto? KYC vs. Privacy. You either give up your ID to an exchange, or you remain anonymous and get blocked by regulators. Dusk Foundation's "Citadel" changes everything: It’s a decentralized identity protocol using Zero-Knowledge Proofs.
You can prove "I am over 18" or "I am a verified citizen" WITHOUT showing your passport or name to the dApp.
Self-Sovereign Identity: You own your data, not a centralized database that can be hacked.
This is the "Holy Grail" of Web3 identity. Digital privacy with legal accountability.
Solving the KYC Paradox: How $DUSK ’s 'Citadel' Protects Your Soul 🛡️
The biggest problem in crypto? KYC vs. Privacy. You either give up your ID to an exchange, or you remain anonymous and get blocked by regulators. Dusk Foundation's "Citadel" changes everything: It’s a decentralized identity protocol using Zero-Knowledge Proofs.
You can prove "I am over 18" or "I am a verified citizen" WITHOUT showing your passport or name to the dApp.
Self-Sovereign Identity: You own your data, not a centralized database that can be hacked.
This is the "Holy Grail" of Web3 identity. Digital privacy with legal accountability.
Which RWA are you most excited to see on-chain? Real Estate, Stocks, or Commodities? 🏠⭐
Delta_Sniper
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Bullish
The $16 Trillion Opportunity: Is Dusk the Ultimate RWA Layer? 💰
By 2030, the tokenization of Real World Assets (RWA) is projected to be a multi-trillion dollar market. But big banks can't use public chains like Ethereum for everything because of privacy laws (like GDPR).
$DUSK is the "Missing Link" because: Regulated DeFi: It allows for the creation of Security Tokens that automatically check if a buyer is KYC-verified.
Privacy for Whales: Large institutions can trade millions without "front-running" or leaking their strategy to the public.
Settlement Finality: Dusk provides the fast, permanent settlement that financial markets demand.
If you are betting on the RWA narrative, you cannot ignore the foundation Dusk is laying.
The $16 Trillion Opportunity: Is Dusk the Ultimate RWA Layer? 💰
By 2030, the tokenization of Real World Assets (RWA) is projected to be a multi-trillion dollar market. But big banks can't use public chains like Ethereum for everything because of privacy laws (like GDPR).
$DUSK is the "Missing Link" because: Regulated DeFi: It allows for the creation of Security Tokens that automatically check if a buyer is KYC-verified.
Privacy for Whales: Large institutions can trade millions without "front-running" or leaking their strategy to the public.
Settlement Finality: Dusk provides the fast, permanent settlement that financial markets demand.
If you are betting on the RWA narrative, you cannot ignore the foundation Dusk is laying.
Is ZK-WASM the future of all blockchain virtual machines? Let’s hear your technical take! 👇
Delta_Sniper
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Bullish
Beyond Basic Privacy: Why $DUSK 's Piecrust VM is a Technical Marvel 🏗️
While most privacy chains struggle with speed, Dusk Foundation has built something unique: Piecrust. It is the world’s first Zero-Knowledge friendly Virtual Machine (VM) based on WebAssembly (WASM).
What makes it unique?
ZKP-Optimized: Most VMs aren't built for Zero-Knowledge proofs, making them slow. Piecrust is built from the ground up for speed.
Confidentiality by Default: It allows for "Shielded Transactions" where the amount and asset type stay hidden even on a public ledger.
Compliance Ready: It’s the only chain that allows institutions to prove they are following laws without revealing their private trade data.
Dusk isn't just a privacy coin; it's a Compliance-as-Code infrastructure.
Beyond Basic Privacy: Why $DUSK 's Piecrust VM is a Technical Marvel 🏗️
While most privacy chains struggle with speed, Dusk Foundation has built something unique: Piecrust. It is the world’s first Zero-Knowledge friendly Virtual Machine (VM) based on WebAssembly (WASM).
What makes it unique?
ZKP-Optimized: Most VMs aren't built for Zero-Knowledge proofs, making them slow. Piecrust is built from the ground up for speed.
Confidentiality by Default: It allows for "Shielded Transactions" where the amount and asset type stay hidden even on a public ledger.
Compliance Ready: It’s the only chain that allows institutions to prove they are following laws without revealing their private trade data.
Dusk isn't just a privacy coin; it's a Compliance-as-Code infrastructure.
"On a scale of 1-10, how bullish are you on the Walrus Protocol's integration with the Sui Ecosystem? 🚀"
Delta_Sniper
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Bullish
The Future of Data is Here: Walrus Protocol 🦭
Is Walrus Protocol the missing piece of the Web3 puzzle? 🧩
By providing a robust and scalable storage layer for the Sui network, Walrus is making it possible to store everything from NFTs to full websites on-chain, cheaply and securely.
Fast ⚡
Secure 🔒
Scalable
Question for you: Which project do you think will dominate Web3 storage this year? Comment your favorite! 💬
Is Walrus Protocol the missing piece of the Web3 puzzle? 🧩
By providing a robust and scalable storage layer for the Sui network, Walrus is making it possible to store everything from NFTs to full websites on-chain, cheaply and securely.
Fast ⚡
Secure 🔒
Scalable
Question for you: Which project do you think will dominate Web3 storage this year? Comment your favorite! 💬