What exactly is the vitality of blockchain derived from? Ultimately, it comes down to two words: decentralization. And what supports this decentralization are the community and nodes.

A vibrant community and a dense network of nodes—these two elements can make a chain last longer and be more stable. The community is not just about volume, and nodes are not just numbers—they jointly determine how much turbulence a chain can withstand.

The Dusk project is a bit different. From the very beginning, it has invested heavily in community and node development. Through incentives and support policies, it has gradually accumulated a solid base of supporters. These people are not just "traffic" attracted by short-term hype, but genuinely recognize the project's technical route and development philosophy. You can see them actively participating in testing, discussions, and promotion at various stages—not for quick gains with PUA tactics, but to provide solid feedback and ideas. This cohesion based on consensus is a significant plus for the project's long-term development.

What’s even more noteworthy is its node deployment. During the 2024 incentive testnet (ITN), Dusk attracted over 8,000 nodes. How impressive is this number? To compare with industry benchmarks—Solana has about 3,000 nodes, Cardano around 6,000, and Monero only about 2,600. As a Layer-1 project targeting institutional applications, being able to attract this level of node participation indicates that the project is indeed attractive. More nodes mean a more decentralized network, which naturally enhances security and resilience.