Key Features of Midnight
Midnight is designed as a Sidechain, meaning it can link to other networks (starting with Cardano) to provide a specialized layer for sensitive operations.
Data Protection: Unlike "Private" blockchains that are entirely hidden, Midnight is "Data Protective." It allows for selective disclosure—you choose what to keep private and what to make public for regulatory compliance.
Kachina: This is the specific privacy-preserving smart contract model used by Midnight. It ensures that state transitions on the blockchain don't leak metadata or transaction details.
Compact: A new programming language developed for Midnight. It is designed to make it easier for developers to write ZK-enabled smart contracts without needing a PhD in advanced mathematics.@MidnightNetwork
