Midnight Taps Blockdaemon, Shielded to Run Federated Nodes Ahead of March Mainnet

The Midnight Foundation has expanded its initial set of federated node operators to four, adding Blockdaemon and Shielded Technologies alongside existing partners Google Cloud and AlphaTON Capital, in preparation for its mainnet launch scheduled for the end of March 2026. Midnight employs a "rational privacy" approach using zero-knowledge systems and selective disclosure, which is crucial for regulated markets requiring auditability without exposing sensitive data. The initial federated model prioritizes operational stability and will transition to a more decentralized setup later in 2026. Blockdaemon brings institutional infrastructure expertise, Shielded Technologies is the core technology partner, Google Cloud offers security via Mandiant and Confidential Computing, and AlphaTON Capital provides distribution and TON ecosystem integration. This operator buildout signals a focus on institutional-grade reliability for the network's launch phase.

(Source：BeInCrypto)