Vietnam could start official activity in its regulated crypto asset market as early as the third quarter of 2026.
Summary
- Vietnam could start regulated crypto market activity in Q3, moving demand toward licensed domestic platforms.
- Five firms passed initial screening, including bank affiliates, VIX Securities and Sun Group, Reuters reported.
- Chainalysis ranked Vietnam fourth globally in crypto adoption, reflecting strong retail and institutional activity nationwide demand.
Deputy Minister of Finance Nguyen Duc Chi gave the update at the Digital Trust in Finance 2026 forum in Hanoi on May 12.
Chi said “as early as the third quarter” Vietnam could witness…
