Vietnam has said its first crypto asset service providers are expected to receive licenses and begin operations in 2026 as regulators build a supervision system around the country’s five year digital asset market pilot.
Summary
- Vietnam expects its first licensed crypto asset service providers to begin operations in 2026 under its five year pilot framework.
- Five companies have passed an initial assessment, but no final exchange license had been issued as of Aug. 30.
- Regulators are developing supervision rules focused on risk management, investor asset protection and anti money laundering controls.
- Vietnam is seeking regulatory experience from Austria and the EU as it…







