Vietnam Steps Into the Global Spotlight
Hanoi just hosted one of the most powerful blockchain weeks of the year. GM Vietnam 2025 – Southeast Asia’s premier event for blockchain, digital assets, and investment technology – took over the National Convention Center on August 1–2, attracting 20,000+ attendees from around the world.
Co-hosted by Kyros Ventures & SSI Digital (SSID) and officially patronized by the National Cybersecurity Association (NCA), the event marked a strategic turning point in Vietnam’s rise as a digital economy powerhouse.
Backed by the newly ratified National Blockchain Strategy and Digital Technology Industry Law, Vietnam is accelerating toward a future defined by digital leadership. GM Vietnam 2025 arrived at a pivotal moment – not just another Web3 conference, but a statement of the country’s ambition to lead Southeast Asia’s digital transformation.
The event was made possible thanks to the support of 37 sponsors, including Sui, BingX, MEXC, Aptos, Gate, TRON, Holdstation, Tether, ATX, Polkadot, Meta Earth, U2U Network, Manta, CoinEx, BITGP, AID, HTX, UniLive, HyperX, Solar Chain, Goldsun Media, NEO, Scallop, BTSE, Bitunix, D’CENT, Coinsilium, io.net, HashKey Exchange, Momentum, HiBT, Bullbit, Sogni, Tezos, TopCV, NewBit, and Humanity Protocol.
Rather than simply showcasing industry trends, the event became a crossroads for regulations, capital investment, and the latest innovations, where blockchain was positioned not just as technology, but as infrastructure for the modern digital economy.
A Powerhouse Lineup
GM Vietnam 2025 assembled a formidable roster of talent:
- 130+ speakers from leading financial institutions, startups, and government agencies.
- 200+ founders, engineers, and advisors from Southeast Asia, the U.S., UAE, South Korea, and beyond.
- Visionary leaders such as Mr. Nguyen Duy Hung (Chairman, SSI), Mr. Truong Gia Binh (Chairman, FPT), and Mr. Thuat Nguyen (Founder & CEO, Kyros Ventures).
International heavyweights included: Ms. Quynh Le, Head of APAC Growth at Tether, the world’s largest stablecoin issuer; Ms. Virginie Barbot, Southeast Asia Managing Director at Nasdaq Financial Technology, a core infrastructure provider for major global capital markets.
On the policy front, the event welcomed: Mr. Nguyen Huy Dung – Vice President, National Cybersecurity Association (NCA); Pham Tien Dung – Deputy Governor, State Bank of Vietnam & Vice President, NCA; Lieutenant General Nguyen Minh Chinh – Standing Vice President, NCA.
- 250+ media outlets, both local and international.
A Call to Vietnam’s Next Digital Generation
In his opening remarks, Mr. Nguyen Duy Hung, Chairman of SSI, spoke on Vietnam’s economic journey from a centrally planned system to a dynamic market economy – urging a new generation of digital entrepreneurs to drive the nation’s next chapter through technology and global ambition.
Mr. Thuat Nguyen, Founder & CEO of Kyros Ventures, declared Vietnam has the right timing, talent, and terrain to become Southeast Asia’s next tech hub. GM Vietnam is where local builders go global.
Mr. Mai Huy Tuan, CEO of SSID, emphasized the role of innovation in attracting long-term capital, driving real-world adoption, and accelerating commercialization.
Two Days that Moved the Industry
With 100+ panels across multiple stages, GM Vietnam 2025 delivered in-depth discussions on frontier topics – from DeFi, GameFi, RWA, and DePIN to AI and regulatory frameworks for digital assets. The event became a critical touchpoint for collaboration between developers, VCs, policymakers, and the everyday users of digital assets.
The exhibition floor featured 30+ booths from prominent Web3 protocols, infrastructure platforms, and blockchain ecosystems – offering interactive product demos and live engagement with project teams.
The event also hosted Vietnam’s largest blockchain hackathon (Aptos Hackathon) and the 300M+ VND Treasure Hunt, turning exploration and networking into a gamified, high-energy experience.
In a standout cultural moment, the Vietnamese Traditional Costume Parade, blending national heritage with modern tech and spotlighting Vietnam’s identity within the global Web3 narrative. Along with 150+ side events across Hanoi, GM Vietnam 2025 energized local industries in tourism, F&B, and hospitality sectors.
Vietnam is Leading Forward
GM Vietnam 2025 was more than an event, it was the culmination of a three-year mission to elevate Vietnam’s standing on the global blockchain map. As Mrs. Jenny Nguyen, COO of Kyros Ventures, noted:
“We’re not just hosting an event — we’re building a position for Vietnam on the global stage.”
With policy momentum, technological vision, and a rapidly growing community, Vietnam is no longer a follower in the digital era – it’s ready to lead it. And this is just the beginning!
To all the builders, believers, and pioneers who made GM Vietnam 2025 possible — thank you. Your energy, ideas, and presence are what fuel this movement. We can’t wait to continue this journey with you. See you at GM Vietnam 2026!
About GM Vietnam
GM Vietnam 2025 opens an exciting new chapter of Vietnam’s blockchain development in Hanoi, co-hosted by Kyros Ventures and SSID. This year’s event is also honored to receive the Official Patronage of the National Cybersecurity Association (NCA), Vietnam’s foremost authority on cybersecurity governance, policy advisory, and digital safety advocacy. With this fusion, we are creating Southeast Asia’s premier stage for Web3, a high-impact experience where builders, founders, and investors converge to shape the next era of decentralized technology.
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