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VIX Securities
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Công ty Cổ phần Chứng khoán VIX
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ibsc.vn
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Public
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2007
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VIX Securities (Công ty Cổ phần Chứng khoán VIX) is a Vietnamese non-banking financial institution that provides securities brokerage, investment advisory, securities depository, underwriting, enterprise financial consulting, and shareholder management services. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Hanoi, the firm is publicly listed on the Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange (HOSE) under the ticker VIX and operates with a 51–100 person team serving retail, professional, and corporate issuer clients across the HOSE, HNX, and UPCOM exchanges. The core technology platform is the proprietary XPower Trading Platform 4.0, delivered through web, desktop, and iOS/Android mobile clients, with differentiated features including conditional orders, social copy trading (Copytrade), and the XWealth AI investment assistant; DATX serves as the underlying digital asset technology infrastructure. The business model is multi-line: brokerage and trading commissions, advisory fees, securities depository and custody, underwriting and IPO support for corporate issuers, and shareholder management services for listed companies. The most strategically significant forward position is VIX's preliminary approval as one of only five entities licensed to operate a cryptocurrency exchange under Vietnam's five-year pilot program (Resolution 05/2025/NQ-CP, with Ministry of Finance preliminary approval March 27, 2026), targeting a Vietnamese crypto market with reported annual transaction volumes exceeding $200 billion.

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VIX Securities is a Vietnamese publicly listed securities firm (HOSE: VIX) that provides brokerage, investment advisory, securities depository, underwriting, and shareholder management to retail, professional, and corporate clients through its proprietary XPower 4.0 trading platform. It is one of five entities preliminary approved to operate a licensed crypto exchange under Vietnam's pilot program.

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HeadquartersHanoi, Vietnam
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Hanoi
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Asia
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Serves global market

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securities brokerage, investment advisory, equity trading, securities custody, corporate finance
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1Equity Capital Markets Advisory (Equity Issuance Strategy & Readiness)
CodeFSACAAAIPrimaryYes
2Spot Crypto Exchanges (Order-Book & Matching Engine)
CodeFSADAAAAPrimaryNo
3Copy Trading, Social Trading & Automated Trading Platforms
CodeFSADAAAKPrimaryNo
4Stock Borrow/Loan (Equities Securities Lending)
CodeFSACAFADPrimaryNo
NAICS code2 codes
  • Investment Banking and Securities Intermediation523150
  • Securities and Commodity Exchanges52321
SIC code2 codes
  • Security Brokers, Dealers & Flotation Companies6211
  • Security & Commodity Brokers, Dealers, Exchanges & Services6200
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1XPower
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Digital securities trading platform 4.0 offered by VIX Securities for web and mobile trading.

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VIX Securities (Công ty Cổ phần Chứng khoán VIX) is a Vietnamese securities firm offering brokerage, investment advisory, securities depository, securities underwriting, and corporate financial consulting. The company operates the proprietary XPower 4.0 digital trading platform and XWealth AI-powered investment platform serving retail and professional investors trading on HSX, HNX, and UPCOM exchanges. VIX is also preparing to operate a licensed cryptocurrency exchange as one of five entities preliminary-approved under Vietnam's regulated crypto pilot program.

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Quantifiable outcome1 value
  • One of five entities approved for Vietnam's $200B+ crypto market pilot program
Product overview1 text field

VIX Securities (Công ty CP Chứng khoán VIX) is a Vietnamese securities company offering a platform-plus-services model. Its core technology products include XPower (a comprehensive trading platform 4.0 with web, mobile, and desktop access), XWealth (AI-powered investment platform), and DATX (digital asset technology infrastructure). These platforms support trading across HSX, HNX, and UPCOM exchanges with advanced features like conditional orders and copytrading. Beyond technology products, VIX provides financial services including enterprise financial consulting, securities brokerage, investment advisory, securities depository, and shareholder management. The company is also preparing to enter the cryptocurrency exchange market under Vietnam's regulated pilot program, positioning itself among the five preliminary-approved entities for licensed crypto exchange operations.

Product and service9 records
1XPower Trading Platform
CategoryTrading Platform
Description

Comprehensive trading platform 4.0 offering real-time price boards, web trading, and mobile trading capabilities for Vietnamese stock markets including HSX (HOSE), HNX, and UPCOM.

2XWealth AI Trading
CategoryAI Investment Platform
Description

AI-powered investment platform that uses artificial intelligence to assist investors with wealth management and trading decisions.

3DATX Digital Asset Technology Platform
CategoryTechnology Infrastructure
Description

Digital asset technology platform serving as underlying infrastructure supporting VIX's digital securities and trading operations, with focus on speed and investor experience.

4Securities Brokerage (Môi giới chứng khoán)
CategoryBrokerage Service
Description

Brokerage service executing securities transactions on behalf of clients on Vietnamese exchanges, including handling of pre-offering procedures for issuers.

5Investment Advisory (Tư vấn đầu tư)
CategoryAdvisory Service
Description

Investment advisory service providing market analysis, recommendations, and situational analysis for individual and institutional investors.

6Securities Depository (Lưu ký chứng khoán)
CategoryCustody Service
Description

Custody and depository service for safekeeping, transfer, and ownership recording of client securities.

7Enterprise Financial Consulting (Tư vấn tài chính doanh nghiệp)
CategoryCorporate Advisory
Description

Corporate financial advisory service where VIX represents client interests, conducts transactions, and provides financial analysis to enterprises.

8Shareholder Management (Quản lý cổ đông)
CategoryCorporate Service
Description

Shareholder management service for corporate clients, including shareholder relations, corporate actions, and securities ownership administration.

9Analytical Reports (Báo cáo phân tích)
CategoryResearch Service
Description

Research and analytical reports including daily market newsletters, weekly trading strategies, technical analysis reports, focus reports, and corporate reports.

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Partnership3 partners
Strategic tierFlagshipTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2026-05-07
Description

While not a direct VIX partnership, Bithumb (South Korean crypto exchange) has signed MoU with SSI Digital for Vietnam crypto market entry. This competitive development positions VIX's independent crypto licensing efforts within the intensifying competition among five firms seeking Vietnam crypto exchange operations.

Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2026-03-27
Description

VIX Securities is among five entities preliminary-approved by the Ministry of Finance to operate licensed crypto exchanges. The partnership requires compliance with Circular 32 tax framework and enforcement mechanisms for the regulated pilot program.

3Vietnam State Securities Commission (SSC)
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2026-01-20
Description

VIX Securities is working with Vietnam's State Securities Commission to obtain one of five cryptocurrency exchange licenses under the country's five-year regulated pilot program. The partnership involves meeting strict regulatory requirements including VND 10 trillion charter capital and 65% institutional ownership.

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Peers10 records
TypeDirect peer
Description

Vietnam's largest securities brokerage by market cap, also applying for one of Vietnam's five preliminary crypto exchange licenses. Directly comparable full-service brokerage with proprietary digital platform and corporate finance business.

TypeRegional player
Description

Major South Korean crypto exchange that signed an MoU with SSI Digital to enter Vietnam's regulated crypto market. Represents the foreign strategic entrant that could compress VIX's potential share even if VIX secures a license.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Korean-backed Vietnamese securities firm with full-service brokerage and proprietary digital platform. Comparable product set and target customer base, with regional parent providing technology leverage similar to VIX's in-house build.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Technology-forward Vietnamese securities firm backed by FPT Group. Comparable digital-first positioning and retail brokerage focus, making it a useful parallel for VIX's tech-led strategy.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Mid-sized Vietnamese securities firm with strong institutional/corporate finance franchise. Comparable in ECM advisory, brokerage, and proprietary research capabilities.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Major Vietnamese retail-focused securities broker with strong digital trading platform. Comparable in business mix (brokerage, advisory, margin, proprietary tech) and customer base (Vietnamese retail investors).

TypeEmerging player
Description

Securities arm of LPBank, also among the five entities preliminary-approved for Vietnam's crypto license. Comparable emerging direct competitor with bank-affiliated capital and distribution.

TypeDirect peer
Description

One of Vietnam's longest-established securities firms offering brokerage, investment banking, custody, and asset management. Directly comparable on service breadth and institutional client base.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Securities affiliate of VPBank, one of the five preliminary-approved crypto license applicants. Leverages VPBank's large retail deposit base for cross-sell, comparable to TCBS.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Securities arm of Techcombank, one of Vietnam's largest private banks. Also preliminary-approved for the crypto license. Wider product portfolio and parent-bank distribution give it scale advantages over VIX.

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VIX Securities

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VIX Securities is a Vietnamese publicly listed securities firm (HOSE: VIX) that provides brokerage, investment advisory, securities depository, underwriting, and shareholder management to retail, professional, and corporate clients through its proprietary XPower 4.0 trading platform. It is one of five entities preliminary approved to operate a licensed crypto exchange under Vietnam's pilot program.

What VIX Securities does

VIX Securities (Công ty Cổ phần Chứng khoán VIX) is a Vietnamese non-banking financial institution that provides securities brokerage, investment advisory, securities depository, underwriting, enterprise financial consulting, and shareholder management services. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Hanoi, the firm is publicly listed on the Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange (HOSE) under the ticker VIX and operates with a 51–100 person team serving retail, professional, and corporate issuer clients across the HOSE, HNX, and UPCOM exchanges. The core technology platform is the proprietary XPower Trading Platform 4.0, delivered through web, desktop, and iOS/Android mobile clients, with differentiated features including conditional orders, social copy trading (Copytrade), and the XWealth AI investment assistant; DATX serves as the underlying digital asset technology infrastructure. The business model is multi-line: brokerage and trading commissions, advisory fees, securities depository and custody, underwriting and IPO support for corporate issuers, and shareholder management services for listed companies. The most strategically significant forward position is VIX's preliminary approval as one of only five entities licensed to operate a cryptocurrency exchange under Vietnam's five-year pilot program (Resolution 05/2025/NQ-CP, with Ministry of Finance preliminary approval March 27, 2026), targeting a Vietnamese crypto market with reported annual transaction volumes exceeding $200 billion.

VIX Securities firmographics

Firmographics
Name
VIX Securities
Legal name
Công ty Cổ phần Chứng khoán VIX
Website
https://ibsc.vn
Company type
Public
Founded year
2007
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
51–100 employees
Short description
VIX Securities is a Vietnamese publicly listed securities firm (HOSE: VIX) that provides brokerage, investment advisory, securities depository, underwriting, and shareholder management to retail, professional, and corporate clients through its proprietary XPower 4.0 trading platform. It is one of five entities preliminary approved to operate a licensed crypto exchange under Vietnam's pilot program.
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VIX Securities industry classification

Industry
Product category
Securities Brokerage
NAICS
Investment Banking and Securities Intermediation (523150), Securities and Commodity Exchanges (52321)
SIC
Security Brokers, Dealers & Flotation Companies (6211), Security & Commodity Brokers, Dealers, Exchanges & Services (6200)
akta.pro primary industry
Equity Capital Markets Advisory (Equity Issuance Strategy & Readiness) (FSACAAAI)
akta.pro secondary industries
Spot Crypto Exchanges (Order-Book & Matching Engine) (FSADAAAA), Copy Trading, Social Trading & Automated Trading Platforms (FSADAAAK), Stock Borrow/Loan (Equities Securities Lending) (FSACAFAD)

Keywords

  • Securities brokerage
  • Investment advisory
  • Equity trading
  • Securities custody
  • Corporate finance

Where VIX Securities is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Hanoi
HQ country
Vietnam
HQ region
Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

VIX Securities business model

Business model
GTM type
B2B and B2C
Offering type
Services
Cost components
Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

VIX Securities product offering

Product offering

Core offering

VIX Securities (Công ty Cổ phần Chứng khoán VIX) is a Vietnamese securities firm offering brokerage, investment advisory, securities depository, securities underwriting, and corporate financial consulting. The company operates the proprietary XPower 4.0 digital trading platform and XWealth AI-powered investment platform serving retail and professional investors trading on HSX, HNX, and UPCOM exchanges. VIX is also preparing to operate a licensed cryptocurrency exchange as one of five entities preliminary-approved under Vietnam's regulated crypto pilot program.

Product overview

VIX Securities (Công ty CP Chứng khoán VIX) is a Vietnamese securities company offering a platform-plus-services model. Its core technology products include XPower (a comprehensive trading platform 4.0 with web, mobile, and desktop access), XWealth (AI-powered investment platform), and DATX (digital asset technology infrastructure). These platforms support trading across HSX, HNX, and UPCOM exchanges with advanced features like conditional orders and copytrading. Beyond technology products, VIX provides financial services including enterprise financial consulting, securities brokerage, investment advisory, securities depository, and shareholder management. The company is also preparing to enter the cryptocurrency exchange market under Vietnam's regulated pilot program, positioning itself among the five preliminary-approved entities for licensed crypto exchange operations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

  • XPower: Digital securities trading platform 4.0 offered by VIX Securities for web and mobile trading.
  • XWealth
  • DATX

Products and services

  • XPower Trading Platform Comprehensive trading platform 4.0 offering real-time price boards, web trading, and mobile trading capabilities for Vietnamese stock markets including HSX (HOSE), HNX, and UPCOM.
  • XWealth AI Trading AI-powered investment platform that uses artificial intelligence to assist investors with wealth management and trading decisions.
  • DATX Digital Asset Technology Platform Digital asset technology platform serving as underlying infrastructure supporting VIX's digital securities and trading operations, with focus on speed and investor experience.
  • Securities Brokerage (Môi giới chứng khoán) Brokerage service executing securities transactions on behalf of clients on Vietnamese exchanges, including handling of pre-offering procedures for issuers.
  • Investment Advisory (Tư vấn đầu tư) Investment advisory service providing market analysis, recommendations, and situational analysis for individual and institutional investors.
  • Securities Depository (Lưu ký chứng khoán) Custody and depository service for safekeeping, transfer, and ownership recording of client securities.
  • Enterprise Financial Consulting (Tư vấn tài chính doanh nghiệp) Corporate financial advisory service where VIX represents client interests, conducts transactions, and provides financial analysis to enterprises.
  • Shareholder Management (Quản lý cổ đông) Shareholder management service for corporate clients, including shareholder relations, corporate actions, and securities ownership administration.
  • Analytical Reports (Báo cáo phân tích) Research and analytical reports including daily market newsletters, weekly trading strategies, technical analysis reports, focus reports, and corporate reports.

Quantifiable outcome

  • One of five entities approved for Vietnam's $200B+ crypto market pilot program

Companies that use VIX Securities

Customer profile

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

VIX Securities technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed Yes

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AI maturity

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Feature5 records

VIX Securities partnerships and signals

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Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

  • BithumbflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 May 2026While not a direct VIX partnership, Bithumb (South Korean crypto exchange) has signed MoU with SSI Digital for Vietnam crypto market entry. This competitive development positions VIX's independent crypto licensing efforts within the intensifying competition among five firms seeking Vietnam crypto exchange operations.
  • Vietnam Ministry of FinancecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 March 2026VIX Securities is among five entities preliminary-approved by the Ministry of Finance to operate licensed crypto exchanges. The partnership requires compliance with Circular 32 tax framework and enforcement mechanisms for the regulated pilot program.
  • Vietnam State Securities Commission (SSC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 January 2026VIX Securities is working with Vietnam's State Securities Commission to obtain one of five cryptocurrency exchange licenses under the country's five-year regulated pilot program. The partnership involves meeting strict regulatory requirements including VND 10 trillion charter capital and 65% institutional ownership.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

VIX Securities competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Direct peers

  • SSI Securities Corporation: Vietnam's largest securities brokerage by market cap, also applying for one of Vietnam's five preliminary crypto exchange licenses. Directly comparable full-service brokerage with proprietary digital platform and corporate finance business.
  • Mirae Asset Securities (Vietnam): Korean-backed Vietnamese securities firm with full-service brokerage and proprietary digital platform. Comparable product set and target customer base, with regional parent providing technology leverage similar to VIX's in-house build.
  • FPT Securities: Technology-forward Vietnamese securities firm backed by FPT Group. Comparable digital-first positioning and retail brokerage focus, making it a useful parallel for VIX's tech-led strategy.
  • Viet Capital Securities (VCSC): Mid-sized Vietnamese securities firm with strong institutional/corporate finance franchise. Comparable in ECM advisory, brokerage, and proprietary research capabilities.
  • VNDirect Securities: Major Vietnamese retail-focused securities broker with strong digital trading platform. Comparable in business mix (brokerage, advisory, margin, proprietary tech) and customer base (Vietnamese retail investors).
  • Ho Chi Minh Securities Corporation (HSC): One of Vietnam's longest-established securities firms offering brokerage, investment banking, custody, and asset management. Directly comparable on service breadth and institutional client base.

Regional players

  • Bithumb: Major South Korean crypto exchange that signed an MoU with SSI Digital to enter Vietnam's regulated crypto market. Represents the foreign strategic entrant that could compress VIX's potential share even if VIX secures a license.

Emerging players

  • LPBank Securities: Securities arm of LPBank, also among the five entities preliminary-approved for Vietnam's crypto license. Comparable emerging direct competitor with bank-affiliated capital and distribution.

Broad incumbents

  • VPBank Securities (VPBankS): Securities affiliate of VPBank, one of the five preliminary-approved crypto license applicants. Leverages VPBank's large retail deposit base for cross-sell, comparable to TCBS.
  • Techcombank Securities (TCBS): Securities arm of Techcombank, one of Vietnam's largest private banks. Also preliminary-approved for the crypto license. Wider product portfolio and parent-bank distribution give it scale advantages over VIX.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

VIX Securities compliance and trust

Trust signal

Compliance1 record

VIX Securities financial estimates

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VIX Securities leadership team

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VIX Securities funding detail

Funding detail

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Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

VIX Securities M&A and investment

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M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about VIX Securities

What does VIX Securities do?

VIX Securities (Công ty Cổ phần Chứng khoán VIX) is a Vietnamese securities firm offering brokerage, investment advisory, securities depository, securities underwriting, and corporate financial consulting. The company operates the proprietary XPower 4.0 digital trading platform and XWealth AI-powered investment platform serving retail and professional investors trading on HSX, HNX, and UPCOM exchanges. VIX is also preparing to operate a licensed cryptocurrency exchange as one of five entities preliminary-approved under Vietnam's regulated crypto pilot program.

Is VIX Securities a public or private company?

VIX Securities is a public company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.

When was VIX Securities founded?

VIX Securities was founded in 2007. It employs 51 to 100 people.

Where is VIX Securities based?

VIX Securities is headquartered in Hanoi, Vietnam, in the Asia region.

Who are VIX Securities's main competitors?

Direct peers on record are SSI Securities Corporation, Mirae Asset Securities (Vietnam), FPT Securities, Viet Capital Securities (VCSC), VNDirect Securities and Ho Chi Minh Securities Corporation (HSC). Bithumb is listed as a regional player. LPBank Securities is listed as an emerging player. Broad incumbents are VPBank Securities (VPBankS) and Techcombank Securities (TCBS).

Does VIX Securities have an API?

No public API is recorded for VIX Securities.

What industry is VIX Securities in?

VIX Securities's product category is Securities Brokerage. Its primary akta.pro industry code is FSACAAAI, Equity Capital Markets Advisory (Equity Issuance Strategy & Readiness), with a secondary code of FSADAAAA, Spot Crypto Exchanges (Order-Book & Matching Engine). Its NAICS code is 523150 and its SIC code is 6211.

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TradingViewVietnam eyes Q3 launch for regulated crypto asset market: ReportVietnam could see first official activity in its regulated crypto asset market as early as Q3 2026, Deputy Minister of Finance Nguyen Duc Chi announced at the Digital Trust in Finance 2026 forum. The move is part of Vietnam's broader digital economy strategy targeting at least 30% of GDP by 2030 and bringing one of Asia's most active crypto markets under formal supervision. In March, five Vietnamese companies, including affiliates of Techcombank, VPBank, and LPBank, alongside VIX Securities and Sun Group, had reportedly passed the initial qualification round in a race to launch the country's first regulated cryptocurrency exchange.Startup FortuneVietnam opens crypto exchange licensing under one of Asia's strictest pilot frameworksVietnam's State Securities Commission began accepting cryptocurrency exchange license applications on January 20, 2026, launching the operational phase of a five-year regulated pilot program that brings one of the world's fourth-largest crypto adoption markets out of a decade-long legal grey area. The framework requires a minimum paid-in capital of 10 trillion dong (approximately $380 million), caps foreign ownership at 49%, and explicitly excludes stablecoins and tokenized securities, with major domestic financial institutions including Techcombank, VPBank, SSI Securities, and VIX Securities preparing applications. The development signals Vietnam's move toward formalizing its crypto market within a deliberately restrictive structure designed for policy testing before any broader rollout, potentially positioning early participants for competitive advantage as the framework evolves over its five-year pilot window.The Business TimesVietnam sets low bar for crypto taxes to pull trading onshoreVietnam introduced Circular 32 on March 27, imposing a 0.1% flat tax on cryptocurrency transactions for individual investors and a 20% corporate income tax on crypto profits for domestic companies as part of a five-year pilot to formalize its digital asset market. The Ministry of Finance has preliminary-approved five entities linked to Techcombank, VPBank, LPBank, VIX Securities, and Sun Group to operate licensed crypto exchanges, with enforcement against offshore platform trading beginning six months after the first local license is granted. Vietnam's crypto market received approximately US$220 billion between July 2024 and June 2025, up 55% year-over-year, ranking third in Asia-Pacific.SQ MagazineVietnam’s Crypto Market Gets Green Light With Heavy Capital RulesVietnam launched its first official crypto exchange licensing program on January 20, 2026, requiring applicants to hold at least VND 10 trillion (approximately $380 million) in charter capital, with 65 percent coming from institutional investors, as part of a government-backed pilot program under the new Law on Digital Technology Industry. The State Securities Commission and Ministry of Finance will license only five exchanges during the five-year program, with major banks including MBBank, Techcombank, and VPBank, as well as securities firms SSI Securities and VIX Securities, preparing to enter the market. Vietnam ranks fourth globally and third in Asia-Pacific in crypto adoption, with annual transaction volumes surpassing $220 billion, and the high capital threshold is nearly 600 times greater than Hong Kong's crypto exchange capital rule.The Crypto TimesVietnam SSC Begins Accepting Crypto Trading License ApplicationsVietnam's State Securities Commission began accepting applications for cryptocurrency trading licenses on January 20 under new Ministry of Finance rules, establishing a regulated pilot program to replace the grey market. The framework mandates a minimum paid-in charter capital of VND 10,000 billion and requires at least 65% institutional ownership with over 35% from at least two institutional investors such as banks or securities firms. Major financial entities including SSI Securities, VIX Securities, MB, and Techcombank have been preparing for this transition since 2022, with SSI establishing digital partnerships with Tether, U2U Network, and Amazon Web Services.BlockonomiVietnam Begins Accepting Applications for Cryptocurrency Trading LicensesVietnam's State Securities Commission has officially started accepting applications for cryptocurrency trading licenses following new administrative procedures from the Ministry of Finance aligned with Resolution No. 05/2025/NQ-CP. Organizations seeking licenses must meet strict requirements including minimum paid-in capital of VND 10,000 billion (approximately $400 million), with at least 65% contributed by commercial banks, securities firms, and designated organizations. Major Vietnamese financial institutions including SSI Securities, VIX Securities, MB, Techcombank, and VPBank have announced readiness to launch cryptocurrency exchange services once licenses are granted, with several having already established partnerships and technological infrastructure.YahooVietnam Opens Crypto Exchange Licensing as Major Banks Prepare Market EntryVietnam began accepting applications for cryptocurrency exchange licenses on Jan. 20 under a new five-year pilot program, formally regulating a market that has operated in a legal gray area for years. The Ministry of Finance set a minimum capital requirement of VND 10 trillion ($380 million), with at least 65% from institutional shareholders and 35% from at least two institutional investors in banking, securities, fund management, insurance, or technology sectors. At least five major banks and investment firms including MBBank, SSI Securities, VIX Securities, Techcombank, and VPBank have announced plans to participate, with MBBank having already signed a technical cooperation agreement with South Korea's Upbit operator Dunamu.VietnamnewsCrypto market pilot first step towards global fintech integrationVietnam issued Resolution 05/2025/NQ-CP on September 9 launching a five-year pilot programme for crypto asset trading, establishing strict regulatory controls including a VNĐ10 trillion (US$379 million) charter capital requirement for service providers. The resolution positions Vietnam as a trailblazer in crypto regulation, with experts framing it as a transition from pure management to guided development, though concerns persist around worker shortages and restrictions limiting the pilot to foreign investors only. Several Vietnamese securities firms including SSI and VIX have already taken proactive steps to build crypto infrastructure in anticipation of the regulatory framework.