#VietnamCryptoPolicy

Vietnam has marked a historic turning point for the cryptocurrency market with the enactment of the Digital Technology Industry Law. Effective January 1, 2026, this law constitutes the first comprehensive law entirely dedicated to the regulation of digital assets.

Approved by the National Assembly on June 14, 2025, the law introduces a two-tier classification that clearly distinguishes virtual assets from crypto assets. The former includes non-financial tokens, loyalty points, and digital goods from the gaming sector. The latter concerns assets based on cryptographic technologies and distributed ledgers, such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and even NFTs.

This distinction is fundamental, as it explicitly excludes financial securities, stablecoins pegged to fiat currencies, and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) from the scope of the law. Thus, businesses and investors can operate with more clarity and security within a defined context, thereby avoiding regulatory overlaps.