Vietnam Launches National Blockchain to Drive Secure Digital Infrastructure

Highlights:

• Vietnam launches national blockchain NDAChain with 49 public-private validators.
• NDAChain integrates with digital ID, traceability, and product authentication platforms.
• Rollout across national systems is expected by 2026 with high transaction capacity.

Vietnam launches a national blockchain NDAChain to revise the digital infrastructure and secure sensitive data systems. The platform, developed by the National Data Association, promises to build digital trust in institutional and corporate sectors.

According to the press release, the permissioned Layer 1 blockchain works under a proof-of-authority consensus. It consists of 49 validator nodes that are run by state agencies and leading businesses. These comprise the National Data Center, Zalo, Masan, Sovico, and SunGroup. In addition, real-time digital transactions are supported by the network, which offers speeds of 3,600 transactions per second.

NDAChain is the root verification backup layer of the National Data Center. It handles challenges of centralized data systems that include fraud, fabrication, and exposure to cyberattacks. Moreover, the system incorporates a decentralized trust model coupled with a centralized repository.

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NDAChain Supports Identity Verification and Product Traceability

To permit digital authentication, NDAChain is incorporated closely with national identity schemes. It runs NDA DID, a decentralized identity network. With the NDAKey app, citizens can ensure counterparties within a short duration of time during the transaction or digital agreements. According to Mr. Nguyen Huy, Head of Technology at the National Data Association, the role of NDAChain is critical to the live data and the digital economy of the country. He explained that blockchain would be used as a shield on a hybrid digital architecture.

NDATrace, the national product traceability system, is also facilitated by the platform. Every product is given a unique ID according to GS1 and EU standards. Consequently, this enhances Vietnamese firms’ global market access and consumer confidence.

Every validator node has a distributed set of ledgers, which makes transparent records and identity validation secure. Furthermore, the blockchain operates on zero-knowledge proof to improve privacy and safeguard data integrity. The design of the network represents a hybrid between government regulation and decentralized innovation, supporting a high level of control while maintaining transparency. This structure caters to crucial industries such as healthcare, education, logistics, e-government, and finance.

Nationwide Integration by 2026 with Sector Expansion Plans

In October 2024, Vietnam unveiled the national blockchain strategy. The National Data Center will be fully integrated into NDAChain by the year 2025. Furthermore, local government and university expansion are planned to be completed in 2026. After the release, the development will be shifted to Layer 2 applications to be used sector-specifically. These include legal tech, smart governance, and supply chain solutions. The next phase of growth will be boosted through workforce training and worldwide collaborations.

Startups and businesses can be developed on the NDAChain due to its open architecture. The possible use cases include digital identity wallets, anti-counterfeit solutions, and contract verification. In addition, NDAChain adds value to Vietnam’s digital economy by facilitating traceability, identit,y and data protection.

The initiative positions Vietnam alongside countries such as South Korea, China, and the European Union. While more than 50 nations have released national blockchain networks, Vietnam’s approach stands out for its public-private collaboration.

In June, the National Assembly of Vietnam passed a new Digital Technology Industry Law that regulates crypto assets. The law, which is scheduled to go into effect on January 1, 2026, provides clear regulations regarding digital assets. Moreover, it seeks to promote the development of blockchain and influence Vietnam’s emerging digital and tech-oriented economy.