VPBank is emerging as one of the pioneering banks in Vietnam, confirming its development of infrastructure for both the gold and digital asset markets, demonstrating a long-term strategy to anticipate new financial trends amidst a gradually improving legal framework. At a meeting held on the afternoon of January 28th, Ms. Luu Thi Thao, Deputy General Director of VPBank, confirmed that the bank is one of the first five organizations selected by the Government to participate in a pilot program related to crypto assets. This is XEM a significant step, showcasing VPBank's Vai in the testing and implementation of new financial models in Vietnam.
According to bank leaders, since September 2025, VPBank has collaborated with domestic and international partners to establish a cryptocurrency exchange operating company called CAEX. The bank currently holds approximately 11% of the company's charter Capital , equivalent to nearly VND 2.75 billion. This Chia not only has financial significance but also demonstrates VPBank's strategic commitment to deeply participate in the blockchain and digital asset ecosystem, from infrastructure and operation to risk management.
Notably, VPBank stated that it has completed the construction of its core technology system, specialized security layers, and in-depth personnel training program on blockchain, crypto assets, and information security. This team is prepared to be ready to activate and operate as soon as the official legal framework is issued. In the context of many countries in the region accelerating the legalization and regulation of digital asset markets, VPBank's early preparation is considered by experts to be a significant advantage in terms of time and implementation capacity.
Alongside its digital asset segment, VPBank is also expanding its presence in the gold sector, a traditional investment channel that remains highly attractive in Vietnam. The bank is currently one of the few organizations licensed by the State Bank of Vietnam to produce gold bars and is in the process of completing the necessary paperwork to apply for a gold import and export license. According to VPBank representatives, if the national gold exchange reopens in the near future, the bank is confident it can play a pioneering Vai thanks to its pre-existing infrastructure, management experience, and compliance capabilities.
