ChainCatcher news, the Vietnamese government has released the "National Blockchain Strategy," which outlines the national strategy for the application and development of blockchain technology by 2025, with a vision for 2030. The goal of the Vietnamese government is to create 20 reputable blockchain brands in terms of platforms, products, and services on the regional blockchain technology platform; to maintain the operation of at least 3 blockchain testing centers or special zones in major cities, forming a national network; and to have representation among the top 10 blockchain training and research institutions in Asia.

ChainCatcher news, according to Cointelegraph, the police in Nghe An Province, Vietnam, which borders Laos and the Gulf of Tonkin, have dismantled a Lao scam gang related to fraudulent wire transfers. These scammers specialize in pig butchering and cryptocurrency investment scams. One of the scammers visited Laos in September 2023 and joined the scam gang. In February of this year, they began creating Facebook accounts to lure victims into emotional deception and investment fraud.One of the scammers posed as a woman and gained the trust of a man in Ho Chi Minh City. The victim was ultimately tricked into investing in "Biconomynft," a fake application that promised high returns. Over the course of several months, the scammers stole more than 17.6 billion Vietnamese dong (700,000 USD) from the victim. Initially, the scammers would win the victim's trust by releasing a portion of the investment funds as profits, but once the victim invested more money, the scammers would lock the account and freeze the funds.

ChainCatcher news, the Vietnamese government stated that SpaceX plans to invest $15 billion in the country.

ChainCatcher news, according to official sources, the stablecoin issuer Tether has announced a strategic partnership with the Vietnam Blockchain Association (VBA) to promote blockchain and digital asset education. This collaboration aims to raise awareness of blockchain technology among public stakeholders through a series of meetings and seminars, facilitating knowledge sharing and capacity building within the industry.The Vietnam Blockchain Association, headquartered in Ho Chi Minh City, serves as a hub for the standardization and promotion of blockchain technology in Vietnam. The association plays a significant role in promoting blockchain technology in Vietnam and advocates for blockchain education through nationwide educational activities.In 2023, Vietnam became the third largest country in the world for cryptocurrency appreciation, following the United States and the United Kingdom, with an appreciation amount of nearly $1.18 billion, making it one of five Asian markets among the top 10 countries for cryptocurrency appreciation.Vietnamese citizens use cryptocurrency to access banking services that were previously unavailable. Approximately 17% of the population owns or holds cryptocurrency, making Vietnam a center for cryptocurrency activity.

ChainCatcher news, Vietnam is becoming one of the new focal regions in the Web3 industry. ChainCatcher will collaborate with Huobi HTX to hold the "Web3 Future Night" event, creating a vibrant and hopeful envisioning activity for Web3 enthusiasts and practitioners in Vietnam.This event is sponsored by Huobi HTX, co-hosted by Amazon Web Services, LBANK, 4E Exchange, GoPlus Network, SOEX, BTC-BETA, and supported by Mango Network, Aperture Finance, GamerBoom, Network3, Astral, Legendary Humanity, and TonGifts, with special support from RootData. It will provide a top-notch leisure and social platform for Web3 enthusiasts and practitioners in Vietnam and the entire Asia-Pacific region, jointly building a vibrant and hopeful Web3 future.The event has also received strong support from many well-known projects and institutions, including CATCHERVC, BLOGTENAO, GFI, IoTeX, GEMX, KIP Protocol, DONG LAO Choi Coin, and MIND Network, which will send representatives to attend, building more collaborative bridges for blockchain projects and providing rich development opportunities, while further enhancing their respective brand influence and appeal.The party will be held on June 6 at Twilight Sky, 180 Ly Tu Trong, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. Everyone is welcome to mark the date and register to participate in this grand event.

ChainCatcher news, the Southeast Asian multifunctional online service platform Grab announced today that it will stop providing e-wallet services in Vietnam, a service that was launched in 2018 in partnership with local payment company Moca. Starting from July 1, this change will affect the Moca app and Grab's app in Vietnam. This collaboration included Moca providing payment intermediary services for all of Grab's operations in Vietnam. Users will receive refunds for their remaining balances. Additionally, Grab users can still make cashless payments using bank cards, ZaloPay accounts, and MoMo accounts.

ChainCatcher news, according to VnExpress, an official from the Ministry of Justice of Vietnam stated that cryptocurrency is not banned in Vietnam, but it is necessary to establish a legal framework to ensure its normal development and mitigate risks. The government has instructed the State Bank of Vietnam to study cryptocurrencies and virtual assets to prevent their use in money laundering, and has tasked the Ministry of Finance with developing a legal framework for it by May 2025.

ChainCatcher news, April 24, the Vietnam Blockchain Association (VBA) in collaboration with the ABAII Blockchain Technology and Artificial Intelligence Institute will hold a large forum titled "Blockchain & AI: The next Revolution." This forum has attracted participation from government agencies, television media, and numerous technology companies and individuals who share a passion for blockchain.It is reported that this is a series of activities to discuss, share, and answer questions related to blockchain and artificial intelligence. At the same time, it creates opportunities for multilateral connections between the nation, enterprises, organizations, and individuals, opening doors to employment for the youth of Vietnam.Time: Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PMLocation: Hanoi, 11 Le Hong Phong - International Conference CenterRegister now: https://forms.gle/X53YGUPSfyjnRVt16

ChainCatcher news, TokenFi announced a strategic partnership with XAMVN, the largest internet forum in Vietnam, where XAMVN will exclusively launch its native token through the TokenFi Launchpad.It is reported that XAMVN was established in 2017 and is one of the largest and most well-known websites in Vietnam, with over 300,000 monthly active members and more than 10 million visits per month. The TokenFi Launchpad is a platform that allows users to raise funds in a decentralized space, initially launching on major EVM networks, with plans to gradually expand to other major EVM-compatible blockchains.