Ensuring cybersecurity in the development of digital assets.

In the context of the rapidly developing digital assets and digital economy, ensuring cybersecurity and data security is becoming increasingly crucial for protecting investors and maintaining market confidence.

Dr. Tran Quy, Director of the Vietnam Institute for Digital Economic Development, shared this at the conference.

This was the main point emphasized by experts at the workshop "The Digital Asset Era: Legal Framework and Cybersecurity 2026," jointly organized by the Vietnam Institute for Digital Economic Development, the Center for Creative Startups under the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Science and Technology, and several other units on February 8th.

One of the key topics of interest at the workshop was the implementation of new legal regulations related to digital assets starting in 2026, marking a significant shift in the management, protection, and development of the digital asset market in Vietnam, contributing to a more transparent and sustainable investment environment.

According to Mr. Tran Quy, Director of the Vietnam Institute for Digital Economy Development, the digital economy accounts for approximately 22% of global GDP, with Southeast Asian countries emerging as leading regions thanks to their ability to overcome the limitations of traditional financial infrastructure. It is projected that by the end of 2026, the size of Vietnam's digital economy could reach approximately US$50 billion.

A view of the conference.

In Vietnam, the legal framework for this sector is increasingly being perfected in a synchronized manner; among them, four major policy pillars can be mentioned: the Law on Digital Technology Industry, effective from January 1, 2026, which recognizes digital assets; the sandbox mechanism implemented under Decree 94/2025/ND-CP (regulating the controlled testing mechanism in the banking sector); the establishment of an International Finance Center in Ho Chi Minh City with preferential policies to attract resources; and increased transparency of financial and tax obligations.

According to Mr. Tran Quy, the biggest difficulty and challenge currently is the change in habits and mindset of market participants. Based on this, he recommends that businesses proactively utilize the sandbox mechanism to test business models and digital transformation linked to real assets (RWA); meanwhile, investors need to change their mindset, abandoning short-term speculation and moving towards long-term value investment. In particular, to promote the sustainable development of Vietnam's digital economy, there needs to be close and coordinated cooperation between the State, universities, investors, and businesses. In addition, he also proposed the initiative to establish the Vietnam On-chain Economy Association, aiming to connect the community and promote the transparent development of the market.

Experts shared their insights at the workshop.

According to experts, the ability to create digital assets is no longer limited to large corporations; individuals can now create digital assets from their real-world value, and traditional businesses and business models can digitize to participate in the digital economy. However, alongside these opportunities come increasing risks regarding cybersecurity and the security of digital assets.

Mr. Vo Do Thang, Director of ATHENA Center for Cybersecurity and Management Training, believes that the risk of losing digital assets may increase as digitalization activities intensify. Therefore, raising awareness and equipping individuals, businesses, and investors with basic knowledge of cybersecurity is an urgent requirement to mitigate risks and ensure the safety of transactions in the digital environment.

From a human resources perspective, Ms. Do Thi Hong Ha, Deputy Head of the Business Faculty at Hoa Sen University, believes that higher education institutions play a crucial role in preparing a workforce to meet the new demands of the market. Connecting training programs with practical applications and updating them with technological and digital finance trends will provide students with a more solid foundation when participating in the digital economy ecosystem. Accordingly, the university has implemented Fintech training as an official major instead of just a subject, focusing on pillars including artificial intelligence, blockchain, cybersecurity, and data. The training philosophy has also shifted from requiring students to "know how to do" to "doing responsibly" and complying with legal regulations.

Source: https://baotintuc.vn/kinh-te/bao-dam-an-ninh-mang-trong-phat-trien-tai-san-so-20260208164442001.htm