Vietnam Launches NDAChain Government-Backed Blockchain to Process 1,200-3,600 TPS by 2026

Vietnam has launched NDAChain, a government-backed blockchain platform designed to secure digital infrastructure and advance its digital transformation agenda. Developed by the National Data Association (NDA) and operated by the Data Innovation and Exploitation Center under the Ministry of Public Security, the platform functions as a decentralized verification layer for critical sectors including e-government, finance, healthcare, logistics, and education. By integrating a hybrid model that combines centralized data centers with blockchain technology, NDAChain aims to reduce system load, enhance data security, and protect digital sovereignty [1]. The platform’s architecture processes 1,200 to 3,600 transactions per second using a Proof-of-Authority protocol enhanced by Zero-Knowledge Proofs, ensuring tamper-proof data, real-time access, and cross-sector interoperability while maintaining privacy protections [2].

The initiative, set to achieve its goals by 2026, marks a significant step in Vietnam’s national development plan to modernize digital services and strengthen cybersecurity. Nguyen Huy, Head of Technology at the NDA, emphasized that NDAChain serves as a “protective layer for the nation’s live data, critical to our digital society and economy,” streamlining operations and minimizing vulnerabilities by authenticating data before it reaches the National Data Center [2]. The platform operates on a network of 49 validator nodes managed by public agencies and major corporations such as Masan, VNG, SunGroup, VNVC, and MISA. These nodes ensure compliance with international standards, including W3C Decentralized Identifiers (DID) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), fostering innovation while maintaining regulatory oversight [3].

Analysts highlight that NDAChain aligns with Vietnam’s broader strategy to address challenges in data fragmentation and trust within digital ecosystems. Its deployment underscores a shift toward localized digital transformation, prioritizing public-private collaboration and adherence to global standards. Unlike open financial speculation platforms, NDAChain lacks native tokens and functions as a closed, state-controlled infrastructure, limiting direct impacts on global crypto markets [4]. This approach mirrors systems like China’s Blockchain Service Network (BSN), which similarly focus on governmental e-infrastructure without triggering open market shifts [3]. While no immediate benchmarks for adoption rates or economic impact are provided, the platform’s emphasis on scalability and privacy positions it as a potential model for national digital transformation efforts [5].

The initiative’s hybrid model distinguishes it through its integration of centralized and decentralized technologies, enabling cross-sector interoperability and data security. By leveraging a permissioned blockchain infrastructure managed by the government, NDAChain reinforces local governance over digital systems, ensuring transparency and regulatory compliance within state mechanisms [4]. This closed system contrasts with public blockchain ecosystems, which often prioritize decentralization and open participation. Analysts note that NDAChain’s focus on localized governance and compliance aligns with Vietnam’s broader digital strategy, potentially reshaping financial, social, and political segments while sparing global markets from direct ripple effects [4].

Vietnam’s rollout of NDAChain reflects a strategic commitment to digital sovereignty and secure data management. The platform’s design and operations highlight a balance between innovation and regulatory control, positioning Vietnam as a key player in the global blockchain landscape. As the country advances its 2026 digital infrastructure goals, NDAChain’s success could influence future national blockchain initiatives worldwide [5].

Sources:

[1] [Vietnam Launches NDAChain the National Blockchain Platform](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/vietnam-launches-ndachain-the-national-blockchain-platform-to-accelerate-digital-data-infrastructure-by-2026-302513864.html)

[2] [Vietnam Unveils National Blockchain for ID and Records](https://www.coinspeaker.com/vietnam-blockchain-digital-id-records/)

[3] [Vietnam Launches NDAChain State-Backed Blockchain](https://www.ainvest.com/news/vietnam-launches-ndachain-state-backed-blockchain-49-validators-knowledge-tech-boosts-digital-trade-security-2507/)

[4] [Vietnam Launches NDAChain to Support National Digital Systems](https://www.bitget.com/news/detail/12560604881619)

[5] [Vietnam Launches NDAChain as National Blockchain](https://cryptobriefing.com/vietnam-national-blockchain-ndachain/)