Conviction 2026 to focus on digital financial infrastructure, AI and blockchain development

The Vietnam Digital Asset Economy Forum, Conviction 2026, is scheduled to take place on Aug. 14-15 at the Thiskyhall Convention Center in Ho Chi Minh City under the theme “Connecting Vietnam to the Global Digital Asset Economy.”

The forum is expected to bring together regulators, financial institutions, technology companies, and international blockchain ecosystems to discuss blockchain technology, digital assets, and the development of digital financial infrastructure in Vietnam. The forum will also explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can complement emerging technologies to shape the future of the digital economy.

Organized under the direction of Ho Chi Minh City authorities, the event forms part of the city’s broader strategy to promote innovation, digital transformation, and the digital economy. According to organizers, the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) is expected to participate as a policy advisory and consultation partner.

Conviction 2026 comes as Vietnam continues to develop its legal and regulatory framework for digital technology and digital assets.

The Law on Digital Technology Industry 2025 officially took effect on Jan. 1, establishing what organizers describe as Vietnam’s first comprehensive legal framework for defining and regulating digital assets and blockchain-related activities.

In April, blockchain was also designated a national strategic technology under a decision issued by the Prime Minister. The government introduced a resolution last year on piloting a digital asset market in Vietnam. Alongside blockchain, Artificial Intelligence (AI) remains a core pillar of Vietnam’s national digital strategy. Conviction 2026 will also address the broader impact of AI developments and how tech ecosystems can effectively adopt these advancements.

According to organizers, the forum aims to examine how Vietnam can integrate blockchain technology and digital assets into existing financial systems while supporting innovation, transparency, and data security.

Vietnam has emerged as one of the world’s fastest-growing digital asset markets. Data from the Global Crypto Adoption Index 2025 by Chainalysis ranked Vietnam fourth globally in digital asset adoption, with an estimated 18–20% of the population owning digital assets.

Industry experts have said Vietnam may benefit from a “late-mover advantage” compared with established financial centers such as Singapore, Hong Kong, and Dubai, as the country has greater flexibility to build blockchain-related infrastructure and regulatory frameworks from the ground up.

Conviction 2025 attracted more than 26,000 registrations, including 5,000 in-person participants, alongside more than 150 speakers and 100 exhibitors, according to organizers.

The previous edition focused on proposed cryptocurrency regulations and practical blockchain applications while bringing together policymakers, technology firms, investors, and global blockchain ecosystem representatives.

Building on that foundation, Conviction 2026 is expected to expand discussions into broader topics including Vietnam’s roadmap toward becoming an international financial center, capital market development, real-world asset tokenization, digital asset regulations, stablecoins in cross-border payments, risk management, sandbox models for policy experimentation, and the practical applications of AI in modern technology and finance

Representatives of the Ho Chi Minh City Blockchain Association said the organization, together with the Ho Chi Minh City Electronics and Communications Association, will continue working with regulators, businesses, and technology communities to support the development of the city’s innovation ecosystem.

Organizers said the event is expected to contribute to Ho Chi Minh City’s efforts to position itself as a regional center for technology, innovation, and digital transformation in Southeast Asia.

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About Conviction

Conviction is a Vietnam-based technology and innovation forum focused on advancing discussions around blockchain, digital assets, fintech, and Artificial Intelligence (AI). The platform serves as a meeting point for government representatives, enterprises, developers, investors, startups, and global technology communities to explore policy, infrastructure, and real-world adoption of emerging technologies. Through conferences, industry dialogue, and ecosystem collaboration, Conviction aims to support Vietnam’s position as a growing hub for digital innovation and next-generation financial technologies in Southeast Asia.
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