OKX Ventures and HashKey Invest in VPBank-Linked CAEX for Vietnam Crypto Exchange Pilot

Crypto platform CAEX, part of the Vietnam Prosperity Joint Stock Commercial Bank ecosystem, has received investment support from OKX Ventures and HashKey as it seeks entry into Vietnam’s regulated crypto exchange pilot program.

The investors will join VPBank Securities and LynkiD as shareholders. The funding aims to help CAEX meet Vietnam’s minimum charter capital requirement of 10 trillion dong (~$380 million) required for participation.

Vietnam Crypto Pilot Enforces Strict Entry Rules

Vietnam’s Ministry of Finance Vietnam and State Securities Commission of Vietnam are overseeing a five-year pilot program for crypto exchanges, allowing only up to five licensed operators. Licensing began on Jan. 20.

The framework caps foreign ownership at 49% and requires 65% institutional capital, significantly tightening entry requirements. Authorities have also indicated potential restrictions on unlicensed offshore exchanges once domestic platforms launch.

Investment Goals and Regulatory Collaboration

OKX confirmed it cannot disclose investment size or stakes but said the funding will help CAEX meet licensing requirements. The firm will collaborate on technical infrastructure, security systems, compliance, and risk management to meet regulatory standards. CAEX is in the final stage of raising capital, while VPBank remains a major private lender in Vietnam.

Vietnam ranks fourth globally in crypto adoption according to Chainalysis. However, rising scams have increased scrutiny. In March 2026, authorities detained suspects linked to ONUS, accused of fraud and token manipulation involving large investor losses.

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