In recent years, Fintech (Financial Technology) has become more than just a buzzword. As we move into 2025, Fintech is undergoing a profound transformation, emerging as a key driver reshaping the entire global financial ecosystem. Vietnam—an emerging market in digital transformation and digital economy—is steadily solidifying its position on the world Fintech map.
Top global fintech trends in 2025
According to the latest reports from CB Insights and the World Bank, the five most prominent global Fintech trends for 2025 include:
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Decentralized Finance (DeFi) continues to expand, attracting increasing interest from institutional players.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Big Data are being deeply integrated into credit scoring, risk management, and investment systems.
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Next-generation digital banks are taking significant market share from traditional banks.
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Real-time cross-border payments are booming, streamlining global commerce.
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Blockchain and digital assets are becoming mainstream, with adoption by governments and traditional financial institutions.
Vietnam quickly catching up in the fintech wave
Though Vietnam entered the Fintech race later than countries like Singapore or China, it is now demonstrating remarkable momentum:
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Over 200 Fintech companies are actively operating—a fourfold increase since 2016.
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E-wallets such as MoMo, ZaloPay, VNPay, etc., have millions of active users.
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The government is promoting a National Digital Finance Development Project, aiming for a comprehensive and modern financial market by 2030.
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The State Bank of Vietnam is piloting a sandbox framework to allow controlled innovation in Fintech solutions.
These are key stepping stones that help Vietnam establish its place in the global Fintech ecosystem.
Opportunities for investors and financial enterprises
1. Young population with high smartphone penetration
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Over 70% of the population uses the Internet.
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The rate of bank account and e-wallet adoption has surged post-COVID-19.
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The middle class is expanding, with growing demand for financial, investment, and savings services.
2. Evolving legal and regulatory environment
Vietnam is actively building a clear, transparent, and flexible legal framework to:
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Support Fintech startups via sandbox models for tech experiments.
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Regulate P2P lending, crowdfunding, digital banking, and crypto assets.
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Ensure information security and combat money laundering in digital transactions.
3. Emerging tech ecosystem
From payment infrastructure, cybersecurity, electronic identity (eKYC) to AI, Blockchain, and Cloud—foundational technologies are being heavily invested in across Vietnam. These investments are setting the stage for stable Fintech development and global connectivity.
MettiTech Group Holdings: A key enabler in Vietnam’s fintech landscape
Amidst Vietnam’s Fintech boom, MettiTech Group Holdings stands out as a pioneering private group linking technology, finance, and investment. Through its subsidiaries in Fintech and digital asset management, MettiTech plays a vital bridging role:
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Incubating Fintech startups with innovative solutions
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Advising on Fintech product development strategies
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Connecting international investors with high-potential Vietnamese Fintech projects
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Developing digital asset, blockchain, and asset tokenization solutions that align with both local and international legal frameworks
Vietnam – The new fintech destination of Southeast Asia?
From the perspective of global financial experts, Vietnam has all the makings of a new Fintech hub in Southeast Asia due to:
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Rapid digital transformation
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Agile and forward-looking policymaking
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A market with untapped growth potential
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The dynamic involvement of private corporations like MettiTech
Conclusion
The Fintech wave of 2025 is no longer the playground of just large economies—it opens up tremendous opportunities for emerging markets like Vietnam. With its market potential, open-minded policies, and a robustly evolving ecosystem, Vietnam is rapidly ascending the global Fintech map.
And as a bridge between technology, finance, and investment, MettiTech Group Holdings is proud to accompany businesses and investors in unlocking opportunities and driving breakthroughs in this new digital financial era.
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