桑給巴爾和越南推出區塊鏈沙盒和戰略以成為區域中心

桑給巴爾為區塊鏈新創公司推出了沙盒，以刺激當地公司的創新並吸引鄰國的創新者。同時，越南政府啟動了一項國家區塊鏈戰略，目標有一個大膽的目標：成為亞洲的區塊鏈中心。

Zanzibar government launches blockchain sandbox

桑給巴爾政府推出區塊鏈沙箱

The Zanzibar government has announced the launch of a blockchain sandbox to support and accelerate the development of innovative blockchain solutions. This initiative aims to foster a vibrant ecosystem for emerging technologies within the island region.

桑給巴爾政府宣布推出區塊鏈沙箱，以支援並加速創新區塊鏈解決方案的開發。該舉措旨在為島嶼地區的新興技術培育一個充滿活力的生態系統。

Startups and innovators working on blockchain-based solutions are invited to participate in the sandbox, with a particular focus on addressing key challenges faced by Zanzibar, such as financial inclusion, certificate issuance, and identity verification.

致力於基於區塊鏈的解決方案的新創公司和創新者受邀參與沙盒，特別關註解決桑給巴爾面臨的關鍵挑戰，例如金融普惠、證書頒發和身份驗證。

“The primary objective is to create a conducive environment for the development of cutting-edge technologies, including blockchain, AI, and other emerging technologies. Innovators will have the opportunities to work on pilot projects, collaborate with experts, and receive mentorship from industry leaders, which is very critical,” said Said Seif Said, who heads the e-Government Authority of Zanzibar, as quoted by local media.

「主要目標是為尖端技術的發展創造有利的環境，包括區塊鏈、人工智慧和其他新興技術。當地媒體引述桑給巴爾電子政務管理局局長賽義德·賽義德(Said Seif Said) 的話說：「創新者將有機會參與試點計畫、與專家合作並接受行業領導者的指導，這一點非常重要。

This initiative aligns with the broader efforts by the Tanzanian government to promote blockchain adoption. Earlier this year, the government partnered with the African Blockchain Association to enhance citizen awareness regarding blockchain technology.

這項措施與坦尚尼亞政府促進區塊鏈採用的更廣泛努力一致。今年早些時候，政府與非洲區塊鏈協會合作，提高公民對區塊鏈技術的認識。

Sandboxes have become increasingly vital in facilitating the development and deployment of blockchain applications. They provide innovators with greater flexibility and regulatory clarity as they collaborate with authorities in developing and testing their products.

沙箱在促進區塊鏈應用程式的開發和部署方面變得越來越重要。當創新者與當局合作開發和測試其產品時，它們為創新者提供了更大的靈活性和監管清晰度。

Recently, the European Blockchain Sandbox Initiative welcomed its second cohort, comprising 41 watchdogs from 22 EU countries. In August, the Thai SEC launched its sandbox for the digital asset sector, while a month earlier, Hong Kong’s central bank welcomed Standard Chartered (NASDAQ: SCBFF), Animoca Brands, JD.com (NASDAQ: JD), and others into its sandbox.

最近，歐洲區塊鏈沙盒計畫迎來了第二批成員，其中包括來自 22 個歐盟國家的 41 名監管機構。 8 月，泰國SEC 啟動了數位資產領域的沙箱，而一個月前，香港央行歡迎渣打銀行（納斯達克股票代碼：SCBFF）、Animoca Brands、京東（納斯達克股票代碼：JD）等公司加入其沙箱。

Vietnam unveils national blockchain strategy

越南公佈國家區塊鏈戰略

In related news, Vietnam has emerged as a hotspot for digital assets over the past five years, consistently ranking among the top three countries in the Chainalysis Adoption Index since 2021. Several factors, including a high unbanked population, low faith in the national currency, and zero taxation, have contributed to this rapid adoption. Now, the government is aiming to channel this enthusiasm towards the underlying blockchain technology.

在相關新聞中，越南在過去五年中已成為數位資產的熱點，自2021 年以來一直位居Chainaanalysis 採用指數前三名的國家之列。貨幣信心不足等和零稅收，促成了這種快速採用。現在，政府的目標是將這種熱情引導到底層的區塊鏈技術上。

Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc has approved a new national strategy for blockchain technology, which aims to lay the groundwork for the widespread adoption of blockchain by 2025 and to establish Vietnam as a blockchain hub by 2030. This initiative will be spearheaded by the country’s Ministry of Information and Communications, particularly through the National Electronic Authentication Center (NEAC).

副總理Ho Duc Phoc 批准了一項新的區塊鏈技術國家戰略，旨在為2025 年廣泛採用區塊鏈奠定基礎，並在2030 年將越南建成區塊鏈中心。部牽頭資訊和通訊部門，特別是透過國家電子認證中心（NEAC）。

The strategy is built upon six key pillars, including the development of digital infrastructure, growth control mechanisms, and a sustainable digital economy. It also outlines some key action areas, such as providing legal clarity to the sector,培养 skilled developers, and investing in research and development.

該策略建立在六個關鍵支柱之上，包括數位基礎設施的發展、成長控制機制和可持續的數位經濟。它還概述了一些關鍵行動領域，例如為該行業提供法律明確性、培養熟練的開發人員以及投資研發。

Under the R&D pillar, the government will promote blockchain research in the three national innovation centers and establish ten more training facilities dedicated to the technology. Additionally, it will integrate blockchain into the curriculum of universities, colleges, and research institutions. Earlier this year, civil societies in Vietnam launched the Vietnam Academy of Blockchain and AI Innovation to spur the two transformative technologies.

在研發支柱下，政府將在三個國家創新中心促進區塊鏈研究，並建立十個專門針對該技術的培訓設施。此外，它將把區塊鏈納入大學、學院和研究機構的課程中。今年早些時候，越南民間社會成立了越南區塊鏈和人工智慧創新學院，以推動這兩項變革性技術的發展。

The strategy assigns specific actions to various government agencies and industry bodies, including NEAC and the Vietnam Blockchain Association (VBA).

該策略向各個政府機構和行業機構分配了具體行動，包括 NEAC 和越南區塊鏈協會（VBA）。

“This strategy will position Vietnam among the top countries in blockchain application and research in the region, ensuring that we master and utilize blockchain across all social and economic sectors, contributing to a stable and prosperous digital nation,” said To Thi Thu Huong, the director of the NEAC.

「這項策略將使越南躋身該地區區塊鏈應用和研究的頂尖國家之列，確保我們在所有社會和經濟領域掌握和利用區塊鏈，為穩定和繁榮的數位國家做出貢獻。」NEAC主任。

The VBA was the only private sector organization assigned a role in implementing the new strategy, which the association’s vice president, Phan Duc Trung, says is in recognition of its continued contributions to the sector.

VBA 是唯一一個被指定執行新策略的私營部門組織，該協會副主席 Phan Duc Trung 表示，這是對其對該行業持續貢獻的認可。

“VBA is aware of its responsibility towards this very young but potential industry. We are committed to actively and proactively performing the assigned tasks to promote community development in the direction of research, practical application, and maximizing the benefits of blockchain technology as shown in the national strategy.”

「VBA 意識到自己對這個非常年輕但潛力巨大的行業的責任。我們致力於積極主動地履行分配的任務，推動社區朝著研究、實際應用方向發展，使區塊鏈技術在國家戰略中發揮最大效益。

Establishing a legal framework for blockchain and digital assets will be just as critical to the success of the strategy. Despite leading ASEAN in digital assets, Vietnam still lacks a comprehensive framework for the sector, hindering the technology’s implementation by mainstream organizations and pushing local startups to set up operations abroad.

建立區塊鏈和數位資產的法律框架對於該策略的成功同樣至關重要。儘管越南在數位資產領域領先東盟，但該領域仍缺乏全面的框架，阻礙了主流組織的技術實施，並推動當地新創公司在海外開展業務。

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