SuperteamVN H1 2025 Impact

The Rise of a Regional Blockchain Powerhouse

Executive Summary

In the first half of 2025, SuperteamVN didn’t just grow, it catalyzed Vietnam’s emergence as a global Web3 powerhouse. With $600,000 in GDP generated, 42 projects submitted to Colosseum Breakout (the highest in SEA), and over $120,000 distributed in grants and bounties, SuperteamVN has fundamentally transformed Vietnam’s position in the global blockchain ecosystem.

This report chronicles an extraordinary six months where a community of builders didn’t just participate in the Web3 revolution—they led it.

The Numbers That Tell the Story

Financial Impact:

$600,000 H1 2025 GDP - Making SuperteamVN the 3rd superteam globally to join the $1M GDP club
$183,980 single-month record (April 2025) - The highest monthly GDP ever recorded
$120,000+ distributed through grants and bounty programs

Community Growth:

150+ events hosted across Hanoi, Da Nang, and Ho Chi Minh City
2,000+ total attendees across all H1 events
42 projects submitted to Colosseum Breakout hackathon (highest in SEA region)
100+ builders participated in Solana Summer Camp alone

Infrastructure Milestones:

Da Nang Blockchain Hub opened - Da Nang’s first dedicated Web3 building space
3-city presence established - Permanent operations in Hanoi, Da Nang, and HCMC
Weekly technical workshops launched across all three cities

The Catalyst Moment: New Leadership, New Vision

December 31, 2024 marked a turning point when Hieu (@0xk2_) became SuperteamVN lead, bringing a bold vision for 2025:

“Attract top-tier talent & institutional partners into the Solana ecosystem. Empower members to succeed—from founders accessing capital & acceleration to individuals finding clear pathways. Grow beyond Hanoi & HCMC by establishing a Web3 building & living hub in Da Nang.”

This wasn’t just leadership change, it was the beginning of Vietnam’s Web3 transformation.

Major Milestones: Building the Future

The Da Nang Revolution

March 1, 2025 - SuperteamVN partnered with NAPA Global to launch the Da Nang Blockchain Hub, the first dedicated Web3 space in central Vietnam. This 10th-floor workspace at 381 Tran Hung Dao became more than an office—it became the symbol of Vietnam’s Web3 ambitions.

The timing was strategic. As Vietnam government began developing its national blockchain strategy, Da Nang positioned itself as the country’s blockchain gateway and SuperteamVN was at the center of this transformation.

Infrastructure Partnerships

February 2025 - Strategic partnerships with DEPHY and Inferix GPU brought international DePIN projects to Vietnam, with SuperteamVN providing local expertise and community support.

March 2025 - Launch of SEA DePIN Pioneers program with mentorship from industry leaders, accelerating Vietnam’s position in decentralized infrastructure.

Institutional Recognition

The breakthrough moment came when Vikki Digital Bank, one of Vietnam’s rising fintech leaders, partnered with SuperteamVN for the Colosseum Breakout hackathon. This marked Vietnam’s first major financial institution actively building on Solana—a signal that “institutions are here” wasn’t just happening in the US, but in Vietnam too.

Project Spotlight: Vietnam’s Web3 Champions

Infrastructure Leaders

LazorKit (@chaukhac_ & @kay_x64)

Impact: Deployed in 30+ dApps, trusted by 85+ developers
Innovation: Seedless wallet infrastructure with biometric logins
Recognition: Presenting at Solana Summit 2025, secured major Solana Foundation grant

Wind Network (@vivekpal0x) - Personal Case Study

Grant: $7,000 Solana Foundation grant through SuperteamVN
Mission: P2P data indexing network making on-chain data affordable

Vertex (@minhbear_sol)

Innovation: Data indexing marketplace with billing system

Impact Wind and Vertex: Solving the $100M+ problem of expensive Solana data access

Gaming Revolution

Mad Squad Game (@MadSquadGame)

Achievement: 50,000+ users organically without marketing campaigns
Recognition: Selected for Ignition Season 3 accelerator program
Impact: Successful Web2 to GameFi transition

Mattle.fun (@mattlefun)

Innovation: Trade-to-play memecoin gaming
Launch: Official teaser released during H1 2025

DeFi Innovation

Gaian (@Gaian_hq)

Traction: 156,000 USDC in payment volume from 60+ unique wallets (May 2025)
Innovation: Stablecoin payments with local fiat payouts
Recognition: Winner of multiple hackathon competitions

LP Agent (@lpagent_io)

Performance: $49M trading volume, 132,000 positions, 63% win rate, $120K+ profit generated
Innovation: AI-powered LP farming automation

The SuperteamVN Playbook: How We Built a Movement

January: Foundation Setting

Jito Grid Hackathon launch with $10K prizes
Alliance DAO Sprint collaboration
8 Days of Fortune Tet celebration with ecosystem partners

February: Community Consolidation

The Purge - Strategic reduction to 61 focused members
HCMC Kickstart - First major in-person gathering
SuperGG Game Accelerator launch
20 events in 28 days across three cities

March: Infrastructure Expansion

Da Nang Blockchain Hub opening
DePIN Pioneers program launch
$1M GDP club achievement (3rd globally)
AI Sherpa appointment (Long from sqrDAO)

April: Global Recognition

Solana Summer Camp - 7 days, 100+ builders, 14 workshops
DevDay Da Nang representation
Road to Breakout pitch series
Record $183,980 monthly GDP

May: Startup Acceleration

Vietnam Startup Village launch
University hackathon partnerships
Institutional mixer preparations

June: Summit Success

Solana Summit APAC in Da Nang
1,000+ international attendees
Global Web3 spotlight on Vietnam

University Partnerships: Building the Next Generation

Swinburne University Collaboration

April 10-27, 2025 - Solana x Swinburne Real World Solutions Hackathon

Winners: MinePath RPG, Carbonio Project, VOID Collector, HuiFi App
Impact: Onboarded 50+ university students to Solana ecosystem
Innovation: From blockchain fundamentals to full dApp deployment

International University Engagement

Multiple workshops and hackathons across Vietnamese universities, creating the next generation of Web3 builders with strong academic foundations.

Community Voices: Success Stories from the Inside

Builder Testimonials

Vivek (Wind Network): “SuperteamVN didn’t just give us a grant—they gave us a community, mentorship, and global connections that transformed our project from idea to infrastructure.”

Chau (LazorKit): “The Secp256r1 working group through SuperteamVN connected us with global developers and led to our breakthrough in seedless wallet technology.”

Fay (Community Builder): “From Summer Camp to Startup Village, SuperteamVN created spaces where Vietnamese builders could think global while building local.”

The Ripple Effect: Vietnam’s Web3 Ecosystem Impact

Government Recognition

June 2025 - Vietnam announced its national blockchain strategy, aiming for regional leadership with focus on:

Legal frameworks for blockchain innovation
Infrastructure development and international cooperation
Software parks and data centers expansion

Da Nang Transformation

Post-Solana Summit, Da Nang emerged as a globally recognized tech hub:

$48M investment in new data center
Direct internet connections to Hong Kong and Singapore
International capital zone discussions for Web3 startups
Blockchain-friendly policies development with SuperteamVN input

Regional Leadership

Vietnam’s blockchain strategy positions the country as a regional leader, with SuperteamVN serving as the practical implementation arm of this national vision.

Innovation Highlights: Technical Breakthroughs

Secp256r1 Native Program

LazorKit’s breakthrough in Solana passkey technology, developed through SuperteamVN working groups, enables smart wallets without traditional private keys—a fundamental advancement in blockchain UX.

DePIN Infrastructure

Multiple Vietnamese teams building decentralized physical infrastructure, from GPU computing (Inferix) to WiFi networks (WayFi), positioning Vietnam at the forefront of the DePIN revolution.

AI Integration

Projects like Murphy AI and Magnus AI showcasing Vietnam’s capability to merge AI with blockchain, creating tools that accelerate ecosystem development.

Global Recognition: Vietnam on the World Stage

Colosseum Breakout Dominance

42 projects submitted from Vietnam—more than any other SEA country—with standout performances across all eight tracks:

Grand Champion contenders
Multiple track winners
$25,000 local prizes awarded
Global media attention

International Partnerships

MonkeDAO collaboration and talent scouting
Wormhole Vietnam expansion
Foundation Ventures involvement
Multiple international VCs visiting Vietnam

Media Coverage

SuperteamVN members featured by official Solana accounts, with projects gaining international recognition and funding opportunities.

Educational Impact: Building Technical Excellence

Weekly Technical Workshops

Secure private key management (Fystack)
Composable ECS for on-chain runtime (PlayUnderRealm)
Honeycomb Protocol deep dive
Real-world asset tokenization
AI agents on Solana (sqrDAO)

Research Publications

DePIN APAC market analysis (featured by official Solana account)
Developer journey guidelines
Real-world use cases research (1,300+ blockchain use cases analyzed)

Looking Forward: H2 2025 Strategic Vision

Infrastructure Expansion

Solana Economic Zone development in Da Nang
Multi-city presence strengthening
University partnership expansion

International Growth

Accelerator partnerships with Foundation Ventures and others
Global talent attraction to Vietnamese tech hubs
Cross-border collaboration facilitation

Technical Innovation

Advanced protocol development
AI-blockchain integration leadership
DePIN ecosystem expansion

The Measurement of Impact: Beyond Numbers

While the $600,000 GDP and 42 hackathon submissions tell one story, the real impact lies in transformation:

Ecosystem Transformation: Vietnam evolved from a peripheral Web3 market to a recognized global hub in six months.

Talent Development: 100+ builders gained international recognition, with multiple teams securing global accelerator spots.

Infrastructure Creation: Physical and digital infrastructure supporting sustainable Web3 growth.

Government Alignment: SuperteamVN’s success influencing national blockchain strategy and policy development.

Global Perception: International VCs, developers, and entrepreneurs now view Vietnam as a serious Web3 destination.

Lessons Learned: What Made Vietnam Different

Community-First Approach

Rather than chasing trends, SuperteamVN focused on building genuine relationships and sustainable growth. The “purge” to 61 focused members proved that quality over quantity drives real impact.

Local Context, Global Standards

Every initiative balanced Vietnamese cultural understanding with international best practices, creating authentic value for both local and global stakeholders.

Strategic Patience

Major wins like institutional partnerships and government recognition came through consistent relationship building, not quick campaigns.

Technical Excellence

Focus on real innovation rather than marketing-driven projects created lasting value and global recognition.

Conclusion: Vietnam’s Web3 Future Begins Now

H1 2025 wasn’t just successful for SuperteamVN—it was transformational for Vietnam’s entire Web3 ecosystem. From a community of passionate builders to a nationally recognized force for blockchain innovation, SuperteamVN proved that emerging markets can lead global technology adoption.

The numbers speak volumes: $600,000 GDP, 42 global hackathon submissions, 150+ events, and countless success stories. But the real achievement is intangible—Vietnam’s emergence as a Web3 powerhouse that the world now takes seriously.

As we look toward H2 2025, with Solana Economic Zones, expanded university partnerships, and growing international recognition, one thing is clear: Vietnam’s Web3 story isn’t just beginning—it’s already reshaping the global blockchain landscape.

The future of Web3 isn’t just being built on Solana—it’s being built in Vietnam, by Vietnamese developers, for global impact. And SuperteamVN is at the center of it all.

This report represents the collective achievements of SuperteamVN’s 61 dedicated members, 100+ participating builders, and the broader Vietnamese Web3 ecosystem. Together, we’re not just building projects—we’re building the future.

Data Sources: SuperteamVN internal metrics, official social media accounts, hackathon results, grant announcements, and community event documentation. Report compiled July 2025.