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Zetrix to power Philippines blockchain

Analysis based on 7 articles · First reported Jul 07, 2026 · Last updated Jul 07, 2026

Sentiment
40
Attention
3
Articles
7
Market Impact
General
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Market Impact

The partnership positions Zetrix AI Berhad as a key blockchain infrastructure provider in ASEAN, potentially increasing its revenue from government contracts and expanding its user base. The deal may also boost confidence in blockchain adoption for sovereign applications, benefiting the broader blockchain industry.

Blockchain Government Services Technology
Event Summary

Zetrix AI Berhad, through its subsidiaries and joint ventures, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Philippines — Department of Information and Communications Technology of the Philippines to implement and operationalize the Philippines' public blockchain infrastructure based on the Zetrix Layer-1 protocol. The MOU was signed between Zetrix Philippines Inc., My Blockchain Infrastructure Sdn. Bhd. (a joint venture with MIMOS), and DICT Philippines. This makes Zetrix the foundational chain for a second sovereign-grade blockchain after Malaysia's MBI. Initial applications will focus on digital ID verification, cross-border interoperability with Malaysia's national digital ID, issuance and verification of government credentials, and trade facilitation. Zetrix AI Berhad already operates in the Philippines as a digital government service enabler, partnering with agencies such as the Philippines — Bureau of Internal Revenue, National Bureau of Investigation, Securities and Exchange Commission, Philippines — Philippine Ports Authority, and Philippines — Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources.

Key Actions
100 Zetrix AI Berhad signed MOU Philippines
90 Philippines — Department of Information and Communications Technology signed MOU Zetrix AI Berhad
80 Zetrix Philippines Inc. signed MOU Philippines — Department of Information and Communications Technology
70 My Blockchain Infrastructure Sdn. Bhd. signed MOU Philippines — Department of Information and Communications Technology
Entities Involved
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Zetrix AI Berhad
Zetrix AI Berhad is the developer of the Zetrix blockchain and the lead party in the MOU. This agreement expands its blockchain infrastructure to a second country, strengthening its position in ASEAN and potentially increasing its market value.
Importance 100.0 Sentiment 70.0
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Philippines
The Philippines government, through DICT, is adopting Zetrix as its public blockchain infrastructure. This move aims to enhance digital credential verification and cross-border interoperability, potentially improving government efficiency and citizen services.
Importance 80.0 Sentiment 50.0
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Philippines — Department of Information and Communications Technology
DICT Philippines is the signatory government agency responsible for implementing the blockchain infrastructure. The partnership aligns with its mandate to advance ICT and digital transformation.
Importance 70.0 Sentiment 50.0
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Zetrix Philippines Inc.
Zetrix Philippines Inc. is a subsidiary of Zetrix AI Berhad and a signatory to the MOU. It will likely play a key role in deploying and operating the blockchain infrastructure in the Philippines.
Importance 60.0 Sentiment 60.0
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My Blockchain Infrastructure Sdn. Bhd.
My Blockchain Infrastructure Sdn. Bhd. is a joint venture between Zetrix AI and MIMOS, and a signatory to the MOU. It brings experience from Malaysia's MBI to the Philippines project.
Importance 50.0 Sentiment 50.0
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MIMOS
MIMOS is Malaysia's national R&D agency and a joint venture partner in My Blockchain Infrastructure Sdn. Bhd. Its involvement lends technical credibility to the project.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment 40.0
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Malaysia
Malaysia is the home country of Zetrix AI and already operates a national blockchain (MBI) using Zetrix. The Philippines partnership may enhance regional cooperation and interoperability between the two countries.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 30.0
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Henry R. Aguda
Henry R. Aguda is the Secretary of DICT Philippines and a signatory to the MOU. His statement highlights the goal of making trust portable across systems and borders.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 30.0
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T. S. Wong
T. S. Wong is the Group Managing Director of Zetrix AI Berhad. He expressed gratitude for the Philippines' confidence and emphasized the vision of regional integration.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 30.0
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China
China is mentioned as the operator of the Xinghuo Blockchain Infrastructure, with which Zetrix has an international supernode connection. This provides Zetrix with access to a large user base but is not directly involved in the Philippines MOU.
Importance 20.0 Sentiment 20.0
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Datuk Mohd Jimmy Wong Abdullah
Datuk Mohd Jimmy Wong Abdullah is the Chairman of My Blockchain Infrastructure Sdn. Bhd. and was present at the MOU signing.
Importance 20.0 Sentiment 20.0
per
Ronald Allan M. Aquino
Ronald Allan M. Aquino is the Chairman of Zetrix Philippines Inc. and was present at the MOU signing.
Importance 20.0 Sentiment 20.0
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United States — United States Securities and Exchange Commission
The Securities and Exchange Commission is a partner agency of Zetrix AI in the Philippines, but not directly involved in the MOU.
Importance 10.0 Sentiment 10.0
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United States — Federal Bureau of Investigation
The National Bureau of Investigation is a partner agency of Zetrix AI in the Philippines, but not directly involved in the MOU.
Importance 10.0 Sentiment 10.0
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Philippines — Bureau of Internal Revenue
The Philippines — Bureau of Internal Revenue is a partner agency of Zetrix AI in the Philippines, but not directly involved in the MOU.
Importance 10.0 Sentiment 10.0
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Relationships
Philippines related ↔ Malaysia
Philippines related ↔ China
Malaysia related ↔ China
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