Bhutan to deploy Sei validator as blockchain push widens

Bhutan plans to deploy and operate a Sei Network validator in the first quarter as part of its national digital transformation strategy.

The validator will be launched through a collaboration between the Sei Development Foundation and Druk Holding and Investments, the country’s sovereign wealth fund.

Phuntsho Namgay said the partnership strengthens Bhutan’s role in global blockchain innovation and opens new paths for data, science and financial technology.

Validators play a central role in proof-of-stake networks by securing transactions and participating in protocol governance.

Bhutan said it will continue exploring additional collaborations with Sei, including projects focused on payments and tokenisation.

“Our collaboration is a significant investment in national blockchain adoption,”

Eleanor Davies said.

Bhutan has expanded its blockchain footprint in recent years through initiatives such as a self-sovereign identity system built on Ethereum.

The country also operates a state-backed Bitcoin mining programme that has generated one of the largest sovereign BTC holdings globally.

Data from Bitbo estimates Bhutan holds more than 11,000 Bitcoin, valued at over $1 billion.

The validator move places Bhutan alongside governments and major corporations increasingly running blockchain infrastructure.

At the time of reporting, Sei price was $0.1077.