Bhutan is preparing to deploy and operate a validator on the Sei Network in the first quarter, marking another step in its broader digital transformation strategy. The initiative is being developed in collaboration with the Sei Development Foundation and Druk Holding and Investments, Bhutan’s sovereign wealth fund.
Running a validator will allow Bhutan to participate directly in securing the proof-of-stake network, validating transactions, and contributing to protocol governance. Officials at Druk Holding said the deployment aligns with longer-term efforts to build domestic capabilities in blockchain infrastructure and data-driven technologies.
Beyond validator operations, Bhutan and the Sei Development Foundation are exploring potential collaborations in areas such as tokenization, payments, and digital identity. The move builds on Bhutan’s existing blockchain activity, which includes Bitcoin mining operations and a self-sovereign identity system powered by Ethereum. Together, these initiatives position the country as an active government participant in blockchain adoption rather than a passive observer.
