Thanh Nguyen

Founder

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam31 yrs 4 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Led groundbreaking research in blockchain security.
Safeguarded next-gen CPUs at Intel Corporation.
Investigated major cryptocurrency hacks globally.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a cybersecurity expert with a focus on blockchain and high-performance computing.

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Skills

Core Skills

SecurityBlockchain SecuritySecurity Research

Other Skills

Incident ResponseCryptographyVulnerability AssessmentSoftware DevelopmentPenetration TestingReverse EngineeringExploitationApplication SecurityMobile SecurityMalware AnalysisCloud ComputingDistributed SystemsTrusted ComputingSecurity Architecture DesignKernel

About

Thanh Nguyen, Founder of Verichains and GreenNode.AI, is a distinguished technical fellow with 30 years of experience in large-scale applications, security, high-performance computing, and micro-architecture. He also serves as Vice President of Technology at VNG and was formerly Lead CPU Security Architect at Intel Corporation, where he safeguarded next-generation CPUs including Intel Core i7, Atom micro-architecture, Larrabee GPGPU, vPro, and Intel Trusted Computing technologies. Since founding Verichains in 2017, Thanh has led groundbreaking research in blockchain security, notably TSSHOCK, which exposed critical key extraction vulnerabilities in MPC custody wallets, critical Zero-Knowledge Proof vulnerabilites affecting zkEVM, and the creation of the Revela MOVE Decompiler, which Aptos and SUI networks recognize as a game-changer for the ecosystem security. He has also played a key role in investigating and uncovering the root causes of some of the world's most infamous cryptocurrency hacks, including the Bybit $1.4B hack, the Binance Smart Chain Bridge and Ronin Bridge $600M hack. Thanh has spoken at global security events, served on review boards, and contributed to well-known publications, including Phrack Magazine, BlackHat, Hack In The Box, PacSec, DeepSec, Syscan, Qihoo360 World CTF, and Defcon AI Village.

Experience

31 yrs 4 mos

Total Experience

8 yrs 6 mos

Average Tenure

15 yrs 4 mos

Current Experience

Greennode

Founder

Dec 2023 – Dec 2025 · 2 yrs

GreenNode is one of the first NVIDIA CSP Partner in Southeast Asia, offers complete solutions from infrastructure to Generative AI as a Service to fulfill Enterprise AI needs.
GreenNode offers a comprehensive solution, from infrastructure to ML as a Service to meet Enterprise AI requirements. Utilizing thousand of NVIDIA's high-performance H100, L40S, A40 GPUs, we enable enterprises to tackle mainstream AI workloads effectively. Our top-tier Data Centers are located across SEA countries, such as Thailand and Vietnam.
Let us enhance your AI journey and drive your business forward!

Polaris infosec

Chairman of the Board

Jan 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 4 mos

Polaris cloud-based, and on-premise Web Application and API Protection (WAAP) solution utilizes advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to proactively detect and prevent cyber attacks targeting your business's web applications and APIs. Our robust, adaptable, and highly accurate solutions offer superior protection and greatly reduce the level of risk to your most critical assets - your website and data.
Polaris Infosec, a member of Verichains group, funded by Singtel Innov8 and NUS Enterprise, is a member of the CyLon and ICE71 cybersecurity networks.

Verichains

Executive Chairman

Jan 2017 – Present · 9 yrs 4 mos

Verichains is a global leader in security solutions, protecting both traditional finance and the decentralized world of DeFi and Web3. Since 2017, we have combined world-class expertise in cybersecurity, cryptography, and blockchain to deliver cutting-edge solutions to over 200 clients worldwide, including Binance, Bullish, Bybit, Galaxy Digital, Polygon, BNB Chain, Aptos, Sui, Kakao, Line Corp, the Abu Dhabi Blockchain Center, as well as leading banks and financial institutions.
We have been at the forefront of incident response for many of the largest global Web3 breaches in history, including the Bybit $1.4B hack, the Binance/BNB $600M exploit, and the $600M Ronin Network hack. With more than $200 billion in assets under protection and our flagship product BShield - Mobile App Protection securing over 100 million devices, Verichains is trusted by the world's top exchanges, financial institutions, and government agencies globally.
Our solutions range from SOC/managed security, penetration testing, red team operations to blockchain audits and advanced offerings such as asset custody solutions, mobile app security, API protection, and AI model security. Verichains is your trusted partner in safeguarding digital ecosystems and enabling secure innovation for the future of finance.

SecurityBlockchain SecurityIncident ResponseCryptographyVulnerability Assessment

Vng

Vice President

Jan 2011 – Present · 15 yrs 4 mos · Vietnam · On-site

VNG is a leading internet company in Vietnam that provides a wide range of services, such as online games, Zalo messaging platforms, fintech, and cloud services. With a user base of more than 100 million, VNG continues to expand its global presence through innovation and cutting-edge product offerings.

Intel corporation

CPU Security Architect

Jan 2005 – Jan 2011 · 6 yrs · Intel ASDG / Intel Security Center of Excellence / Oregon, USA

Security design and evaluation of core Intel products including CPU (Ivybridge, Haswell), Chipset (Eaglelake, Ibex Peak), Firmware (AMT/ME, UEFI) and GPU (Larrabee, Gen 6 iGPU)
Lead security architecture, design & evaluation of Atom CPU architecture (Silvermont, Goldmont) and SoC platforms (Moorefield, Bay Trail)

Network security solutions

Principal Security Consultant

Jan 2003 – Jan 2005 · 2 yrs

Lead security research and service across South and Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Hong Kong, and EU/US. Notable clients include Fortune 500 companies, ING, Saudi Telecom (STC), and many others.