Smart Payment Trends

Visa launches contactless payment system across Hanoi metro network

By Thanh Van March 24, 2026 | 10:54

Contactless payments are now available across Hanoi's metro network following a partnership between Visa and Hanoi Metro Company.

Visa and Trip launch global virtual travel card programme

By Thanh Van March 19, 2026 | 09:24

Visa and Trip.com entered into a new global agreement designed to make booking and paying for travel more seamless for consumers and partners worldwide on March 17.

VIB targets $444 million profit and completion of Basel III approach

By Thanh Van March 18, 2026 | 15:13

Vietnam International Commercial Joint Stock Bank has announced its full plan for the year.

VPBank leads sector with fastest brand value growth

By Thanh Van March 10, 2026 | 15:28

VPBank climbs 33 places in Brand Finance’s Global Banking 500 ranking, with brand value reaching $1 billion.

VIB Business Debit Card: zero cross-border fee on overseas transactions

By Thanh Van March 09, 2026 | 20:27

On March 9, Vietnam International Bank launched the VIB Business Debit Card.

VIB’s SmartDepo is the smart way to handle idle cash

By Thanh Van February 02, 2026 | 17:41

Vietnam International Bank is introducing a new approach to managing idle cash flows.

US fintech startup invests $5 million in Vietnam

By Thai An January 28, 2026 | 11:58

US fintech startup Tala has set up a legal entity in Vietnam and begun partnering with a local bank to offer lending services.

VIB puts customer experience at centre of long-term growth

By Thanh Van January 16, 2026 | 10:25

VIB is prioritising consistent customer experience across saving, spending, and borrowing as a core driver of sustainable growth.

Visa data highlights five key payment and travel trends in Vietnam for 2026

By Thanh Van January 14, 2026 | 10:42

Visa has released its outlook on the top five trends that will shape how Vietnamese people pay and travel in 2026.

Visa launches card-based trade payment platform

By Thanh Van January 08, 2026 | 09:14

Visa has rolled out a new card-based solution to facilitate trade payments between Vietnamese importers and South Korean suppliers.

Corporate Excellence Award affirms VIB’s leadership in sustainable retail banking

By Huyen Thuy December 30, 2025 | 16:03

VIB has been honoured with the Corporate Excellence Award 2025, recognising its long-term strategy, strong governance, and customer-centric retail model.