fintech startups urged to think for long term

Fintech startups urged to think for long term

While tech businesses around the world struggle to raise funds, some fintech companies in Southeast Asia continue to receive large sums.
promoting potential in fit for purpose startup scene

Promoting potential in fit-for-purpose startup scene

Vietnam is expected to be on fire with emerging startups and innovative technologies as 2023 unfolds. Herston Elton Powers, managing partner of 1982 Ventures, discussed with VIR’s Luu Huong on how to build an appropriate setting for the tech ecosystem, and several trends that are more likely to catch on this year.
startups seek the knowledge to flourish

Startups seek the knowledge to flourish

With the venture capital market in 2022 deemed generally gloomy with total investment and number of deals falling globally, more work is to be carried out for new companies in Vietnam to survive.
vietnam has tools to latch onto startup movement

Vietnam has tools to latch onto startup movement

International venture capitalists are still optimistic on Vietnam’s startup scene amidst global headwinds. Vinnie Lauria, managing partner at Golden Gate Ventures, discussed with VIR’s Van Huong the future trends for venture capital funds and how the government could support startups.
vietnams green startups show growth

Vietnam's green startups show growth

Green startups show strong growth in the Vietnamese market as sustainable development projects draw the attention of several venture capitalist funds.
funding for climate tech startups in southeast asia hits record high in 2022

Funding for climate tech startups in Southeast Asia hits record high in 2022

Climate tech startups are creating a buzz in the Southeast Asia region thanks to a trend towards sustainable development.
blockchain startups widen scope to survive winter

Blockchain startups widen scope to survive winter

Despite an oddly quiet market, a number of Vietnamese blockchain projects are scrambling to remain attractive in foreign investors’ eyes by diversifying their offerings or seeking fresh funding arenas.
tech group lay off wave reaches vietnam

Tech group lay-off wave reaches Vietnam

Tech companies and startups in Vietnam may be affected by the wave of lay-offs that is spreading in several Southeast Asian countries such as Singapore, Indonesia, and China.
assisting startups to survive the tech winter

Assisting startups to survive the tech winter

Gaurav Arora, director and head of Startup Business, Amazon Web Services, Asia-Pacific and Japan gives his insights.
summit promotes innovative startup financiers in vietnam

Summit promotes innovative startup financiers in Vietnam

The Vietnam Venture Summit 2022, which took place on December 19, has connected policymakers, investment funds, startups, and experts to discuss current investment trends in Vietnam and beyond.
visa invites asia pacifics top startups to shape payment future

Visa invites Asia-Pacific’s top startups to shape payment future

Visa has announced an open call for startups across Asia-Pacific to apply for the Visa Accelerator Program 2023.
vietnam rising star attracting investment in startup ecosystem

Vietnam rising star attracting investment in startup ecosystem

Vietnam is a jewel in Southeast Asia in terms of attracting global investment into its startup ecosystem, according to participants at the Vietnam Venture Summit 2022.
south korea venture capital funds latch onto vietnam

South Korea venture capital funds latch onto Vietnam

More venture capital funds from South Korea are considering Vietnam as an appealing investment destination, with a plan to ramp up funding in homegrown startups.
opportunities explored for tech cooperation between vietnam and south korea

Opportunities explored for tech cooperation between Vietnam and South Korea

At 'Technological Investment Cooperation between Vietnam and South Korea' on November 29, speakers gave in-depth opinions on the legal context of blockchain in Vietnam and shared useful advice for startups and investors who are interested and intend to invest in Vietnam.
asean poised to become global tech and startup hub

ASEAN poised to become global tech and startup hub

As the pandemic forced millions to go online to shop, work, and socialise, Southeast Asia’s economy digitalised at a breathtaking speed. Along the way, innovative startups and disruptive tech firms boldly explored a new and competitive economic frontier for the region’s future.