vietnamese and japanese startups eye cooperation

Vietnamese and Japanese startups eye cooperation

Vietnamese and Japanese startups gathered on February 15 at the Vietnam-Japan Economic Forum to discuss the possibilities of further cooperation.
vietnam blockchain association changes personnel

Vietnam Blockchain Association changes personnel

At the first extraordinary meeting of the Executive Board of Vietnam Blockchain Association, it approved the cancellation of the membership of Huy Nguyen, Pham Minh Tri and Pham Toan Thang and dismissed all related positions and positions officials of Huy Nguyen and Pham Minh Tri.
vietnam an attractive spot for startups bloomberg

Vietnam an attractive spot for startups: Bloomberg

Bloomberg on February 14 published an article “Silicon Valley talent is helping grow Vietnam’s startup hub”, quoting founders’ opinion that an abundance of inexpensive engineers coupled with a fast-growing economy makes Vietnam an attractive spot for startups.
a good time to explore digital assets

A good time to explore digital assets

With 10 years of experience in connecting IT and blockchain startups with investors worldwide, Hadi Malaeb, co-founder and CEO of Agora Group, shared with VIR’s Duc Hanh his thoughts on promoting blockchain startup and digital asset space.
vietnam the place to innovate with tech

Vietnam: the place to innovate with tech

After building Asian fashion e-commerce group Zalora and serving as COO of Global Fashion Group, Magnus Grimeland founded early-stage investment firm Antler. After four years, it now has over $500 million in assets under management to help build startups worldwide. He talked to VIR’s Hong Nhung about his vision in Vietnam.
vietnamese startups raise 855 million in 2022

Vietnamese startups raise $855 million in 2022

Vietnamese startups secured $855 million in fresh funding in 2022, which is only one-third compared to the value in 2021, according to a recent report by Nextrans.
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.