Japanese investors see growing opportunities in Vietnam's startup ecosystem

Japanese investors see growing opportunities in Vietnam's startup ecosystem

Miki Takahiro, director of the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) in Ho Chi Minh City spoke with VIR's Thanh Van about the latest investment trends and startup opportunities.
Rize raises $31 million to accelerate sustainable rice farming in Vietnam and Southeast Asia

Rize raises $31 million to accelerate sustainable rice farming in Vietnam and Southeast Asia

On July 16, Rize, Southeast Asia's leading sustainable rice platform, announced the close of a $31 million Series B funding round, comprising $20 million in equity and $11 million in debt financing.
Every Half Coffee Roasters raises $8 million in Series A financing

Every Half Coffee Roasters raises $8 million in Series A financing

Every Half Coffee Roasters has announced the successful close of its $8 million Series A financing.
NamiTech raises $4 million in funding

NamiTech raises $4 million in funding

Vietnamese AI startup Nami Technology is attracting fresh funding amid the rapid acceleration of AI adoption globally.
Vietnamese teams shine at Startup Wars 2025

Vietnamese teams shine at Startup Wars 2025

Vietnamese students took on the role of VCs in Startup Wars 2025, Southeast Asia’s leading innovation and investment competition.
Galaxy Education bags $10 million from East Ventures and other investors

Galaxy Education bags $10 million from East Ventures and other investors

Galaxy Education has secured nearly $10 million in funding from East Ventures and other investors.
Coolmate wraps up $6 million Series B funding led by Vertex Ventures

Coolmate wraps up $6 million Series B funding led by Vertex Ventures

Coolmate announced on October 30 the completion of its Series B funding round, led by Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia & India.