venture capital

Pegasus Tech Ventures steps up Vietnam focus

February 05, 2026 | 17:25

Pegasus Tech Ventures is increasing its focus on Southeast Asia.

Navigating venture capital trends across the continent

February 02, 2026 | 14:00

Today’s global environment is marked by heightened uncertainty, driven by macroeconomic volatility, record-high US dollar and gold prices, escalating geopolitical tensions, and unpredictable trade policy signals.

NamiTech raises $4 million in funding

January 20, 2026 | 16:33

Vietnamese AI startup Nami Technology is attracting fresh funding amid the rapid acceleration of AI adoption globally.

Net Zero Challenge 2025 kicks off to support global climate tech solutions

July 15, 2025 | 15:20

Following the success of previous editions, Net Zero Challenge 2025, Vietnam’s largest climate innovation competition, launched its third edition on July 15.

Vietnam 2025 M&A outlook: trends, deals, and opportunities

March 21, 2025 | 08:54

Over the past decade, Vietnam’s mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market has stood out as a significant force in Southeast Asia.

Foreign investment expansion bodes well for country

February 28, 2025 | 10:40

Vietnam continues to accelerate its efforts to become a premier destination for venture capital and private equity investment. VIR’s Bich Ngoc spoke with Kristine Lauria, director of Operations at Vietnam Private Capital Agency, about the issue.

Antler closes $72 million fund to double-down on Southeast Asia startups

August 13, 2024 | 12:00

The early-stage venture capital firm Antler announced on August 13 the $72 million close of its second Southeast Asia fund, Antler SEA Fund II.

M&A Vietnam: Gearing up for a new era

March 30, 2024 | 10:30

The M&A market in Vietnam at present is so much different than decades ago. As foreign investors step into a new era, understanding the intricacies of the Vietnamese market becomes paramount.

Funding falls 65 per cent for Southeast Asian tech startups

December 15, 2023 | 16:46

The total funding into Southeast Asian tech startups dropped 65 per cent to $4.3 billion in 2023, compared with $12.4 billion in 2022.

Vietnam-Japan Startup Forum to enhance bilateral investment

October 15, 2023 | 08:00

The Vietnamese Embassy in Japan hosted the 'Vietnam-Japan Startup Forum' on October 14.

Antler Summit 2023: showcasing the top startups in ASEAN

May 19, 2023 | 18:48

Antler, a global early-stage VC firm, hosted its inaugural “Antler Summit” at Google's Asia-Pacific headquarters in Singapore on May 17.

Edtech startup VUIHOC bags $2 million in bridge funding ahead of Series A

September 08, 2022 | 16:03

VUIHOC has raised $2 million in a bridge round led by Ant Group-backed venture capital firm BAce Capital.

Venture capital into local startups reached record high of $1.4 billion

July 04, 2022 | 14:18

Vietnam's startup scene reached new heights. with a record number of $1.4 billion in venture capital invested into Vietnamese startups in 2021.

Navigating an alternative venture path in Vietnam

January 07, 2022 | 09:13

Vietnam has become the third biggest startup ecosystem in Southeast Asia, driven by a new founder generation with more serial entrepreneurial experiences.