Vietnamese startups

Startups urged to plan ahead for IPO success

May 03, 2025 | 20:47

As Vietnamese startups evolve, the conversation shifts towards choosing the right initial public offering strategy, balancing the advantages of each type with the crucial need for securing private investment to ensure successful execution.

Integral tech direction will help fundraising efforts

February 15, 2025 | 10:00

Justin Nguyen, general partner at Monk’s Hill Ventures, a venture capital firm investing in early-stage tech companies in Southeast Asia, shared with VIR’s Thanh Van his insight into fundraising activities in Vietnamese startups this year.

Tech startups raised $120 million in 2024

February 05, 2025 | 19:12

Vietnamese tech startups raised $120 million in funding in 2024, representing a 38 per cent on-year decline.

More startups wanted to aid innovation

December 14, 2024 | 10:00

Changing policies related to innovation startup funds is expected to diversify the capital market for the startup business community.

Startups adjust to a firmer footing

December 06, 2024 | 08:00

Vietnam’s startup ecosystem is garnering increasing attention from investors worldwide, but experts highlight the urgent need for more favourable policies to fully unlock its potentia

Japan’s deep-tech startups to make waves in Vietnam

August 22, 2024 | 08:54

Despite being in a fledgling state, more Vietnamese deep-tech startups are looking for Japanese funding and backing to scale up their operations.

Metropolis strives to instil confidence in new startups

July 11, 2024 | 10:10

Ho Chi Minh City is developing a capital exchange model to function like a marketplace, aiming to mobilise investment for early-stage startups.

Big-city startups make waves in funding rounds

October 25, 2023 | 22:00

Vietnamese startups, particularly in the largest cities, are witnessing significant international investments, reflecting the country’s rising prominence and commitment to innovation.

Startups ponder moves during fundraising scarcity

August 02, 2023 | 11:07

Difficulties are encircling many tech startups, with capital flows into the field congested and sharply decreasing over the past few months.

Startup leaders unfazed by hurdles

April 13, 2023 | 14:00

Startup founders are bullish about their growth prospects towards the latter half of 2023, with investors soothed by Vietnam’s growth trajectory.

Startups seek the knowledge to flourish

January 12, 2023 | 10:41

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 rising star attracting investment in startup ecosystem

December 19, 2022 | 14:07

Vietnam is a jewel in Southeast Asia in terms of attracting global investment into its startup ecosystem.

Keys to success for unique startups

November 25, 2022 | 12:06

As an innovation and startup hub in the region, Singapore continues to attract and nurture startups from Southeast Asia, with many startups managing to scale successfully out of Singapore.

Vietnamese startups rally support to go global

August 27, 2022 | 15:17

The chance to disrupt the market – paired with confidence, optimism, and financial reward among other reasons – has drawn both home-grown and international startup entrepreneurs to Vietnam.