Vietnam

Vietnam’s Vingroup to divest stakes in AI firms – report

Vietnam’s largest private conglomerate Vingroup is said to be working towards selling its stakes in AI firms VinBrain and VinAI to global tech companies, Singapore-based media The Business Times reported on Wednesday, quoting three sources.

[Discover Vietnam Tech] More Vietnamese startups to expand beyond domestic market, Ascend Vietnam Ventures observes

In the interview, Binh Tran also shared his views and suggestions on how to improve the tech ecosystem in Vietnam and AVV’s fundraising plan, among others.

MICROIP, HUFLIT ink partnership to promote semiconductor and AI development

Taiwan-based technology company MICROIP Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City University of Foreign Languages and Information Technology (HUFLIT) have officially signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to embark on extensive cooperation in the fields of integrated circuit (IC) design and artificial intelligence (AI).

Singapore’s fintech firm Surfin raises $12.5M from Insignia Ventures Partners

This funding comes as Surfin serves 60 million lives across eight countries in three continents, with roughly $2.7 billion in cumulative transactions.

[Discover Vietnam Tech] Large population, rapid economic growth, stable government are reasons why Quest Ventures sees Vietnam as key market

Discover Vietnam Tech is a new series where we dive deep into the vibrant and rapidly growing tech and innovation ecosystem of Vietnam. In this collection of interviews and editorials, we will spotlight key players—entrepreneurs, innovators, and thought leaders—who are driving the country’s emergence as a global tech hub.

Viettel Vietnam extends Ericsson partnership through major 5G network award

Vietnamese telecommunications, industrial and technology enterprise Viettel has strengthened its long-term partnership with Ericsson through the award of the majority of its nationwide 5G Radio Access Network (RAN) deployment.

ai generated, dna, genetic

[Discover Vietnam Tech] Genetica and LIFE AI’s Dr. Tuan Cao on AI, talent, and global competitiveness

Technology plays a pivotal role in addressing key social issues in Vietnam. In #Healthcare, tools like #Genetic decoding help doctors deliver personalized treatments and prioritize high-risk patients, while also aiding in nutrition and disease prevention. In #Education, digital platforms can bring quality learning to rural areas, leveling the playing field…

a white surfboard sitting on top of a metal pole

Vietnam says SpaceX’s Starlink plans $1.5B investment – report

Vietnam’s government said last year that SpaceX was interested in providing the country with its low-Earth orbit satellite service.

Vietnam’s VinFast’s Q2 gross loss widens on impairment charge

During the quarter, VinFast delivered 13,172 vehicles, a 44 percent increase compared to the previous quarter and a 43 percent increase year-over-year.

Mox Capital announces strategic support for rapid-scaling startups across Vietnam and Southeast Asia

Mox Capital, venture capital firm based in the United States, has announced its strategic support for a vast array and variety of regional high-potential startups across Vietnam and Southeast Asia.