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Why a designer’s fashion startup didn’t make it: case study in inexperience

Driven by passion but lacking experience, Nguyen Ngoc Anh’s dream of starting a fashion business vanished along with nearly VND1 billion in capital.

From pandemic loss to global export: 9X revives family lantern craft

After losing everything during COVID-19, a young man returns home to build a lantern business with over $82,000 in annual revenue.

Lecturer’s startup sparked by seeing burning leaves in a pineapple field

Few people would imagine that the entrepreneurial journey of a university lecturer began with the image of pineapple leaves withering and burning in a field.

Vietnamese startups use AI to serve millions worldwide

With generative AI, firms like Gamota and Katalon are scaling globally, breaking language and time zone barriers.

Sidewalk coffee startups face harsh reality

Sidewalks on many Hanoi streets once buzzed with the takeaway coffee trend. But shortly after, harsh realities left many disillusioned.

Forbes names two Vietnamese startups among Asia’s top 100 to watch

The two startups were recognized for their technological innovation and rapid growth in Vietnam's startup ecosystem.

Most Vietnamese startups fail within five years

Only 10% of startups survive beyond five years, with just 3% thriving, as most struggle with capital and talent shortages.

Vietnam to have stock exchange dedicated for startups

For the first time, Vietnam will establish a state-funded venture capital fund and a dedicated stock exchange for startups, allowing entrepreneurial businesses to IPO domestically.

Vietnamese startup turns emissions into valuable materials

CO2L Tech was established by three Vietnamese-origin scientists in Canada, with the ambitious goal of converting carbon emissions into new resource streams.

Da Nang offers favourable policies to boost startups, innovation

With the ambition to become a leading startup and innovation hub in Vietnam and Southeast Asia by 2030, Da Nang has implemented a range of incentives and actively promoted investment in its innovation ecosystem.

Vietnamese AI startup raises $10M to bring free AI tools to millions

AI Hay, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered knowledge search and research platform, has officially announced the successful completion of its Series A funding round, raising USD 10 million.

Global Vietnam Business Startup 2025 winners announced

A project to produce insulation material from straw, which offers a green alternative to natural wood, by the Straw Wood team won the first prize of the Global Vietnam Business (GVB) Startup 2025 whose awarding ceremony was held in London on June 15.

Da Nang rockets 130 places in global startup ecosystem rankings

The city is also among the world’s 12 standout startup ecosystems featured at StartupBlink’s 2025 online workshop, earning its recognition as one of the planet’s “hottest” startup destinations.

HCM City among top 5 leading innovative startup ecosystems in Southeast Asia

According to a report released by StartupBlink, the southern city has advanced in the global rankings for four consecutive years, particularly in the Fintech sector, which has experienced rapid growth.

Student becomes CEO in fourth year, shares startup vision with Prime Minister

Driven by the desire to become a pioneering company in applying brainwave technology to safety solutions, Tran Van Luc decided to embark on his entrepreneurial journey, becoming a CEO during his fourth year of university.

Vietnamese startup Filum AI secures $1 million to boost AI innovation

Filum AI aims to expand R&D and penetrate Southeast Asia after securing major investment from leading regional funds.

Vietnamese blockchain startup earns US patent for innovative social login

Startup Ninety Eight secures a major breakthrough, making blockchain technology more accessible to mainstream users.

Young startup turns technology into competitive weapon

Starting a tech business is always challenging, but it offers young entrepreneurs the chance to create bold and inspiring stories.

Vietnam’s technology start-up funding drops 38 per cent last year

Vietnam is currently ranked 51st globally in terms of start-up funding, ahead of Iceland and Luxembourg.

Young entrepreneurs harness technology for a competitive edge in real estate

Starting a business in the technology sector is full of challenges, yet it also presents an opportunity for young entrepreneurs to create bold, inspiring stories.