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Da Nang Strengthens Innovation Partnerships, Connecting Local Businesses with the Global Technology Ecosystem
On the afternoon of October 12, 2026, the Da Nang Innovation Startup Support Center (DISSC), FUTA Land Joint Stock Company, and the Solana Foundation held an Innovation Partnership Signing Ceremony aimed at strengthening resource connectivity, promoting the adoption of emerging technologies, and expanding international cooperation across high-potential sectors.
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Da Nang, Sunwah Strengthen Innovation Cooperation, Explore Regulatory Sandbox for New Technologies
On the morning of August 28, Deputy Secretary of the municipal Party Committee and Chairman of the Da Nang People's Committee Nguyen Manh Hung received and worked with Dr. Jonathan Choi, Chairman of the Sunwah Group (Hong Kong), to discuss opportunities for cooperation in innovation, finance, high-tech healthcare, logistics, and international investment connectivity.
Da Nang Provides Technology Innovation Funding Support to Two Businesses
Da Nang City has provided technology innovation funding support to Mien Trung Industrial Machinery Manufacturing Co., Ltd. and EM AND AI Joint Stock Company, with a total funding amount of VND 893 million, as part of the Opening Ceremony of the Da Nang Innovation Startup Festival – SURF 2026.
Aspiring to Build a Tech Unicorn from Da Nang
On the morning of August 19, as part of the Da Nang Innovation Startup Festival – SURF 2026, the forum “Aspiring to Build a Tech Unicorn from Da Nang” provided a platform for dialogue among technology companies, investors, experts, and startup support organizations to discuss opportunities, pathways, and the essential conditions for building high-growth technology companies capable of expanding into regional and global markets.
SURF 2026: THE ERA OF RISING – PIONEERING INNOVATION
The Da Nang Innovation Startup Festival - SURF 2026 took place on August 18 - 19, 2026, at the Furama Da Nang International Convention Palace under the theme “The Era of Rising – Pioneering Innovation.” As the city’s largest annual innovation startup event, SURF 2026 also served as a platform for connecting domestic and international resources in science, technology, investment, and innovation.
UED 2025 Startup Incubation Evaluation Round: A Launchpad for Student Entrepreneurship Ideas
On the morning of October 19, at the University of Education – the University of Danang, the Evaluation Round of the UED 2025 Startup Incubation Program took place, attracting significant interest from students and young people passionate about entrepreneurship.
Da Nang Launches “Startup Residency Program 2025” – Hacker Residency Da Nang 2025
In an effort to attract international tech startups to work and experience life in Da Nang while fostering stronger connections with the local startup ecosystem, the city will officially host the “Startup Residency Program Da Nang 2025” (Hacker Residency Da Nang 2025) this November. The program is expected to bring together 10–15 international startup teams, along with mentors, investors, and technology experts.
Da Nang Promotes Investment and Innovation Cooperation in Dubai (UAE)
On the morning of October 14, 2025, a delegation from the Da Nang Department of Science and Technology paid a visit and held a working session with the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), to promote investment and foster innovation cooperation between the two cities.
A New Legal Foundation Elevating Da Nang’s Investment Environment
With the connection and support of the Da Nang Center for Innovation and Startup Support, the establishment of the APEC Vietnam International Commercial Arbitration Center – Da Nang Branch is being actively accelerated. The registration procedures are expected to be completed in Q3 2025, with the official launch scheduled for Q4 2025. This marks a strategic and timely step toward strengthening Da Nang’s legal and institutional infrastructure, serving the city’s ambitious goal of becoming an International Financial Center (IFC) in the near future.
5Sao Launches 32 Mini-Apps: A Digital Bridge for OCOP Products and Vietnamese Consumer Goods
From a platform originally focused on home building and maintenance, 5Sao is steadily transforming into an open e-commerce ecosystem founded on trust and social responsibility. On the morning of September 24, 2025, 5Sao officially announced the launch of 32 mini-apps, marking a major milestone in its journey to become a “digital bridge” connecting OCOP products, consumer goods, and local specialties with consumers across Vietnam.
