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Looking for investment opportunities
The story of VIoT Technology Joint Stock Company - a startup founded by a group of Vietnamese experts after studying and working at large telecommunications and technology corporations in the world is a clear demonstration of the potential to attract capital if there is a methodical orientation and commitment to long-term development.
Established in 2017, VIoT has chosen the path of developing Internet of Things (IoT) devices, applied to smart urban systems - a new but potential field in Vietnam. To date, this enterprise has called for more than 600,000 USD from international investment funds and is continuing to complete the dossier to call for an additional 400,000 USD in 2025.
Mr. Pham Vu Huy Hoang - VIoT Technology Director shared: “Capital is a vital factor, but we realize that the most valuable thing is the capacity and relationships gained when accompanying investors.
They not only invest capital but also connect, guide, and provide strategic advice so that startups like VIoT can survive and thrive in a competitive market. In addition, VIoT also leads and connects many other startups in the same field into the ecosystem, supporting them to approach investors, build professional project profiles, and be ready to call for capital."
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At DAVAS 2025, another highlight expected to create a strong impact is the launch of the SOCIAL IMPACT CATALYST (SIC) student startup network, starting from universities in Da Nang City, where thousands of students from Quang Nam and neighboring provinces are studying.
With this model, startup clubs that operate separately will be connected into a network, creating a continuous ecosystem of students - consultants - businesses.
According to Ms. Le Hoang Khanh Tram - President of the Vietnam Student Startup Network, the SIC network will organize long-term training programs, support capital raising presentation skills, disseminate policy frameworks, and connect experts and investors from within and outside the country.
“Not only do we help students develop the right entrepreneurial mindset, we also want to create opportunities for them to access the market right from school, through seminars, workshops and in-depth mentoring programs. The Central region has a lot of potential, the most important thing is to promote confidence and connection for the young generation,” said Ms. Tram.
Raising capital is more than just an idea
Mr. Quang Ha - representative of Makara Innovation Fund (Singapore) shared that in the context of intellectual property increasingly becoming a strategic asset for global startups, clearly defining commerciality, legal protection and scalability are core factors for a project to access international capital flows.
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Makara Fund currently focuses on the fields of medical technology, big data, alternative energy and consumer technology, which are industries with high innovation speed, bringing sustainable value to the community. In particular, with a cross-regional investment strategy centered on Singapore, the fund is actively looking for start-up projects from the Central region of Vietnam - where there is much potential that has not been properly exploited.
“Vietnam is a data market with a lot of room for investment, especially in the Central region, where new technology fields are still in their early stages. We are ready to invest in projects with good foundations, defined development strategies, and full legal preparation,” said Mr. Ha.
Mr. Pham Ngoc Sinh - Deputy Director of the Department of Science and Technology, Head of the Executive Board of the Quang Nam Province Creative Startup Support Center, said that to become a target for capital investment, each project needs to ensure three core factors. That is, establishing a product line with clear differentiation, solving an urgent need or creating a specific market effect.
Build an inspiring business strategy that is not just based on numbers but touches the trust and emotions of investors. Finally, have a clear legal protection mechanism, transparent intellectual property and a well-advised operating team with the capacity to develop steadily in a fiercely competitive environment.
“In the context of localities rearranging administrative units, the creative space between Da Nang - Quang Nam is expected to expand, creating conditions for venture capital, especially in the field of technology and digital transformation, to come to this area.
If we know how to take advantage of the region, where knowledge, technology and cultural identity intersect, I believe that start-up projects in the Central region will not only stand firm but can also make a strong breakthrough into the international market," said Mr. Sinh.
Source: https://baoquangnam.vn/dien-dan-davas-2025-co-hoi-tiep-can-nha-dau-tu-chien-luoc-3155902.html
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