On May 29 and 30, 2025, the Da Nang Venture and Angel Investment Forum (DAVAS 2025) was held in Da Nang city, attracting strong attention from the startup community, international investors and innovation organizations. As one of the three main organizers, HVA Investment Joint Stock Company (HVA Group) not only participated but also played a central role in strategic activities, affirming its pioneering position in the field of financial technology and ESG in Vietnam.
DAVAS 2025 – A place where global strategic visions converge
DAVAS 2025 this year has expanded its scale, gathering more than 20 investment funds from Singapore, Japan, Korea, Hong Kong and many other countries, along with the participation of more than 60 international speakers and more than 40 domestic and international startup projects. Main activities include capital calling, 1:1 investment connection, launching the Greater Bay Area Innovation Center and a startup exhibition with more than 40 booths.
In that context, HVA Group not only contributes to the organization but also brings strong proposals, actions and commitments to promote digital transformation, build modern financial infrastructure and strengthen strategic investment links between regions.
Strong impression from HVA Group at DAVAS 2025
On the afternoon of May 29, HVA Group held a Board of Directors meeting in Da Nang with the presence of senior leaders. The meeting was not only an opportunity to evaluate the development strategy but also marked the company's transformation in choosing Da Nang as the center for its expansion plan in the Central region. The event reaffirmed HVA's commitment to building a new generation International Investment Finance Center (IFC) right in this dynamic coastal city.
The day before, HVA Group had a meeting with Network 20/20 – a prestigious investor network based in New York. The dialogue focused on sharing the investment environment in Vietnam, vision of green finance, digital transformation and sustainable innovation. The sharing from Mr. Le Hoa Nha – General Director of HVA Group – received special attention from international investors.
In parallel, during the tour of innovation spaces, HVA worked intensively with FUNDGO Da Nang – a strategic partner in developing the startup ecosystem in the Central region. The meeting showed consensus on the orientation of supporting startups, from incubation programs to connecting investors and organizing specialized training programs.
Signing strategic cooperation agreement – Opening a new stage of development
On the morning of May 30, at the main event of DAVAS 2025, HVA Group signed a memorandum of understanding with the Danang Center for Innovative Startups and FUNDGO. The three parties committed to building a modern startup ecosystem, integrating training, workspace, connecting investors and organizing international-scale events. This is a concrete step to realize the goal of making Danang a leading innovation center in the region.
On the same day, HVA also signed a strategic cooperation agreement with three leading technology enterprises: TrustXLabs, IPTP Networks and VNETWORK. This alliance will jointly build an AI – Big Data Data Center in Da Nang, playing the role of strategic digital infrastructure serving key industries such as finance, banking, fintech and high-tech services.
Proposing a long-term vision: Digital financial infrastructure, ESG and disruptive institutions
At the DAVAS seminar, Mr. Le Hoa Nha - representative of HVA Group - presented a paper on the development strategy of the new generation International Finance Center. The presentation highlighted the practical platforms that HVA has deployed such as digital asset wallet, real estate tokenization, eKYC system, ESG assessment platform and Open Finance. HVA also proposed implementing a sandbox model for fintech and tokenization, building an ESG Token Hub, an open data system and testing new financial institutions such as specialized financial courts and legal sandbox mechanisms.
One of the major highlights is the proposal to reposition DAVAS. Instead of being a single event, DAVAS is proposed to be organized in a three-component model including policy forum, investment connection and innovation sandbox. This will be the first platform in Vietnam to combine policy dialogue, technology testing and global investment connection.
Affirming HVA's leading role in Vietnam's innovation ecosystem
Not only an investor, HVA Group is shaping itself as a leading enterprise, accompanying the domestic and foreign innovation ecosystem. With proven technological, institutional and ESG capabilities, HVA is committed to continuing to support the Da Nang government as well as other localities in building modern financial infrastructure, sustainable development and expanding international cooperation networks.
DAVAS 2025 is a clear demonstration of that strategy. HVA's journey at the event not only left its mark with specific proposals, but also opened up long-term development opportunities, contributing to bringing Vietnam to the forefront in the era of global digital finance.
Conclusion: DAVAS 2025 and HVA Group's long-term mission
DAVAS 2025 is not only a playground for investment and innovation, but also a place for HVA Group to demonstrate its pioneering role in shaping digital financial institutions in Vietnam. From organizing strategic meetings in Da Nang, welcoming international investors, working with domestic partners, signing strategic cooperation agreements to presenting innovative institutional proposals – all are concrete steps in HVA’s long-term strategy.
With its technological capabilities, ESG vision and commitment to building a transparent and efficient financial platform, HVA Group continues to affirm itself as a trusted partner in the global startup and investment ecosystem. The achievements at DAVAS 2025 are the foundation for HVA to create further steps in the journey to make Vietnam a leading destination for digital finance and institutional innovation in Asia.
