What to expect at DAVAS 2026 international event in Da Nang
DNO - The Da Nang Venture and Angel Summit 2026 (DAVAS 2026) is scheduled to take place from May 25 to 27, 2026 at the Ariyana International Convention Centre.
Large-scale investment networking series
The upcoming is an international venture capital forum expected to become a gateway for investment flows into the ASEAN startup ecosystem, with participating investment funds managing combined assets of approximately US$5 billion.
DAVAS 2026 is expected to bring together more than 30 major investment funds from the United States, Japan, South Korea, Singapore and Vietnam, alongside over 100 international speakers.
Participating investment funds include leading regional names such as Quest Ventures, Do Ventures, Jungle Ventures and Daiwa Corporate Investment, all known for backing high-growth technology startups across Asia.
More than 70 startups and innovation-driven enterprises from Vietnam and abroad have registered to participate, covering sectors such as artificial intelligence, fintech, blockchain, Web3, education and healthcare technology.
Organizers also expect around 5,000 participants, including entrepreneurs, researchers, students, corporations and startup ecosystem representatives.
Universities, educational institutions and innovation communities are joining the event, reflecting the city’s growing ecosystem for entrepreneurship and technology development.
According to organisers, DAVAS 2026 is designed as a multi-dimensional ecosystem connecting government agencies, businesses, investment funds, research institutions and the startup community.
One of the summit’s highlights will be direct pitching sessions where startups present their ideas to domestic and international investment funds.
Investors and startups will also engage in one-on-one networking meetings aimed at accelerating partnerships and fundraising opportunities.
Alongside investment activities, DAVAS 2026 will feature a series of forums and exhibitions, including a pre-summit market access workshop, a Web3 builders summit, technology showcases and more than 50 exhibition booths displaying innovative products and solutions.
Cooperation agreements in innovation and technology are also expected to be signed during the event. The Da Nang authorities see the summit as more than a startup gathering.
Da Nang’s ambition to become a regional innovation hub
DAVAS 2026 is part of Da Nang’s broader strategy to build an open, transparent and internationally connected investment environment.
The city aims to improve startups’ access to capital, technology and global expertise while attracting high-quality investment flows into strategic sectors.
In recent years, Da Nang has increasingly promoted itself as a destination not only for tourism, but also for innovation, digital transformation and high-tech investment.
With modern infrastructure, an expanding startup ecosystem and strong support policies for innovation, the city is emerging as an attractive gateway for investors seeking opportunities in Vietnam.
DAVAS 2026 is, therefore, expected to create new momentum for the startup community, opening up broader opportunities for partnerships, fundraising and innovation collaboration, while supporting Da Nang’s ambition to become a leading hub for innovation and technology investment in the Asia-Pacific region in the years ahead.