On August 29, 2025, AIT Vietnam, KOGI Group, and TEX Foundation co-hosted the workshop “Shaping the Future: Startups meet Dr. Bruno Wu – Chairman of Sun Seven Stars Investment Group” in Da Nang. The event brought together nearly 20 startups, technology experts, and business leaders to exchange ideas and explore the future of Vietnam’s startup ecosystem.

The highlight of the workshop was the rare opportunity to engage directly with Dr. Bruno Wu, one of Asia’s most influential tech investors and a close friend of Elon Musk. With decades of global experience in technology, media, and investment, Dr. Wu shared strategic insights on the importance of innovation for Vietnam’s economic growth. Nearly 20 Da Nang startups presented their ideas and received valuable advice and feedback from Dr. Wu—an experience that could help strengthen their competitiveness and prepare them for international expansion.

The workshop also reaffirmed the critical role of AIT Vietnam and KOGI Group in nurturing high-quality human resources and supporting innovation in Da Nang and beyond. While AIT Vietnam continues to act as a bridge of international knowledge through graduate education and research, KOGI Group remains a strong partner in advancing green technology and fostering a dynamic startup ecosystem.

With the presence of Dr. Bruno Wu and the commitment of AIT Vietnam and KOGI Group, the event marked an important step toward building a more innovative, globally connected, and sustainable startup landscape in Vietnam.