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Banks strengthen digital shields against online fraud
The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) said that by April 12, more than 3.7 million customer alerts had been issued through the information system for management, supervision and prevention of fraud risks in payment operations (SIMO).
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Banks end account nickname feature from April 1 under new payment rules
Beginning April 1, payment account names at commercial banks must fully match information on citizens’ identity cards under new regulations on non-cash payment services.
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Webinar: Modern fraud management strategies for financial institutions
In the context of rapid global growth in digital payments, financial institutions are facing an increasing volume and sophistication of fraudulent activities. This evolving landscape has made the development of modern, proactive, and comprehensive fraud management capabilities a strategic priority for the financial services industry.
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Open up more room for consumer credit
Adjusting loan sizes and terms for consumer credit is expected to bring about significant changes to people's access to capital, while also boosting retail credit growth and domestic consumption.
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Anti-money laundering for digital asset service providers
On March 12, 2026, the Vietnam Banking Association, in collaboration with Binance, will organize a training program on "Anti-Money Laundering for Digital Asset Service Providers," aiming to raise awareness among digital asset service providers about the risks of money laundering, terrorist financing, and other illegal activities arising during the provision of services.
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Protecting personal data in banking operations.
In response to the increasing demands for legal compliance and customer data protection in the digital age, the Vietnam Banking Association (VNBA) is organizing an intensive training course on "Personal Data Security in Banking Operations," scheduled to take place in Hanoi on March 21, 2026 and in Ho Chi Minh City on March 28, 2026.
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Banking sector faces data governance hurdles in AI transition
As Vietnam’s banking sector reaches a turning point, with fragmented data systems evolving into a foundation for AI adoption, Dao Hong Giang, executive vice president and director of Finance–Banking at FPT IS, speaks with VIR’s Nhue Man about new institutional and infrastructure breakthroughs.
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Digital banking enters season of transformation
Each spring invites reflection on change, and within that shift the banking sector, once seen as distant and technical, is becoming deeply embedded in everyday transactions as digitalisation moves beyond the service interface to fundamentally reshape its operational core.
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VNPAY and NAPAS deepen cooperation on digital payments
VNPAY and NAPAS have agreed to expand cooperation on next-generation payment technologies, aiming to accelerate digital payment adoption and strengthen financial connectivity in Vietnam.
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Mastercard, Shopee Vietnam announce strategic collaboration with the launch of VPBank S Rewards Mastercard Card
Mastercard and Shopee Vietnam, on February 4, announced a five-year strategic collaboration, marked by the launch of the VPBank S Rewards Mastercard card, Mastercard’s first card linked to Shopee in Việt Nam.
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Value of cashless payments equal to nearly 28 times of GDP
The number and value of cashless payment transactions surged by an average of 58.86 per cent and 24.36 per cent annually in the past five years.
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Fintech-bank collaborations facilitate Vietnamese goals
Vietnam is in a bright spot to utilise partnerships between fintech groups and lenders for its green ambitions. Fintech expert Rahn Wood looks at the tie-ups already taking place and what more could be around the corner.
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Visa highlights Vietnamese payment trends for 2026
As more young professionals and families explore new destinations and digital lifestyles, expectations for seamless, secure payments continue to rise.
