Galaxy of Innovation 2025: Where Ideas Meet Impact

This September, Galaxy Innovation Hub transforms into Vietnam’s epicenter of technology, creativity, and collaboration — and 2025 is set to be our biggest year yet.

Galaxy of Innovation 2025, powered by Sovico Group, is more than just a tech gathering - it’s a living showcase of “Innovation in Action.” From AI breakthroughs to blockchain applications, from smart building certification to Vietnam’s first autonomous store, this is where Sovico’s diverse digital ecosystem comes to life.

Over two action-packed days (25–26 September 2025), the event will bring together 500+ guests, including Sovico’s Executive Board, CxOs, global tech leaders, and ecosystem partners. You’ll explore 25+ cutting-edge booths at the Innovation Exhibition, join investor meetups, and hear 12+ keynotes & tech talks from industry giants like Galaxy AI & Blockchain Insitute, HDBank, Vietjet Air, Galaxy Holdings, Verichains, GreenNode, AWS, Tether, Sumsub, Solana Foundation, Nami Foundation, HydraX, and more.

HDBank Hackathon 2025 – The Beating Heart of Innovation

At the core of Galaxy of Innovation 2025 lies the HDBank Hackathon — where 150+ of the nation’s brightest minds will compete across two tracks: Emerging (new ideas) & Scaling (ready-to-grow solutions).

This activity is part of the event series of the Autumn Economic Forum 2025, hosted by the Ho Chi Minh City Center for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (HCMC C4IR).

What to Expect at HDBank Hackathon 2025

Get ready for Vietnam’s most dynamic innovation battlefield, where creativity meets real-world impact — powered by Sovico, one of the nation’s top leaders in technology and digital transformation.

• 150+ top-tier contestants from across Vietnam, competing in two high-stakes tracks: Emerging & Scaling.

• 50+ elite mentors from Sovico’s ecosystem and leading tech companies, guiding you from idea to execution.

• 300+ VIP guests, including Sovico’s Executive Board, CxOs, and industry leaders from multiple sectors.

• 6 challenge tracks spanning AI, blockchain, fintech, cybersecurity, RWA tokenization, and ESG tech — all designed to push the boundaries of innovation.

• Unmatched exposure to the Sovico ecosystem — a multi-sector powerhouse with:

  • Charter capital: 9,600 billion VND (~$377M USD)

  • Equity capital: 70,049 billion VND (~$2.75B USD)

  • 6+ strategic sectors: Banking & Finance, Aviation, Hospitality & Real Estate, Energy, Logistics, and Education/ESG

• Career-shaping opportunities — impress the right people and you could land internships, projects, or even full-time roles within Sovico’s vast network.

• Prize pool worth over $12,000 USD — plus exclusive perks from sponsors, including cloud credits, travel vouchers, and more.

• Direct access to decision-makers across Sovico’s digital empire, including leaders driving national-scale transformation in fintech, consumer tech, and green innovation.

What’s Waiting Beyond the Hackathon?

While the coders code, the conversations never stop. Across the venue, you’ll find:

• Galaxy Connecting Day – high-level networking, speed dating with BU heads, and investor connections

• 25+ booths showcasing cutting-edge solutions from Sovico and partners

• 12+ thought-leadership sessions from world-class speakers

• Themed exhibitions & activations that blur the line between technology and real-world impact

Whether you’re here to compete, collaborate, or connect, Galaxy of Innovation 2025 is your gateway into Sovico’s vision for a borderless, technology-driven future.

📅 25–26 September 2025

📍 Galaxy Innovation Hub, Saigon Hi-Tech Park, HCMC

Join us at the HDBank Hackathon and redefine what’s possible!

Notes: All time of hackathon is in ICT+7, contestants can join BOTH hybrid/offline & online

Competition Rules

All participants are required to review the official competition rules before joining the Hackathon.

For full details, please visit: https://shorturl.at/P6G4X

• Please note: By participating in the Hackathon, you agree to abide by all rules and guidelines set by the Organizing Committee. Decisions made by the Organizing Committee and Judges are final and non-negotiable.

🔐 Track Security – Submit Your Project Today!

If your team is joining the Security Track at HDBank Hackathon 2025 – Galaxy of Innovation, it’s time to submit your work for judging.

📌 Dedicated submission link for Security Track

Notes:

• Make sure to include full team details, GitHub/Repo link, and demo video (if any).

• Submit before 22 September 2025 to be considered for the Final Round.

• For support, contact us via Telegram group or email: events@galaxyholdings.co

Don’t miss the chance to win prizes and showcase your innovative security solution to the judges and the community!

Partner, Mentor, or Judge Onboarding

Want to join the HDBank Hackathon 2025 – Galaxy of Innovation 2025 as a Community Partner, Media Partner, Mentor, or Judge?

📌 Please complete the Onboarding Form and select your preferred role here:

👉 https://forms.gle/3FC3qUjyNqsGT5pL9

Once submitted, our team will get in touch with you for the next steps.

About the Sovico & HDBank Ecosystem

As one of Vietnam’s leading conglomerates, Sovico Group operates across diverse sectors with impressive market leadership:

• Banking & Finance – HDBank, HDSaison, HD Capital, HD Insurance, and Movi, serving 6 million+ customers and holding over US$30 billion in total assets.

• Aviation & Logistics – Vietjet Air, Thai Vietjet, Swift247, with 80+ international routes, largest market share in Vietnam, and second largest in Thailand.

• Healthcare & Education – 16 kindergartens, 12 campuses, and a national clinic network with AI-powered services.

• Real Estate & Hospitality – Iconic developments like Furama Resort, Ariyana, Swanbay, and industrial park projects.

• Digital Technology & Business – Galaxy Holdings’ ecosystem including loyalty platforms, digital banking, telecom, AI funds, and the Galaxy Innovation Hub.

• Green Energy – Strategic clean energy investments ensuring sustainable growth and green power for data centers.

By joining HDBank Hackathon, you’ll not only develop cutting-edge solutions — you’ll also get direct exposure to a US$4 billion market cap ecosystem with unparalleled opportunities to scale your innovation.

About the Venue - Galaxy Innovation Hub

Galaxy Innovation Hub – The Premier Venue for Innovation

Located in the heart of Saigon Hi-Tech Park, Galaxy Innovation Hub (GiHub) is more than just a venue — it is a catalyst for cutting-edge innovation, collaboration, and growth.

As the technology research and innovation center of Sovico Group, GiHub is designed to connect global and domestic ecosystems, bridging startups, corporates, academia, and government stakeholders. It offers state-of-the-art smart offices, advanced R&D labs, AI & IoT centers, and world-class event facilities to accelerate sustainable, impactful solutions.

GiHub is home to Galaxy Holdings, Vikki Digital Bank, and Victoria Institute, and is strategically located with easy access to 43 industrial parks and export processing zones in Southern Vietnam. Its ecosystem thrives across AI, blockchain, fintech, sustainability, aviation, banking, real estate, healthcare, and clean energy, backed by Sovico Group’s vast network of businesses.

📍 D1 Street, Saigon Hi-Tech Park, Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam