12.02.2009 - In the early months after the financial crisis, Vietnam's economy looks like it was in for huge trouble. Exports fell by 14% the first 8 months of 2009 and foreign direct investments (FDI) value dropped by 82%, reported the Economist. There were fears of wide spread job loss. However, as with many other governments, the Vietnamese government alleviated the … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s Quick Economic Recovery Spells Trouble
‘Google’ Makes Toilet Paper In Vietnam?
11.28.09 - Browsing across the internet, I came across this image of toilet paper branded with the Google name in Vietnam. I have yet to confirm its validity with Google's headquarters, but it's either Google has really diversified its business in Vietnam or we are looking at fake. All joking aside, the image is a stark reminder that intelectual property is not well protected … [Read more...] about ‘Google’ Makes Toilet Paper In Vietnam?
VTP Gone Mobile!
11.15.09 - Just a quick and exciting announcement from our tech team here at Vietnam Talking Points: VTP is now optimized for your mobile viewing! If you have an iPhone, Android, Palm WebOS, or Blackberry Storm, our site is now available in a beautiful and fast mobile format. It's Vietnam Talking Points in your pocket. We hope you've enjoyed our original analysis on … [Read more...] about VTP Gone Mobile!
Techie in Vietnam: Will My Smartphone Stay Smart?
11.13.09 - As a techie growing up in the Silicon Valley, I've grown accustomed to certain conveniences. One gadget I certainly cannot live without is my smartphone; a Blackberry Tour 9560 to be exact. Almost every aspect of my life surrounds it: work & personal emails, Twitter, Facebook, getting from point A to B, and my daily news. In the past, I've always cringed at the … [Read more...] about Techie in Vietnam: Will My Smartphone Stay Smart?
OneVietnam Network Releases First Videos
OneVietnam Network, a collaboration website for the Vietnamese Community, has just released several videos, including a great short explaining how everyone can use the network. The video is a collaboration effort by the OneVietnam team and two great Japanese artists, Yukiko Chino and Natsuki Shimizu. The video is embedded below for your enjoyment! Also, for your … [Read more...] about OneVietnam Network Releases First Videos