Top 10 TECHFEST Vietnam’s National Innovation Technopreneur Contest 2018 organised by National Startup Support Center of Vietnam (NSSC).
Wee Digital is a leading financial technology (fintech) company in Vietnam, specializing in digital identity solutions and optimizing user experience in digital banking services. Founded in 2017 by Christian Nguyễn, a French-Vietnamese entrepreneur with extensive experience in technology, Wee Digital focuses on leveraging biometric recognition and artificial intelligence to enhance customer engagement and security.
Wee Digital’s flagship products include facial recognition and biometric authentication solutions, enabling fast, secure, and convenient identity verification. The company has partnered with major banks and enterprises in Vietnam to implement these solutions, contributing to the cashless payment trend and digital transformation in the financial sector.
In 2018, Wee Digital was named among the top 10 startups in TECHFEST Vietnam’s National Innovation Technopreneur Contest 2018 and won first place in the Fintech Challenge Vietnam. As part of its growth journey, the company successfully secured funding from South Korean venture capital firm InterVest (IV) and VinaCapital Ventures (V2), raising millions of USD in 2020.
Beyond the financial sector, Wee Digital has also expanded its biometric solutions into the hospitality and entertainment industries, reinforcing its position as a leader in digital transformation. One of its most notable projects is the partnership with Citigym, bringing advanced facial recognition technology into the fitness industry. Through this collaboration, Wee Digital has implemented a state-of-the-art Check-In and Smart Locker system using FaceID, enabling gym-goers to check in, unlock personal lockers, and access VIP areas seamlessly using facial recognition. This marks a significant milestone in Vietnam’s hospitality sector, setting a new standard for user convenience and security.
Additionally, Wee Digital has played a key role in modernizing Vietnam’s tourism industry by partnering with Vinpearl. The company’s AI-powered facial recognition system has been deployed across Vinpearl entertainment complexes, allowing guests to enter and access all services with just a facial scan. This technology not only enhances security but also eliminates long queues, significantly improving the overall visitor experience. By integrating biometric solutions into large-scale tourism and entertainment projects, Wee Digital is contributing to the digitalization of Vietnam’s service industries.
With its continuous efforts and achievements, Wee Digital has solidified its position in the fintech industry and beyond, playing a crucial role in Vietnam’s digital transformation and enhancing user experiences across multiple sectors.
