SoFi adds XRP deposits: Ripple says broader access brings more participation and utility

Premium gym chains are entering a “golden era” that is ending or already in decline, as rising operating costs collide with shifting consumer preferences toward more flexible, community-based ways to exercise. Long-term memberships are shrinking, margins are pressured by higher rents and facility expenses, and competition from smaller, more personalized…

Although Hoa Sen Group chairman Le Phuoc Vu has made remarks that have drawn mixed reactions in the market, the group’s long-standing sponsorship of the “Vietnamese Family Housing” program and the charitable activities funded by Hoa Sen cannot be overlooked. In videos related to the program, Mr. Vu is shown…

On 3 April 2026, following its launch in Ho Chi Minh City, Nagakawa Group (ticker: NAG - HNX) continued its “Call me Naga” journey to Hanoi, accelerating the brand’s transformation toward a younger image and introducing a series of new products for summer 2026. The “Naga” name was selected as…

The State Securities Commission (SSC) has revoked the public company status of Hanoi Joint Stock Company for Electrical and Water Installation. The decision was issued through Official Dispatch No. 2607/UBCK-GSĐC on April 3, according to information published on the SSC portal. SSC’s decision On April 3, the SSC issued Official…

Party and State leaders attend 120th birth anniversary of General Secretary Ha Huy Tap in Ha Tinh

On the morning of April 21 in Ha Tinh, General Secretary and President To Lam, together with a Central delegation, paid tribute and laid flowers at the tomb and memorial site of General Secretary Ha Huy Tap in Cam Hung commune, Ha Tinh, on the occasion of the 120th birth…

Climate Skills – Seeds for Transition: Supporting Vietnamese Youth in the Green Transition

Equipping young people with the skills needed to participate in the green transition. Photo: British Council. On April 21, the British Council in Vietnam announced that it had organized the closing ceremony of the youth dialogue project and an exhibition of social action ideas. This activity is part of the…

Author and Speaker Lisa Begley Launches The Sock Drawer Podcast

The Sock Drawer Podcast has launched as a “raw and honest” space for people navigating the period between who they were and who they are becoming, offering permission to move forward without having everything figured out. At a time when burnout, career reinvention, and midlife identity shifts are changing how…

Ripple's XRPL security-readiness strategy for a post-quantum era

Ripple’s post-quantum security strategy reflects a broader shift in blockchain risk planning as quantum computing threats gain credibility. In an Insight published April 20, Senior Director of Engineering Ayo Akinyele outlined a multi-phase roadmap aimed at preparing the XRP Ledger (XRPL) for future cryptographic disruption while maintaining network performance. Roadmap…

NCLA asks Fourth Circuit to stop Norfolk Police Force’s unlawful searches via license plate tracking

The New Civil Liberties Alliance (NCLA) filed an amicus curiae brief on April 20, 2026, in Schmidt v. City of Norfolk before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. NCLA is urging the court to impose guardrails on Norfolk, Virginia’s automated license plate recognition (ALPR) system, which it…

Parliament considers a resolution to develop Vietnamese culture

Continuing the program of the First Session of the Sixteenth National Assembly, delegates heard the draft resolution and the appraisal report on developing Vietnamese culture on the morning of April 20. The proposals outline new mechanisms and policies aimed at mobilizing resources and unlocking investment in the sector. Draft resolution:…

National traffic police launch nationwide crackdown on traffic violations at level crossings; drivers urged to heed signals.

From April 18, 2026, Vietnam’s nationwide traffic police (CSGT) launched a high-intensity operation to detect and handle violations at road-rail crossings. Despite prior warnings, deliberately crossing barriers when the red signal is on remains a serious risk. Operation deployment and first-day results On the first day of the operation, 75…