BIDV is partnering with students from 54 universities competing in “The World of Money 2026”
Continuing its commitment to spreading financial literacy and building capacity among Vietnam’s younger generation, the Bank for Investment and Development of Vietnam (BIDV) has officially partnered with the financial education television competition “The Moneyverse” (The Moneyverse) for its third season in 2026.
This year’s event brings together 162 outstanding contestants representing 54 universities and colleges nationwide, all ready to compete for the title of Champion and a prize worth VND 1 billion.
The Largest Digital Financial Education Platform for Young People
“The Moneyverse 2026,” organized by VTV Times, officially premiered on August 16, 2026. The third season marks an unprecedented expansion in scale, attracting not only young people majoring in Economics and Finance but also a large number of students from fields such as Public Security, Law, Information Technology, Journalism and Communications, and Tourism...
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With the theme “BIGbang DATA,” the competition focuses on exploring the close relationship between data and finance in the digital age. The challenges were designed to be practical, requiring participants to apply their data analysis skills, assess market behavior, manage risk, and utilize technology before making investment or startup decisions.
In addition to the official competition rounds, the program also features a diverse range of activities, such as:
- The “Money Tips” series: Providing practical financial knowledge from leading experts.
- 16 episodes of the “Black Hole” podcast: Delving deep into the money psychology of young people.
- "Startup Supernova - All-Stars" Round: Where students’ outstanding business ideas are evaluated for feasibility and financial viability.
The idea deemed the most outstanding will receive a direct pass to the semifinals. Through this, participants will have to apply their financial knowledge to solve problems related to the market, resources, and the feasibility of a business project.
Pham Thi Mai Huong—a student at the University of Maritime and a Season 2 champion—noted that the program helped her learn a great deal about finance through real-world challenges and understand how to manage money in a volatile market. More importantly, it fostered critical thinking and personal growth.
Mr. Pham Quoc Thang—Deputy Editor-in-Chief of VTV Times and a representative of the organizing committee—noted that the number of participating universities and students in Season 3 has increased significantly compared to previous seasons.
“Whether we are happy, suffering, or successful, it is all related to money to some extent. In that sense, money is also a ‘universe’ of its own. That is why the program aims to provide practical financial knowledge to students and spread that knowledge throughout society,” Mr. Thang said.
"The World of Money" Season 3 premieres every Sunday at 2:00 p.m. on VTV3 starting August 16, with a rerun airing at 2:00 p.m. on the following Saturday.
