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DUBAI, UAE, May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- We are proud to announce that Binance is now a sponsor of the Association for Women in Cryptocurrency (AWIC), the leading global community for women and supportive allies who seek to enhance their knowledge and education in the growing field of cryptocurrency, blockchain, and Web3 while advancing opportunities for women and the role they play in the future of digital finance.
Binance believes that crypto is a fundamental means to increase financial freedom. Our goal is to drive financial inclusion by empowering users to participate in a more open and equitable financial system. We recognize the critical need to ensure that women are equal participants in shaping and building the future of finance.
We are excited to join AWIC, an organization that has made great strides in ensuring that women have a seat at the table as we work to make our shared vision of the future a reality. Groups like AWIC are critical in our industry, as well as many other sectors of technology and finance, as their efforts to promote diversity and inclusion and advance opportunities for women make a real difference in these traditionally male-dominated fields.
Crypto was conceived as a tool to democratize finance and challenge traditional hierarchies. Today, it enables inclusion and offers a potential lifeline for approximately 1.4 billion people — many of whom are women —who remain unbanked, making the greatest impact where basic financial services are still a privilege.
Joining AWIC will help us raise awareness of the importance of making the financial system more inclusive. To contribute to our mutual goals, we will cooperate across both private and public sectors, advancing education, increasing resources, and expanding opportunities for women in our field.
"We are happy to have Binance as a sponsor of the Association and are looking forward to growing our network of members and ambassadors who are globally promoting equal opportunities for women," said AWIC Founder and CEO Amanda Wick. "Binance has been a valuable ally for inclusion efforts and making the future of digital finance more equitable. Outside of educational and grassroots initiatives, Binance actively promotes equity in its workforce, achieving a ratio of nearly 40 percent women employees, in addition to an impressive number of women in senior leadership positions. At Binance, women develop, market, and provide support for products and services that help other women participate in the future of finance."
As a sponsor of AWIC, Binance will actively participate in educational, training, mentoring, and networking events. Going forward, AWIC and Binance will together explore developing and executing larger-scale global efforts to promote gender equality and opportunities for women in the industry. Furthermore, we will continue our efforts to advance the mainstream adoption of crypto, which is an effective way to drive financial inclusion and improve lives for millions of people globally.
About AWIC
The Association for Women in Crypto (AWIC) is a global platform for women and supportive allies of all genders who seek to enhance their knowledge and education in the growing fields of cryptocurrency, blockchain, and web3, while advancing the opportunities for women and the role they will play in the future of digital finance and innovation. The organization comprises members and ambassadors from the private and public sectors, and sponsors ranging from educational to financial institutions. Sponsors and members are all committed to ensuring women have an equal opportunity to participate in crypto, blockchain, and web3. Members gain access to special events, educational webinars, mentoring and networking opportunities, and best-in-class training opportunities. Learn more at womenincrypto.org.
About Binance
Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. Binance is trusted by more than 270 million people in 100+ countries for its industry-leading security, transparency, trading engine speed, protections for investors, and unmatched portfolio of digital asset products and offerings from trading and finance to education, research, social good, payments, institutional services, and Web3 features. Binance is devoted to building an inclusive crypto ecosystem to increase the freedom of money and financial access for people around the world with crypto as the fundamental means. For more information, visit: https://www.binance.com.
DUBAI, UAE, May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- We are proud to announce that Binance is now a sponsor of the Association for Women in Cryptocurrency (AWIC), the leading global community for women and supportive allies who seek to enhance their knowledge and education in the growing field of cryptocurrency, blockchain, and Web3 while advancing opportunities for women and the role they play in the future of digital finance.
Binance believes that crypto is a fundamental means to increase financial freedom. Our goal is to drive financial inclusion by empowering users to participate in a more open and equitable financial system. We recognize the critical need to ensure that women are equal participants in shaping and building the future of finance.
We are excited to join AWIC, an organization that has made great strides in ensuring that women have a seat at the table as we work to make our shared vision of the future a reality. Groups like AWIC are critical in our industry, as well as many other sectors of technology and finance, as their efforts to promote diversity and inclusion and advance opportunities for women make a real difference in these traditionally male-dominated fields.
Crypto was conceived as a tool to democratize finance and challenge traditional hierarchies. Today, it enables inclusion and offers a potential lifeline for approximately 1.4 billion people — many of whom are women —who remain unbanked, making the greatest impact where basic financial services are still a privilege.
Joining AWIC will help us raise awareness of the importance of making the financial system more inclusive. To contribute to our mutual goals, we will cooperate across both private and public sectors, advancing education, increasing resources, and expanding opportunities for women in our field.
"We are happy to have Binance as a sponsor of the Association and are looking forward to growing our network of members and ambassadors who are globally promoting equal opportunities for women," said AWIC Founder and CEO Amanda Wick. "Binance has been a valuable ally for inclusion efforts and making the future of digital finance more equitable. Outside of educational and grassroots initiatives, Binance actively promotes equity in its workforce, achieving a ratio of nearly 40 percent women employees, in addition to an impressive number of women in senior leadership positions. At Binance, women develop, market, and provide support for products and services that help other women participate in the future of finance."
As a sponsor of AWIC, Binance will actively participate in educational, training, mentoring, and networking events. Going forward, AWIC and Binance will together explore developing and executing larger-scale global efforts to promote gender equality and opportunities for women in the industry. Furthermore, we will continue our efforts to advance the mainstream adoption of crypto, which is an effective way to drive financial inclusion and improve lives for millions of people globally.
About AWIC
The Association for Women in Crypto (AWIC) is a global platform for women and supportive allies of all genders who seek to enhance their knowledge and education in the growing fields of cryptocurrency, blockchain, and web3, while advancing the opportunities for women and the role they will play in the future of digital finance and innovation. The organization comprises members and ambassadors from the private and public sectors, and sponsors ranging from educational to financial institutions. Sponsors and members are all committed to ensuring women have an equal opportunity to participate in crypto, blockchain, and web3. Members gain access to special events, educational webinars, mentoring and networking opportunities, and best-in-class training opportunities. Learn more at womenincrypto.org.
About Binance
Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. Binance is trusted by more than 270 million people in 100+ countries for its industry-leading security, transparency, trading engine speed, protections for investors, and unmatched portfolio of digital asset products and offerings from trading and finance to education, research, social good, payments, institutional services, and Web3 features. Binance is devoted to building an inclusive crypto ecosystem to increase the freedom of money and financial access for people around the world with crypto as the fundamental means. For more information, visit: https://www.binance.com.
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Binance Joins the Association for Women in Cryptocurrency
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HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, Jan. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda reveals that Vietnam is becoming an increasingly popular year-end travel choice for families in the region and beyond. Based on searches made between September and November 2025 for stays during December 2025 and January 2026, Agoda recorded a 30% increase in family travel interest to Vietnam compared with the same period the previous year.
Agoda data shows that Vietnam is attracting more international families than ever this winter holiday season. South Koreans take the lead as the top market interested in traveling to Vietnam in December and January, with families from India, Singapore, Australia, and Malaysia rounding out the top five. Notably, Agoda reported that Indian families showcased the highest growth in travel interest to Vietnam during this period, with a 186% increase in searches. Malaysians also, are expressing strong growth in interest, with a 74% increase in searches, highlighting Vietnam's appeal as a family destination in Southeast Asia and beyond.
Families are choosing Vietnam for its storied culture and cuisine, diverse landscapes, and abundance of family-friendly resorts and attractions.
Phu Quoc Island leads as the most sought-after destination among international family travelers with a 47% increase in searches, popular for its sandy beaches, calm waters, and nature parks ideal for multi-generation vacations. Da Nang follows with 42% growth in travel interest, noted for its beaches, soft adventure activities, and access to Ba Na Hills theme park. Nha Trang comes in third place, remaining a favorite for its long coastline, family-oriented resorts, and island experiences. In fourth place, Ho Chi Minh City appeals with its vibrant food scene, entertainment complexes, and day trips to the Mekong Delta. In the north, Hanoi continues to draw families with its cultural landmarks, museums, and festive atmosphere, rounding out the top five most family-friendly year-end destinations in Vietnam.
Meanwhile, although Vietnamese families traditionally travel less internationally at the end of the year – typically preferring to wait for the Lunar New Year - China is becoming a noticeable exception. Among the top 20 outbound destinations preferred by Vietnamese families during the December-January period, searches for Shanghai increased 58%, while Beijing increased 59%. This shift is supported by the launch of new direct routes between Hanoi and selected Chinese cities earlier this year, making end-of-year overseas trips more accessible than ever.
Vu Ngoc Lam, Country Director at Agoda, said: "It is wonderful to see Vietnam increasingly chosen as an end-of-year holiday destination for families from across Asia and beyond. Agoda's data shows that travelers are recognizing Vietnam's family-friendly appeal, which further strengthen its position on the global travel map. As more families plan their festive-season or year-end getaways, we are delighted to support them through Agoda's simple, intuitive platform and our wide range of stays, flights, and activities."
With over 6 million properties, 130,000 flight routes, and 300,000 activities, all bookable in one seamless itinerary, Agoda helps families plan memorable year-end holidays, whether they choose a peaceful beach break, a cultural city escape, or an international exploration to mark the close of the year.
HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, Jan. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda reveals that Vietnam is becoming an increasingly popular year-end travel choice for families in the region and beyond. Based on searches made between September and November 2025 for stays during December 2025 and January 2026, Agoda recorded a 30% increase in family travel interest to Vietnam compared with the same period the previous year.
Agoda data shows that Vietnam is attracting more international families than ever this winter holiday season. South Koreans take the lead as the top market interested in traveling to Vietnam in December and January, with families from India, Singapore, Australia, and Malaysia rounding out the top five. Notably, Agoda reported that Indian families showcased the highest growth in travel interest to Vietnam during this period, with a 186% increase in searches. Malaysians also, are expressing strong growth in interest, with a 74% increase in searches, highlighting Vietnam's appeal as a family destination in Southeast Asia and beyond.
Families are choosing Vietnam for its storied culture and cuisine, diverse landscapes, and abundance of family-friendly resorts and attractions.
Phu Quoc Island leads as the most sought-after destination among international family travelers with a 47% increase in searches, popular for its sandy beaches, calm waters, and nature parks ideal for multi-generation vacations. Da Nang follows with 42% growth in travel interest, noted for its beaches, soft adventure activities, and access to Ba Na Hills theme park. Nha Trang comes in third place, remaining a favorite for its long coastline, family-oriented resorts, and island experiences. In fourth place, Ho Chi Minh City appeals with its vibrant food scene, entertainment complexes, and day trips to the Mekong Delta. In the north, Hanoi continues to draw families with its cultural landmarks, museums, and festive atmosphere, rounding out the top five most family-friendly year-end destinations in Vietnam.
Meanwhile, although Vietnamese families traditionally travel less internationally at the end of the year – typically preferring to wait for the Lunar New Year - China is becoming a noticeable exception. Among the top 20 outbound destinations preferred by Vietnamese families during the December-January period, searches for Shanghai increased 58%, while Beijing increased 59%. This shift is supported by the launch of new direct routes between Hanoi and selected Chinese cities earlier this year, making end-of-year overseas trips more accessible than ever.
Vu Ngoc Lam, Country Director at Agoda, said: "It is wonderful to see Vietnam increasingly chosen as an end-of-year holiday destination for families from across Asia and beyond. Agoda's data shows that travelers are recognizing Vietnam's family-friendly appeal, which further strengthen its position on the global travel map. As more families plan their festive-season or year-end getaways, we are delighted to support them through Agoda's simple, intuitive platform and our wide range of stays, flights, and activities."
With over 6 million properties, 130,000 flight routes, and 300,000 activities, all bookable in one seamless itinerary, Agoda helps families plan memorable year-end holidays, whether they choose a peaceful beach break, a cultural city escape, or an international exploration to mark the close of the year.
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Agoda Data Shows Vietnam Rising as a Favorite End-of-Year Destination for Families Across Asia and Beyond
