A workshop to gather feedback on the draft law on artificial intelligence (AI) took place in Hanoi on October 15, attracting numerous experts, scholars, lawyers, journalists, and representatives from the business community.

AI has become the new energy source for the global economy, similar to electricity or the Internet in the last century. For Vietnam, this is not merely a trend but a golden opportunity to accelerate development.

Vietnam’s digital landscape is entering a new phase of convergence, fuelled by artificial intelligence (AI), the rise of livestreaming as a commerce tool and increasingly aligned social media habits across generations.

According to the Director of the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Science and Technology, UAE’s G42 Group is planning to invest nearly $2 billion in an AI megadata center in the city.

Currently, HCM City operates 530 surveillance cameras in central areas, nine automated speed cameras, 31 AI-enabled cameras at intersections and 47 cameras funded by the Ministry of Public Security.

The ViGen project has introduced an open Vietnamese pre-training dataset covering knowledge from preschool to university level, enabling AI models to reach a competency equivalent to "a top-performing university graduate”, experts have said.

The 2025 law on the digital technology industry sets out requirements for the responsible use of AI, ensuring a safe and transparent online environment.

FPT unveils plans to create a specialized AI chip called “Bonsai AI,” optimized for targeted industries with high technological value.

The integration of AI into education, especially at the primary level, is considered essential in the national innovation strategy. However, this strategic technology must be implemented carefully and selectively.

If Vietnamese businesses can master AI technology and independently research and develop “Made in Vietnam” products and solutions, they will not only compete on an equal footing but also have the potential to lead in certain fields.

GreenMind, the first Vietnamese-focused LLM on NVIDIA NIM, proves the country’s AI is ready to join the global ecosystem.

Vietnam’s AI funding is 56 times lower than that of the US and China, but experts say the country still has potential to catch up.

New draft legislation mandates clear disclosure when users engage with AI, setting global precedent in transparency and ethics.

Phung Viet Thang, Country Director of Intel Vietnam, praised Vietnam’s technological capabilities, stating that the country's access to and readiness for technology is currently “very good” by global standards.

Leaders call for full AI integration across education and economy to meet 2045 development goals.

From GreenMind to Zalo, Vietnam is building its own AI foundation to reduce reliance on foreign platforms.

Google has officially introduced the AI Plus plan in Vietnam, allowing users to access its powerful Gemini model and other advanced tools for only $5 per month.

With generative AI, firms like Gamota and Katalon are scaling globally, breaking language and time zone barriers.

A new MoU paves the way for deepening joint efforts in semiconductors and artificial intelligence development.

U.S. tech giant AWS continues to support Vietnam’s digital workforce with training and infrastructure.