As artificial intelligence (AI) and deepfake technology make online content increasingly sophisticated and difficult to verify, Vietnam is stepping up efforts to build a “digital shield.”

The Government has issued Decree No. 333/2026/ND-CP, detailing provisions and measures for implementing the Law on Cybersecurity.

The greatest significance of Directive 30 goes beyond fighting scams. It is about preserving a safe environment for transactions so that people, businesses and investors can continue to place their trust in the digital space.

BSides Hanoi 2026 reaffirmed that while technology can transform how cybersecurity is built and operated, it cannot replace humans in assessing, verifying and making decisions.

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has stressed that cybersecurity must combine the protection of information systems with the protection of people, describing citizens’ safety, security and well-being as the ultimate measure of all cyber policies.

The strategy of "harvesting now, decrypting later" when quantum computers become sufficiently powerful is being considered by many countries, forcing Vietnam to prepare early to avoid unprecedented cybersecurity risks.

Cybersecurity experts are warning that Vietnam must begin preparing for the post-quantum era, as data stolen today could remain encrypted for years before being decrypted once sufficiently powerful quantum computers become available.

Four students from VN's Academy of Cryptography Techniques have won the Grand Prize, the highest honor at the HackTheOn Sejong 2026 international cybersecurity competition, marking the first time a Vietnamese team has claimed the event's top award.

Vietnam's Cybersecurity Law takes effect on July 1, introducing new requirements aimed at strengthening child protection in the digital environment.

Vietnamese experts call for early investment in quantum technology as global powers intensify competition in the strategic sector.

As digital transformation is accelerating across every industry, the need for elite cybersecurity professionals is spiking just as fast.

As cybercriminals increasingly exploit AI to launch highly sophisticated attacks, experts are advising individuals and organisations to take a more proactive approach to protecting personal data.

Cybersecurity expert Ngo Minh Hieu (Hieu PC) says the removal of end-to-end encryption for messaging on apps like Instagram exposes users to a higher risk of sophisticated scams from cybercriminals.

Experts at the Vietnam Security Summit 2026 in Hanoi on May 22 called for stronger measures to protect personal data and enhance cybersecurity resilience amid rising cyber threats.

The number of spyware attacks across Southeast Asia surged 18% in 2025, with Vietnam recording the highest volume of attacks targeting enterprise networks in the region.

Vietnamese cybersecurity authorities are handling severe cyberattacks targeting two ministry-level systems after hackers allegedly stole millions of user records, according to officials from the National Cybersecurity Center.

The Austria-Vietnam Cybersecurity Forum was held in a hybrid format in Vienna on May 5, bringing together policymakers, businesses, and experts to explore opportunities for bilateral cooperation while advancing policy dialogue on cybersecurity.

While the decision marks a strategic push to deepen digital transformation, it also underscores an urgent need to strengthen cybersecurity for SMEs, which often face constraints in resources, skilled personnel and defensive capabilities.

The number of cyberattacks in Vietnam may be declining, but the severity of damages is rising sharply, showing that hackers have shifted to target high-value data.