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AI part of ongoing digital transformation process in enterprises

AI (artificial intelligence) transformation is just one period of the digital transformation process that helps businesses become more intelligent.

Vietnamese companies ready to offer high salaries for AI talent

According to a recent Navigos Group survey, more than 62% of companies in Vietnam are offering salaries 10-50% higher for AI professionals compared to other IT positions.

Vietnam pioneers Meta AI deployment amid new fraud warnings

Vietnam is at the forefront of technology with the imminent deployment of Meta AI, as the nation also grapples with new threats of credit card information theft.

Vietnam's pay-TV subscribers surge to 21 million in 2024

The pay-TV sector in Vietnam has seen a remarkable increase in subscribers, reaching 21 million in 2024, reflecting a 14% growth compared to 2023, according to statistics shared by the Ministry of Information and Communications.

Meta confirms virtual reality glasses to be manufactured in VN

Meta’s President of Global Affairs Nick Clegg says it is one of the the two significant new mile stones in Meta’s commitment to Vietnam.

MobiFone, Ericsson collaborate on plans for 5G innovation hub in Vietnam

MobiFone and Ericsson signed in Hanoi on October 2 a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on establishing a 5G Innovation Hub at MobiFone’s premises in Vietnam.

Southeast Asia: the new battleground for cloud service providers

Southeast Asia is becoming a new battleground for cloud service providers, with Google, AWS, and Microsoft pouring billions into the region as cloud and AI demand soars.

Vietnam’s international Internet connection to be fully restored in October

Vietnam’s international Internet connection, disrupted earlier this year, will be fully restored by October. Repair efforts on the IA, APG, and AAE-1 cables are progressing, bringing the country’s Internet infrastructure back to full capacity.

Hanoi set to experiment with cutting-edge technologies to boost economy

Hanoi is set to introduce a controlled experimentation (sandbox) framework, aiming to rapidly harness technological advancements and propel the entrepreneurial spirit within the city.

Vietnam's cyber watchdog warns of increasing impersonation scams

As online impersonation scams continue to rise, Vietnam’s Information Safety Department (Ministry of Information and Communications) has issued new warnings about this growing threat in the cyber landscape.

VN receives another 8-grade promotion in Global Cybersecurity Index

Vietnam's 8-grade jump in the GCI (global cybersecurity index) shows the country’s improvements in both awareness and actions compared with four years ago, experts have said.

AI-based LLMs increasingly used in businesses

Many institutions are developing LLMs (large language model) and SLM (small language model) of their own through AI integrated workstations to protect security and limit data training costs.

Ministry warns consumers about fake brands online

The Authority of Information Security (AIS) under the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) has warned that scammers are using the names and images of major enterprises and brands to create fake sale promotions.

False advertising common, new law aims to stop violators: NA deputies

The National Assembly Standing Committee on September 24 discussed the draft law on amending and supplementing some articles of the Law on Advertisement, scheduled to be submitted to the National Assembly for the first time at the eighth session.

VN & Finland open a new chapter in information and communications cooperation

Vietnam and Finland are enhancing cooperation in digital infrastructure, 5G, and the ICT industry, following a successful working visit by Minister Nguyen Manh Hung.

Ransomware attacks increasingly target Vietnam’s financial sector

Financial frauds and cyberattacks on the Vietnamese financial information systems are on the rise, but many domestic financial agencies still do not pay due attention to the issue, officials said.

Vietnam's improved telecom infrastructure leads to leap in e-gov't ranking

The great efforts made in all three "pillars", including telecommunications infrastructure, the workforce and online public services, have helped Vietnam jump by 15 grades in the e-government ranking.

Youth workers prioritize immediate gains over longterm social insurance benefits

Nearly 1.3 million Vietnamese workers have withdrawn from the social insurance system, with almost 50% eventually returning to pay into the system.

New online scam targets TikTok users with malware

Vietnam’s National Cybersecurity Center warns TikTok users of a new phishing scam that uses fake app updates to steal personal data and control devices.

iPhone 15 still captivates Vietnamese users more than iPhone 16

Despite the release of the iPhone 16, Vietnamese users seem to favor the iPhone 15, according to search data. Interest in the older model remains higher, suggesting that the latest iPhone may not be as captivating to users.