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Cyber attacks and online fraud cost Vietnam VND390tril. in 2023

According to Major General Nguyen Van Giang, the total amount scammed by online fraudsters in 2023 is estimated to be between VND 8,000-10,000 billion, marking a 1.5-fold increase compared to 2022.

Vietnam warned of new Microsoft vulnerabilities enabling remote attacks

New vulnerabilities in products and solutions from major technology companies like Microsoft are frequently exploited by attackers to infiltrate and compromise the information systems of agencies, organizations, and businesses.

Vietnam encourages US cloud computing firms to invest in data centers

Emphasizing the significant investment potential in cloud computing infrastructure, Deputy Minister of Information and Communications Phan Tam highlighted opportunities for US cloud firms to establish regional-scale data centers in HCMC and Danang.

Gambling, betting games continue on cross-border platforms

The accounts that advertise gambling games on Facebook originate from abroad or use automatic advertising bots on Telegram, making it difficult to block them.

Huawei plans expansion: Data Center in Vietnam on the horizon

After establishing five data centers in Southeast Asia, Huawei is now considering Vietnam as the location for its next data center, signaling the growing attractiveness of Vietnam's cloud computing market.

Vietnam’s Internet quality report: Mobile speeds up, fixed broadband slows down

The i-Speed Internet access speed measurement system, developed by the Vietnam Internet Network Information Center (VNNIC), has released its latest data on Vietnam's Internet quality for May.

New cyber attack campaign by ‘Mustang Panda’ targets Vietnam

The Department of Information Security under the Ministry of Information and Communications has issued an alert concerning a new attack campaign by the Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group 'Mustang Panda,' targeting Vietnam.

Online scams a growing threat in Vietnam

The growing threat of online scams in Vietnam has prompted experts to warn citizens about the significant financial losses they could face, urging stricter security measures to protect individuals from falling victim to the schemes.

Internet slows in Vietnam as 3 out of 5 undersea cables encounter failure

Three out of five undersea cables connecting Vietnam with the world encountered problems as of June 15, slowing down the internet speed across the country, according to local internet service providers.

Cybersecurity experts warn of increased attacks post vulnerability discoveries

Hackers are increasingly exploiting newly disclosed vulnerabilities at an accelerated pace, heightening cybersecurity risks for agencies and organizations worldwide.

Vietnam to introduce 10 new submarine optical cable lines by 2030

Vietnam's strategy to develop its international optical cable system aims to enhance digital infrastructure with at least 10 new submarine optical cable lines by 2030, increasing the total capacity more than tenfold.

Content creators make money with ‘dirty’ videos

Cultural experts have voiced their concern over the rise of online toxic content. Many content creators post "dirty" videos on social networks, ignoring ethical principles.

Vietnamese IT firms enter Japan amid formidable competition

Vietnamese IT enterprises face significant challenges as they enter the Japanese market, where they encounter not only Chinese competitors but also major players from the US and Europe.

Vietnam seeks to tap into game industry’s huge potential

The game industry in Vietnam has recorded strong progress recently, and authorities are moving to tap into its substantial potential.

VN popularizes ‘.vn’ domain name to develop digital economy, society

With two new groundbreaking policies, the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) aims to popularize the national domain name ‘.vn’ to stimulate the development of a digital economy and society.

Ministry warns of 6 types of fraud, property appropriation

The Authority of Information Security (AIS), in its weekly bulletin (June 3-9), has updated information about six major scams, including four in Vietnam and two overseas.

Surge in digital payments in Vietnam

The trend towards cashless payments is experiencing rapid growth in Vietnam, driven by both card payments and QR Code transfers. This shift is supported by significant advancements in digital payment infrastructure and services.

Sconnect requests support from Vietnamese authorities in copyright dispute

Despite ceasing to own the Peppa Pig cartoon character series since September 2023, entertainment company eOne persists in claiming copyright over Wolfoo content on YouTube, leading to significant financial losses for Sconnect.

LockBit 3.0 emerges as major cybersecurity threat in Vietnam

LockBit, a pernicious strain of ransomware, has evolved into its latest iteration, LockBit 3.0, posing a significant and escalating threat to the cybersecurity landscape of Vietnam.

Digital firms call for gov't support when doing business internationally

Many digital firms complain they have encountered difficulties when trying to enter foreign markets and need support from the government and associations.