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Vietnam’s startup ecosystem ranks 56th globally, two cities in Top 200

Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City have been listed among the top 200 startup cities globally, according to an announcement shared by the Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) at a press conference for the Vietnam Innovative Startup Day (TECHFEST) 2024.

Vietnam introduces stricter gaming limits for minors to combat addiction

Vietnam’s latest decree on Internet use and gaming aims to curb addiction and mitigate negative impacts on youth and the economy.

Vietnam to earn billions of dollars if it can apply AI

If AI tools are applied on a large scale, the economic benefit would be VND1.89 trillion, or $79.3 billion, to Vietnamese businesses by 2030.

E-sports appears in VN later than other countries but grows rapidly

Vietnam is less competitive in traditional sports, but has never been inferior in intellectual sports, experts say.

$152 billion industry: Vietnam’s digital tech sector shines

The International Digital Investment Forum, a highlight of Vietnam Digital Week 2024, showcased the nation’s $152 billion tech industry and its international potential.

Minister hails “+1” policy for semiconductor and ICT cooperation with Korea

Vietnam’s draft law on the digital technology industry was a focal point in talks between Minister Nguyen Manh Hung and NIPA Chairman Hur Sung Wook, who highlighted the shared opportunities for bilateral collaboration.

Vietnam and Burundi sign MOU on telecom and technology development

On November 19, Vietnam’s Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) signed a memorandum of understanding with Burundi’s Ministry of Communication, ICT, and Media to foster technological and telecommunications development.

Open RAN and 5G policies take center stage at ASEAN 5G Summit in Vietnam

The fifth ASEAN 5G Conference, held on November 19 during Vietnam International Digital Week 2024, brought together regional leaders to discuss the critical role of 5G in ASEAN’s growth and connectivity.

Vietnam hosts 21st ASEAN Information Officials Meeting during Digital Week 2024

The 21st ASEAN Senior Officials Meeting Responsible for Information (SOMRI), a highlight of Vietnam International Digital Week 2024, commenced on November 19 in Ha Long, Quang Ninh Province.

HCM City lacks human resources for digital transformation

HCM City People’s Council Chair Nguyen Thi Le expressed concern about the lack of high-quality human resources in digital technology to meet the needs of the city's rapid and strong development.

How to spot and avoid online financial scams in Vietnam

The Vietnam Cyber Emergency Response Center (VNCERT/CC) has alerted the public to a growing trend of online financial scams, urging vigilance against deceptive loan offers.

Authentication requirement on social media expected to lead to cautious speech

The new regulations on comments on social networks eliminate anonymity, so Internet users must be responsible for what they write online.

New decree exempts small social networks from licensing in Vietnam

Social networks with fewer than 10,000 visits or 1,000 regular monthly users will no longer need a license under the recently issued Decree 147.

Beware: sophisticated online scams targeting Vietnamese Internet users

With the rapid increase in online fraud cases, Vietnamese authorities are urging the public to remain vigilant against sophisticated scams targeting bank transactions, holiday travelers, and social media users.

5G, AI, and digital strategy take center stage at Vietnam Digital Week

As Ha Long City welcomes global tech leaders, Vietnam International Digital Week 2024 aims to chart a sustainable digital future through strategic partnerships and innovative solutions.

Telecoms service providers invest in 4G, 5G technologies

Telecoms service providers in Vietnam are investing in 4G and 5G mobile phone connectivity infrastructure at the same time.

20% of TikTok’s H-1B workers in the U.S. are Vietnamese

Vietnam is among the top five contributors to TikTok's U.S. workforce, with many employees hired under H-1B work visas by ByteDance.

Games using images of playing cards no longer licensed by gov't

The government has issued Decree 147/2024 on the management, supply and use of the internet and information on the internet under which games with images of playing cards won’t be licensed.

World will flock to VN to make chips soon: officials

While the world is witnessing big changes in the semiconductor industry, Vietnam is making every effort to improve its position in the global chip supply chain.

Social network users must authenticate accounts from December 25

Livestreamers who work commercially will have to use personal identification numbers to authenticate their accounts.