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From blueprints to commercial chips: What is Vietnam’s current status?

With tape-out costs reaching millions of USD and a missing manufacturing-testing ecosystem, the gap between a chip design and a commercialized product remains vast.

The Moon rotates, so why do we always see the same side?

The Moon spins on its axis, yet from Earth we always see almost the same face. The explanation lies in a celestial phenomenon billions of years in the making: tidal locking.

Vietnam, Italy launch joint space technology center in Hanoi

Vietnam is expanding its domestic space technology capabilities through a new R&D center jointly established by PTIT and Italy’s Temix, with research and product development to take place locally.

Vietnam pushes for joint accelerator technology lab with JINR

After 70 years of scientific cooperation with JINR, Vietnam is seeking to build a joint accelerator science and technology laboratory while developing stronger research teams and training a new generation of scientists.

Vietnam offers up to $114,000 for businesses adopting AI

Vietnam is offering grants of up to VND3 billion (US$114,000) per project to businesses and organizations deploying AI to solve practical problems and develop new products and services.

Why scientists are still hunting for a ninth planet

For more than a century, astronomers have been fascinated by an intriguing possibility: an undiscovered planet, provisionally known as Planet Nine, could be hiding in the most distant reaches of the Solar System.

Controlled sandboxes needed to speed up application of new technologies

Although the Political Bureau’s Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW allows pilot schemes for new practical issues and accepts risks and delays in science, technology and innovation, concerns over risks and responsibility persist.

Sea, OpenAI launch Vietnam Codex hackathon for AI builders

Vietnam will become the third stop for the Sea x OpenAI Regional Codex Hackathon Series, bringing developers together to build practical AI solutions with Codex and GPT-6 Astra.

Vietnam turns to advanced DNA technology to identify fallen soldiers

Vietnam is expanding the use of advanced DNA technology to identify soldiers whose remains have gone unnamed for decades, with a national DNA center now holding more than 37,000 remains samples for analysis.

Data-driven trust: the new competitive edge for businesses

In the digital economy, reliable data directly affects a company's ability to access capital, expand into new markets and participate more deeply in value chains.

Vietnam eyes UAV industry as key driver of low-altitude economy

Vietnam sees UAVs as an opportunity to build industrial capacity, master key technologies and move deeper into global value chains, according to National Innovation Centre Deputy Director Vo Xuan Hoai.

Hanoi approves controlled pilot of two technology projects

Hanoi has decided to allow the controlled pilot of two technology projects, with the municipal People’s Committee announcing the decisions at a ceremony held at Hoa Lac Hi-Tech Park on September 10.

VN leader proposes space network for development, resilience at global summit

General Secretary and President To Lam has proposed a “space for development and resilience” network. He stressed that outer space should serve peace and people and be used responsibly, safely and sustainably for humanity’s benefit.

Vietnam, Russia develop quantum technology cooperation roadmap

Prof. Dr. Tran Hong Thai, President of the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology (VAST), held talks with leaders of Russia’s Rosatom and leading scientific and training institutions.

Major shifts expected in Vietnam–Russia technology cooperation

Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology President Tran Hong Thai held talks with AFK Sistema Vice President Artyom Zassourky to advance cooperation in several strategic technology fields.

Vietnam, France explore new space technology cooperation opportunities

VNREDSat-1, a key achievement of Vietnam-France scientific cooperation, is more than Vietnam’s first Earth observation satellite.

Vietnam’s VTVgo takes a major step toward becoming a super app

Powered by AI and Big Data, VTVgo The Next represents Vietnam Television’s ambition to turn its streaming platform into a comprehensive digital ecosystem for Vietnamese families.

From Russia and France partnerships to Vietnam’s technology ambitions

Prof. Tran Hong Thai shares his perspective on Vietnam’s science and technology cooperation with two partners possessing significant strengths: Russia and France.

Enabling institutions needed for science-technology to generate new productivity

Further improving institutions and enhancing the effectiveness of policy implementation are particularly important for science, technology and innovation to truly become drivers of growth and generate new productivity, said experts.

Developing a 'low-altitude economy': What is the roadmap for Vietnam?

The US, China, Japan, Singapore and other countries are following differing paths in developing a low-altitude economy. For Vietnam, the lesson lies in opening its low-altitude airspace gradually while building the capacity to manage data and safety.