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FPT president proposes teaching AI at general schools and universities

Truong Gia Binh, president of FPT, has proposed introducing AI into teaching across the entire education system, from general to tertiary education, under the approach of “learning AI and learning with AI” to build a future-ready workforce.

Does Starlink stand a chance in Vietnam’s market?

Given the current infrastructure and pricing landscape in Vietnam, Starlink's opportunity to compete directly with domestic telecom carriers is believed to be limited.

Vietnam accelerates 5G rollout, paving the way for 6G development

Vietnam’s telecommunications carriers are racing to expand the 5G coverage, commercialise services effectively, and lay the groundwork for 6G, a roadmap seen as essential to sustaining the country’s digital transformation.

Ho Chi Minh City draws billions of USD in tech infrastructure deals

Foreign direct investment inflows into Ho Chi Minh City have accelerated since the start of the year, fueled by a string of multi-billion USD deals on data infrastructure and digital technology.

Vietnam tightens grip on digital platforms over IP violations

Vietnam’s revised law requires proactive measures from digital intermediaries.

Sci-tech revenue up 17% in March

The sci-tech sector contributed 133.5 trillion VND to the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) in March, a 28% increase from the same period last year.

Four rare species found in Than Sa – Phuong Hoang Nature Reserve

All the four species are classified under Group IB – Vietnam’s highest level of protection for endangered, rare, and precious wildlife, and listed as Endangered (EN) on the IUCN Red List.

Starlink faces uphill battle in Vietnam’s low-cost internet market

Satellite internet service Starlink is unlikely to compete directly with Vietnam’s established telecom providers, largely due to its higher cost and the country’s already well-developed broadband infrastructure.

Logitech appoints Sinem Erdogmus Yavuz to lead Southeast Asia

Logitech has announced the appointment of Sinem Erdogmus Yavuz as its new Regional Director for Southeast Asia, reinforcing the company’s strategic focus on one of the world’s most dynamic technology markets.

A 9x engineer builds Viettel’s data engine and global ambitions

What began as a seemingly routine internal challenge - manual data aggregation - has evolved into a major technological leap within Viettel Group, led by young engineer Nguyen Chi Dong.

Council set up to review revisions to Ninh Thuan nuclear project

Vietnam has established an appraisal council to review proposed changes to the investment policy for the Ninh Thuan 1 nuclear power project.

PM urges breakthrough push for double-digit growth in science, technology

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has called for breakthrough solutions to ensure double-digit growth in science and technology, innovation, and digital transformation, contributing to the country’s overall growth target.

From US$1 to billions: Dai Hung oil field becomes Vietnam tech symbol

After global giants walked away, Vietnamese engineers transformed a struggling oil field into a symbol of technological self-reliance.

Strategic autonomy begins from internal strength

In a volatile world, Vietnam’s long-term resilience depends on strengthening internal capacity, with technology, innovation and institutional reform at the core of sustainable growth.

Vietnam, India ink deal to step up IT cooperation

The Vietnam Software and IT Services Association (VINASA) and the Services Export Promotion Council of India (SEPC) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on cooperation in New Delhi on March 25.

6G ambition and the approaches to 6G technology: Part 1

The HCM City Department of Science and Technology has asked Viettel, VNPT, and MobiFone to research and pilot 6G. However, the enterprises have acknowledged existing difficulties.

Vietnam brings 5G to 90% of its population

After just over a year of deployment, Vietnam has rolled out nearly 40,000 5G base stations, covering 90% of its population and reaching close to 23 million subscribers as of February 2026.

VN approves atomic energy development strategy, targeting civil applications

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung has signed Decision No. 438/QD-TTg approving Vietnam’s Strategy for the Development and Application of Atomic Energy for Peaceful Purposes to 2035, with a vision to 2050.

Vietnam, Germany boost innovation, startup ecosystem connectivity

Vietnam and Germany are stepping up efforts to connect their innovation and startup ecosystems following the signing of an MoU between Vietnam's National Innovation Centre and the Centre for Entrepreneurship of the Technical University of Berlin.

Brainwave-powered AI project wins top prize at Vietnam hackathon

FocusIQ, an AI-driven exam preparation system using EEG technology, claims first place after an intense 36-hour competition.