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VNPT wins bid for 700 MHz spectrum to power 4G and 5G expansion

VNPT has secured the 700 MHz frequency block for nearly $83 million, marking a major step in Vietnam's 4G and 5G development.

Vietnam ranks 44th in Global Innovation Index 2025

Vietnam is in the 2nd position among the 37 lower middle-income group economies, and 9th among the 17 economies in South East Asia, East Asia, and Oceania.

Vietnam set to pass AI law and updated strategy by year-end

The Ministry of Science and Technology confirms Vietnam will update its AI strategy and enact a new AI law by the end of 2025.

The digital journey of MK Group Chairman Nguyen Trong Khang

From chip-based national ID cards to advanced radar and missile systems, MG Group is shaping the story of a digitally sovereign Vietnam, defending its national security and elevating its international standing.

AI takes center stage at Vietnam-Japan cybersecurity summit

Over 500 Vietnamese and Japanese enterprises convened in Da Nang to discuss “AI vs AI - the new front of cybersecurity.”

Tool for wood traceability management debuts

The Vn-WoodID application has been officially launched, becoming a key tool contributing to wood traceability.

Vietnam pushes strategic technologies to accelerate growth

Driving the development of strategic technologies such as semiconductors and artificial intelligence (AI) is seen as the key for Vietnam to accelerate its economic growth.

Vietnam's iSpectra system gains traction in global telecom talks

The mobile interference detection system iSpectra is drawing international attention, placing Vietnam at the forefront of wireless frequency management innovation.

Vietnam simplifies administrative procedures in science-technology sector

Permanent Deputy PM Nguyen Hoa Binh has signed Decision No. 1903/QD-TTg approving a plan to cut and streamline administrative procedures related to production and business activities under the management of the Ministry of Science and Technology.

Vietnam faces data colonialism threat in digital transformation era

Major General Nguyen Ngoc Cuong, Director of the National Data Center, has warned that Vietnam is facing the risk of "data colonialism" as the majority of user data remains stored on foreign platforms.

Digital textbooks: The next leap in Vietnam’s education transformation

Vietnam’s Ministry of Education supports the launch of GK eBooks, an advanced digital textbook platform that marks a major step forward in the nation's education digitalization.

Vietnam iContent 2025 celebrates creators driving social impact

Vietnam iContent 2025 returns with a message of national pride and digital innovation, uniting creators, platforms, and businesses to shape the future of online content.

Deputy PM pushes for sci-tech innovation to boost product value

Deputy PM Nguyen Chi Dung called for aggressive sci-tech adoption in production to enhance product value during a meeting with ministries and agencies in Hanoi on September 9 to discuss strategic technological products for immediate development.

Can Tho to host UAV and Robotics Centre for smart agriculture

The Mekong Delta city of Can Tho is set to host a new unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) – Agricultural Robotics – Pilot and Technician Training Centre, aimed at advancing smart farming practices in the Mekong Delta region.

Con Dao National Park releases rare elongated tortoise back into the wild

The elongated tortoise is one of the most beautiful and rare terrestrial tortoise species, listed in both the Vietnam Red Data Book and the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.

Vietnam exports additional 340,000 doses of ASF vaccine to Philippines

The AVAC Vietnam JSC exported its second batch of African swine fever (ASF) vaccine, AVAC ASF LIVE, comprising 340,000 doses, to the Philippines on September 8.

Vietnam to fast-track national digital framework for seamless integration

The Ministry of Science and Technology is racing to complete Vietnam’s national digital architecture to ensure nationwide connectivity and shared data usage.

Impressive Vietnamese AI solutions showcased at national achievements exhibition

A wide range of multi-agent artificial intelligence (Multi-Agent AI) solutions capable of fast interaction and responses, developed by Vietnamese engineers, was showcased at the National Achievements Exhibition (August 28 - September 15).

Vietnam harnesses AI to improve weather forecasting

Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a vital tool to enhance disaster prediction, reduce damage, and support timely response efforts.

Nine new bird species discovered in Dakrong Nature Reserve

A biodiversity survey using camera traps and digital photography found nine new bird species, including two rare ones, in Dakrong Nature Reserve, the Nam Quang Tri Special-Use Forest Management Board reported.