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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.

Vietnam to experience rare blood moon in early hours of September 8

Skywatchers in Vietnam will witness a breathtaking total lunar eclipse, with the Moon glowing red for over an hour.

Vietnam launches world-first iSpectra mobile interference detection system

The Ministry of Science and Technology unveils iSpectra, a pioneering solution in radio frequency management never before deployed globally.

Vietnam aims to master 20 strategic technology products by 2027

According to the Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST), the development of strategic technologies will start from enterprises, progressing towards forming technology industries contributing 15-20 percent of GDP.

General Secretary: Vietnam must master nuclear technology with safety first

Party chief urges absolute safety, innovation, and international cooperation in atomic development.

Vietnam’s mobile speeds hit global top 20

Vietnam’s mobile internet averages 146.64 Mbps and fixed broadband 203.89 Mbps, with 5G now covering 26% of the population.

Make in Vietnam 2025 adds strategic tech category to digital awards

On September 4 in Hanoi, the Ministry of Science and Technology officially launched the 2025 Make in Vietnam Digital Technology Product Awards. This is the first time the awards are held by the ministry following its recent merger.

FPT harbors big ambitions in billion-dollar e-sports market

Esports, or electronic sports, has been growing rapidly in recent years, and is projected to reach $48.09 billion by 2034. With such growth, Vietnamese firm FPT has been openly ambitious about entering the field.

Zalo’s number of users hits 78.3 million, putting telcos at ‘pipeline trap’

Zalo has set a new record with 78.3 million monthly active users and 2 billion messages sent daily. This milestone not only solidifies Zalo’s top position in the OTT messaging sector but also poses significant challenges for mobile network operators.

Vietnam showcases cutting-edge UAVs at national exhibition

From combat drones to cargo transporters, reconnaissance units, and firefighting UAVs, a wide range of unmanned aerial vehicles are drawing crowds at Vietnam’s “80 Years of Independence - Freedom - Happiness” national achievements exhibition.

Technology firms powerfully demonstrate innovation at 80-year national expo

The “80 Years of National Achievements” exhibition spotlighted revolutionary AI, 5G, and defense technologies by Vietnam’s tech leaders.