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Deputy PM urges quick replication of “AI Vietnam Academy” nationwide

The programme is the result of cooperation between the Vietnam National Innovation Center (NIC), HUST, and the US-based tech giant NVIDIA, aiming to implement the cooperation agreement signed between the Vietnamese Government and NVIDIA.

Beneath Vietnam’s forest, a cave system ranks among Southeast Asia’s longest

The cave system is in an arched formation, with colourful rock layers in predominantly brown hues forming the ceiling near the entrance. Some passages feature low ceilings that barely touch visitors’ heads.

Vietnam Space Center urged to lead in satellite technology

At the Space Museum launch, Deputy PM Nguyen Chi Dung called for Vietnam to lead in satellite research.

Vietnam’s 10-year UAV quest leads to historic export deal

Once doubted, Vietnam’s drone tech now earns global respect after a hard-fought R&D revival.

Efforts made to promote digital branding with national domain “.vn”

The Vietnam Internet Network Information Centre has organised various activities in August to promote the national domain name “.vn” among individuals and organisations, with a particular focus on young people.

Blockchain cannot thrive without security: Lieut Gen Nguyen Minh Chinh

At the GM Blockchain Security Forum 2025, Lieutenant General Nguyen Minh Chinh noted that security is a prerequisite for building digital trust and developing a safe, transparent, and sustainable blockchain ecosystem.

Starlink opens first ground station in Vietnam with FPT partnership

Starlink has set up its first ground station in Vietnam at FPT Fornix HCM02, enabling satellite internet services.

Vietnam strengthens digital transaction security with new signature rules

Vietnam introduces new digital signature regulations to strengthen online transaction security and legal integrity.

PM approves national data strategy to drive digital government

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung has signed the PM’s decision approving the national data strategy at the recently-inaugurated National Data Centre No.1.

Vietnam, UK strengthen semiconductor cooperation

The National Innovation Centre (NIC), in coordination with the British Embassy in Vietnam, co-hosted the Vietnam – UK Semiconductor Forum in Hanoi on August 18.

Viettel begins $1 billion tech investment with two national projects

Viettel breaks ground on an R&D hub and data center with transformative impact for defense and digital transformation.

Vietnam opens Southeast Asia’s largest national data center

The Ministry of Public Security has launched National Data Center No.1, a critical infrastructure milestone for Vietnam’s digital future.

National data centre embodies Vietnam’s will, aspiration: PM

National Data Centre No.1 is among the largest in Southeast Asia. It is the first national-level centre to receive top-tier international certificates, with disaster resilience and the highest levels of security and safety.

Gia Lai hosts first summer school on AI, quantum computing

The programme aims to provide a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of cutting-edge advances in AI and quantum computing.

Vietnam aims to bring back 100 top experts by August 2025

The government targets 100 top scientists returning to work in Vietnam with new incentive policies

Da Nang moves to attract major semiconductor investments

Da Nang aims for its digital economy, by 2030, to make up at least 35–40% of the total GRDP and attract a minimum of 5,000 high-quality semiconductor professionals.

AI filmmaking with Veo 3: creative leap or recycled tropes?

A wave of AI-generated short films has taken Vietnamese social media by storm, powered by Google’s Veo 3, creating cinematic visuals without the need for studios.

Vietnam to unify standards for smart city development

National standards for smart cities to remove barriers, boost integration, and improve public services.

Vietnam needs skilled space scientists to protect sovereignty: former minister

Nguyen Quan, former Minister of Ministry of Science and Technology, says Vietnam should invest more heavily and extensively in space technology for the sake of national security and defense needs.

Vietnam secures first export of 5,000 drones to South Korea

On August 12, Vietnam secured its first-ever order to export 5,000 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to South Korea, marking a new era for the country’s UAV technology.