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Refusing shortcuts, these scientists light VN journey with courage and sacrifice

A portrait of Vietnamese scientists whose lifelong efforts are transforming agriculture, medicine, and technology.

The top tech trends of 2025: Switch 2, AI video, and magnetic accessories

From AI breakthroughs to hardware upgrades, 2025 marked a pivotal year where evolutionary innovation took center stage.

New IP Law transforms intellectual assets into commercial property

Intellectual property must become an asset of enterprises that can be valued, traded, included in financial statements, and used as collateral for loans or capital contributions, especially for new technology assets, digital technology, and AI.

Vietnam aims to be a top three ASEAN leader in high-performance computing

Vietnam launches a $310M HPC strategy to drive AI growth and train 1,000 experts by 2035.

VNeID may soon evolve into Vietnam’s national digital super-platform

The Ministry of Public Security has proposed upgrading VNeID into a national digital super-platform - transforming it from an identity verification app into a central access point for seamless interaction between the state, businesses, and citizens.

PM Chinh: an ‘innovation mindset’ can help Vietnam reach higher-income status

PM Pham Minh Chinh opened TECHFEST 2025, declaring that Vietnam's innovation aspiration is a "command of the heart, a mindset of the brain, the action of a startup, and a driving force for development," not merely a slogan.

Innovation is measured not by patent counts but how lives are changed: expert

Only real connections built on real data and real needs can become the driving force that helps Vietnam’s innovation and startup ecosystem truly take off and benefit many people, experts at a recent seminar said.

CMC showcases AI assistant & digital government tools at Project 06 Exhibition

Vietnamese tech giant CMC unveiled its latest innovations - including an AI-powered assistant for civil servants - at a high-level government digital transformation event in Hanoi.

Vietnam pilots crypto asset market with focus on cybersecurity

Nearly 200 experts and regulators gathered to discuss how Vietnam can safely trial a regulated crypto market.

VNPT launches dedicated AI company to drive high-tech innovation

VNPT has officially introduced VNPT AI, a specialized subsidiary poised to become a national AI powerhouse.

Vietnam sets orientations for applying nuclear energy across sectors

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung on December 17 signed Decision No. 2736/QD-TTg approving a plan to implement the master plan on the development and application of nuclear energy through 2030, with a vision to 2050.

Vietnam to build ethical, human-centered AI with new legislation

Vietnam's AI Law outlines a development path focused on innovation, transparency and human dignity in the digital age.

Vietnam’s AI ambitions spotlighted at Economic Forum 2025 by CMC chairman

At the Vietnam Economic Forum 2025, CMC’s Chairman Nguyen Trung Chinh called for empowering the private sector to lead digital infrastructure, data governance, and AI innovation.

5G now reaches 59% of Vietnam’s population

Vietnam ranks top 10 globally for broadband speed and aims to make its digital space safer and more trustworthy.

CMC brings digital governance to Vietnam’s grassroots at TECHFEST 2025

With eyes on digital sovereignty, CMC rolled out its “Make in Vietnam” digital transformation suite for grassroots public services.

Night Shippers: A spooky indie game putting Vietnamese couriers in the spotlight

Night Shippers is reshaping how Vietnam tells stories through games - one eerie alley at a time.

AI slop and rage bait reveal the dark underbelly of the digital age

The words of 2025, chosen by leading dictionaries, reflect a growing unease with AI, manipulation, and artificial emotion in the digital world.

Hanoi eyes turning Hoa Lac into Vietnam’s Silicon Valley

The ambition reflects the city’s vision to nurture world-class research, high-tech manufacturing and a thriving startup ecosystem capable of powering long-term growth.

AI hackathon connects Vietnamese tech engineers in Japan

The final round of the Vietnam–Japan AI Hackathon 2025 took place in Tokyo on December 13, bringing together eight outstanding teams from Vietnamese research groups and technology enthusiasts living and working in Japan.

Hanoi to launch $24M public venture fund to support tech startups

The city’s bold move embraces risk and innovation, positioning Hanoi as a future leader in Southeast Asia’s tech scene.