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iPhone 17 Air: Apple’s thinnest iPhone yet with a next-gen battery

Despite its ultra-slim form, the iPhone 17 Air is expected to feature a cutting-edge high-density battery, ensuring top-tier battery life without compromising size.

Government boosts investment in science and innovation with $400 million fund

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh announced plans to allocate an additional $400 million from increased revenue and cost savings to support science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation.

Vietnam honors two female scientists with 2024 Kovalevskaia Prize

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh presented the Kovalevskaia Prize to two distinguished scientists for their groundbreaking research and technological applications, furthering Vietnam’s scientific development.

Why is Japan so interested in Vietnam’s semiconductor workforce?

In the context of Japan’s ambition to revive its semiconductor industry, Vietnam’s workforce is seen as a solution to the island country’s thirst for human resources.

Viettel introduces "Make in Vietnam" cybersecurity solutions to European market

These solutions aim to help European companies and organisations proactively protect their systems against evolving cyber threats, minimise data loss risks, and ensure business continuity.

Vietnam’s GreenAms Robotics triumphs, advances to Global VEX Robotics finals

The 13-member team will now represent Vietnam at the VEX Robotics World Championship in May 2025 in the US.

Viettel High Tech forms partnership to test 5G solutions in Middle East

The partnership between Viettel High Tech and DU aligns with the UAE’s national digital strategy, which prioritises investment in telecommunications infrastructure to drive economic growth.

iPhone 16e teardown reveals bigger battery and Apple’s new C1 modem

iFixit’s teardown of the iPhone 16e reveals a larger battery, Apple’s self-developed C1 modem, and improved AI capabilities. While repairability remains a challenge, key upgrades include 8GB RAM and an enhanced Action Button.

Hoa Lac Hi-Tech Park to be transformed into sci-tech city

The Hanoi People's Committee on March 4 issued a decision approving the outline for the development of Hoa Lac Hi-Tech Park through 2030, with a vision extending to 2045.

Professor shares insights on elevating startups to international stature

Vietnamese startups will be able to quickly join international markets with innovative products and technologies, and proficiency in foreign languages, according to Prof Tran Luong Son, Director of the Entrepreneurship Program at SUNY Cobleskill.

Vietnam restores IA undersea cable, APG repairs to be completed by April

Vietnam’s IA undersea cable has been fully repaired, restoring international Internet connectivity. The APG cable, still under maintenance, is expected to be fixed by early April 2025.

Ho Chi Minh City accelerates AI, semiconductor, and blockchain development

HCMC is advancing AI, semiconductors, blockchain, and 5G/6G technology to become a Southeast Asian innovation hub by 2045, aiming for a 50% digital economy share.

iPhone 17 Air leaks: No Ultra-Wide camera, no SIM tray, and no bottom speaker

Apple’s iPhone 17 Air is dropping key features like the Ultra-Wide camera, physical SIM slot, and bottom speaker in favor of a slimmer design.

QTSC gets boost to become Southeast Asia’s leading digital tech hub

Resolution 98 and Resolution 57 have created a ‘dual boost’, propelling Quang Trung Software City (QTSC) to become Southeast Asia’s leading digital technology hub.

Vietnam jumps 15 places in global mobile Internet speed rankings

With an average download speed of 134 Mbps, Vietnam’s mobile Internet is now among the world’s fastest, supported by rapid 5G deployment.

Hackers set sights on self-driving cars and drones as cyber threats evolve

Cybersecurity experts warn that the next wave of attacks will hit autonomous systems, posing risks to public safety and infrastructure.

Japan turns to Vietnam for semiconductor workforce amid growing labor shortage

As Japan revives its semiconductor industry, a labor shortage threatens growth. Vietnamese professionals are becoming a key solution for Japan’s booming semiconductor sector.

27 earthquakes reported in February, mostly in Kon Tum Province

On February 19 there were four consecutive earthquakes with magnitudes from 2.5 to 3.7 while there were three quakes with magnitudes from 3.1 to 3.4 on February 2.

Despite locked funds, Pi miners refuse to give up as price drops

Pi Network sets March 14 as the final KYC deadline. Those who fail to verify by this date will permanently lose their mined Pi.

International experts participate in hardware camp in Vietnam

The programme is jointly organised by the Rencontres du Vietnam Assocation, the International Centre for Interdisciplinary Science and Education, and its Institute for Interdisciplinary Research in Science and Education (IFIRSE).