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Vietnam and South Korea sign deal to boost AI and chip cooperation

A new MoU paves the way for deepening joint efforts in semiconductors and artificial intelligence development.

Vietnam sees rapid AI adoption, but depth still lacking

U.S. tech giant AWS continues to support Vietnam’s digital workforce with training and infrastructure.

Japan and Vietnam partner to foster future AI talent through global GCI program

JICA and HUST launch a global AI education program with lectures from the University of Tokyo, reaching over 9,000 students worldwide.

CMC shares Vietnam’s digital economy vision at UK forum

Vietnam’s leading tech group shared its growth roadmap at the Vietnam–UK Investment Forum.

Prime Minister: Data and digital transformation are key to national security

PM Pham Minh Chinh urges the use of data and digital technologies to enhance national preparedness for emerging security risks.

Where does Viettel get its funds to develop weapons?

Under a mechanism approved by the Politburo in 2023, Viettel is allowed to allocate up to 30 percent of its after-tax profits to reinvest in R&D, particularly in core technology and national defense.

Chinese tech firms look to invest in Vietnam’s AI and cloud sectors

Several major Chinese technology firms have expressed interest in investing in artificial intelligence, cloud computing, renewable energy, railways, and the digital economy in Vietnam.

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.