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Vietnamese scientist granted Korean citizenship under MCOT initiative

Vietnamese Professor Nguyen Xuan Mung, who is currently working at Sejong University, has been granted Korean citizenship under the Ministry of Justice’s Multiple Citizenship for Outstanding Talent (MCOT) initiative.

Da Nang remains Vietnam’s fastest 5G city

The city has held the top spot since the start of this year. Its 5G performance is almost 1.5 times higher than runner-up Hai Phong (429.53 Mbps) and even the capital Hanoi (415.73 Mbps).

Major prospects for Vietnam’s space technology

Vietnam’s space industry stands on the brink of a breakthrough with solid foundations and timely policy support. Space technology is now a tangible and fast-evolving field in Vietnam.

Vietnam’s proposed high-tech law reform raises concerns among foreign investors

Revisions to Vietnam’s High-Tech Law spark concern among Korean and foreign investors over potential loss of incentives.

Vietnam’s low-altitude economy could hit USD 10 billion by 2035

Vietnam’s low-altitude economy could generate USD 10 billion and create one million jobs by 2035, according to Vu Anh Tu, Chief Technology Officer at FPT Group.

Vietnam leads Asia-Pacific with 11 ASOCIO ICT Awards

Vietnam has emerged as the leading country in the Asia-Pacific region at the ASOCIO ICT Awards 2025, winning a total of 11 awards, a record achievement that highlights the nation's growing role in the global digital landscape.

Vietnamese developers earn over $80 million from global app users

Games and mobile applications developed by Vietnamese programmers generated over 80 million USD in revenue from international users in 2024 - a 65% increase compared to the previous year, the fastest growth rate in the Asia-Pacific region.

CMC & Signal Corps forge strategic alliance grounded in discipline & innovation

At a recent ceremony held at the Signal Officer School in Khanh Hoa, CMC Corporation and the Signal Corps signed a strategic cooperation agreement focused on education and training, scientific research, and applied technology deployment.

Da Nang invests $8 million to build VN's Silicon Bay for AI & semiconductor R&D

Da Nang will invest over $8 million to build high-performance computing infrastructure, supporting chip design and AI development, aiming to become Vietnam's “Silicon Bay.”

Phong Nha - Ke Bang named Asia’s leading national park in 2025

Vietnam’s natural wonder has won two top tourism awards at the 2025 World Travel Awards, including Asia’s Leading National Park.

Vietnam emerges as new hotspot for AI data centre investment

A wave of investment in AI data centers is sweeping Vietnam, as domestic and international firms unveil multi-billion-dollar projects positioning the country as a rising regional AI hub.

CMC outlines AI and innovation roadmap to HCMC Party Committee delegation

CMC secures political support for AI-first strategy and digital economy initiatives as HCM Ciy’s party leaders tour key tech sites.

FPT earns US patent for AI that detects abnormal industrial sounds

A new AI technology developed by FPT has just been granted a patent in the United States, marking a significant milestone in Vietnam’s innovation journey on the global artificial intelligence landscape.

Artificial intelligence law submitted to parliament, marks tech policy milestone

The Ministry of Science and Technology has officially submitted Vietnam’s AI Law draft, setting the foundation for innovation and strategic autonomy.

Vietnam attracts $11.6bil. in foreign investment for semiconductor sector

Vietnam is fast becoming a strategic semiconductor hub with over 170 foreign-invested projects totaling nearly $11.6 billion.

Hue turns waste into resource through tech-enabled scrap collectors

A pioneering waste management model in the central city of Hue is transforming the lives of informal waste collectors, mostly women, and reshaping how the city approaches its circular economy goals.

Mild earthquakes recorded in three regions of Vietnam

A series of mild earthquakes were recorded in the northern, central and central highland regions of Vietnam over the past two days, rattling residents in Son La, Hue and Quang Ngai but causing no damage.

Vietnamese student’s pho-themed game goes viral globally

A student at Hanoi University of Science and Technology has created a pho shop simulation game that has gone viral with over 650,000 downloads.

PM directs acceleration of scientific-technological development

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed Directive No. 33/CT-TTg, calling for the accelerated and effective implementation of tasks under the Government's Resolution No. 71/NQ-CP.

Hanoi strengthens ties with IRD to tackle air pollution

Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Nguyen Manh Quyen on November 6 received Sylvain Ouillon, Chief Representative of the French National Research Institute for Sustainable Development (IRD) in Vietnam.