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Developing a 'low-altitude economy': What is the roadmap for Vietnam?

The US, China, Japan, Singapore and other countries are following differing paths in developing a low-altitude economy. For Vietnam, the lesson lies in opening its low-altitude airspace gradually while building the capacity to manage data and safety.

Overseas Vietnamese experts help advance nuclear power at home

The Vietnam Nuclear Professional Network (VietNuc) held a seminar on Vietnam’s nuclear power programme at École Polytechnique in Paris on August 29.

New R&D rule could spur millions of dollars in additional tech investment

Vietnam’s proposed requirement that leading digital technology companies spend at least 3% of their annual revenue on research and development (R&D) could channel hundreds of millions of dollars into innovation.

Da Nang brings Vietnam’s historic Independence Day moment to life in VR

A VR experience in Da Nang will transport visitors back to Ba Dinh Square on September 2, 1945, when President Ho Chi Minh proclaimed Vietnam’s independence.

Zalo can compete on equal footing with foreign OTT platforms: official

Vietnam’s Zalo can compete on equal footing with foreign OTT platforms as the country strengthens its domestic digital technology sector and helps local companies expand overseas.

Vietnam adds AI category to Make in Vietnam 2026 Awards

Vietnam has added a dedicated AI category to the Make in Vietnam Awards for the first time, reflecting the country’s push to master the technology and make it a new driver of growth.

Optimising global science-tech cooperation to boost competitiveness

International cooperation in science and technology enables Vietnam not only to absorb advanced knowledge and technologies, but also to accelerate development, helping enhance national competitiveness.

3.5 billion-USD AI data centre complex proposed in Tay Ninh

An AI-focused data centre complex with a planned capacity of up to 200 MW has been proposed in southern Tay Ninh province, with the first phase expected to have a capacity of 100 MW and investment of around 3.5 billion USD.

Vietnam targets top-three ASEAN ranking in AI by 2030

Vietnam aims to rank among ASEAN’s top three countries in artificial intelligence (AI) by 2030.

WIPO identifies potential technology priorities for Vietnam

The World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) has identified five potential technology areas for further analysis in Vietnam as the country seeks to strengthen its strategic technology capabilities.

Vietnam shifts focus from marine research to technology mastery

Minister of Science and Technology Vu Hai Quan says Vietnam needs to reorganize its marine research capacity, investing strategically in talent, infrastructure, data and large-scale missions to gradually master ocean knowledge and technologies.

Spectacular lunar eclipse to transform the Moon on August 27-28

Up to 96% of the Moon’s surface will be covered by Earth’s shadow during a partial lunar eclipse in late August, potentially bathing the night sky in red in a spectacle eagerly awaited by billions of people.

Vietnam teachers and students get free access to Canva’s AI tools

Canva is offering its AI-powered teaching and lesson-design tools free to teachers and students across Vietnam, while more than 30,000 educators will receive AI training by year-end.

Sixteen teams compete for ASEAN AI Hackathon 2026 crown

Sixteen teams from across Southeast Asia entered the final round of the ASEAN AI Hackathon 2026 in Da Nang on August 21, competing for the championship with AI solutions designed to address real-world community challenges.

Nearly 200 experts explore AI’s impact on business at ICECH 2026

ICECH 2026 brought together research on some of the forces directly reshaping business, from artificial intelligence and digital transformation management to innovation, digital finance and sustainability.

BIGBANG Hanoi ticket rush puts CTicket technology to the test

More than 150,000 buyers queued at peak for BIGBANG’s Hanoi shows, putting CTicket’s anti-bot technology and Vietnam’s ticketing infrastructure through a high-stakes test

Vietnam turns to AI and Big Data to transform tourism

AI and Big Data are transforming Vietnam’s tourism industry, changing how businesses reach travelers, use data and compete for higher-value visitors.

CMC OpenAI showcases legal AI capabilities at ASEAN Law Forum

At the ASEAN Law Forum 2026 in Hanoi, CMC OpenAI introduced V-LegalBench, a benchmark for evaluating Vietnamese legal reasoning, alongside CLEX, a legal AI assistant built on the company's proprietary core technology.

Phu Yen Geopark seeks UNESCO Global Geopark status

Dak Lak province is seeking UNESCO Global Geopark recognition for Phu Yen Geopark to preserve its rich geological, natural, cultural and historical heritage.

VN to award 1,500 full scholarships for strategic technology training abroad

Vietnam will offer full scholarships to outstanding students and young scientists to study and conduct research in strategic technologies at leading universities worldwide under a programme approved by the Government.