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Hanoi student invents dog attack deterrent

A student from Vietnam National University of Science's High School for Gifted Students has created a device that can help to protect people from being attacked by dogs.

Hanoi pavement deteriorate despite stone paving

 Many newly-paved streets pavements in Hanoi are seeing signs of damage after being put into use just over a year ago.

Vietnamese developer writes software to escape boss’ notice

Pham Van Toan, a coder in Hanoi, has created software that allows office workers to  read online newspapers, surf on the internet, order food or do other tasks during working hours. The software uses artificial intelligence(AI) at a basic level.

CBD becomes decisive to Hanoi retail market in Q1/2019

 The retail market in Hanoi has experienced a bustling period of time in the first quarter (Q1) this year thanks to the presence of more foreign retailers and the additional space in central business district (CBD). 

VN firms need to go digital

In the international integration process, revitalisation and innovation are the quickest way for countries and businesses to embrace digital transformation.

High-tech criminals targeting e-wallets: firms

 E-wallet users have become common targets of online malware attacks and cyber-security companies are warning Vietnamese users to be careful.

Cyber criminals using popular TV shows to spread malware: study

 Cyber criminals are using new episodes of popular TV shows to distribute malware, with Game of Thrones, The Walking Dead and Arrow being their favourites.

Violations of transparency still plaguing local securities market

 Violations in transparency and information disclosure are still rampant on the stock market and remain a problem to market members, public companies and auditors.

VN central bank resumes net injection to ease liquidity pressure

 The State Bank of Viet Nam has resumed open market operations for the first time since Tet (Lunar New Year) to improve liquidity in the banking system.

VN Industry and Trade Ministry mulls direct power sales

 The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) is considering allowing companies that use a lot of power to buy electricity directly from power plants.

Vietnam reach world No 98 place

Viet Nam improved one spot to No 98 in the world in FIFA rankings released on Thursday.

Poor demand around Tet strikes apartment market segment in Q1

 The first quarter of the year saw a fall in both supplies and sales of apartments in HCMC, at 57% and 52%, respectively, over the same period last year.

Vietnam's top chess player Liem reaches Dubai Open top 10

 Le Quang Liem entered the top 10 after the fourth round of the Dubai Open chess tournament on Friday.

Fewer traffic accidents, victims reported in first quarter

 As many as 4,030 traffic accidents resulting in 1,905 deaths and 3,141 injuries were reported in Viet Nam in the first three months of this year, according to the National Committee for Traffic Safety (NCTS).

Vinmec Hospital successfully performs HVAD artificial heart transplant

 The Vinmec Times City International Hospital has successfully installed a HeartWare ventricular assist device (HVAD) in a patient with end-stage heart failure, prolonging her life by up to seven years.

Many housing developers fail to build promised parks in HCM City

 Many housing projects in HCM City lack parks though all their units have been sold out and building one is mandatory for getting a development licence.

Hanoi adds more coaches for upcoming holidays

Hanoi Bus Station Company will meet the high demand for the upcoming holidays with additions to their fleet of buses and coaches.

Nha Trang’s low-cost tours pay low taxes, tarnish tourism image

VietNamNet Bridge - The Khanh Hoa provincial authorities are finding it difficult to control low-cost tours, which are booming in the sea city of Nha Trang.

Vietnam moves forward to phase out scrap plastic imports

The Vietnamese government has reiterated its intention to phase out scrap plastic imports, noting all scrap plastic inflows will be barred beginning in 2025.

Experts propose higher foreign holding in Vietnamese banks

The Vietnamese government should increase the foreign ownership ratio in local banks to facilitate the institutions to lure luring capital and governance experiences from prestigious foreign banks, experts proposed.