Videos and photos awarded at Happy Vietnam 2024 contest
Organised by the Ministry of Information and Communications, in partnership with the Việt Nam Association of Photographic Artists, the photo and video contest Happy Việt Nam 2024 announced its winners.
Hanoi inaugurates Core Data Centre Infrastructure
Hanoi People’s Committee officially inaugurated the city’s Core Data Centre Infrastructure at the Hoa Lac Hi-Tech Park on December 6. This milestone marks a significant step in building the city’s core IT infrastructure to support digital transformation and the development of a digital government.
Fraudulent schemes: Online sales, fake apps, and 'love charms' exposed
With the holiday season underway, online scams have taken on new forms in Vietnam, including fraudulent sales programs and apps that jeopardize personal and financial data.
NVIDIA to build AI research and data centres in Vietnam
US tech giant NVIDIA will develop a research centre and data centre dedicated to artificial intelligence (AI) studies in Vietnam, the National Innovation Centre announced on December 5.
Vietnam launches AI Ethics Committee to lead responsible innovation
As AI advances rapidly, Vietnam’s AI Ethics Committee seeks to provide guidance, ensuring transparency, accountability, and social benefits.
Promoting sustainable development of innovative startups
According to statistics, Vietnam has around 3,800 innovative startups, primarily concentrated in major cities. Two companies are valued at over 1 billion USD each, 11 exceed 100 million USD each, and several are nearing “unicorn” status. Overall, most innovative startups in Vietnam are in the early stages of their development lifecycle.
Actively participating in global semiconductor supply chain
Vietnam currently has about 50 semiconductor enterprises operating in many stages of semiconductor chip production. In addition, many other large corporations are still in the stage of researching and promoting new investment opportunities or expanding production scale.
National blockchain strategy and “equal opportunities” for all economies
“If Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a race requiring significant investment and superior technological infrastructure, accessible only to economic superpowers, blockchain is considered an ‘equal opportunity’ for all nations. We are now standing before a great opportunity with the official adoption of the National Blockchain Strategy.”
6,000 systems for e-transactions receive a 'trust mark' label
Labeling information systems used for electronic transactions with a 'trust mark' will help citizens differentiate genuine websites from fake ones.
Vietnam strengthens global partnerships to accelerate digital infrastructure
During a visit to Japan, Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Manh Hung met with global leaders to expand partnerships and accelerate Vietnam's digital infrastructure, focusing on sustainability and innovation.
PM issues directive to strengthen semiconductor and digital workforce training
Deputy Prime Minister Le Thanh Long has signed a directive to enhance workforce training for Vietnam’s semiconductor industry and core digital technologies, signaling a major step toward advancing the country’s technological capacity.
Hanoi hosts 2024 Vietnam-Asia Smart City Summit
The 2024 Vietnam-Asia Smart City Summit commenced in Hanoi on December 2, aiming to put forward technology solutions and management strategies that help cities modernise infrastructure and develop smart and sustainable services for residents.
Japanese firms turn to Vietnam for tech talent and digital transformation
Collaboration between Vietnam and Japan’s IT sectors continues to expand, with over 400 Vietnamese firms supporting key industries like manufacturing and finance.
Vietnam proposes joint working group with China on digital cooperation
Vietnam’s Ministry of Information and Communications and China’s National Data Administration have pledged to strengthen cooperation in digital economy and data sharing, aiming to boost development in both nations.
Vietnam to have 100 million Internet subscribers by 2029
Vietnam is on the brink of a digital revolution, with projections indicating that the country will record 100 million Internet subscribers by 2029.
Nearly 200 digital innovations vie for Make in Vietnam Awards 2024
With 183 entries shortlisted, the Make in Vietnam Awards 2024 is set to showcase Vietnam’s leading contributions to global and domestic digital technology advancements.
Vietnam ranked in leading group of cybersecurity countries
Vietnam continues to be among the countries with the highest overall cybersecurity index score in the fifth Global Cybersecurity Index.
Vietnam needs suitable legal policies to bring IT brands to the world: Insiders
In the span of two decades, Vietnam has emerged as a formidable player in the global software and IT service industry, boasting giants such as Viettel, FPT, CMC, and VMO since the launch of the "Go-global" movement. But what does it take for these businesses, both large and small, to break into international markets?
Telecoms service providers invest in 4G, 5G technologies
Telecoms service providers in Vietnam are investing in 4G and 5G mobile phone connectivity infrastructure at the same time.
Ministry warns consumers about fake brands online
The Authority of Information Security (AIS) under the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) has warned that scammers are using the names and images of major enterprises and brands to create fake sale promotions.
Việt Nam targets full mobile broadband coverage on highways, industrial zones by 2025
By 2025, Việt Nam aims to achieve 100 per cent mobile broadband coverage on all national highways, expressways and railways under a plan to enhance the quality of the country's mobile telecommunications network, approved by the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC).
AI's impact on Việt Nam's workforce: challenges and opportunities
Experts predict the demand for tech-savvy professionals in fields like AI, machine learning, cybersecurity and digital finance is set to skyrocket.
Vietnam's improved telecom infrastructure leads to leap in e-gov't ranking
The great efforts made in all three "pillars", including telecommunications infrastructure, the workforce and online public services, have helped Vietnam jump by 15 grades in the e-government ranking.
Vietnam ramps up efforts to reduce international domain misuse
The rising abuse of domain names for illegal activities has prompted the Ministry of Information and Communications to introduce new measures, including community monitoring and the application of AI for early detection.
