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Laws on artificial intelligence crucial for digital transformation: experts

Experts say it is crucial to understand how responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) will help humans enhance their intellectual capabilities.

Vietnam needs to harness 'synergistic power' to develop rapidly like Singapore

Vietnam can accelerate its pace of innovation by leveraging "synergistic power" and learning from Singapore's experiences in developing its semiconductor industry.

Foreign enterprises to invest in low-earth orbit satellites in Vietnam

Vietnam is moving towards allowing foreign investment in low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite technology, as the global industry is currently dominated by international corporations.

Ministry call out for technology breakthroughs following Gov't action programme

Resolution No 57-NQ/TW on breakthroughs in science, technology, innovation and national digital transformation was issued on December 22 last year by Party General Secretary To Lam.

AI & Semiconductor 2025 Conference to gather 1,000 industry leaders in Vietnam

The International conference on Artificial Intelligence and Semiconductors 2025 (AISC 2025) will bring together global leaders to discuss breakthroughs in these fields, reinforcing Vietnam’s position in the global semiconductor and AI value chain.

Ninh Thuan urgently clears land for nuclear power project

Ninh Thuan Province is urgently carrying its tasks to ensure the overall progress of a nuclear power project.

Ba Ria - Vung Tau to develop $15.6 million marine science and technology hub

Ba Ria - Vung Tau is set to develop a cutting-edge marine science and technology hub covering over 10 hectares. The $15.6 million project will drive innovation in offshore wind energy, hydrogen power, and biotechnology.

Networks of technology talent training centres to be established

The project aims to establish at least one or two networks of such centres in each priority technology sector serving Industry 4.0.

Mekong Delta to prioritise attracting high technology projects

Mekong Delta provinces will prioritise calling for businesses to invest in projects with modern technology and digital platform applications.

3D technology raises bar on cultural preservation

In a significant push toward digital transformation, Vietnam is capitalising on 3D technology to preserve and promote its rich cultural heritage, aligning with the Party's directions on cultural development.

Vietnam and the AI race: learning from DeepSeek’s success

The launch of DeepSeek is just one piece of China’s larger AI puzzle. With a clear roadmap and strong state-backed initiatives, China is positioning itself as an AI superpower. What steps can Vietnam take to follow suit?

Vietnam adopts bold new policies to boost scientific innovation

The National Assembly has approved groundbreaking policies that allow for calculated risks in research, granting scientists greater autonomy and funding flexibility.

Accepting risks in scientific research

Minister Nguyen Manh Hung emphasizes that Vietnamese businesses, especially large companies, should take on the mission of mastering strategic technologies to control the country's digital transformation process.

Five lessons learned from five years of national digital transformation

Reviewing the implementation of the National Digital Transformation Program over the past five years, the Ministry of Information and Communications, as the standing agency of the Digital Transformation Committee, has drawn key lessons for success.

VN enjoys competitive construction costs to develop data centres

Cushman & Wakefield stressed that Việt Nam continued to be recognised as an attractive destination for data centre investors.

Telecom carriers to enjoy special incentives if they develop 5G infrastructure

Telcos that deploy 5G infrastructure and build 20,000 or more 5G base transceiver stations (BTS) by 2025 will be given financial support equal to 15 percent of average equipment costs for every BTS.

Two new lizard species discovered in Vietnam

Scientists from the Institute of Ecology and Biological Resources (IEBR) and the Institute of Genome Research, both under the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology, have discovered two new lizard species in Vietnam.

Young startup turns technology into competitive weapon

Starting a tech business is always challenging, but it offers young entrepreneurs the chance to create bold and inspiring stories.

Can Vietnam’s LEO satellite initiative transform its digital landscape?

The National Assembly has approved a pilot program for LEO satellite telecommunications, allowing foreign investments while ensuring national security.

‘Silicon Island’ of Japan looks to Vietnam for semiconductor talent

Japan’s semiconductor hub, Kyushu, is eyeing Vietnam as a strategic partner in workforce development and industry collaboration.