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Vietnam must break R&D barriers to accelerate global competitiveness

Research and development (R&D) is no longer an option for Vietnam - it has become a prerequisite to escape the middle-income trap and rise into the ranks of high-tech nations.

From doubters to believers: Vietnamese 9X launches high-precision robot arm

ELBOT, a six-axis robot arm made in Vietnam, is breaking barriers in automation tech.

Student becomes CEO in fourth year, shares startup vision with Prime Minister

Driven by the desire to become a pioneering company in applying brainwave technology to safety solutions, Tran Van Luc decided to embark on his entrepreneurial journey, becoming a CEO during his fourth year of university.

Vietnam’s semiconductor dream: Decades of hope, setbacks, and missed chances

From building silicon transistors in the '70s to today's tech race, Vietnam’s chip industry has long been burdened by unfulfilled ambition.

Fintech sandbox starts July 1: Vietnam bans cross-border trials

Vietnam’s new Fintech sandbox restricts testing activities to within national borders for up to two years.

The student CEO: young innovator shares entrepreneurial vision with PM

Driven by a vision to lead Vietnam in applying brainwave technology to safety solutions, Tran Van Luc embarked on an entrepreneurial journey, becoming a CEO in his fourth year at university.

Navigating digital change: CEO of Saigon Technology shares expert advice

Digital transformation is reshaping SME futures. CEO Pham Tien Thanh shares insights from the front lines of Asia’s evolving tech landscape.

Experts discuss nuclear energy development for national growth in new era

These developments underscore the Party and State’s determination to harness atomic energy as a strategic lever to ensure energy security, drive sustainable development, and deliver on Vietnam’s commitment to net-zero emissions by 2050.

Vietnam rises as regional tech powerhouse for global giants

Vietnam is fast becoming a strategic hub for global tech firms like Nvidia and Google.

Vietnam Blockchain Association flags TrustX Market for fraud risks

TrustX Market is under scrutiny by the Vietnam Blockchain Association for unauthorized use of images and promoting risky investment models resembling multi-level marketing schemes.

Vietnam’s cybersecurity sector struggles with severe talent shortage

Khong Huy Hung, CEO of Vietnam Cybersecurity Technology Corporation (VNCS), emphasized that Vietnam’s market is still “thirsting” for cybersecurity professionals - both in quantity and quality.

Prime Minister directs creation of youth science feedback channel

Vietnam will launch a platform to gather young people's input on science, innovation, and digital transformation, following a directive from PM Pham Minh Chinh.

Vietnam breaks ground on first data center exceeding 100MW

On April 23, Viettel Group broke ground on the Viettel Data Center and High-Tech Research and Development Hub in the Tan Phu Trung Industrial Park, Cu Chi District, Ho Chi Minh City.

Major prehistoric findings in Nghe An reveals ancient rituals

An archaeological team has made a significant discovery in the central province of Nghe An, providing new understandings of prehistoric coastal communities in the region.

Expanding HCMC requires new public-private synergy for sustainable development

Dr Huynh Dat Vu Khoa, who grew up in HCM City in post-war period, says his childhood memories are tied to the green river, boat race festivals, and rice mixed with bo bo grains.

Government urged to create major tasks, challenges for top scientists

Noting that Vietnam’s science and technology focuses on basic research, experts say it is necessary to devote more attention to development-oriented studies, which would require the government to set major tasks for top scientists to solve.

A new beginning for red-crowned cranes in Vietnam

On April 20, the People's Committee of Dong Thap Province held a ceremony at Tram Chim National Park to welcome the red-crowned cranes. Attending the event was Vice Chairman of the National Assembly, Le Minh Hoan.

Rare spiral well uncovered during village renovation in Bac Giang

A unique wooden structure, possibly centuries old, was found beneath a community well in northern Vietnam.

President of Vietnam honors first Vietnamese woman to fly into space

President Luong Cuong sends heartfelt letter to Amanda Nguyen, celebrating her groundbreaking journey into space.

Vietnam urged to create IP bank for locally designed semiconductor chips

Experts propose a centralized IP bank for Vietnamese semiconductor designs to foster innovation and reduce dependency on foreign technology.