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Vietnam aims to lead ASEAN in small modular nuclear reactor technology

In the context of global green transformation, nuclear power is reemerging as a national strategic priority. According to Minister Nguyen Manh Hung, Vietnam must seize the opportunity to develop small modular reactor (SMR) technology.

Zalo used by 85% of Vietnamese, surpassing global apps

With nearly 78 million regular users, Zalo has become Vietnam’s most-used OTT (over-the-top) messaging platform, surpassing even global giants like Facebook, Viber, and Telegram.

Vietnam speeds up digital-technology development by stimulating demand

At the Vietnam - Asia DX Summit 2025, Vo Tri Thanh, Director of the Institute for Branding and Competitiveness Strategy Research, emphasized the need to ignite demand to promote the development and application of digital technology.

Vietnam calls for stronger cooperation from Chinese tech firms

Vietnam always welcomes Chinese businesses and investors, especially in high-tech, digital transformation, and sustainable development sectors, said Vietnamese Consul General in Guangzhou Nguyen Viet Dung.

New project seeks to train workforce for nuclear power development

The project aims to meet the human resources demand of the Ninh Thuan 1 and Ninh Thuan 2 nuclear power plants by 2030.

Vietnamese firms harness strategic technologies for global expansion

Experts observed that Vietnamese businesses’ ambition to master technology comes at an ideal time, as the country experiencing a strong shift in digital and technology transformation, opening up vast opportunities for growth.

Vietnam can create its own GPT, says Nguyen Tu Quang

VINASA Vice President calls for national effort to unlock Vietnam’s AI potential.

Medical experts call for faster clinical trial reforms in Vietnam

Vietnam risks falling behind in medical innovation without major policy reforms.

Vietnam - Asia DX Summit 2025 opens in Hanoi

By 2030, Vietnam aims to be in the top three in ASEAN and the top 50 globally in terms of digital competitiveness and e-government development. It also targets five globally recognised tech firms by 2030, and ten by 2045.

Vietnam approves plan to develop high-tech human resources

The scheme aims to strengthen Vietnam’s science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) capacity, fostering a workforce capable of driving innovation and participating in advanced research in strategic high-tech industries.

Vietnam, France collaborate in vaccine production technology transfer

Under the agreement, VNVC and Sanofi will gradually implement technology transfers to enable domestic production of several key Sanofi vaccines that are widely used in Vietnam.

Shared labs and skilled talent hold key to Vietnam’s tech-driven growth

Many businesses hope that access to shared equipment will help reduce investment costs, promote innovation, and strengthen cooperation.

Vietnam may assemble OpenAI and Jony Ive’s AI device

Vietnam emerges as a leading candidate to produce OpenAI's first AI hardware, designed by legendary iPhone creator Jony Ive.

Meta, Marvell: Vietnam is a top destination for high-tech investment

Meta and Marvell name Vietnam a top high-tech investment hub at 2025 Vietnam Investment Forum.

AI helps banks promote Sustainable Development Report

Leveraging AI in producing sustainability information may enhance efficiency, accuracy and also strategic decision making, a banking and finance forum has been told.

Network of overseas Vietnamese nuclear energy experts makes debut

A network of overseas Vietnamese nuclear energy experts (VietNuc) officially made its debut at the Vietnamese Embassy in Paris on May 18, on the occasion of the Vietnam Science and Technology Day.

Bioluminescent red tide stuns visitors in Ha Long Bay

A rare natural spectacle unfolded as seawater near Hon Gai turned red and glowed blue under light touch.

AI Tech Days to showcase latest solutions, expertise in Hanoi, HCM City

Recognising Vietnam's rapidly accelerating momentum and strong government prioritisation of artificial intelligence (AI) across key sectors, Avnet is set to catalyse this progress with its upcoming Avnet AI Tech Days – Shaping the Future of AI.

Pi Network co-founder resurfaces, but token value continues sharp decline

Nicolas Kokkalis, one of the two co-founders of Pi Network, appeared at the Consensus 2025 event to speak about the project. However, despite his reemergence and announcements, the price of the Pi token has continued to drop sharply.

Science ministry proposes national park to honor Vietnamese scientists

A proposal to build a monument park for Vietnam’s most impactful scientists marks a major step in honoring contributions to national and global progress.