As the convergence of artificial intelligence (AI) and 5G technology reshapes global economies, Vietnam is emerging as a country with strong digital ambitions, though experts warn that strategic investments, particularly in 5G infrastructure, remain essential for long-term competitiveness.

AI HAY, a Vietnamese AI-powered knowledge research and search platform, has successfully completed a Series A funding round worth US$10 million.

Vietnam has made a significant leap on the global artificial intelligence (AI) map, ranking sixth out of 40 countries in the World AI Index 2025, recently released by the Worldwide Independent Network of Market Research (WIN).

The sixth Global Forum for Young Vietnamese Intellectuals officially opened in Hanoi on July 19, drawing 201 official delegates and over 300 observers and guests from cutting-edge fields such as artificial intelligence (AI), semiconductors, nuclear physics, green economy, and digital transformation.

VOV.VN - The Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics and Google will sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on science, technology, innovation, digital transformation, and artificial intelligence (AI) application.

AI-powered cameras will replace police, automatically detect violations around the clock, and send violation notifications within 2 hours, according to the Traffic Police Department.

Hundreds of AI-powered cameras with advanced traffic management and enforcement capabilities are being deployed across Hanoi, aiming to replace traffic police on the streets by December 18.

VOV.VN - AI Hay, a Vietnamese-developed platform that combines generative AI and social networking, announced the successful completion of its US$10 million Series A funding round on July 2.

As the main city of the central region, Da Nang possesses significant potential and advantages to become a national high-tech centre, with a strategic focus on semiconductors and artificial intelligence (AI).

VOV.VN - UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay has been honoured with the "For the Cause of Vietnam’s Diplomacy" insignia, in recognmition of her significant contributions to promoting Vietnam’s cultural heritage and further strengthening the strategic partnership between the country and UNESCO.