Ensuring information and national security is a top priority when applying internet of things (IoT) in production and life, a conference heard in Ho Chi Minh City on November 13.
At the Smart IoT and Cyber Sercurity Summit (Photo: VNA)
HCM City (VNA) –🍒 Ensuring information and national security is a top priority when applying internet of things (IoT) in production and life, a conference heard in Ho Chi Minh City on November 13.
Nguyen Khac Lich, deputy director general of the Ministryof Information and Communications (MIC)’s Authority of Information Security,said: “IoT is developing and that causes the number of cyberthreats andcriminals to increase sharply.” According to the Ministry of Public Security’s department of cyber andhigh-tech crime prevention, the number of prosecutions related to cybersecuritytopped 500 in the 18 months ending in June this year. Lich said the large number of no-name IoT devices usedin the country such as cameras posed a cybersecurity threat. The Government should develop a national strategy for IoT and ensurecybersecurity, and have specific policies and regulations governing standardsfor IoT products to prevent unsecured products from entering the country. He also emphasised the need for developing a skilled IT workforce to enablelocal manufacturers to make quality IoT products and for raising people’sawareness of security while using smart devices. Le Minh Manh, deputy director ofthe department of cyber high-tech crime prevention, said administrative and legal authorities should cooperate with IoT serviceproviders and users to manage and keep users’ information safe, while users have the responsibility to provide information to authorities to preventcybercriminals. He also called for improving cooperation with authorities and IoT providersin other countries to share information on cybercriminals. Delegates at the summit also expressed their concerns about security duringdata transformation and data sharing between provinces and cities. The annual Smart IoT and Cyber Sercurity Summit with the theme “Toward aSecure and Connected World” this year, was hosted by the MIC in collaborationwith the International Events & Consulting Group and Vietnam Internet Association. It was attended by around 1,000 delegates from the MIC, HCM City, local andinternational cybersecurity expert agencies, and business executives. It also featured an exhibition on IoT and Cyber Security with 20 stalls setup by leading companies from Vietnam and other countriessuch as VNPT, Viettel Cyber Security, Mobifone, Canon, Cisco, and Parasoft. They brought their latest IoT solutions and services such as cybersecuritysolutions, big data and analytics, cloud computing, 4G/5G cellular network,smart city, and smart building./.
Vietnam ranked 50th out of 175 countries on the Global Cybersecurity Index (CGI) in 2018, up 50 places from the previous year, according to a report by the International Telecommunications Union (ITU).
Vietnam wants to learn from international experience in cyber security, and stands ready to cooperate with international law enforcement agencies and organisations in this sphere, Minister of Public Security General To Lam has said.
The Vietnam Cybersecurity Emergency Response Teams/Coordination Centre (VNCERT/CC) will be put into official operation from November 1 under the management of the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC)’s Authority of Information Security.
Vietnamese businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), must embrace digital and AI transformations to remain competitive and achieve sustainable growth, experts said.
Under the European Union (EU)’s global initiative on Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Risk Mitigation Centres of Excellence (CoE), Vietnam has implemented numerous projects aimed at strengthening national capacity in detecting, preventing, and preparing for CBRN-related threats.
The course aims to promote knowledge exchange between scientific and educational schools from different countries, while deepening participants’ expertise in modern technology and technical education. It comprises two main specialisations of electronics-automation and nuclear technology.
ANTARA and VNA can design global-scale cooperation programmes or joint media campaigns, demonstrating the comprehensive strategic partnership between Vietnam and Indonesia, as well as the cooperation between the two national news agencies.
As Vietnam’s digital transformation accelerates, both the frequency and severity of cyberattacks are growing. The National Cybersecurity Association (NCA) reported that in 2024 alone, there were some 659,000 separate cybersecurity incidents, impacting around 46.15% of government agencies and businesses.
A key highlight will be the technology cluster pavilion, showcasing top enterprises selected for their innovation, market potential, and practical applications. These firms will display flagship products and solutions, supported by government policies to strengthen the tech sector.
Since 2022, more than 500 Vietnamese startups have engaged in Google’s Startup Academy, Google for Startups Accelerator, and Google Startup Masterclass. Nearly 100 of these firms received support to develop and improve their products, benefiting more than 300,000 customers and creating over 300 new jobs through successful fundraising and team expansion amidst Vietnam’s competitive economy.
Over the past three decades, Binh Duong has cemented its status as one of Vietnam’s most dynamic industrial hubs, building a robust foundation in manufacturing, exports, and investment. The province now has 30 operational industrial parks spanning over 13,000 hectares, with an occupancy rate exceeding 90%.
The diplomat emphasised that Vietnam places the highest priority on the development of science, technology, and innovation, viewing them as critical drivers for the country’s advancement in the new development era.
The PM revealed Vietnam’s plan to develop nuclear power in the near future, and called on the Swedish side to assist Vietnam in developing and refining legal and policy frameworks for the use of nuclear energy for peaceful purposes; training and developing human resources; ensuring nuclear safety; and conducting training and drills to improve incident management capabilities.
More than an art showcase, the second “Technology with heart” contest seeks to inspire innovation and spotlight the humanistic values that technology can bring into daily life, expected to contribute to a sustainable digital future.
The average speed of the national mobile broadband network remained stable, with download speeds reaching 76.86 Mbps and upload speeds reaching 26.98 Mbps.
Under the MoU, AMD will support several key initiatives spearheaded by HCM City’s authorities, including piloting policies, co-hosting innovation events, and evaluating the investment environment within the Saigon Hi-Tech Park.
The centre is a joint initiative between Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology, with PTIT and the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) serving as co-leads, and global telecommunications giant Nokia as founding industry partner.
The new centre, staffed by a team of scientists, researchers, and AI specialists working in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, forms part of Qualcomm’s global AI research group.
As a flagship initiative of the community project “Digital Literacy for All”, the programme forms part of a national scheme to equip 20 million young people with digital business skills.
The organisers hope the competition will help shape a generation of exceptional engineers who will make significant contributions to Vietnam’s scientific and technological progress in this era of transformation.
In the digital age and amidst the Fourth Industrial Revolution, IP plays an increasingly critical role, not only in safeguarding inventions but also in reducing copyright infringement and curbing piracy.
At the Smart IoT and Cyber Sercurity Summit
