Registration for AI Accelerator Challenge 2021 opens
The registration for AI Accelerator Challenge 2021 (AAC 2021) organised by the Vietnam Silicon Valley Foundation (VSV Foundation) opens until 23:59 on March 25.
The registration for AI Accelerator Challenge 2021 (AAC 2021) organised by the Vietnam Silicon Valley Foundation (VSV Foundation) opens until 23:59 on March 25. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The registration for AIAccelerator Challenge 2021 (AAC 2021) organised by the Vietnam Silicon ValleyFoundation (VSV Foundation) opens until 23:59 on March 25.
Under the auspices of the Vietnamese Ministry of Science& Technology and support from the Aus4Innovation Programme, AAC 2021 is abrand-new national competition calling for all innovators to share theirbright ideas for rolling out artificial intelligence-driven innovation into newareas of industry, fields of science, and the day-to-day lives.
AI startup has undoubtedly been gaining a lot ofattention in recent years in Vietnam, but they often lack the support orvisibility they need to grow. AAC 2021 provides an exciting opportunity forinnovators to receive seed funding and incubation training to help them maximisetheir chances of success.
The programme is designed to open to any individualand team who want to contribute to the economic and social development ofVietnam by using AI technology.
During the first phase, applications will be screenedonline based on the answers on the application form and selected for the nextround.
The 15 selected starts-up will enter an intensiveone-month bootcamp programme in order to evaluate their personalities,mindsets, and collaboration with the programme.
These selected startups will be invited to make a 15-30-minute presentation in front of an expert panel.
The five selected startups will enter three-monthintensive bootcamp programme with access to mentoring and up to 200 million VND (8,723USD) in no equity funding.
Andrew Barnes, Australian Chargé d' Affaires toVietnam, highlighted achievements Vietnam has recorded in the COVID-19 combat,saying Australia is realising its strong commitments to supporting thecountry’s efforts in overcoming the pandemic and reviving the national economyfor a long-term through sponsoring initiatives promoting AI-driven innovations.
Thach Le Anh, Founder of the VSV Foundation, said theVSV Foundation forms part of the programme, aiming to help AI startups get access to consultantsin order to develop their business and call for investors./.
Tri Nhan, the first robot built in Vietnam with artificial intelligence (AI), is expected to be the future of teaching. With the ability to do maths, solve problems, and even read poems, the robot could one day become a teaching assistant.
The industrial zones and high-tech park authority (DHPIZA) of the central city of Da Nang has granted an investment licence to a semiconductor project worth 110 million USD from the firm United States Enterprises.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has approved a digital transformation programme for the library sector to 2025 with a vision to 2030, with an overall goal of strengthening the comprehensive application of IT, especially digital technology to enhance operational efficiency and form a modern library network.
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.
Ambassador Nguyen Minh Vu laid stress on the significance of the Hanoi Convention, particularly to the Asia – Pacific, to handling legal gaps in international cooperation against rapidly increasing global cybercrime.
The registration for AI Accelerator Challenge 2021 (AAC 2021) organised by the Vietnam Silicon Valley Foundation (VSV Foundation) opens until 23:59 on March 25. (Photo: VNA) 
