Winners of Viet Solutions 2021, a contest seeking digital transformation solutions for Vietnam, were announced at a ceremony held by the Ministry of Information and Communications in Hanoi on October 18.
The first prize of this year's contest goes to Vintom with the solution to convert digital data to video. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Winners of Viet Solutions 2021, a contest seekingdigital transformation solutions for Vietnam, were announced at a ceremonyheld by the Ministry of Information and Communications in Hanoi on October 18.
The annual contest looks for technological ideas andproducts in the fields of healthcare,education, finance-banking, agriculture, transport - logistics, energy, naturalresources - environment, industrial production, entertainment -utilities, and corporate governance.
Specifically, the first prize of this year’s contest went toVintom with the solution to convert digital data to video.
The second prizes wereawarded to Cyber Purity with its application of artificial intelligence (AI) tofilter harmful information on the Internet, and DigiAds with its solution tomanage digital content on electronic screens to personalise each client.
The winners of Viet Solutions 2021. (Photo: VNA)
Meanwhile, “Dino Di hoc” (Dino Going to School) with aneducational application following Howard Gardner theory for children aged 3-6, andEmddi with a solution to manage taxis won the third prizes.
The first-prize winner received a cash prize of 300 millionVND (12,000 USD), meanwhile the winners of the second and third prizes were awarded200 million VND and 150 million VND, respectively.
Launched by the Viettel Military Industry and Telecoms Group and the Ministry of Information andCommunications in June 10, the contest attracted over 250 entries from 17countries in 11 fields.
The new feature of Viet Solutions 2021 is that theorganising board chose potential products to sign contracts right after theend of the preliminary round. So far, 16 solutions have been selected forcooperation./.
The Vietnam Internet Network Information Centre (VNNIC), in collaboration with NetNam JSC, has piloted two i-Speed Internet speed measuring stations in Singapore and Hong Kong (China) since September 5.
The military-run telecom provider Viettel announced on September 30 that it has received two more exclusive patents in the US for its two new inventions which were developed by a group of young engineers.
Three leading telecom services providers of Viettel, VNPT and MobiFone from September 12 to 30 completed setting up Internet connection in eight provinces and cities nationwide to facilitate online teaching and learning.
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 first prize of this year's contest goes to Vintom with the solution to convert digital data to video. (Photo: VNA) 
The winners of Viet Solutions 2021. (Photo: VNA) 
