Artificial Intelligence Day looks to unlock power of generative AI
Vietnam Artificial Intelligence Day (AI4VN) 2024 is themed “Unlock the Power of Generative AI”, and is scheduled to take place at the National Convention Centre in Hanoi on August 23.
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam Artificial Intelligence Day (AI4VN) 2024 is themed “Unlock the Power of Generative AI”, and is scheduled to take place at the National Convention Centre in Hanoi on August 23.
This year’s event is expected to attract a large number of experts, and leaders of technology and AI-developing businesses in Vietnam and other countries, along with many universities.
Under the direction of the Ministry of Science and Technology, it has been held each year since 2018 by the e-newspaper VnExpress in coordination with the Vietnam Club of Faculties, Institutes, Schools, and Universities of Information and Communication Technology (FISU).
At the main session on August 23 afternoon, representatives of international enterprises and domestic experts will look into AI development trends in the world and Vietnam, along with the country’s preparations, potential, opportunities, and challenges when developing and applying AI.
AI4VN 2024 will include four-panel discussions about AI automation, the application of generative AI at small- and medium-sized enterprises in Vietnam, data centre, and AI cloud, as well as AI application to healthcare.
A representative of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) will deliver a speech on international cooperation in ensuring AI safety.
In addition, an AI expo will be held to showcase outstanding AI products of businesses, institutes, and schools. There, visitors will have a chance to experience the AI-based products available in the Vietnamese market.
The organising board is also set to present AI Awards 2024 to outstanding AI-based products and solutions on this occasion. Forty-eight entries have been shortlisted. This is the second year the AI Awards are presented as part of the AI𒊎4VN./.
Vietnam looks to build ten reputable artificial intelligence (AI) brands in the region and become an AI bright spot in the world, according to the Government’s national strategy on AI research, development and application.
Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Manh Hung paid a working trip to the Republic of Korea (RoK) in early August, aiming at bolstering cooperation between the two countries in the areas of digital transformation and AI.
Vietnam's digital economy is projected to grow 11-fold by 2030, reaching 220 billion USD, nearly half of the country's current gross domestic product (GDP).
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 week features a rich lineup of activities, including a plenary conference on blockchain and AI development, thematic seminars on future technology trends and investment visions, applications of blockchain and AI in business, the Super Vietnam PitchFest, as well as forums for blockchain and AI.
According to the Politburo’s Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW, dated December 22, 2024, on making breakthroughs in the development of science, technology, innovation, and national digital transformation, this is considered a decisive factor in the development of nations. It is seen as a prerequisite and the best opportunity for Vietnam to become prosperous and powerful in the new era of the nation’s rise.
Vietnam’s demographic advantage, including a youthful population of 100 million in a “golden age”, further bolsters its ambitions. Its dynamic workforce, with a natural inclination toward science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), is a key asset in attracting private investment to innovation-driven sectors.
