The Top 10 outstanding digital technology firms in Vietnam 2023 will be officially announced at an award ceremony later this year, according to the event’s organiser at a press conference held in Hanoi on June 27.
Hanoi (VNA) - The Top 10 outstanding digital technology firms in Vietnam 2023 will be officially announced at an award ceremony later this year, according to the event’s organiser at a press conference held in Hanoi on June 27.
Hosted by the Vietnam Software and IT Services Association (VINASA), the event aims to honour businesses in the information and communication technology (ICT) industry as well as connect them with partners and customers inside and outside the country.
Nguyen Thi Thu Giang, VINASA’s Vice Chairwoman and General Secretary, said Vietnam's IT market has grown tremendously over the past 10 years.
IT revenue in 2022 was 148 billion USD, an increase of nearly four times, of which the software and IT services industry was about 13 billion USD, she noted.
The current IT workforce is over 300,000 employees, an increase of nearly two times. Vietnam already has more than 10 enterprises with more than 1,000 employees, and a large number of enterprises with 200-900 employees.
The demand for global transformation is still increasing, she said.
Illustrative image. (Photo: vneconomy.vn)
The top 10 firms this year will be selected in 25 fields, divided into six groups, including traditional fields of the IT industry (digital transformation platform, export of IT software and services, digital transformation services and solutions, IT services and solutions, production and distribution of ICT equipment) and priority areas for digital transformation (digital government, smart city, e-commerce, FinTech, EdTech, PropTech, HealthTech, AgriTech).
Especially, this year's programme will have two new fields, namely"Top 10 pioneering enterprises in implementing digital technology " and “Top 10 digital transformation solution consulting enterprises”.
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About 5,600 digital technology firms were established in 2021, raising the total number of such firms in Vietnam to around 64,000, according to the Ministry of Information and Communications.
Vietnam is a top market in adopting new technologies, in which 58% of digital consumers have used online banking solutions, e-wallets, money transfer applications, and digital banking.
Vietnamese digital technology enterprises have both advantages and challenges when going global, and support and coordination are needed, according to insiders.
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the National Innovation Centre (NIC) under the Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI), through the programme “Human Resources for Innovation – Startup Ecosystem” (USAID WISE), on June 21 organised a workshop “Future of jobs in digital economy” and launched a digital workforce platform.
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 press conference. (Photo: VNA) 
Illustrative image. (Photo: vneconomy.vn) 
