Most of the top tech firms in Vietnam performed well last year, with combined revenue reaching 374.4 trillion VND (16.7 billion USD) while employing around 93,000 workers in total.
VINASA announces the list of outstanding IT enterprises in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - Most of the top tech firms in Vietnam performed well lastyear, with combined revenue reaching 374.4 trillion VND (16.7 billion USD) whileemploying aro﷽und 93,000 workers in total.
The VietnamSoftware and IT Services Association (VINASA) revealed the information in Hanoion September 17.
This year,aside from the selection of 50 leading IT companies, the organising board alsopicked up 10 outstanding enterprises in digital transformation, Internet ofThings and new technology trends in the context of the Fourth IndustrialRevolution.
VINASA said the IT businesses have strong growthand affects th𓄧e trend in the market and IT sector in Vietnam.
The programme,the fifth of its kind, picked prestigious IT firms in Vietnam to introduce,promote, and connect with potential partners at home and abroad.
In the past the programme has supported manyeffective businesses, especially those operatingꦅ in the fields of marketing,communications, and cooperation development.
Launched inJune, the businesses are split into four sectors including business processoutsourcing (BPO), IT Outsourcing (ITO) and knowledge process outsourcing(KPO); software, IT solutions and services; digital content, mobile applicationand solutions and 10 firms with outstanding technologies in the Industry 4.0such as FPT, Viettel, VNPAY and MISA. Those chosenhave been pillars in the country’s IT industry with big potential such asViettel, FPT and CMC. In addition tobig players in the IT market, the 10 outstanding businesses have also broughtnew solutions to society. A specialpublication entitled “Vietnam’s 50+10 Leading IT Companies 2018” will becompiled in Vietnamese, English, and Japanese.-VNA
Two founders of Vietnamese tech companies were listed in the Southeast Asia’s top 30 tech founders this year by technology and start-up platform techinasia.com.
Vietnam must strive to become a powerhouse in the field of information technology, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc said, adding that the Ministry of Information and Communications, as the State management agency in the field, should lead the efforts towards this goal.
Authorities of the Mekong Delta province of Tra Vinh will work with the provincial startup community to promptly address its troubles, Chairman of the People’s Committee Dong Van Lam said on September 14.
The spirit of entrepreneurship is key to the development of startup businesses in Southeast Asia and for Vietnamese startups in particular, according to Dinh Thi Quynh Van, General Director of PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Vietnam.
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.
VINASA announces the list of outstanding IT enterprises in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (Photo: VNA) 
