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Creating awareness about the risks children face in cyberspace

Being aware of risks that can affect children online will help press agencies and journalists gain knowledge and skills to protect children.

Celebrities violating online conduct rules will face restrictions in Vietnam

The Ministry of Information and Communications has announced plans to restrict media appearances for celebrities who violate legal or ethical standards online.

With only ‘a slap on the wrist’, KOLs can continue to defy the law

Experts have called for heavier sanctions on KOLs (key opinion leaders) who deliver "deviant" speech, saying that an administrative fine of VND7.5 million is not enough to deter violators.

Draft advertising law: KOLs must be transparent when livestreaming

When livestreaming to advertise products, KOLs (key opinion leaders) need to be transparent about their intentions from the very beginning.

Government initiates new framework for managing KOL activities in Vietnam

To maintain a cleaner, more positive online environment and promote beneficial content, the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) of Vietnam is calling for stricter regulations to manage Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs).

Ho Chi Minh City to compile and manage list of influencers

The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Information and Communications is compiling a list of influencers operating in the city to manage and leverage their impact for public communication and event promotion.

Urgent legal improvements needed to insure children’s safety on the internet

It is essential to enhance education and raise awareness among children about online safety, says the Department for Child Affairs

Vietnam announces basic standards for online child protection products

The set of standards 'Basic technical requirements for products and services to protect children online' will be the basis for assessing quality and promoting the development of an ecosystem of solutions to protect Vietnamese children online.

Violations continue to be found in ads on social networks

Advertisements about gambling games and betting on online channels remain a headache for state management agencies. The problem cannot be solved because of the lack of clear regulations.

Online scams a growing threat in Vietnam

The growing threat of online scams in Vietnam has prompted experts to warn citizens about the significant financial losses they could face, urging stricter security measures to protect individuals from falling victim to the schemes.

Content creators make money with ‘dirty’ videos

Cultural experts have voiced their concern over the rise of online toxic content. Many content creators post "dirty" videos on social networks, ignoring ethical principles.

Security-camera manufacturers to form alliance to compete with foreign rivals

Representatives of Vietnam’s security camera manufacturers support setting up an alliance or club to help each other improve their competitiveness.

Online-advertising cash flows to 'clean' content

To create a healthy online ad market, the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) has taken measures to drive online advertising cash flow from pages with toxic content to pages with authentic and helpful content.

Vietnam succeeds in blocking cash flow to 'dirty' ads

Celebrities, YouTubers and TikTokers will be refused by advertising agents and brands if they post ugly and inappropriate statements and actions on the internet.

Telegram app is seen as ‘paradise’ for cybercrimes

Telegram has attracted more and more users because it is free, has no content censor, and offers encrypted end-to-end messages and chats that are easy to delete. It has become a favorite rendezvous for cybercriminals.

VN successfully stops 30,000 websites with harmful content aiming at children

The Ministry of Public Security yesterday held a seminar in Hanoi about protecting children in cyberspace.

Public wants stiff sanctions on deviant speech, behavior

An average administrative fine of VND7.5 million is imposed on KOLs and celebrities for deviant behavior conducted online.

Ministry proposes increase of fine level for cyberspace violations

The Ministry of Information and Communication will propose to the Government to issue regulations on increasing the level of fines and additional penalties for cyberspace violations.

Some 400 websites blacklisted for legal violations

The Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) has announced a "Black List" of 403 websites with signs of law violation in 2023.

Community to better protect children in cyber environment

In recent years, information technology and telecommunications growth has impacted every field and everyone’s life, including children.