"When digital assets are defined and regulated, it will contribute to protecting user rights, minimising risks, promoting the digital economy, attracting investment and enhancing innovation," said the VN Blockchain Association's Vice Chair.

Vietnam is aiming to improve and develop its Internet infrastructure to align with the advancement of new technologies, while ensuring safety and sustainability, in order to meet the growing demand for Internet usage.

Vietnam plans to merge its Information-Communications and Science-Technology ministries, aiming to create a stronger body to lead national digital transformation efforts.

With the holiday season underway, online scams have taken on new forms in Vietnam, including fraudulent sales programs and apps that jeopardize personal and financial data.

Google will officially launch its Vietnam office in 2025, bringing localized support for advertisers and contributing to the nation’s digital transformation.

Many illegal and unlicensed games provided across the border into Vietnam have been removed from Apple and Google app stores.

During a visit to Japan, Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Manh Hung met with global leaders to expand partnerships and accelerate Vietnam's digital infrastructure, focusing on sustainability and innovation.

Labeling information systems used for electronic transactions with a 'trust mark' will help citizens differentiate genuine websites from fake ones.

As AAE-1 and APG cables encounter faults, Vietnam’s international internet capacity is under strain, with restoration timelines still uncertain.

Vietnam’s Ministry of Information and Communications and China’s National Data Administration have pledged to strengthen cooperation in digital economy and data sharing, aiming to boost development in both nations.

Collaboration between Vietnam and Japan’s IT sectors continues to expand, with over 400 Vietnamese firms supporting key industries like manufacturing and finance.

The establishment of the platform is part of the National Target Programme for Sustainable Poverty Reduction for the 2021–2025 programme.

An award ceremony for the Vietnam iContent Awards 2024 was held in Ho Chi Minh City on November 30, honouring outstanding digital content creators across the country.

Minister Nguyen Manh Hung emphasized the role of digital diplomacy in supporting Vietnamese tech firms’ global expansion and tackling global challenges through digital innovation.

With over 300 Vietnamese news agencies on TikTok, Vietnam is now one of the fastest-growing countries for social news content, according to TikTok Vietnam.

Vietnam has introduced stringent measures under Decree 147 to regulate online gaming, including banning casino-style and card-based games to protect players and curb negative social impacts.

Under Vietnam’s new Decree 147, social media users must remove violating content within 24 hours of regulatory notice, marking stricter controls on online platforms.

With over 76 million monthly users, Zalo has emerged as Vietnam’s most popular social network, reflecting the success of locally developed digital platforms.

With the commercialization of 5G, Vietnam is set to revolutionize industries by implementing smart factories, ports, and mines, aligning with global advancements.

Vietnam’s new regulation compels Google and Apple to enforce game licensing rules, addressing years of unfair competition in the gaming industry.