ict news

Update news ict news

eSports booms in Vietnam with projected $10M revenue by 2030

Vietnam’s eSports industry recorded total revenue of $5.78 million in 2023, reflecting an 11.15% increase from 2022. This figure is projected to rise to $10 million by 2030, with strong growth anticipated in the coming years.

Vietnam makes e-wallets an official payment method from July 1

Starting July 1, 2025, electronic wallets (e-wallets) will officially be recognized as a legitimate means of payment, equivalent to bank accounts, cards, and cash.

Cyberattack targets another media agency in Vietnam

The Ministry of Public Security warns of increasing threats as media agencies face cybersecurity breaches.

Vietnam urged to stimulate demand to accelerate digital transformation

Experts call for more market-side incentives to boost tech adoption nationwide.

Urgent action needed as over 650,000 cyberattacks hit Vietnam in 2024

Experts warn of rising cyber threats as a case reveals hackers embedded themselves long-term before launching attacks.

Vietnam faces shortage of cybersecurity personnel over 3 years

A report showed that in 2024, over 659,000 cyberattacks occurred in the country, with about 46.15 percent of agencies and businesses experiencing at least one attack.

Da Nang to offer Starlink satellite Internet, boosts tech infrastructure

Da Nang is set to become the first city in Vietnam to roll out Starlink, the satellite Internet service developed by SpaceX, marking a new step in its high-tech infrastructure strategy.

Vietnam's game makers urged to dream big, aim global

With billions of downloads and global attention, Vietnam's gaming industry must now dream big - and dare to turn creativity into cultural exports.

Vietnam, South Korea sign strategic gaming industry partnership

Officials from both nations have signed a bilateral cooperation agreement at Vietnam GameVerse 2025, focusing on game development, training, and eSports exchange.

Vietnam eager to develop world-class managers to drive digital transformation

To realize Resolution 57 on science and technology development and digital transformation, Vietnam needs to build a new workforce - people with the mindset and capacity to meet the new requirements of the times, experts say.

Deputy PM urges Korea Telecom–Viettel partnership in AI, data centres

Welcoming the proposed partnership between KT and Vietnam's tech giant Viettel, Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung suggested KT consider joining Viettel in developing low-Earth orbit satellites and generative AI for socio-economic applications.

Vietnamese students shine at global ICT competition

Vietnamese students earned high marks at the 2024–2025 Huawei ICT competition, which concluded on May 24 in Shenzhen, China.

Games as cultural heritage: Vietnam’s digital bridge to the future

Vietnam must treat games as a form of cultural legacy, said VTC’s CEO, calling for a national strategy to promote history and folklore through digital play.

Vietnam’s top news agencies hit by cyberattacks, data stolen

Hackers gain access to editorial systems, threatening news integrity and safety.

Vietnam tops global chart for Google Play game downloads in 2024

Vietnam now holds the world’s top position in Google Play game downloads, recording 6.1 billion downloads in 2024 - equivalent to over 11,600 downloads per minute.

Vietnam youth divided over Telegram ban ahead of June 2

With authorities set to block Telegram, young users weigh privacy, legality, and practicality - some preparing to “digitally migrate” to WhatsApp or X.

Vietnam faces cybersecurity shortfall of 700,000 workers by 2028

Experts urge reform in training, pay, and collaboration to fill 700,000-role gap.

Telegram vows compliance after Vietnam warns of potential block

Telegram has confirmed it is processing a formal request from the Authority of Telecommunications in Vietnam and will issue a response by May 27.

Vietnam to block Telegram: Telecom firms must report by June 2

Telecom firms must report Telegram-blocking measures by June 2 under new government directive.

Meta, Marvell: Vietnam is a top destination for high-tech investment

Meta and Marvell name Vietnam a top high-tech investment hub at 2025 Vietnam Investment Forum.