Vietnam targets top 8 globally for IPv6 usage in 2024
The Ministry of Information and Communications has set a target of increasing the usage of Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) to 65-80% by the end of this year, bringing Vietnam into the top 8 for IPv6 usage in the world.
Data sharing crucial for smart city development
Deputy Minister of Information and Communications Pham Duc Long said the decisive factor for smart city development will be data sharing.
Enhancing network security critical to defend against attacks
The Authority of Information Safety under the Ministry of Information and Communications has warned about the increase of cyberattacks in Việt Nam, especially ransomware in which cybercriminals seize and encrypt data, then ask for ransom payment.
HCM City celebrates VN Book Day
HCM City is launching a series of activities at the Book Street and Paris Square in District 1 to celebrate Vietnam Book and Reading Cultural Day (April 21) until April 22.
Cyberattacks posing real challenges to authorities, businesses
The National Cyber Security Center (NCSC) is warning about high risks of foxy cyberattacks as opposed to the somewhat indifference of the public on this matter.
Make-in-Vietnam cybersecurity solutions satisfy 90% of demand
Experts believe that Vietnam’s solutions can partially replace foreign solutions, especially in fields that set high requirements on national security.
10,000 domain names blocked, 10 million users protected
As of March 2024, the system of the Authority of Information Security (AIS) had blocked 10,000 "toxic" domain names, including 2,700 phishing domain names. More than 1,200 online scam cases are reported each month.
New regulation to ensure safety for online cross-border transactions
The NEAC (National Electronic Authentication Center) says the new regulation on foreign electronic signature recognition will contribute to a reliable service ecosystem, promoting trade and ensuring safety for online cross-border transactions.
Viettel opens data centre in Hanoi’s Hoa Lac hi-tech park
The military-run telecom service provider Viettel on April 10 inaugurated its data centre in Hoa Lac Hi-tech Park in Hanoi - one of the largest data centres in Vietnam so far.
Viettel, VNPT win Việt Nam’s first 5G spectrum auctions
Viettel and the Vietnam Posts and Telecommunications Group (VNPT) have recently won Việt Nam’s first successful auctions for 5G spectrum licenses.