Symposium talks information security in businesses
More than 450 experts in information security and representatives of businesses sought measures to ensure cyber information safety at a symposium held by Trend Micro in Ho Chi Minh City on July 31 and August 1.
HCM City(VNA) – More than 450 experts in information security and representatives ofbusinesses sought measures to ensure cyber information safety at a symposium heldby Trend Micro in Ho Chi Minh City on July 31 and August 1.
Speaking at theSecurity Trends 2018, Dhanya Thakkar, Vice President in Asia-Pacific, MiddleEast and Africa of Trend Micro, a global leader in enterprise data security andcyber security solutions, said losses caused by each data leak resulted in aloss of 4 million USD in 2017, the highest ever number.
The incidents havealso threatened stock value, corporate prestige and customer trust, he said.
Jaruwan Roekphichayayothin,Trend Micro Director in Vietnam, said in the face of global cyber securityrisks, the symposium aims to help those working in information security getupdates on methods to safeguard digital technology infrastructure andadminister technological risks facing organisations and enterprises.
Participants pointedout that Vietnamese firms have become the target of cyber attacks during itsdigitalisation of data.
At the same time, theyhave to face a shortage of personnel in high-level IT administration,especially those with international certificates in this field.
However, thebusinesses’ investments in information security remain low due to theirfinancial difficulties as well as their limited awareness of the importance ofinformation safety, delegates said.
According to TrendMicro, Vietnamese firms should prioritise ensuring information safety forclients, servers and the network.
The company’s lateststatistics revealed that 94 percent of cyber security threats in Vietnam arefound in email and mostransomware attacks aim at online banks. Ransomware threats in Vietnam accountfor 8 percent of the global number.-VNA
The Vietnam Cyber Security under Authority of Information Security (AIS) of the Ministry of Information and Communications has developed an online tool to check email security.
The Vietnam Computer Emergency Response Center (VNCERT) hosted the 2018 ASEAN -Japan information security drill, which took place in Hanoi, central Da Nang city and Ho Chi Minh City on May 23.
Preventing Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) attacks on national critical information infrastructure was the main topic of a seminar and drill on cyber security for central Vietnam and the Central Highlands in the central city of Da Nang on June 29.
ANTARA and VNA can design global-scale cooperation programmes or joint media campaigns, demonstrating the comprehensive strategic partnership between Vietnam and Indonesia, as well as the cooperation between the two national news agencies.
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.
At the event (Source: VNA) 
