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Online fraud reaches unprecedented scale
Online fraud is booming in Vietnam and Southeast Asia, with romance, investment, and job scams causing millions in losses. Authorities and the United Nations are intensifying cross-border efforts to catch sophisticated cybercriminal networks.
Digital tools reshape traffic management
Society 05:13Surveillance is evolving, with cities like Tokyo and Zhejiang deploying AI-powered cameras, sensor networks, and robotic assistants to manage traffic in real time. Việt Nam is joining this trend with similar systems. At the same time, digital transformation is expanding citizen participation, as VNeID enables users to report traffic violations instantly through photos and videos.
An alternative to urban solar energy
Society 02:56Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính has reaffirmed Việt Nam's commitment to net-zero emissions by 2050 at COP26 in 2026, prioritising renewable energy. But while rooftop solar is expanding, many urban residents lack the space or budget for traditional systems. From a Việt Nam - Germany collaboration between BMZ Germany and GIZ Vietnam, balcony solar is emerging as a compact, portable and green solution for small city homes and renters.
VNeID to receive public security reports
Society 00:53From 1st April, citizens can report public safety and traffic violations directly to authorities through the VNeID app. Users can submit three main types of reports: traffic violations, such as cars parked illegally on streets; encroachment of sidewalks or roads for business activities; and improper garbage dumping outside designated times or locations. Verified reports can be used as a legal basis for administrative fines.
Hà Nội Health Station pioneers AI system
Society 05:06In 2026, Việt Nam aims to develop a national AI healthcare network reaching more than 3,300 commune-level health stations, the backbone of primary care. At a commune health station in Hà Nội, an AI system has begun to be introduced and used in daily services. This site is among the first grassroots sites to pilot AI applications, helping residents access care more conveniently while promoting a patient-centred approach.
Business model supports autistic people
Society 02:23In honour of World Autism Awareness Day, Hà Nội’s Happy Restaurant, part of the Việt Nam Autism Projects (VAPs) provides specialised job training for individuals on the autism spectrum. For 9 years, the project has helped staff build independence through roles in hospitality and retail. With over one million autistic people in Việt Nam, the founder aims to scale this inclusive model nationwide to foster greater social integration and empowerment.
U.S. Supreme Court hears birthright citizenship case
Society 01:38Birthright citizenship in the United States is facing a historic challenge as the Supreme Court reviews an executive order seeking to restrict the right, with President Donald Trump personally attending the hearing. As justices question its constitutionality, the case could have far-reaching legal and social consequences for thousands of children.
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