Reports of NVIDIA announcing that it will build its first AI R&D center in Vietnam further demonstrate its confidence in the country's AI future. It is reported that Nvidia is actively expanding its strategic layout in Southeast Asia, especially in the field of artificial intelligence and data centers. As an important country in Southeast Asia, Vietnam has huge market potential and development opportunities. Through the construction of the R&D center, NVIDIA will be able to better understand the needs of Vietnam and surrounding markets, and provide AI solutions that are more in line with local needs. The move marks a deep collaboration between the company and the Vietnamese government to advance AI technology and leverage Vietnam's growing pool of tech talent.
The R&D center will focus on AI software development and is committed to driving technological innovation while working with partners from all walks of life, including industry leaders, startups, government agencies, universities, and students, to promote the adoption and adoption of AI. Through this platform, NVIDIA will accelerate AI innovation in Vietnam and beyond.
"We are very excited to open this R&D center in Vietnam to advance AI technology in the country," said Jensen Huang, founder and CEO of NVIDIA. With our AI technology accumulation and expertise, we look forward to working with innovators, researchers, and startups in Vietnam to shape the future of AI technology."
The newly established R&D center will provide a valuable platform for Vietnam and its partners to further promote the application of AI technology in key areas such as healthcare, education, transportation, and finance. By leveraging Vietnam's rich STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) talent pool, NVIDIA plans to accelerate AI innovation and implementation across industries.
Figure: NVIDIA set up an R&D center in Vietnam (Source: TechPowerUP)
Vietnam's rapid growth in technology, automotive, electronics and textile manufacturing in recent years has made it one of the most dynamic economies in the world. In the process, the AI market has also continued to expand, thanks to technological advancements, government policy support, and deep integration of AI technology with the industry. Since 2021, Vietnam has incorporated AI development into its digital transformation strategy and is actively building an innovation ecosystem to become a leader in technology R&D in Southeast Asia. In addition, NVIDIA has established partnerships with a number of leading technology companies in Vietnam, including the state-owned Viettel Group. These collaborations not only provide NVIDIA with more market opportunities, but also provide strong support and guarantee for its R&D center in Vietnam. At the same time, the Vietnamese government also attaches great importance to cooperation with NVIDIA, providing a good policy environment and support for its investment and development in Vietnam.
Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said: "Innovation is at the heart of Vietnam's development strategy. Through our strategic partnership with NVIDIA, we will jointly promote the rapid development of AI technology in Vietnam and pave the way for the future of high-tech industries and innovation ecosystems in Southeast Asia."
Over the past eight years, NVIDIA has continued to invest in Vietnam's technology ecosystem, supporting more than 100 Vietnamese AI startups and partnering with 65 universities in the country. Last year, NVIDIA also partnered with FPT Smart Cloud as its first cloud service partner, further deepening its partnership with Vietnam's business community.
Through this partnership, NVIDIA will not only promote Vietnam's development in the field of AI, but also inject new vitality into the global AI ecosystem, helping Southeast Asia to take its place in global technological innovation.
