Technology

Cyber attacks target accounts of enterprise leaders By Chi Thinh Dhanya Thakkar (L) at the Security Trends 2018 seminar on August 1 - PHOTO: CHI THINH HCMC – Hackers tend to attack the information technology (IT) systems of enterprises by exploiting the vulnerabilities in their email and security systems, especially targeting leaders’ accounts, heard participants at a seminar held by Trend Micro, an information security and network safety company, in HCMC on August 1. Speaking at the seminar, themed “Effective Network Security Strategies for Vietnamese Enterprises,” a representative of Trend Micro said that ransomware is emerging strongly, and firms’ email systems have become the most common target of cyber attacks. The latest report by Trend Micro shows that cyber criminals carry out Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) attacks using ransomware worms and mainly hack directors’ and chairmen’s accounts, followed by an attack on the entire … [Read more...] about Cyber attacks target accounts of enterprise leaders

Bkav rolls out high-end SmartHome Security devicesBy Van Ly Some of the SmartHome Security devices launched by Bkav - PHOTO: BKAV HANOI – Internet security firm Bkav on July 30 launched a kit featuring high-end security devices, called Bkav SmartHome Security, to provide multilayered protection for houses, covering walls, gardens, doors and rooms. Bkav SmartHome Security devices, which apply Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology, will help eliminate false alarms for unauthorized intrusions into a house. The complete kit costs at least VND50 million (US$2,100). The kit, which includes a central security device, electronic wall, sensing devices and Internet Protocol camera system, puts up a multilayered wall and monitors the entire house. If a homeowner forgets to close a door or a fire or explosion occurs, the devices send notifications and trigger various actions, such as turning the lights on in intruded areas, sending alerts or text messages or phoning the owner. … [Read more...] about Bkav rolls out high-end SmartHome Security devices

5G key to digital economyBy Van Ly A customer is seen watching videos online - PHOTO: VAN LY HANOI – Technology firms have suggested that Vietnam should prep for 5G mobile services when it comes to developing the digital economy and catching up with the fourth industrial revolution. Vietnam is known to have licensed the supply of 4G services later than other countries. To reach the goals of building a smart city, smart traffic, smart education and smart health, Vietnam should deploy and provide 5G telecom services with much higher speeds than 4G and 3G and make use of the benefits of the IoT (Internet of Things). Denis Brunetti, president of Ericsson Vietnam, Myanmar, Cambodia and Laos and co-chairman of the European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam, said 5G networks play a vital role in the development of a smart city, the fourth industrial revolution and a digital economy. Pioneers in 5G technology, which helps enhance the country’s sectors, will gain competitive … [Read more...] about 5G key to digital economy

Blockchain can help ensure food safetyBy Trung Chanh Vu Truong Ca, board chairman of Lina Network JSC, addresses a conference in Can Tho City on July 5 - PHOTO: TRUNG CHANH CANTHO – The application of blockchain in the agriculture sector will enable consumers to trace the origin of crops as it makes the production process transparent. Vu Truong Ca, Lina Network JSC chairman of the board of directors, told the media that people all over the world are now paying great attention to food safety and hygiene. He made this remark at a conference, titled, “Enhancing Vietnamese farm produce values in the global market by applying blockchain,” held in Can Tho City on Thursday, July 5. Blockchain technology, which has outstanding features such as standardization, transparency, constancy and safety, can be applied to food and agriculture anytime and anywhere. By using this technology, every phase of the production process will undergo inspection and be visible to … [Read more...] about Blockchain can help ensure food safety

Viettel launches banking app ViettelPayBy Van Ly Staff at a Viettel office introduces new services on ViettelPay app – PHOTO: VAN LY HANOI – Military-run telecom provider Viettel introduced the ViettelPay app on June 29 that allows customers to transfer money, make payments, deposit money, and even offer loans. The new app assists mobile phone users to make financial transactions without being physically present at their banks. According to Viettel, its customers can access banking services anytime, anywhere, and on any phone models. Viettel Pay is expected to make digital payments and e-commerce services increasingly popular. Pham Trung Kien, deputy chief executive officer at Viettel Telecom, said the launch of ViettelPay is part of the group’s plan to develop the digital payment and e-commerce ecosystem and smart logistics via cell phones. He added that ViettelPay is a simple financial service which contributes to the growth of the country’s digital … [Read more...] about Viettel launches banking app ViettelPay