At the working, the city Party chief expressed his pleasure at blossomed friendly cooperation ties between Vietnam and the Federal Republic of Germany via recent visits of Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister cum Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh in February, Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy Peter Altmaier in March, 2019. Germany chose Ho Chi Minh City as the first locality to deploy construction project of German House that affirmed Vietnam including Ho Chi Minh City being one of the country’s the most important partners in the Southeast Asian region. During the visit, Secretary of HCMC Party Committee Nguyen Thien Nhan introduced the city’s development and he shared that this visit not only contributes to fostering comprehensive relations with European partners but also brings a favorable opportunity to learn development experiences about planning, creative urban development, human resource training, improving the education quality and cultural … [Read more...] about HCMC learns about artificial intelligence in Germany
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HCM City to apply artificial intelligence in building smart city
At the event (Source: VNA) HCM City (VNA) – Ho Chi Minh City’s authorities are planning to use artificial intelligence (AI) to support its scheme to develop a smart city, Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Nguyen Thanh Phong said. Though HCM City has applied AI technologies in a number of sectors, it lags behind other cities in the world in AI research and training, Phong told a seminar on AI research and application on March 20, elaborating that the city lacks AI experts, scientists and policymakers. Phong said the city should catch up with the global trend of AI. Such efforts include investment in training skilled workers and building an open-source database, he said. In addition, training in the field remains limited because of a lack of funding, he said, adding that both State and business investments are badly needed. Although HCM City has paid great attention to AI, the city lacks a staff capable of accessing AI research at the global … [Read more...] about HCM City to apply artificial intelligence in building smart city
The future that lies in artificial intelligence
By Nguyen Xuan Hoai Director, AI Academy In the 4.0 era, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been applied in every nook and cranny of life and business, and is ready to replace humans if they do not do their utmost to improve their knowledge, skills, and confirm their position in society. AI is no longer a strange, distant concept. There are a great number of definitions of AI, but to put it simply, AI, sometimes called machine intelligence, is intelligence demonstrated by machines, in contrast to the natural intelligence displayed by humans and other animals. AI in all of life and business Numerous companies use AI to draw people’s attention to their newly-launched products, as well as to demonstrate that they are leading the technology trend. Particularly, a great deal of AI has been applied in smartphones. For example, the camera now automatically recognises the face, while there are also voice control capabilities, virtual assistants, and AI built into Facebook apps. In … [Read more...] about The future that lies in artificial intelligence
Vietnam needs to invest in national artificial intelligence strategy
The Hanoitimes - Artificial intelligence development will be an opportunity for Vietnam to promote the application of new technologies, and complete the cause of industrialization and modernization in the country. Baby intelligence test provides developmental insight First artificial heart transplant declared a success Vietnam needs to elaborately invest in national artificial intelligence strategy in a suitable way, said Bui The Duy, deputy minister of Science and Technology at the recently-concluded Economic Forum 2019. The event was organized by the Central Economic Committee in collaboration with relevant units, with the theme of "Orientation for artificial intelligence development in the Industrial Revolution 4.0 - Opportunities and challenges for Vietnam". Panel at the forum. Photo: Huy Thang Duy said that for the domestic artificial intelligence market, the Vietnamese government needs to be a strategic investor in the nation's core artificial intelligence … [Read more...] about Vietnam needs to invest in national artificial intelligence strategy
Artificial Intelligence enables students to create artwork
Stunning pieces of art created by Lao Cai high school students using artificial intelligence (AI) software is one of the highlights of a project implemented by the Korean Institute for Arts and Culture Development in Lao Cai province. These lively, artistic, surreal decorations based on vivid Lao Cai mountainous landscapes were brought to life and printed on square scarves and wall paintings. Under the guidance of Korean experts, high school students in Lao Cai province have made creative works after just one month of access to an AI programme. At the ceremony, students performed creative works by using virtual reality technology such as quick drawing by using Tilt Brush by Google, or producing electronic music by midi Launchpad. Twenty artworks celebrating 26 years of Vietnam-Korea diplomatic ties were also displayed at the event. –VNA … [Read more...] about Artificial Intelligence enables students to create artwork