Ministry of Science and Technology signs KFabless semiconductor development MoU
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Updated · http://en.vietnamplus.vn/ · May 3
Ministry of Science and Technology signs KFabless semiconductor development MoU
8 articles · Updated · http://en.vietnamplus.vn/ · May 3
In Hanoi, the ministry also reported 110.5 million mobile broadband subscriptions, 91.3% smartphone usage and 85.8% household fibre-optic internet penetration.
It said digital technology revenue reached 622.4 trillion VND in April, up 38% year on year, with 80,052 active firms and a completed national 5G deployment plan through 2030.
The ministry is also targeting SIM registration compliance, wider network coverage, postal growth and legal mechanisms including sandboxes, strategic technology incentives and state procurement of first products.
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South Korea’s $6.5B 2026 Investment Accelerates AI Semiconductor Leadership and Fabless Innovation
Overview
In 2026, South Korea is investing $687 million in a national on-device AI semiconductor project, supported by the M.AX Alliance of over 1,000 companies including Samsung and Hyundai. This initiative aims to build a strong domestic fabless semiconductor ecosystem, reduce reliance on foreign suppliers, and create specialized AI chips for applications like autonomous vehicles and robotics. Complementing this, the government supports fabless startups through the 'Everyone’s Challenge Fabless' program, providing funding and foundry access. Talent development is boosted by the ARM Semiconductor Design School and Busan Fabless Academy. These efforts respond to global AI market growth and geopolitical risks, positioning South Korea to lead in AI chip design and manufacturing by 2030 despite industry challenges.