On July 5th, the Graduation Ceremony of Tek Wizard 2024 was successfully held. The program, organized by Tekmonk Technology Academy, took place from July 1st to July 5th at the Hanoi Telecom Headquarters. Throughout the 5-day technology summer camp journey, young wizards learned new programming skills, participated in team-building activities to foster camaraderie, and made new friends.

On the final day, the young wizards had the opportunity to reflect on their journey, summarize the knowledge they had gained, and share their lingering emotions during the closing ceremony.

From the moment they set foot in Hogwarts Hoà Lạc, the “novice wizards” were sorted by the legendary Sorting Hat into four different “magic houses.” Immersed in the joyful and lively atmosphere, the young wizards quickly integrated and synced with the vibrant pace of the Tek Wizard magical world.

One of the standout features of the summer camp was the “Secret Chamber” with its visually engaging scientific models. The participants also had the opportunity to challenge themselves at 8 exciting stations in “Hogsmeade Village,” where young programmers unleashed their creativity, using AI tools to craft unique logos for their teams and delving into new knowledge in science and technology.

On the morning of the camp’s third day, the world’s most famous wizarding game, Quidditch, kicked off. Each team devised its own strategies, cooperating to achieve multiple objectives simultaneously: finding magical stones, thwarting opposing players, and scoring as many points as possible. Following the thrilling Quidditch qualifiers, the young wizards continued with a Coding Spells class and an AI logo design workshop.

On the fourth day, the journey towards becoming technology wizards approached its final stages, with activities and learning experiences significantly enhanced and challenging. The participants were tasked with crafting their own “wand of power” with the guidance of mentors, completing and presenting their programming projects in teams.

On June 7th, Hanoi Telecom had the opportunity to welcome Deputy Minister of Information and Communications, Mr. Nguyen Huy Dung, and leaders of relevant agencies for a visit and working session. On this occasion, Hanoi Telecom proposed to the Ministry of Information and Communications to facilitate the re-allocation of the 900 MHz band for enterprises currently using it after the 2G shutdown and to consider auctioning the 850 MHz band.

During the meeting, representatives from Hanoi Telecom shared their goal of becoming a diversified conglomerate, engaging in various sectors such as telecommunications, information technology, education, media, and green energy.

Ms. Nguyen Hien Phuong, Deputy General Director of Hanoi Telecom, also expressed her desire for the Ministry of Information and Communications to facilitate the re-allocation of the 900 MHz band for enterprises currently using it after the 2G shutdown.

In addition, the Ministry of Information and Communications is also considering auctioning the 850 MHz spectrum to provide additional bandwidth for mobile network operators.

Also during the meeting, Ms. Nguyen Hien Phuong proposed to the Ministry of Information and Communications to review the contribution to the Universal Service Fund and take into account the market share of network operators. She also suggested considering online registration for new subscribers and reviewing telecommunications franchise fees.

Mr. Raymond Ho, CEO of Vietnamobile, shared that Vietnamobile is currently conducting trials of the fastest online subscriber registration application (ekyc online) with an accuracy rate of over 96%, meeting the new regulations of the Telecommunications Law. Mr. Raymond Ho is confident that this will help customers access the network’s services quickly, especially since there are few telecommunications service providers due to business establishments.

In response to Hanoi Telecom’s proposal, a representative from the Universal Service Fund (USF) mentioned that the fund’s revenue level still follows the regulations of the 2009 Telecommunications Law. However, starting from July 1, 2024, when the new Telecommunications Law comes into effect, the maximum revenue rate will be set at 1.5% of the total revenue.

Mr. Tran Dang Khoa, Deputy Director of the Department of Information Security, stated that cyberattacks are currently widespread and sophisticated, targeting telecommunications companies as well. Failure to protect their data could result in significant losses for these enterprises. Therefore, he recommended that Hanoi Telecom implement measures to ensure the security of customer data.

Regarding Hanoi Telecom’s proposal on frequency allocation, a representative from the Radio Frequency Management Department informed that the Ministry of Information and Communications has already announced the frequency plan for the 900 MHz band into three blocks, as proposed by Vietnamobile. After September 16, 2026, this frequency will be put up for auction. As for the 2300 MHz band, if it remains unsold after the auction, the Ministry will proceed with the auction according to the regulations of the Radio Frequency Law.

Adding to this discussion, Mr. Nguyen Thanh Phuc, Director of the Telecommunications Department, affirmed that the Ministry will not re-license the 900 MHz band to any enterprise if there are still 2G Only subscribers on the network after September 15, 2024. Therefore, Vietnamobile must take decisive measures to transition all 2G subscribers to 3G or 4G usage. Regarding telecommunications franchise fees, under the new Telecommunications Law, it may be possible to divide the fees into smaller tiers to support businesses.

Mr. Nguyen Thanh Phuc suggested that Hanoi Telecom has an advantage as a high-standard data center and could attract investment partners to establish large data centers to serve customers. The Ministry of Information and Communications will support by introducing potential locations for Hanoi Telecom to establish these data centers.

Regarding the proposal for online mobile subscriber registration, Mr. Nguyen Thanh Phuc stated that the Telecommunications Law, effective from July 1st, will allow online subscriber registration with the condition that the network operators must connect to the population database of the Ministry of Public Security.

During the meeting, Deputy Minister of Information and Communications, Mr. Nguyen Huy Dung, highly praised Hanoi Telecom’s contributions to Vietnam’s telecommunications sector and shared the difficulties and challenges faced by this enterprise. The Ministry values the contributions of foreign investors, especially in the high-tech sector. Vietnam is committed to establishing a fair and transparent legal framework for investors.

Deputy Minister Nguyen Huy Dung emphasized that the Government and the Ministry are very concerned about tackling the issue of spam SIM cards and require businesses to seriously implement measures in accordance with the law. The Ministry expects Hanoi Telecom to proactively address this issue.

Mr. Pham Ngoc Lang, Chairman of Hanoi Telecom, stated that Hanoi Telecom entered the telecommunications market quite early and has been a strong driver of competition in the Vietnamese telecommunications market. He also proposed that the Ministry of Information and Communications implement mechanisms and policies to facilitate foreign investment, as these are important drivers for the development of Vietnam’s telecommunications sector.

On May 28, 2024, in Hanoi, the leadership of Hanoi Telecommunications Corporation (Hanoi Telecom) and VMO Holdings Technology Corporation signed a comprehensive strategic cooperation agreement. Under this agreement, the two entities will enhance cooperation at a high level through collaborative activities in technology, telecommunications, workforce training, and market development, aiming to support each other in expanding and developing business operations both domestically and internationally. 

Hanoi Telecommunications Corporation (Hanoi Telecom) is one of the leading telecommunications companies in Vietnam with over 23 years of development and 3000 employees. It operates in various fields such as telecommunications, information technology, technical services, green energy, logistics, and commerce.

Established in 2012, VMO Holdings Technology Corporation (VMO Holdings) is currently among the top software companies in Vietnam, specializing in consulting and developing software products for over 200 international market clients, including new technology solutions such as IoT, AI/ML, and Blockchain.

To leverage the strengths of both parties in their respective fields of operation and business, aiming to build sustainable strategic relationships and further development, on the afternoon of May 28, 2024, in Hanoi, Hanoi Telecom and VMO Holdings officially signed a comprehensive strategic cooperation agreement. This agreement aims to establish formal cooperation relations, laying a solid foundation for current and future relationships between the two entities, implemented through the optimal exploitation of market potential and business advantages of VMO Holdings and Hanoi Telecom, based on compliance with legal regulations and the financial capabilities of each party. Specifically, the two companies will jointly develop business cooperation opportunities in the semiconductor field – a key area in the 4.0 industrial revolution, to enhance competitive capabilities in the international market. Collaboration in training and recruiting high-quality workforce is also an important goal, creating conditions for the development of human resources to meet the increasing demand for talent in the fields of information technology and telecommunications. Lastly, Hanoi Telecom and VMO Holdings will utilize their customer networks and international experience to expand the market, bringing the products and services of both companies closer to global customers.

The comprehensive strategic cooperation agreement between Hanoi Telecom and VMO Holdings is expected to create a breakthrough in the development process of both companies, supporting domestic and international businesses in enhancing the effectiveness of digital transformation activities and creating more sustainable values.

Speaking at the signing ceremony, Mr. Tran Duc Trong, Deputy General Director of VMO Holdings, shared: “By the end of 2023, the total revenue of Vietnamese digital technology enterprises exported abroad reached about 7.5 billion USD. This indicates that the opportunities of the global market are still very potential if we join forces together. ‘Joining forces’ is also one of the core values ​​of VMO, and for the past 12 years, we have always followed that principle with 1200 employees until today. I believe that through collaborative activities in technology, telecommunications, workforce training, and global market development in new technology fields such as semiconductors, VMO Holdings and Hanoi Telecom will support each other in expanding and developing business operations, creating more value for the community and bringing Vietnamese intellectual products to the world.”

Ms. Nguyen Hien Phuong, Deputy General Director of Hanoi Telecom, stated at the signing ceremony: “Hanoi Telecom has been established and developed for 23 years, with a staff of employees spread across the country. In the spirit of mutually beneficial cooperation, this signing ceremony promises to open up many new opportunities for both parties. VMO Holdings has strengths in expanding into international markets, and we at Hanoi Telecom are eager to leverage these advantages to jointly provide practical actions and solutions, for both parties to develop and reach further.” 

With reputation, experience, strong financial capacity, and technological capabilities, cooperation between Hanoi Telecom and VMO Holdings will bring value to both parties. This comprehensive strategic cooperation agreement not only provides a solid foundation for current relationships but also opens up many prospects for future cooperation between the two businesses. This is an important step forward in helping Hanoi Telecom and VMO Holdings strengthen their competitive capacity in areas such as semiconductors, digital transformation, training, and recruitment.