I. CT GROUP NEWS
1. GENERAL ACTIVITIES
Key Highlights
– CT UAV and its partner Airbility (Korea) successfully conducted a test flight of the UAV prototype AB-U60 at Boryeong Airport (September 18, 2025).
– CT Group partnered with the National University of Singapore (NUS) to expand cooperation in education and high-quality human resource development (September 23, 2025).
– Together with Can Tho University, CT Group organized the scientific conference “National Digital Twin – Technological Breakthrough for Smart Agriculture in the Mekong Delta” (September 9, 2025).
– CT Group was named among the “Top 10 Strong Brand Enterprises Expanding Internationally” (October 2, 2025).
– Mr. Tran Kim Chung – Chairman of CT Group was honored as an Outstanding Entrepreneur in the “Vietnam Rising to the World” journey (October 2, 2025).
– CT Group signed a tripartite cooperation agreement with the National University of Kaohsiung (NUK) – a key training partner of TSMC, and the Chen Yung Vietnam Charity Foundation (September 29, 2025).
– CT Group signed an MOU with Mr. Shin Kyung Tak, Vice Chairman of the Korea Importers Association (KOIMA), and Mr. Jimmy Shin, General Director of NPVINA Co., Ltd. (September 12, 2025).
– CT Group signed a cooperation agreement with Minghsin University of Science and Technology (MUST), Taiwan, to strengthen collaboration in education and bilateral trade (September 22, 2025).
– CT Group held a working session with the Seoul National University of Technology (SNU) to discuss cooperation in training and developing high-quality human resources in technology (September 29, 2025).
– CT Group held a working session with Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thien Nhan and the University of Engineering and Technology – Tra Vinh University (September 25, 2025).
– CT Group and the University of Information Technology – VNU-HCMC (UIT) cooperated in human resource training, scientific research, and technology transfer (September 25, 2025).
– CT Group and Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education (HCMUTE) cooperated in education, human resource development, scientific research, technology transfer, and support for student and faculty activities (September 30, 2025).
– A delegation from the Consulate General of Canada visited and worked with CT Group (September 30, 2025).
– A delegation from the University of Information Technology – VNU-HCMC visited and worked with CT Group (September 15, 2025).
– CT Group donated VND 1 billion to the VNU-HCM Technology Talent Scholarship Fund (September 5, 2025).
– CT Group accompanied the 2025 Career Orientation Forum, inspiring creativity among more than 1,000 Vietnamese students (September 13, 2025).
– CT Group accompanied the event “With a Monthly Income of 20 Million VND, Can Young People in HCMC Own a Home?” organized by Thanh Tra Newspaper (September 12, 2025).
Hoạt động nội bộ
– CT Group held an award ceremony for the writing contests “My Family is Proud of Me” and “Vu Lan – Words of Gratitude from the Heart”, dedicated to the Group’s employees and their families (September 26, 2025).
– CT Group organized the event “Family Day 2025 – Journey to the 4.0re Fairyland” to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival, presenting study scholarships to employees’ children (April 10, 2025).
2. BUSINESS ACTIVITIES OF MEMBER COMPANIES
CT UAV (UAV Technology):
– CT UAV continues to shake the global market with its technology for molding fuselages, wings, propellers, and other UAV parts at its top-tier NAACP-class Composite plant.
– CT UAV showcased smart agriculture solutions in the 4.0 era at the exhibition “80 Years of National Achievements” in Hanoi (August 28 – September 5, 2025).
– CT UAV collaborated with Can Tho University to develop the project “UAV Center integrating agricultural robotics and UAV pilot training.” (September 9, 2025).
– Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung and several senior government delegations visited CT UAV’s booth at the Vietnam International Innovation Exhibition 2025 (October 2, 2025).
– CT UAV’s UAV technology was honored among the Top 5 Innovative Solutions for Consumers and Businesses at the Better Choice Awards 2025 (October 3, 2025).
CT Semiconductor (CT Semiconductor):
– CT Semiconductor and Can Tho University signed an Memorandum of Agreement to develop a project “Cooperation in Advanced Semiconductor Packaging Training” (September 9, 2025).
– CT Semiconductor served as a speaker at Semicon Taiwan 30 – the world’s largest semiconductor industry event (September 11, 2025).
CCTPA (ESG Technology):
– CCTPA introduced solutions for economic growth with emission reduction and a carbon credit ecosystem supporting emission measurement, trade expansion, and low-carbon agricultural branding at the Mekong Delta Scientific Conference (September 9, 2025).
– CCTPA and Can Tho University signed an Memorandum of Agreement on “Cooperation in developing carbon credit initiatives for the Mekong Delta” (September 9, 2025).
– CCTPA worked with the Gia Lai Provincial People’s Committee on the implementation of carbon credit projects, aiming to position Gia Lai as a pioneer in the green economy (September 10, 2025).
– CCTPA participated at the seminar “GHG Inventory Reporting & Carbon Credits” (September 18, 2025).
CT Innovation Hub 4.0 (CTI):
– Hundreds of outstanding students from the National University of Singapore, Can Tho University, Cao Thang Technical College, and Ly Tu Trong College experienced cutting-edge technologies at CTI in September 2025.
– CTI and the Binh Dinh Entrepreneurs Club in Ho Chi Minh City co-organized the “Gia Lai – Binh Dinh Business Café” themed “AI Applications – Connecting Trade” (September 6, 2025).
– CTI and Can Tho University signed an Memorandum of Agreement on “Developing High-quality human resource development project for the Mekong Delta in science and technology, innovation, and digital transformation using AI technology” (September 9, 2025).
CT MODULEX (ESG Technology):
– CT Modulex sponsored the Lac Hong University Robocon Team – winner of Third Prize and the prestigious ABU Award at the “2025–2026 Technology Competitions Launch and Recognition Ceremony” organized by LHU (September 19, 2025).
– CT Modulex held a working session with experts from Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education (HCMUTE) to discuss research directions and the development of robotic housing technology (September 23, 2025).
VGCT (Gene & Cell Technology):
– VCGT discussed development directions in regenerative medicine and digital agriculture with Prof. Henry – Director of the U.S. Biotechnology Center (September 4, 2025).
NDT 15 (National Digital Twin 15 Technology):
– NDT 15 presented the “National Digital Twin NDT 15” project, applying digital twin technology to smart agriculture development in the Mekong Delta, at the Mekong Delta Scientific Conference (September 9, 2025).
II. NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL NEWS
1. Technology
– Vietnam planned frequency allocations to support the development of satellite and 6G technologies.
– Vietnam faces a shortage of skilled professionals in the drone sector.
– Vietnam deployed supercomputers and AI applications for forecasting storms and heavy rainfall.
– General Secretary To Lam emphasized that innovation requires the courage to envision extraordinary possibilities.
– The 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics honored quantum research by scientists John Clarke, Michel H. Devoret, and John M. Martinis.
– Vietnam Artificial Intelligence Day 2025, themed “Vietnam in the Global AI Race,” shared practical insights into Vietnam’s opportunities amid the global AI boom.
– Apple unveiled the ultra-thin iPhone Air and the aluminum-bodied iPhone 17 Pro Max.
– AMD signs a long-term agreement to supply AI chips to OpenAI, unlocking potential annual revenues worth tens of billions of dollars.
– Google and Qualcomm bring the Android operating system to PCs.
– The Ministry of Science and Technology identified three priority product groups for immediate implementation: Large Language Models and Vietnamese Virtual Assistants, Edge-processing AI Cameras and Autonomous Mobile Robots; 5G network systems and equipment; and blockchain infrastructure with traceability and digital asset applications.
2. Economy & Society
– In the first 9 months of the year, Ho Chi Minh City’s economy grew by over 7%, maintaining a positive trend with each quarter outperforming the previous one.
– Securities stocks surged as the market anticipates an upgrade in classification.
– Domestic gold prices hit 150 million VND per tael.
– Vietnam serves as ASEAN’s “gateway” in the transition toward green logistics.
3. Entertainment
– “Death battle in the air” surpassed VND 228 billion in revenue, becoming the highest-grossing Vietnamese action film.
– AI-generated actors may soon star in major productions in Hollywood.
– “Red Rain” was selected as Vietnam’s official entry for the 2026 Oscars.
4. Culture & Sports
– Vietnam’s top Xiangqi player Lai Ly Huynh advanced to the World Xiangqi Championship final against China’s prodigy.
– Lionel Messi leads the race for the 2025 MLS Golden Boot.
– Lam Ti Phong scored a brace to help Nam Dinh FC defeat the Cambodian team in the first round of the ASEAN Champions League 2025–2026.
– Carlos Alcaraz won the 2025 French Open title, reclaiming the World No. 1 ranking.
– Vietnamese futsal players won a 9–1 victory over Hong Kong in their opening Group E match of the 2026 AFC Futsal Asian Cup qualifiers.
