I. CT GROUP NEWS
1. GENERAL ACTIVITIES
Key Highlights
– Vietnamese technology sends shockwaves around the world: CT Group unveiling two landmark projects: the UAV ASEAN Super Headquarter Union and the ASEAN’s Largest Low Altitude Economy (LAE) Center.
– Reuters – The world’s leading news agency praises CT Group’s two largest technology projects in ASEAN.
– The Central Propaganda and Mass Mobilization Department presents a Certificate of Merit to CT Group for outstanding achievements in communicating and mobilising all stakeholders to effectively implement Resolution 57 with concrete deliverables.
– CT UAV reveals three exclusive advanced technologies: The “Magic Brush” technology – Characterized by the motto “fly with any propeller”; Multi-level safety technology; and proprietary autonomous UAV swarm firefighting technology (December 2025).
– CT Group signs strategic cooperation agreements with more than 20 major partners, including leading Vietnamese corporations, provincial authorities, research institutes and universities, as well as major companies and distributors from Indonesia (December 29, 2025).
– CT Group’s announcement of its two flagship projects spreads across domestic and international social media platforms, attracting more than 6 million views and 180,000 engagements.
– The Prime Minister assigns the Ministry of Construction to study CT Group’s USD 12-billion railway investment proposal from Ho Chi Minh City to Can Tho, running through six provinces and cities.
– The Central Propaganda and Mass Mobilization Department presents a Certificate of Merit to Mr. Tran Kim Chung, Chairman of CT Group, for his outstanding achievements in coordinating and implementing the 2025 programs (December 2025).
– CT Group signs a cooperation agreement with the Tay Ninh Provincial People’s Committee on science and technology, innovation and digital transformation, to develop strategic technology products and conduct R&D for a UAV technology complex and an international service ecosystem aimed at attracting domestic and foreign talent (December 15, 2025).
– Deputy Minister of National Defense and a senior delegation from the Ministry of Defense visits and works with CT Group on December 26, 2025.
– CT Group partners with the University of Southampton, marking an important milestone in strengthening ties with one of the United Kingdom’s leading universities in science and engineering (December 9, 2025).
– CT Group and Ho Chi Minh City Technical and Economic College (HOTEC) sign a strategic cooperation agreement on human resource training, scientific research, and technology transfer (December 8, 2025).
– CT Group is the Gold Sponsor of OLP’25, OLPAL’25, PROCON Vietnam, and ICPC Asia Ho Chi Minh City 2025 at Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (December 10, 2025).
– CT Group is the Gold Sponsor of the Final Round of the “International Business 2025” academic competition organized by the Faculty of Commerce and Tourism, University of Finance and Marketing (December 15, 2025).
– A CT Group representative speaks at the seminar “Breakthroughs in the Development of Science and Technology, Innovation, and National Digital Transformation in the New Era”, presenting on the topic “Key Pillars in Strategic Cooperation among Local Governments – Universities & Research Institutes – Enterprises in Implementing Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW.” (December 19, 2025).
– CT Group works with Jeju National University (South Korea), aiming to expand cooperation in training, research, and the application of biotechnology (December 24, 2025).
– I-Home residents celebrate Tet with joy as they receive ownership certificates ahead of the Lunar New Year, affirming the effectiveness of the Government–Business cooperation model in addressing housing welfare in Ho Chi Minh City.
Internal Activities
– CT Group launches a unique and creative 2025 Christmas card inspired by CT UAV’s passenger-carrying drone.
– CT Group delivers Christmas gifts to its employees and spreads the spirit of charity by supporting people in need on the streets on Christmas Eve, December 24.
– CT Group hosts the “A Fulfilling Year-End” program for all employees, closing an emotional 2025 marked by many significant milestones.
– CT Group kicks off the 2026 Sports Festival to promote health and strengthen team spirit.
2. BUSINESS ACTIVITIES OF MEMBER COMPANIES
CT UAV (UAV Technology):
– CT UAV accelerates its series of domestic and international airshows featuring its swarm-based UAV firefighting, while maintaining thousands of hours of technical QC flight operations each month.
– CT UAV masters one of the most complex and premium segments in the UAV industry: Passenger UAV.
– CT UAV presents the special “CT UAV Innovision” award at the UAV Innovation Competition – CUP PV GAS 2025, honoring the team with the most breakthrough design and strong real-world application potential (December 6–7, 2025).
– CT UAV showcases three UAV models designed for surveillance and patrol, firefighting, and smart agriculture at the program “City Leaders Meet the Science, Technology and Innovation Community” (December 9, 2025).
– CT UAV showcases a range of advanced products and technologies at the Can Tho Science, Technology, Innovation and Digital Transformation Week 2025 (CASTID 2025) (December 16–18, 2025).
– CT UAV brings its multi-sector UAV applications supporting national digital transformation to the Technology Exhibition at The Third National Forum on Digital Economy and Society Development (December 20, 2025).
GASCO (Low Altutide Economy):
– GASCO continuously organizes specialized test flights for partners across various industries.
– GASCO introduces the Low Altitude Economy (LAE) ecosystem with more than 600 features at the Can Tho Science, Technology, Innovation and Digital Transformation Week 2025 (CASTID 2025) (December 16–18, 2025)
CT Semiconductor (Semiconductor Technology):
– CT Semiconductor affirms its role as a strategic partner at the INTENSE Program Forum at Can Tho University, contributing to the development of high-quality human resources for the semiconductor industry (December 11, 2025).
– CT Semiconductor discusses technology trends and supply chain collaboration at the 20th Anniversary Ceremony of Vector Fabrication Vietnam (December 28, 2025).
CCTPA (ESG Technology):
– CCTPA participates in the Vietnam – Japan Business Connectivity Forum at Can Tho University, promoting the development of low-emission supply chains for export goods in the Mekong Delta (December 4, 2025).
– CCTPA introduces its comprehensive carbon solutions ecosystem at the event “Ho Chi Minh City Leadership Meets the Science, Technology and Innovation Community,” organized by the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee (December 9, 2025).
– A CCTPA representative serves on the judging panel of the “IB Challenge – International Business Arena” competition at the University of Finance and Marketing, supporting the incubation of student projects in green transition and sustainable trade (December 15, 2025).
– CCTPA discusses the Con Dao Development Strategy Project to 2035, with a vision to 2050, at the 2025 Con Dao Development Program Conference (December 17, 2025).
– CCTPA attends the launch ceremony of the Vietnam Recycling Institute (VRI), reaffirming its strategic cooperation to accelerate industrialization and enhance transparency in Vietnam’s recycling sector (December 23, 2025).
– CCTPA supports innovation and sustainable development in the Mekong Delta at the Can Tho Science, Technology, Innovation and Digital Transformation Week 2025 (CASTID 2025) (December 16–19, 2025).
– CCTPA reaffirms its pioneering ESG technology position with its Carbon Credit Trading Platform together with the CarbonFly and Catalyst systems at the Exhibition Welcoming the 1st Ho Chi Minh City Trade Union Congress (2025–2030 term) (December 24, 2025).
CT Modulex (ESG Technology):
– CT Modulex strengthens intellectual property protection with four registered robotic house designs and two new patent applications to enhance competitive advantage (December 2025).
VGCT (Gene & Cell Technology):
– VGCT participates in the 14th Stem Cell Science Conference, expanding networks and promoting collaboration opportunities in stem cell research and regenerative medicine (December 6, 2025).
– VGCT participates in the SCI TechUpdate 2025 Conference themed “Vietnamese Stem Cells in the Era of Global Rise,” strengthening connections and updating advances in regenerative medicine (December 20, 2025).
– VGCT promotes international collaboration with Jeju National University (Republic of Korea) in biotechnology training, research, and technology transfer (December 24, 2025).
CT Innovation Hub 4.0 (CTI):
– More than 500 students from Minghsin University of Science and Technology (Taiwan), Hong Kong universities, Singapore Polytechnic, the University of Southampton (UK), Kun Shan University, Arizona State University (USA), Jeju National University (Korea), as well as Ho Chi Minh City University of Law, Can Tho University, the KADA Institute – Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology, and Dalat University visit and experience CTI 4.0 (December 2025).
– More than 100 students from universities in Ho Chi Minh City attend the talk show “META–SKILLING: LEVEL UP YOUR FUTURE,” organized by CTI 4.0 to explore future-shaping technologies such as Blockchain and AI (December 20 & 27, 2025).
– CTI launches the “CTI Future Innovators” technology community to help students connect, share experiences, and spread knowledge.
– CTI 4.0 discusses cooperation with Hung Vuong University, UEF, UFM, and Silicon Valley–based partners to develop high-quality human resources and commercialize Web3 and AI solutions (December 2025).
National Digital Twin 15 – NDT 15:
– NDT 15 receives the Certificate of Copyright Registration for its computer program from the Copyright Office of Vietnam (December 2025).
– NDT 15 introduces the 15-layer National Digital Twin platform with multi-sector applications at the Exhibition of the Third National Forum on Digital Economy and Digital Society Development (December 20, 2025).
II. NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL NEWS
1. Technology
– 2026 is predicted to be the year of specialized AI, humanoid robots deeply integrated into daily life, and practical applications of quantum computing and brain–computer interfaces.
– Toyota launches the Walk Me robot chair: a four-legged walking mechanism powered by electric motors, carrying up to 100kg, blurring the line between medical assistive devices and high-tech robotics.
– Global Positioning System (GPS) appears in many civilian and military devices but currently faces risks of interference and vulnerability to attacks.
– TSMC (Taiwan) begins mass production of its most advanced 2nm chips.
– Honda shocks the market with a patent for automatic steering technology, enabling motorcycles to detect and avoid collisions in the nick of time.
– Samsung prepares to bring full satellite calling capability to the Galaxy S26 series via its new Exynos modem.
– From January 1, 2026, social media platforms are strictly prohibited from eavesdropping or reading user messages without explicit consent from the data owner.
– China successfully develops, for the first time, a fault-tolerant uantum computer, opening new potential pathways for large-scale quantum computing.
– China operates a full-capacity hydrogen-powered steel plant with 1 million tons/year output and near-zero emissions, reducing over 3.14 million tons of CO2.
– MediaTek launches the Dimensity 7100 chip using TSMC’s 6nm process, improving performance and energy efficiency for mid-range 5G smartphones.
2. Economy & Society
– The Ministry of Home Affairs issues Decision No. 1521/QD-BNV, approving the establishment of the Vietnam Green Transformation Association (VGTA), committed to fulfilling international greenhouse gas reduction pledges and aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050.
– Global gold and silver prices rebound in the final trading session of the year on December 30, 2025, with silver soaring 168% since the beginning of the year.
– Japan raises its benchmark interest rate to 0.75%, the highest level in 30 years since 1995.
– In 2025, Ho Chi Minh City leads the country in budget revenue, setting a record of over VND 800 trillion.
– Vietnam’s GDP surpasses USD 500 billion, maintaining 6–7% growth over five consecutive years, laying the foundation for higher growth targets.
3. Entertainment
– American singer Beyoncé becomes a billionaire following the success of her “Cowboy Carter” Tour and is currently one of the world’s highest‑paid artists, according to Forbes.
– Miss Venezuela is crowned Miss Charm 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City.
– Avatar 3 officially surpasses USD 1 billion in global box office revenue 16 days after its release.
– 30 “Anh trai say hi” of Season 2 put on a spectacular concert, attracting thousands of fans.
– Early 2026 Vietnamese film race intensifies with competing releases including “Tho oi” (Trấn Thành), “Nha ba toi mot phong” (Trường Giang), and major projects from My Tam, Thai Haa, and Charlie Nguyen.
4. Culture & Sports
– Vietnamese Olympic athletes winning gold, silver, and bronze medals will receive VND 3.5 billion, 2.2 billion, and 1.4 billion respectively, ten times higher than previous rewards.
– 16-year-old chess player Đinh Nho Kiệt earns his third International Master norm at the Hanoi Grandmaster Tournament.
– After securing two regional championships in 2025, Vietnam’s U23 football team is expected to create a surprise at the 2026 U23 Asian Championship.
– The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism announces the ten most outstanding events of 2025 across the sector, including high-performance sports, heritage preservation, and tourism development,…
