Experts participating in the second discussion session of OID 2025 on October 25th in Ho Chi Minh City - Photo: KIM THOA
On October 25th in Ho Chi Minh City, the Open Innovation Day (OID) 2025 event officially opened with the theme "Technological Breakthroughs, Driving Green and Digital Transformation".
An initiative of the National Agency for Technology and Entrepreneurship (NATEC) under the Ministry of Science and Technology and organized by the Open Innovation Institute (OITI), OID 2025 is a leading annual series of in-depth discussions and business networking events, affirming Vietnam's commitment to transforming technology into a lever for sustainable growth.
From concept to action
The concept of Open Innovation was first introduced in 2003 by Professor Henry Chesbrough (USA). In Vietnam, Open Innovation Development (OID) plays a key role in promoting this model, encouraging innovative solutions from startups to small and medium-sized enterprises, aiming to address business challenges and enhance Vietnam's position in the global value chain.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Mr. Pham Hong Quat, Director of NATEC, pledged that the Ministry of Science and Technology would work alongside businesses and localities to promote the national innovation ecosystem. He also called for better, more efficient, and more sustainable use of local resources, while emphasizing the role of the younger generation and young talents in exploiting these resources.
Alongside this, Mr. Bui Trung Hieu, Deputy Director of the Open Innovation Institute, shared his thoughts on the core elements driving development. He emphasized that the first thing needed is not technology or investment capital, but belief – belief in the policies, in the capabilities of businesses, in the intelligence of institutes and universities, and in the market. OID is seen as a journey of strategic partners, sharing beliefs and aspirations.
After three years, OID has achieved significant success: bringing together more than 140 CEOs and founders, 30 representatives from large corporations, 200 startups/small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and more than 200 experts from both within and outside the country.
The Open Innovation Challenge (OIC) platform has identified potential solutions through programs such as Carbon Factor for Net Zero Future 2023, Industrial AI Challenge 2024, and Next Wave for Startups 2025, attracting hundreds of solutions ranging from carbon emission reduction and production chain optimization to AI applications in agriculture and energy.
Mr. Pham Hong Quat (left) sits next to Mr. Samuel Ang, a consultant from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), during the first discussion session on October 25 at OID 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City - Photo: KIM THOA
8 orientation sessions
The OID 2025 theme was elaborated through eight in-depth discussion sessions over two days, October 25-26, focusing on strategic areas and global technology trends.
October 25th kicked off with the establishment of a core policy and technology foundation. Session 1 laid the overall framework for implementing science and technology policies and digital transformation, analyzing the gap between strategy and practice. From this foundation, the program delved into strategic technology pillars including AI (Session 2), blockchain (Session 3), and digital infrastructure with cloud technology and data centers (Session 4).
Representatives from the Global Green Growth Institute (GTGI) assert that AI and digitalization are not end in themselves, but rather means of building climate resilience and a smart, low-carbon economy. However, GTGI warns that the expansion of AI data centers is increasing electricity consumption and emissions, necessitating a proper approach.
GTGI has supported the mobilization of over $300 million for green projects and committed to raising billions more, while recommending focusing resources on "potential winners," i.e., companies capable of creating a healthy climate impact and revenue stream.
Qualcomm partners with Vietnamese startup.
Vietnamese startups are making a significant contribution to innovation in the region, especially in Southeast Asia. However, they still face many obstacles, from a shortage of highly skilled personnel to difficulties in scaling their products to global markets.
To overcome these challenges, connecting with the international innovation ecosystem is key. The Qualcomm Vietnam Innovation Challenge (QVIC) is a powerful launching pad, providing comprehensive support for startups – from technical assistance, business consulting, intellectual property training and patent registration support, to awards that help realize groundbreaking ideas.
Beyond financial support, the program also opens opportunities for Vietnamese startups to access Qualcomm's global expertise, resources, and network. By leveraging the power of leading technology corporations, Vietnamese innovators can build a robust ecosystem, enabling their innovations to reach the world stage.
Ms. Nguyen Thanh Thao - Business Development Director and Representative of the Qualcomm Vietnam Innovation Challenge (QVIC) program, shared at OID 2025.
Source: https://tuoitre.vn/oid-2025-cong-nghe-kien-tao-chuyen-doi-xanh-20251025190424536.htm
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