As emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, quantum computing, and virtual/augmented reality (VR/AR) reshape the global landscape, they are transforming enterprises, governments, and societies as a whole. These technologies not only present unprecedented opportunities for growth and innovation but also necessitate fundamental shifts across industries.
Vietnam has a unique opportunity to accelerate its development by effectively harnessing these new technologies. To seize this opportunity, the country needs a solid foundation that connects research, innovation, and technology with academia, businesses, and public policy. This pressing need has driven the establishment of the Center for Business and Emerging Technology (CBET) at RMIT University Vietnam.
With a vision to become a high-income economy in the coming decades, Vietnam must expedite its digital transformation to enhance productivity, foster innovation, and strengthen institutional efficiency. CBET will accompany the country on this journey by promoting applied research, developing digital capabilities, providing policy advisory services, and creating technology solutions tailored to Vietnam’s socio-economic needs.
Professor Robert McClelland, Head of School of Business, RMIT Vietnam, delivers the opening remarks at the CBET launch event. (Image: RMIT)
The launch event attracted over 200 distinguished guests from the fields of finance, technology, education, and policymaking. In his opening address, Professor Robert McClelland, Head of the School of Business at RMIT Vietnam, emphasized, “CBET acts as a catalyst for Vietnam’s comprehensive, sustainable, and innovative digital future, going beyond the traditional confines of a research center.” He reiterated RMIT Vietnam’s long-standing commitment to bridging global knowledge with local challenges to deliver practical solutions and make a meaningful impact.
Ms. Lynn Hoang, Country Director of Binance, presented the keynote speech titled “Emerging Technologies Shaping Business, Society, and the Economy in Vietnam.” She highlighted both the opportunities and challenges in leveraging AI, blockchain, and the Internet of Things in critical sectors. Her speech shed light on how AI drives process automation, predictive analytics, and personalized customer experiences, as well as how blockchain enhances transparency and efficiency in finance and supply chains.
A glimpse of the audience, comprising leaders, academics, and guests at the CBET launch event.
Following the keynote speech, leaders from Binance, ACB, MET, and Techcombank engaged in a panel discussion on “Building the Digital Economy of the Future: Collaboration between Academia and Enterprises.” The discussion underscored the imperative of strengthening collaboration between universities and businesses while proposing initiatives to accelerate digital transformation in the realms of finance, logistics, education, and e-government.
Positioned as a leading center for research, innovation, and technology transfer in the region, CBET focuses on five priority areas: digital economy and emerging markets, logistics and supply chain management, fintech and cryptocurrencies, cybersecurity, and smart governance. Its research groups comprise international scholars and industry experts, ensuring interdisciplinary collaboration that is closely aligned with the practical needs of society.
Moving forward, CBET will undertake strategic projects that intersect AI, blockchain, quantum computing, and other emerging technologies with the digital economy and business domains. The center also plans to introduce a doctoral internship program in collaboration with industry partners and offer digital skills training for future leaders.
“CBET demonstrates RMIT Vietnam’s long-term commitment to connecting global knowledge with local challenges. We aim to expand regional collaborations and support the shaping of national digital economy policies, thereby contributing to Vietnam’s emergence as a rising hub for digital transformation and innovation in the Asia-Pacific region,” said Associate Professor Pham Cong Hiep, Deputy Head of School – Research and Innovation, and Co-Director of CBET, School of Business, RMIT Vietnam.
To learn more about CBET’s research areas, initiatives, and collaboration opportunities, please visit the center’s official website here.
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