Ho Chi Minh City is emerging as one of Southeast Asia’s key digital infrastructure hubs as growing demand for artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, and data services drives investment in advanced technology infrastructure.
The trend was highlighted at the Data Center & Cloud Infrastructure Summit (DCCI Summit) 2026, organized by Viettel IDC on June 16, where industry leaders emphasized the critical role of digital infrastructure in supporting AI-driven economic growth.
At the event, experts noted that while data centers provide the physical foundation for digital operations, cloud platforms have evolved into essential infrastructure enabling businesses to scale AI applications, manage growing data volumes, and meet increasingly stringent requirements for cybersecurity, compliance, and data governance.
As AI adoption accelerates, enterprises are seeking infrastructure that goes beyond traditional information technology capabilities. Modern digital platforms must be AI-ready, flexible, secure, and resilient against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats.
Ho Chi Minh City has experienced rapid growth in digital infrastructure in recent years. The city currently hosts more than 15 operational data centers managed by leading technology groups, including Viettel, VNPT, FPT, and CMC. This expanding ecosystem has strengthened connectivity and accelerated cloud adoption across industries.
With 5G coverage reaching approximately 82% of the city, Ho Chi Minh City is increasingly well-positioned to support next-generation digital services and AI-powered applications.
Participants agreed that digital infrastructure is no longer simply a technology issue. In the AI era, the ability to build and control advanced data, cloud, and cybersecurity infrastructure is becoming a decisive factor in innovation, business growth, and long-term competitiveness.
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LICENCE No. 272/GP-BTTTT DATED JUNE 26, 2020 BY THE MINISTRY OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS
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