On February 14, 2025, HBLAB and the Institute for AI at VNU University of Engineering and Technology signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a Factory Lab. This initiative aims to develop AI talent, advance technology, conduct applied research.
Through this partnership, HBLAB will help set up the lab, provide practical insights, and offer both technical and financial support. Meanwhile, the Institute for AI will dispatch experts and create an environment where students can gain hands-on experience while collaborating with HBLAB on research and product development. The goal is to give students access to cutting-edge AI technologies and accelerate the development of AI-driven solutions for both the Vietnamese and international markets.
Initially, the AI research lab will focus on the following key technological areas:
- Generative AI
- Foundation Models
- Multi-modal Models
- Expert Systems
By applying these technologies, the lab aims to solve challenges in retail, education, and manufacturing. Over the next five years, the partnership plans to package its research outcomes and bring them to market through HBLAB’s target industries.
As part of this collaboration, HBLAB will invest $300,000 USD to accelerate AI-driven digital product development. Meanwhile, the Institute for AI will dispatch 20 faculty members and students to tackle real-world business challenges, following a structured development roadmap. This hands-on experience will allow students to engage in practical projects beyond academia, gain exposure to real-world business environments and workflows, and build a strong foundation for their future careers.
Mr. Nguyen Huy Toan, CEO of HBLAB, commented:
“AI is an essential technology for the future, and the younger generation will be the ones to harness its full potential. HBLAB has been researching and developing AI for over eight years and will continue investing in this field. Through our partnership with the Institute for AI, we have high expectations for the creativity and application skills of young students.”
Dr. Tran Quoc Long, Director of the Institute for AI, added:
“With the rapid advancement of AI technology, collaboration between universities and businesses is crucial for developing high-level talent. Through this partnership, we are confident that we can improve the quality of education and provide students with opportunities to work with the latest technologies, equipping them with skills that meet market demands.”
This partnership aims to create an environment where young talent can maximize their potential while promoting cutting-edge research and development. Ultimately, it seeks to strengthen Vietnam’s technological competitiveness both domestically and internationally.
| About the Institute for AI (VNU University of Engineering and Technology)
The University of Engineering and Technology, part of Vietnam National University in Hanoi, is one of the country’s leading institutions in technology education, with over 20 years of experience in talent development. Established in 2022, the Institute for AI focuses on nurturing advanced AI professionals, conducting AI research, and applying AI technologies to benefit society. About HBLAB HBLAB is a technology company specializing in software development and IT talent solutions, with 10 years of industry experience. The company has been recognized as one of Vietnam’s Top 10 ICT Companies by the Vietnam Software Association (VINASA) for several years and was named one of Vietnam’s Top 10 AIoT Companies in both 2023 and 2024. HBLAB excels in system development for the retail, education, and manufacturing industries, while also actively investing in R&D for AI, Blockchain, AR/VR, and other emerging technologies. |
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