Announcing the 'million dollar' prize honoring AI products developed by Vietnamese people

DNVN - On August 29, FPT Corporation announced the Au Lac Grand Prize with a total value of 1 million USD. This is the largest award in Vietnam in the field of AI, honoring AI products and solutions developed and owned by Vietnamese people, while affirming the aspiration to build a technologically autonomous country.

The Au Lac Grand Prize is expected to be awarded for 3 consecutive years, starting from 2026. The awarded products and solutions are AI products that create breakthroughs for the economy and society, with positive and sustainable impacts on the community. The award is sponsored by the Au Lac AI Alliance, with the participation of a professional council consisting of leaders, experts, businesses and the domestic and international technology community.

In addition to the prize money of 1 million USD, the winning individuals and organizations will also receive advice and supportfrom FPT and the Au Lac AI Alliance to expand their influence domestically and internationally.

Mr. Truong Gia Binh - Chairman of FPT believes that Au Lac Grand Prize is a driving force to motivate all individuals and organizations in society to develop and apply powerful AI.

FPT announced the Au Lac Grand Prize on the occasion of National Day September 2nd – the 80th anniversary of the founding of the country, with sacred meaning, reminding the nation of its aspiration for independence and self-reliance. If 80 years ago, Vietnam regained national sovereignty , today, with artificial intelligence, FPT wishes to contribute to helping Vietnam build technological sovereignty – a new pillar in the digital age.

Mr. Truong Gia Binh - Chairman of the Board of Directors of FPT Corporation shared: “We believe that Au Lac Grand Prize is a driving force for all individuals and organizations in society to develop and apply AI strongly. The award recognizes pioneering achievements in AI, and is also a call to encourage the scientific community, businesses and young generations of Vietnam to join hands in creating artificial intelligence for the sustainable development of the country, for the sovereignty of Vietnamese technology. Hopefully, the award will become a symbol of the spirit of creativity and dedication, bringing Vietnamese AI to the world level."

In June 2025, responding to the call of General Secretary To Lam and Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, FPT Corporation initiated the establishment of the Au Lac AI Alliance. The alliance brings together more than 20 leading technology corporations, research institutes, and universities. The alliance has become a symbol of Vietnam's aspiration to master technology, conquer artificial intelligence, and build a strong nation.

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