Vietnam Telecommunications Company Viettel partners with Qualcomm (QCOM.US) to create AI smart phones.

Viettel, the Vietnamese telecommunications company, has established a partnership with Qualcomm (QCOM.US) through a memorandum of understanding, with both parties collaborating to develop smartphones equipped with artificial intelligence (AI). The collaboration between Viettel and Qualcomm aims to advance the production of AI smartphones, utilizing Qualcomm's AI technology to develop Viettel AI smartphones, and driving innovation in Vietnam's next generation AI smartphone sector through mobile technology cooperation. According to a statement released by Viettel, the agreement requires Qualcomm to provide reference designs and technical support, while Viettel will be responsible for the production and sales of the products. This collaboration demonstrates Viettel's commitment to developing new products, as the company aims to introduce AI into consumer products through its partnership with Qualcomm in mobile chip design and AI technology. Viettel has not provided a specific timeline for when the AI smartphones will enter the production phase. This partnership indicates Viettel's plans to develop new technological capabilities that will extend beyond its existing telecommunications services. Additionally, Viettel will collaborate with Qualcomm to drive the construction of 6G networks through its global alliance, while continuing its mobile network testing partnership with Francisco Partners, which began in 2023. This new initiative supports Viettel's plan to expand its business scope, including digital products, security solutions, and defense technology, helping the company maintain its position as Vietnam's largest mobile service provider in terms of subscriber numbers.