In his opening speech, Dr. Phan Quoc Nghia emphasizes that in the era of digital transformation and artificial intelligence, personal data is increasingly valuable but also faces high risks of attack and leakage. He notes that the seminar creates an opportunity for leaders, lecturers, and students to strengthen awareness and knowledge of digital safety, supporting the university’s digital transformation strategy.
At the seminar, Dr. Tieu Thanh Thuy introduces the Soaring project, a partnership among four universities in the United Kingdom and Vietnam: Bournemouth University, British University Vietnam, University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City, and Tra Vinh University. Funded by the British Council under the Going Global Partnerships program, the project aims to promote successful digital transformation in Vietnamese higher education by developing digital transformation centers, spreading innovation, and enhancing leadership and change management practices.
In his presentation, Mr. Tran Thai Duc from Viettel warns that cyber threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated, including online scams, identity theft, data leaks, and the misuse of AI and deepfake technology. He highlights that personal data in higher education – such as digital transcripts, electronic certificates, and student or faculty information – are vulnerable targets. He recommends that individuals use strong passwords, activate multi-factor authentication, remain cautious with suspicious emails and messages, and update software regularly. For institutions, he stresses the importance of implementing security policies, providing digital safety training, investing in technology infrastructure, and establishing incident-response procedures to protect data during digital transformation.
In her closing remarks, Ms. Nguyen Thi Mai Khanh, representing the Soaring project management board, thanks the faculty members, experts, and Viettel representatives for their time and valuable contributions.
The seminar delivers practical insights that enhance awareness and skills in personal data protection for faculty and students, supporting Tra Vinh University in successfully advancing its digital transformation goals.
Photo: Tra Vinh University hosts the seminar on digital safety and personal data protection with the participation of more than 200 delegates
Hieu Nhan
