South Korea’s domestically developed AI semiconductor technology is set to enter Vietnam’s rapidly growing AI market. On October 20, 2026, DeepX, a South Korean AI semiconductor company, and SotaTek Korea, a Vietnam-based global IT services and consulting provider, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Gangneung Olympic Park during the 2026 Gangneung ITS World Congress. Through this partnership, the two companies aim to introduce Neural Processing Unit (NPU) technology to Vietnam, initially through education initiatives, while exploring opportunities to expand AI Vision and Physical AI applications across government, public services, and manufacturing.

[Group photo at the 2026 ITS World Congress. From left: DeepX representatives, President of the Korea Intelligent Transport Systems Association, Vice Minister of Vietnam’s Ministry of Construction, and SotaTek Korea representatives.]

Vietnam’s Growing AI Market Creates New Opportunities for NPU Technology

Vietnam is strengthening its position as an AI research, development, and application hub in Southeast Asia. Under its national AI strategy, the Vietnamese government aims to develop the country into a leading center for AI research, development, application, and value creation in ASEAN and Asia by 2030. The strategy also emphasizes strengthening national capabilities in AI research, technological autonomy, adoption, and governance.

As AI adoption continues to expand across education, public services, and industrial operations, demand for efficient AI computing infrastructure is expected to grow. Against this backdrop, DeepX and SotaTek Korea plan to introduce DeepX NPU products, including the DX-M1, to the Vietnamese market and identify potential business opportunities.

NPU technology is designed to accelerate AI workloads through specialized processing architecture. By enabling AI inference directly on devices, it can support applications that require efficient computing, low latency, and reduced reliance on cloud infrastructure. These capabilities are relevant to emerging applications in AI Vision, industrial automation, and Physical AI.

Education as the First Step Toward Building a Physical AI Ecosystem

Education will be the initial focus of the partnership. DeepX and SotaTek Korea plan to collaborate with leading Vietnamese universities that offer AI-related programs to develop specialized talent and strengthen practical knowledge of AI semiconductor technology.

The initiative is intended to provide students and future engineers with opportunities to learn about and work with DeepX NPU technology. By establishing an educational foundation, the two companies aim to contribute to the development of a local talent pool capable of researching, developing, and operating AI-based systems.

Building on this cooperation, the partners will explore opportunities to expand into government, public services, and manufacturing. Potential application areas include AI Vision and Physical AI solutions for surveillance and security, industrial safety management, and quality inspection.

These applications reflect the growing role of edge AI and AI-enabled devices in connecting intelligent algorithms with real-world environments. The partnership seeks to combine semiconductor technology with software development and system integration capabilities to explore solutions suited to Vietnam’s market needs.

Complementary Roles in Technology, Education, and Market Development

Under the MoU, DeepX and SotaTek Korea will contribute complementary capabilities to the partnership.

DeepX will provide NPU products, develop educational content, and support marketing activities related to the initiative. SotaTek Korea will lead local coordination, including recruiting participating universities, managing program operations, providing maintenance support, and overseeing overall business activities.

The companies plan to work with Vietnamese universities and relevant institutions to expand the educational program. The initiative will operate based on minimum actual costs associated with each party’s responsibilities, with the aim of supporting broader participation from local academic institutions.

The agreement was signed in the presence of key representatives from both companies and the Korea Intelligent Transport Systems Association, as well as representatives from Vietnam’s Ministry of Construction. The signing took place during the 2026 Gangneung ITS World Congress, an international event bringing together stakeholders in intelligent transport systems and related technologies.

[DeepX and SotaTek Korea sign an MoU to explore opportunities for bringing AI semiconductor technology to Vietnam.]

DeepX and SotaTek Korea Share Their Expectations for the Partnership

Kang Sang-kyun, Executive Director of Sales at DeepX, highlighted SotaTek’s global service capabilities and AI expertise as important strengths for the collaboration.

“ SotaTek’s global service and support capabilities are among the best. In particular, we expect its AI expertise to make the company an important partner in developing various solutions and applications based on DeepX NPUs, as well as integrating and applying these technologies in practical environments. Through this collaboration, we look forward to expanding our presence in the Vietnamese market,” he said.

Jeon Tae-sik, Chief Strategy Officer of SotaTek Korea, noted the growing demand for AI technologies in Vietnam and emphasized the importance of developing local talent.

“Demand for AI in Vietnam is growing rapidly. Through our strategic partnership with DeepX, a company at the forefront of Physical AI, we aim to expand our market presence while working with leading universities to develop and secure a strong pipeline of specialized talent,” he said.

Partnership Roadmap and Next Steps

Following the signing, the two companies outlined an initial implementation timeline. They planned to finalize the participating universities and budget by November 1, 2026, and complete university recruitment by November 30. Product delivery was scheduled for January 1, 2027, followed by the program launch ceremony on February 1, 2027.

Through this phased approach, DeepX and SotaTek Korea aim to establish an initial foundation in AI education before exploring broader opportunities for NPU adoption in Vietnam. The collaboration also reflects the potential of Korea–Vietnam technology partnerships to connect AI semiconductor innovation with local software development, system integration, and industry requirements.

About DeepX

DeepX is a South Korean fabless semiconductor company specializing in the research and development of high-performance, low-power AI semiconductors optimized for on-device AI. Its NPU solutions are designed to bring AI computing capabilities to devices and systems across a range of industrial and commercial applications.

About SotaTek Korea

SotaTek Korea is part of SotaTek, a global IT services and consulting company headquartered in Vietnam. Backed by a team of more than 1,500 IT professionals, SotaTek provides software development, AI solutions, and IT consulting services to clients across international markets.

Early-stage companies need more than developers. They need a technology partner who understands the founder's vision, helps turn ideas into viable products, and moves quickly from concept to execution.

As the business grows, however, technology demands evolve. Products become more complex, engineering requirements expand, and companies need the capacity, expertise, and delivery structure to support their next stage of growth.

This is where CyberK and SotaTek bring their strengths together.

CyberK works closely with startups and founders, particularly across AI and Web3, helping them transform ideas into working products. From product discovery and MVP development to technical execution and ongoing product support, CyberK focuses on helping founders build, validate, and move their products forward.

SotaTek, an AI & Blockchain Innovation Partner, brings the engineering depth and delivery capabilities to support businesses as their technology needs grow. With extensive software engineering experience, technical consulting capabilities, and the ability to mobilize dedicated engineering teams, SotaTek helps companies expand their development capacity and take on more complex technology initiatives.

Together, the two companies aim to provide a more connected technology journey:

• BUILD – Turn ideas into products through discovery, product development, and MVP delivery.
• RUN – Continue improving, maintaining, and supporting products as they gain traction.
• SCALE – Expand engineering capacity and technical capabilities as business requirements become more demanding.

The goal is simple: help businesses move from an initial idea to a growing, evolving technology operation, with complementary capabilities supporting them along the way.

We are excited to bring this partnership to life and explore what we can build together.

One partnership. Complementary strengths. From the first build to the next stage of

The partnership comes as Surgence Labs launches TraderComps, a platform that brings trading competitions, points programs, prize pools, airdrops, bonuses, and fee discounts into one place.

Connecting Software Development with Web3 Growth

As a development partner, SotaTek will draw on our blockchain engineering experience to support technical development, testing, and operational improvements for Surgence Labs, TraderComps, and relevant client projects. The collaboration aims to help teams address engineering needs as they build, launch, and grow DeFi and exchange products.

Surgence Labs complements these capabilities with full-stack marketing and go-to-market (GTM) services, including creator and influencer marketing, community development, and performance marketing. Through the partnership, SotaTek also aims to expand our network of strategic partners and connect with more teams across the global Web3 ecosystem.

Together, the companies seek to create opportunities for closer collaboration between product development and market adoption, helping clients align technical execution with their growth objectives.

Supporting the Ecosystem Around TraderComps

Built and operated by Surgence Labs, TraderComps helps traders discover campaigns across crypto exchanges, decentralized exchanges, prediction markets, forex and stock brokers, and proprietary trading firms.

As of the announcement, the platform lists 154 live campaigns and $18.9 million in prize pools across 84 trading platforms, with campaign information checked against official sources. Listings bring together key details such as dates, eligibility requirements, rewards, and links to official terms.

For trading platforms, TraderComps provides a channel to promote campaigns and reach traders. Alongside Surgence Labs’ marketing services, it connects campaign discovery with broader efforts to build communities and drive participation.

SotaTek’s role as a TraderComps development partner adds software engineering expertise to this ecosystem, creating a foundation for future technical collaboration.

About Surgence Labs

Founded in 2022 and headquartered in Dubai, Surgence Labs is a growth marketing agency serving blockchain, crypto, and AI businesses. The company works alongside client teams on GTM strategy and execution, measuring performance through commercial and on-chain outcomes such as revenue, wallet growth, trading volume, and total value locked.

About TraderComps

TraderComps is the home of trading competitions, bonuses and rewards, built by Surgence Labs. It aggregates competitions, points programs, airdrops, bonuses, and other trading offers, helping users find and compare campaigns across trading platforms.

The partnership brings together the university’s research and educational resources with SotaTek’s technology development and implementation capabilities. Both parties aim to translate research into practical applications while creating more opportunities for students to gain industry experience.

Representing SotaTek at the ceremony were Dang Quang Huy, Vietnam Market Director; Tran Thanh Nui, Product Director; and Nguyen Duc Thinh, Partnership Development Manager. Tay Nguyen University was represented by Associate Professor Dr. Le Duc Niem, Vice Rector; Dr. Nguyen Van Bong, Dean of the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Technology; and Dr. Le Minh Tan, Head of the Physics Department within the faculty.

Scientific research and technology transfer form a central pillar of the agreement. The two parties will coordinate research expertise to develop technologies for practical use, with an emphasis on improving products and supporting the commercialisation of research outcomes. One initial area of collaboration is an industrial-scale durian sorting system involving SotaVision, SotaTek’s product. This work includes further refinement and the planned transfer of durian maturity detection technology to SotaTek for commercialisation.

The cooperation also covers the joint organisation of national and international scientific conferences and seminars. Sharing research facilities and resources will support these activities and provide a foundation for further collaboration between the university and the company.

Talent development is another key priority. SotaTek will facilitate internships, workplace observation programmes and practical industry exposure for Tay Nguyen University students, helping them connect academic learning with professional practice.

In parallel, the university will prioritise support for SotaTek in connecting with young talent through career fairs, career guidance seminars and direct interviews. These activities aim to create a closer link between education and industry needs while opening up career opportunities for students.

Through this agreement, SotaTek and Tay Nguyen University aim to build sustained university–industry cooperation, advance the practical application of research, and develop talent equipped to contribute to technology projects in the workplace.

Select Partner is one of three tiers within the OpenAI Partner Network, alongside Advanced and Elite. The network is OpenAI’s global program for organisations that build, sell and deliver solutions using its technologies. OpenAI describes progression through these tiers as being based on sales performance, technical capability, joint sales engagement and deployment experience. The program also provides training, resources and support to help partners develop their AI practices.

The broader network connects OpenAI’s technology with partners’ expertise in areas such as business strategy, systems integration and implementation. Its purpose is to help organisations address the work involved in adopting AI, from selecting suitable use cases to integrating systems and supporting organisational change.

For SotaTek, joining the network as a Select Partner supports a continued focus on connecting AI capabilities with customers’ operational needs. The company’s approach begins with understanding the business problem, the people involved and the systems already in place. These considerations help shape solutions that fit how an organisation works and establish a clear basis for evaluating results.

SotaTek’s 428 active OpenAI learning badges represent another part of this ongoing effort. Covering areas including foundational knowledge, technical practice and solution consulting, the badges reflect the team’s participation in OpenAI learning pathways. This investment in training supports a shared knowledge base across teams involved in understanding customer requirements and developing AI solutions.

For businesses exploring AI, SotaTek focuses on turning initial ideas into clearly defined implementation plans. This includes identifying relevant use cases, assessing data and integration requirements, developing and testing solutions, and supporting adoption within existing workflows. Depending on each organisation’s priorities, potential applications may include internal knowledge access, document processing, customer support and workflow automation.

Throughout this process, SotaTek places emphasis on evaluating solutions against agreed business requirements. Starting with a focused use case allows teams to gather feedback, understand operational constraints and make informed decisions about broader deployment.

Becoming an OpenAI Select Partner marks a further step in SotaTek’s AI development journey. The company will continue investing in its people and technical capabilities to help customers move from exploration towards practical, sustainable AI adoption.

Contact SotaTek to discuss your organisation’s AI priorities and explore the next steps for implementation.

Built on mutual trust and an equal partnership, the MOU reflects the shared intention of both companies to combine their technology capabilities, human resources and business networks. Through this collaboration, SotaTek and EvidNet aim to pursue practical, long-term cooperation while identifying relevant growth opportunities in their target markets.

Data Is Becoming the Foundation of Digital Health

According to WHO and ITU, investing an additional USD 0.24 per patient annually in selected digital health interventions could save more than 2 million lives and avert approximately 7 million acute events and hospitalisations over the next decade. However, an OECD survey of 27 countries found that only 15 had a nationally unified electronic health record system. These findings highlight the importance of data standardisation and interoperability in unlocking the full potential of digital health.

Combining Strengths to Expand Cooperation Opportunities

Under the MOU, the two companies will explore cooperation opportunities related to technical support, market expansion and new business initiatives.

SotaTek is expected to contribute its technical capabilities and technology resources to support EvidNet’s relevant IT activities in South Korea, Vietnam and other international markets. The two parties will also cooperate on market research and connections with local communities and business networks, particularly when exploring opportunities in Vietnam.

SotaTek and EvidNet will also consider opportunities to participate in projects and new business models aligned with their respective directions. Depending on each opportunity, the companies may collaborate on business planning, proposal development and technical reviews before agreeing on an implementation approach.

Advancing Knowledge Exchange in Healthcare Data

Another focus of the MOU is to strengthen mutual understanding of each company’s technologies and business practices, particularly for projects related to healthcare data standardisation.

Where appropriate, the two parties may conduct training, technical briefings and working-level discussions. These activities will help the relevant teams better understand the technologies, project environments and implementation procedures required to support cooperation on specific initiatives.

The scope of work, resource allocation, roles and responsibilities will be discussed and agreed upon separately based on the requirements of each project.

Establishing a Framework for Long-Term Coordination

To support the implementation of the MOU, SotaTek and EvidNet will appoint dedicated representatives, maintain regular communication and periodically review the progress of their cooperation. A joint working group may also be established when necessary to identify priority areas and discuss implementation plans.

The signing of the MOU marks a new step in the relationship between SotaTek and EvidNet, creating a foundation for both companies to leverage their respective strengths in IT and healthcare data.

Moving forward, SotaTek and EvidNet will continue to evaluate relevant opportunities, define the scope of cooperation for individual projects and work toward a long-term partnership across Vietnam, South Korea and international markets.

About EvidNet

EvidNet is a South Korean company specialising in healthcare data, bringing together expertise in both healthcare and information technology. The company develops data platforms and provides big data IT solutions for healthcare, contributing to the healthcare data ecosystem and the advancement of precision and predictive medicine.

About SotaTek

SotaTek is a Vietnam-headquartered AI and Blockchain Development Partner providing software development, technology consulting and IT outsourcing services to global clients. With more than 1,500 technology professionals, SotaTek has delivered over 500 projects for more than 350 clients across 25+ countries. Its capabilities span artificial intelligence, blockchain, cloud and custom software development.

Under this partnership, SotaTek is authorized to resell YonYou’s ERP solutions and support their implementation for businesses in the Vietnamese market. The two companies are also working together on a Go-to-Market strategy focused on specific customer segments and enterprise management needs.

The new partner status builds on the strategic partnership previously established through a Memorandum of Understanding between SotaTek and YonYou during General Secretary Tô Lâm’s state visit to China.

Advancing Enterprise Management Solutions in Vietnam

YonYou provides enterprise management software and digital intelligence services. According to its official website, the company became the largest ERP software provider in the Asia-Pacific region and has expanded its solutions to markets worldwide.

As a Gold-level Partner and Implementation Partner, SotaTek will work with YonYou to bring its ERP solutions to businesses in Vietnam. The partnership combines YonYou’s enterprise management platforms with SotaTek’s technology delivery capabilities and understanding of the local market.

The collaboration aims to support Vietnamese enterprises in adopting digital management solutions that respond to their operational and transformation requirements.

Strengthening SotaTek’s International Partner Ecosystem

The new partner status reflects SotaTek’s continued efforts to expand its international technology ecosystem and strengthen its enterprise digital transformation offerings.

As a global technology company delivering software development, technology consulting and digital solutions across multiple markets, SotaTek focuses on creating practical and scalable value for businesses.

Through its partnership with YonYou, SotaTek continues to connect international technology and expertise with the needs of Vietnamese enterprises, supporting their progress towards more digitally enabled management and operations.

The MOU was signed by Mr. Luu Chung Tuyen, CEO of SotaTek, and Mr. Anh-Phuong TA (Félix), Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder of SEINETIME.

Combining the Technology Strengths of Both Parties

SotaTek is a Vietnam-headquartered global technology company and an AI & Blockchain Innovation Partner, providing IT services, software development, and technology consulting. The company has experience delivering projects for businesses and organizations across the finance, manufacturing, healthcare, and public sectors. SEINETIME is a France-based technology company that operates the Agentic Intelligence Platform (AIP) at seinetime.ai.

The Agentic Intelligence Platform is an integrated system that enables businesses to sense, reason, decide and act on their data in real time. The platform is designed to support personalization initiatives and business growth.

The collaboration combines SotaTek’s capabilities in software development, IT outsourcing and consulting with SEINETIME’s AIP and applied AI expertise. Building on these complementary strengths, SotaTek and SEINETIME will jointly develop and deliver technology solutions and consulting services to clients across global markets.

Expanding Collaboration in Technology and AI

Under the MOU, SotaTek and SEINETIME will leverage their respective strengths to explore relevant opportunities in software development, technology consulting and applied AI.

The two parties will also support each other in business development, marketing and proposal development for joint opportunities, with the aim of delivering solutions and services that address the needs of clients across global markets.

SotaTek and SEINETIME are currently working closely to deliver a Proof of Concept (PoC) project for a leading healthcare group in the United States. The project represents a practical collaboration between the two companies in developing and applying technology and AI solutions for global clients.

The agreement provides a foundation for both parties to strengthen their complementary capabilities, expand the scope of their collaboration and jointly deliver technology solutions and consulting services to global clients.

Built with the vision of making AI more accessible to users, tatca.ai brings multiple AI tools and specialized assistants together on a single platform, supporting a wide range of needs across learning, work, creativity, and everyday life. Joining NVIDIA Inception represents the next step in this journey, connecting tatca.ai more closely with the global AI technology ecosystem and opening up new opportunities for continued product development.

From 200,000 Users to a New Milestone

The rapid advancement of AI is changing the way people learn, work, and create. At the same time, the growing number of models and AI tools has also made the user experience increasingly fragmented, often requiring people to switch between multiple platforms for different tasks.

This is the challenge tatca.ai aims to address. Instead of searching for and using separate tools, users can access a range of AI-powered tools and assistants within a single platform, supporting everything from solving academic problems, writing, translation, and research to mind mapping and everyday tasks.

This approach quickly gained traction among users. Within just 30 days of launch, tatca.ai reached 200,000 users through 100% organic growth, reflecting the growing demand for AI experiences that are simpler, more integrated, and easier to access.

Joining NVIDIA Inception follows this period of rapid growth and marks the next stage in tatca.ai's journey as the platform continues to expand its product offerings and develop new AI experiences for users.

Joining the Global AI Innovation Ecosystem

NVIDIA Inception is a program designed to support startups developing AI-driven technologies and products. Through the program, members can access NVIDIA's technology ecosystem, technical resources, training programs, and opportunities to connect within the broader AI industry.

For tatca.ai, joining NVIDIA Inception creates new opportunities to engage more closely with the global AI ecosystem and access additional resources that can support research, experimentation, and product development. As AI technology continues to evolve rapidly, being connected to a broader technology ecosystem also gives product teams more opportunities to explore emerging technologies and identify new ways to apply them.

This milestone represents another step forward in tatca.ai's development as the platform continues to expand its capabilities and build AI experiences that better address the real-world needs of users.

Building Simpler AI Experiences for Users

tatca.ai was created not only to bring multiple AI tools into one place, but also to make AI easier to access and use. Rather than requiring users to understand how different models work or navigate dozens of separate tools, the platform provides AI assistants designed around specific needs and use cases.

From students and professionals to content creators, tatca.ai aims to offer useful AI tools for a wide range of users and everyday scenarios. As AI becomes an increasingly important part of digital life, the platform focuses on turning complex technologies into experiences that are more intuitive, convenient, and accessible.

Moving forward, tatca.ai will continue to develop new AI tools and experiences while improving personalization to better meet the increasingly diverse needs of its growing user base.

A Step Forward in SotaTek's AI Strategy

tatca.ai joining NVIDIA Inception is not only a milestone for the product itself, but also reflects SotaTek's long-term investment in artificial intelligence. Alongside delivering technology solutions for businesses, SotaTek continues to expand its research and development efforts in AI-powered products that combine technical capabilities with real-world user needs.

The development of tatca.ai is part of this broader direction. From building AI solutions for enterprises to developing AI products for end users, SotaTek continues to expand its capabilities in researching, developing, and applying artificial intelligence across different industries and use cases.

By joining NVIDIA Inception, tatca.ai further expands its connection to the global AI technology ecosystem and builds a stronger foundation for its next stage of development. The milestone also reinforces SotaTek's commitment to investing in AI capabilities, developing new technology products, and making practical AI applications more accessible to users.

The Journey Is Just Beginning

Reaching 200,000 users in just 30 days and joining NVIDIA Inception are important milestones in the early development of tatca.ai. However, they represent only the first steps in a broader journey to build a platform that makes AI more accessible and useful in everyday life.

In the coming period, the team will continue expanding its ecosystem with new AI tools and experiences, improving personalization, and building a platform that better responds to users' evolving needs. With the support of SotaTek and as part of the NVIDIA Inception ecosystem, tatca.ai will continue working toward its mission of bringing AI closer to more people through experiences that are simple, convenient, and designed for real-world use.

tatca.ai – All AI in One Platform.

The agreement opens opportunities for both companies to jointly explore projects in Vietnam and regional markets, with a focus on information technology, fintech, and digital transformation.

Through this collaboration, SotaTek and CROSSHUB will combine technical talent, technology implementation experience, and local market expertise to support initiatives in digital identity, payments, software development, and system integration.

CROSSHUB brings expertise in identity verification, authentication, and digital payment infrastructure. SotaTek contributes its software engineering capabilities and experience delivering AI, blockchain, cloud, and digital transformation solutions across international markets.

Held on 19 and 20 August at Thiskyhall Sala in Ho Chi Minh City, INNOEX 2026 brought together businesses, startups, investors, experts, and technology solution providers. Under the theme “The Inflection Point: Where Global Shifts Fuel Business Reinvention,” the event explored major shifts in AI, data, automation, international trade, and emerging business models.

SotaTek’s participation in INNOEX 2026 and the MOU signing with CROSSHUB reflect its continued efforts to strengthen its international partner ecosystem, connecting global technology capabilities with local implementation expertise to support secure and market-relevant digital solutions across the region.