Vietnam: Data protection regulation in Law on Artificial Intelligence
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Law on Artificial Intelligence including data protection regulation enters into force
On 1 March 2026, the Law on Artificial Intelligence enters into force, making data protection obligations enforceable. Article 7(3) prohibits any collection, processing, or use of data for artificial intelligence systems that violates data protectio…
SourceLaw on Artificial Intelligence including data protection regulation was adopted by the National Assembly
On 10 December 2025, the National Assembly of Vietnam adopted the Law on Artificial Intelligence, confirming binding data protection obligations for artificial intelligence systems. Article 7(3) prohibits unlawful collection, processing, or use of d…
SourceLaw on Artificial Intelligence including data protection regulation was introduced to the National Assembly
On 27 November 2025, the Law on Artificial Intelligence was introduced to the National Assembly of Vietnam, establishing data protection requirements for artificial intelligence activities. Article 7(3) prohibits collecting, processing, or using dat…
SourceMinistry of Science and Technology closed consultation on Draft Law on Artificial Intelligence including data protection regulation
On 20 October 2025, the Ministry of Science and Technology (MST) closed the public consultation, which had been open since 29 September 2025, on the Draft Law on Artificial Intelligence. The Draft Law establishes respect for privacy as a basic princ…
SourceMinistry of Science and Technology opened consultation on Draft Law on Artificial Intelligence including data protection regulation
On 29 September 2025, the Ministry of Science and Technology (MST) opened a public consultation, until 20 October 2025, on the Draft Law on Artificial Intelligence. The Draft Law establishes respect for privacy as a basic principle for artificial in…
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