CloudWave 2026: VNPT Cloud and technology partners build adaptive capabilities for enterprises in the AI era

On 27/10/2026, VNPT Cloud organized the CloudWave event 2026 in TPChi Minh City under the theme "Build to Adapt". The event brought together experts, business leaders, and technology partners such as Hitachi Vantara, Scality, Nessar, Fortinet, UCloud, and HPE; to discuss strategies for digital infrastructure modernization, data mastery, security, and building technology foundations ready for the era of AI.

The CloudWave 2026 event with the theme "Build to Adapt – Fostering Adaptability"

Build to Adapt – Creating a Digital Platform Ready for Change

In the context of digital transformation entering a new phase of development, businesses not only face the need to improve operational efficiency but also must continuously adapt to rapid changes in technology, markets, and the business environment.

The advancement of artificial intelligence (AI), the need for real-time data processing, and increasingly complex cybersecurity challenges are placing new demands on IT infrastructure. Accordingly, investments in technology platforms must be viewed not only from the perspectives of performance or cost, but also through scalability, flexibility, security, and the ability to maintain continuous operations.

Against this backdrop, CloudWave 2026 chose the theme “Build to Adapt – Creating Adaptability”, emphasizing the importance of building digital platforms capable of meeting business changes in the long run.

Opening the program, Mr. Pham Huy Hoang – General Director of VNPT Information Technology Company (VNPT-IT) – offered a strategic perspective through the topic “Build to Adapt: The New DNA of Digital Enterprises – Creating a New DNA for Digital Enterprises”.

Mr. Pham Huy Hoang – General Director of VNPT-IT shared directions on building adaptive capabilities for digital enterprises.

The opening session focused on the imperative of developing adaptive capabilities within enterprises, as technology infrastructure, data, security, and AI become increasingly intertwined. In this context, Cloud is recognized as a vital foundation enabling enterprises to proactively adjust resources, develop applications, and respond to emerging business requirements.

The overarching message underscored at CloudWave 2026 is that enterprises need not merely more powerful technology infrastructure, but rather a platform that is sufficiently flexible, secure, and proactive to be prepared for future disruptions.

Sovereign Cloud – The Foundation for Building Trust in the Age of AI

One of the focal topics at CloudWave 2026 was the issue of data sovereignty and technological autonomy in the context of the rapid development of AI.

During the Keynote session “Sovereign Cloud: Building Trust in the Age of AI and Geopolitics”, Mr. Nguyen Ngoc Khanh – Deputy Director of Cloud Computing Center VNPT Cloud – focused on the topic of Sovereign Cloud in the era of AI and geopolitical fluctuations.

Mr. Nguyen Ngoc Khanh – Deputy Director of Cloud Computing Center VNPT Cloud

As data increasingly becomes a strategic asset, businesses need to pay attention not only to data storage and processing capabilities, but also to ensuring control, privacy, legal regulatory compliance, and the degree of independence in operating technological infrastructure.

In particular, the application of AI is increasing the demand for managing data and highly sensitive information processing systems. This sets the requirement to build a Cloud environment capable of simultaneously meeting the criteria for security, data governance, and operational continuity.

It can be seen that the role of Cloud is not only as a technology infrastructure platform, but also as a factor supporting enterprises to build digital trust, strengthen data control, and become more proactive in their digital transformation strategy.

Topic: Sovereign Cloud in the AI era, presented by Mr. Nguyen Ngoc Khanh

Modernizing data infrastructure, establishing a foundation for AI-native enterprises

During the Keynote session “Data Modernization for the AI Era”, Mr. Nguyen Anh Tu – Senior Consultant at Hitachi Vantara Vietnam – shared orientations for transitioning from traditional infrastructure to a flexible architecture capable of scaling according to enterprise needs. The modernization process needs to be implemented along a suitable roadmap, balancing investment efficiency, operational requirements, and the ability to adopt new technologies.

Hitachi Vantara's representative shared the strategy for modernizing data infrastructure in the AI era.

Following this topic, Mr. Vu Thanh Cong – Deputy Director of the Data and AI Center, Nessar Vietnam – presented on “Real-time Data Platform for AI-native Enterprises”, emphasizing the role of real-time data platforms, ensuring data sovereignty, and defense capabilities in Hybrid Cloud environments.

Mr. Vu Thanh Cong introduced the real-time data platform for AI-native enterprises.

The presentation sessions demonstrated the importance of building a flexible and secure data infrastructure, helping enterprises optimize operations, effectively leverage data sources, and be ready to deploy AI applications.

Adaptive Security and Resilience – The Foundation for Secure Digital Infrastructure

Security and resilience against technology risks were among the key topics at CloudWave 2026. In the keynote session "Cyber Resilient Infrastructure", Mr. Le Ngoc Canh – Product Manager at ADG – emphasized the importance of building a secure digital infrastructure from the hardware level to the cloud (Silicon-to-Cloud Security), aiming to enhance defensive capabilities and ensure business continuity.

Mr. Le Ngoc Canh shared solutions for building a secure and resilient digital infrastructure against risks.

Following this topic, Mr. Tran Duc Manh – Systems Engineer at Fortinet Vietnam – shared insights on the “Adaptive Defense” strategy, emphasizing the need for flexible security amidst the expansion of applications, AI Agents, and hybrid infrastructure, helping enterprises proactively respond to cybersecurity risks.

Fortinet's representative presented the adaptive defense strategy in response to cybersecurity challenges.

From a governance perspective AI, UCloud representatives, Mr. Samuel Zhang and Mr. Dao Tung Lam, shared practical experiences from China on building governance frameworks AI, data security, and risk control, contributing to guiding the safe and effective application of AI in enterprises.

UCloud representatives share experiences in AI governance and enterprise data security. 

Panel Discussion: Building a flexible Cloud platform for AI-native enterprises

As part of CloudWave 2026, the thematic panel discussion "Creating an Agile Cloud Platform for AI-Native Enterprises" featured representatives from VNPT Cloud alongside technology partners Nessar, HPE, and Hitachi Vantara. The discussion was moderated by Mr. Nguyen Ngoc Khanh – Deputy Director of the Cloud Computing Center at VNPT Cloud.

During the panel discussion, experts focused on discussing cloud infrastructure development strategies in the era of AI, particularly the requirements for scalability, data governance, and information security assurance. Thereby, clarifying directions for building flexible technology platforms capable of adapting to businesses' operational needs and sustainable development.

Experts from VNPT Cloud, Nessar, HPE, and Hitachi Vantara discuss an agile Cloud platform for AI-native businesses.

Promoting strategic partnerships and expanding the technology ecosystem

One of the highlights of CloudWave 2026 was the strategic cooperation signing ceremony between VNPT Cloud, Nessar, and Redis, marking a step forward in strengthening cooperative relations and connecting technological capabilities among the parties. The signing activity reflects the orientation to expand the partner ecosystem, promote the development of technological solutions, and meet the digital transformation and infrastructure modernization needs of businesses.

Mr. Pham Thanh Binh – Director of VNPT Cloud Cloud Computing Center at the strategic cooperation signing ceremony within the framework of CloudWave 2026.

Experience space and technology solutions connection

Alongside in-depth discussion sessions, CloudWave 2026 also offered an exhibition and solution showcase area featuring VNPT Cloud and partners Hitachi Vantara, Fortinet, UCloud, HPE, Scality, Nessar, as well as technology brands Redis, FireMon, BlueCat, and Tricentis. This was an opportunity for enterprises to directly explore technology solutions, discuss infrastructure modernization, data governance, and security needs with experts, while expanding networking and cooperation opportunities.

Attendees learn about and discuss technology solutions at the CloudWave 2026 exhibition area.

The exhibition and technology solution showcase area of VNPT Cloud and partners at CloudWave 2026.

VNPT Cloud accompanies enterprises on the journey of building adaptive capabilities

With a series of contents ranging from Sovereign Cloud, data modernization, adaptive security to AI governance, CloudWave 2026 provides a comprehensive picture of the technological capabilities that enterprises need to focus on in the new phase of digital transformation.

The event also highlights the increasingly important role of connecting platform providers, technology vendors, and the business community to establish more comprehensive approaches to digital infrastructure challenges.

Through CloudWave 2026, VNPT Cloud continues to promote partner ecosystem connections, share technology knowledge, and accompany businesses in modernizing infrastructure, enhancing data governance capabilities, and preparing for the adoption of AI.

Overview of the CloudWave 2026 event themed “Build to Adapt – Fostering Adaptive Capacity”.

In the spirit of "Build to Adapt," CloudWave 2026 is not only a forum for discussing technology trends, but also contributes to expanding cooperation opportunities, aiming to build flexible, secure, and sustainable digital platforms for Vietnamese enterprises in the era of AI.