Vietnam Strengthens Measures Against Cyber Copyright Infringement

• •VTV and A05 signed a cooperation program to combat digital copyright infringement.
• •The VTV Prime app was attacked, resulting in over 300,000 malicious SMS messages sent.
• •Coordination among state agencies and media is crucial for effective copyright protection.

On June 25, 2026, Vietnam Television (VTV) and the Cyber Security and High-Tech Crime Prevention Department (A05) signed a cooperation program aimed at protecting intellectual property rights in the digital environment. The program addresses the rising complexity of online copyright violations, including manipulated celebrity photos and attacks on organizations for illegal copyright exploitation. A recent incident involved the VTV Prime app, which suffered an attack where over 300,000 malicious SMS messages were sent in 90 minutes, causing significant financial damage. A05 emphasized the need for enhanced coordination among state agencies, rights holders, and media outlets to effectively combat these threats. The collaboration aims to raise public awareness and strengthen the digital resilience of citizens against high-tech crimes. The ongoing digital transformation poses challenges for media organizations like VTV, which have been directly affected by copyright infringements and defamation attacks.