IT Students Demonstrate Competence at the APEC Innovation 2025–2026 National Startup Competition

In the era of rapid digital transformation, Information Technology (IT) students are not only mastering technology but also leading the way in innovation and entrepreneurship. At the APEC Innovation Season II (2025–2026)—a prestigious national intellectual arena—the Faculty of Information Technology at Lac Hong University (LHU) has once again affirmed its position with impressive achievements.

Key Highlights

Out of 468 startup ideas nationwide, the Organizing Committee selected the 186 most outstanding projects to advance to the Semi-Finals. Lac Hong University is honored to have three representative teams, featuring significant contributions from IT students:

1. 1. LingoAI – An AI-powered personalized English learning platform.
2. 2. E-Braille – A digital Braille device designed to support the visually impaired.
3. 3. Sac Viet – A platform connecting traditional periodic markets to wider audiences.

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   Official Announcement of the APEC INNOVATION Preliminary Round Results

These projects demonstrate not only creative thinking but also the ability to apply IT to solve practical problems in education, social welfare, and digital economic development. Learn more about the APEC INNOVATION competition.

Technology as a Foundation for Innovation

A notable commonality among these teams is the use of technology as the core of their business ideas. IT students have flexibly applied specialized fields such as: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Platform Development, Embedded Systems and Smart Devices, Digital Transformation in Commerce and Education,...

This affirms that Information Technology is not merely a supporting tool but the core engine driving innovation and entrepreneurship in the digital age.

Mentorship from Faculty

These achievements are the result of the dedicated efforts of the competing teams, guided by the professional direction of experienced faculty members:

• 1. Mr. Nguyen Minh Phúc – Head of the Information Technology Department.
• 2. Mr. Bui Xuan Canh – Faculty Member of the Artificial Intelligence Department.

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  Faculty Advisors and Competing Teams at APEC INNOVATION

This mentorship helps students refine their ideas while enhancing their research capabilities and product development skills according to industry standards.

The successful advancement of multiple teams to the national Semi-Finals is clear evidence of LHU’s commitment to "Practical-based Training." This dynamic environment encourages creativity and steers students toward technological competence and an entrepreneurial mindset.

The Faculty of Information Technology at Lac Hong University continuously creates conditions for students to "study while practicing – study to start up," preparing them to integrate and compete in the global labor market.

The Semi-Finals represent a major milestone, offering teams the opportunity to further refine and scale their ideas. With a solid foundation in IT expertise and a spirit of innovation, LHU’s representatives are expected to make further breakthroughs and achieve even higher results in the upcoming rounds.

The Faculty of Information Technology wishes our teams confidence, resilience, and creativity. Continue to spread the entrepreneurial spirit and showcase the intelligence of Lac Hong students on the national and international innovation map!