Qualcomm launches AI R&D centre in Vietnam
HANOI :U.S. chipmaker Qualcomm has launched an artificial intelligence research and development centre in Vietnam, the company said on Tuesday.
Its researchers will focus on advancing generative and agentic AI solutions across smartphones, personal computers, XR (extended reality), automotive and IoT applications, it said in a statement.
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