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Qualcomm has officially acquired the generative AI division of VinAI, a leading Vietnamese AI research company based in Hanoi. The financial details remain undisclosed, but the move strengthens Qualcomm’s position in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and deep learning technologies.
VinAI, founded in 2019 by former DeepMind scientist Hung Bui, specializes in AI-powered automotive solutions, including in-cabin monitoring, smart parking, and advanced security systems. The company is backed by VinGroup, one of Vietnam’s largest technology conglomerates, and also conducts cutting-edge AI research.
According to Jilei Hou, Qualcomm’s Senior VP of Engineering, this acquisition underscores the company’s commitment to AI-driven research and development. “By integrating VinAI’s top AI talent, we are strengthening our ability to deliver next-generation AI solutions that will enhance industries worldwide,” he said.
VinAI currently employs around 200 AI specialists across Vietnam, the U.S., and Australia. With this acquisition, VinAI’s expertise will contribute to Qualcomm’s AI-powered software, chipsets, and embedded technologies across smartphones, PCs, and vehicles.
Hung Bui, VinAI’s CEO, stated that his team’s expertise in generative AI and machine learning will accelerate Qualcomm’s development of AI-driven innovations. Following the acquisition, Bui will officially join Qualcomm to help lead future AI initiatives.
This deal is Qualcomm’s second AI-focused acquisition in 2025, following its purchase of Edge Impulse, a German AI and Internet of Things (IoT) company, in March. Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon recently emphasized the importance of edge AI—technology that enables AI to operate directly on devices without relying on cloud-based data centers.
With the addition of VinAI’s AI technology and expertise, Qualcomm continues to position itself at the forefront of AI-powered innovation, advancing the future of autonomous systems, smart devices, and next-generation computing.
