“40% of workers will need to be retrained with new skills by 2025 to adapt to the advancements in AI and automation,” emphasized Mr. Đào Trung Thành, Vice Director of the ABAII Academy.
On December 16, 2024, the 19th ABAII Unitour, themed “Enhancing Management Efficiency and Job Opportunities through Blockchain and AI in the Engineering Sector,” took place at the University of Science, Ho Chi Minh City. The event, organized by the Academy of Blockchain Technology and AI Innovation (ABAII), in collaboration with the Vietnam Blockchain Association (VBA), attracted over 200 students and leading technology experts. The seminar not only provided in-depth insights into the potential of Blockchain and AI but also opened real job opportunities for engineering students in the digital era.
Representing the University of Science, Dr. Quan Quốc Đăng highlighted the importance of integrating Blockchain and AI within the engineering industry to enhance management efficiency and improve job performance. In the rapidly changing technical job market, he encouraged students to proactively learn and equip themselves with new technological skills to meet the growing demands of businesses.
During the program, Mr. Lê Anh Quốc, Blockchain Technology Expert at VBA and Chief Operating Officer of AlphaTrue JSC, discussed the potential of Blockchain, especially in the application of carbon credit management. This is a crucial solution for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and contributing to sustainable development. According to Bloomberg, the global carbon credit market is projected to reach $800 billion by 2050. Blockchain optimizes carbon credit transactions through transparency, traceability, and smart contracts, thereby improving liquidity in this market.
Regarding the Blockchain market in Vietnam, Mr. Quốc stated: “Blockchain is developing rapidly, with investment flows into Vietnam reaching $105 billion during 2023-2024, yielding nearly $1.2 billion in profits and attracting over 17 million crypto asset holders. These figures demonstrate the tremendous potential of Blockchain technology in the digital economy.”
Continuing the program, Mr. Đào Trung Thành, Vice Director and Chairman of the Faculty Council at ABAII Academy shared insights on the role of Generative AI in shaping the technical labor market. Citing data from the World Economic Forum, he stated: “40% of workers will need to be reskilled by 2025 to adapt to advancements in AI and automation.”
AI not only creates new job opportunities but also offers highly attractive incomes. Specifically, the current average salary for AI engineers is $200,000 per year, 2.3 times higher than that of regular software engineers. For top experts, earnings can range between $500,000 and $800,000 annually, while exceptional AI scientists at OpenAI can earn up to $10 million per year. These figures illustrate that AI is not merely a trend but poses an urgent demand for high-quality human resources in the digital age.
Additionally, the panel discussion on the topic “The Changing Job Market in the Engineering Sector in the Age of Blockchain and AI” provided valuable insights from experts in the field.
Mr. Võ Thanh Thiên Toán, Chief Technology Officer at DecomStars, shared practical applications of Blockchain and AI in businesses, particularly in optimizing project management and supply chain processes. He emphasized that the greatest challenge for engineers is the ability to quickly adapt to the fast-paced development of technology. Mr. Toán stated: “The biggest challenges engineers will face when applying new technologies are the ability to adapt quickly to the rapid pace of development and the complexity of system integration.”
Mr. Nguyễn Đức Long, Digital Transformation Director at ABAII Academy, shared that mastering Blockchain and AI will help students be ready to meet the job market demands in the digital age. To address this highly competitive market, Mr. Long advised students to proactively study and enhance their knowledge of Blockchain and AI through online learning platforms such as MasterTeck, developed by the ABAII Academy.
During the panel discussion on the challenges of starting a Blockchain business, Mr. Phạm Mạnh Cường, CEO of WisChain LLC, emphasized that success in this field requires perseverance and a constant willingness to learn. Mr. Cường stated: “Starting a business in the Blockchain sector not only requires a deep understanding of technology but also demands project management skills and the ability to overcome barriers.”
An initiative of the Academy of Blockchain and AI Innovation (ABAII) and the Vietnam Blockchain Association, the ABAII Unitour has organized 19 Blockchain and AI outreach programs at 19 universities across the country from March to October 2024. The programs have covered a wide range of topics tailored to the specific needs of each institution. By 2025, ABAII Unitour aims to hold 30 programs, reaching at least 100,000 students to share knowledge on technology and new career opportunities in the digital age.
To date, ABAII Unitour has successfully conducted 19 programs at prestigious universities across the country, including the University of Science, Ho Chi Minh City, the National Economics University, the University of Law, Ho Chi Minh City, the University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Ho Chi Minh City, and the University of Economics and Finance. By 2025, the program is set to host 30 events, reaching at least 100,000 students, and opening up new career opportunities in the digital era for the country’s young workforce.
Some images from the seminar “Applying Blockchain and AI to Optimize Management and Job Opportunities in the Engineering Sector”.
