Time: May 29 - 30, 2025
Venue: Swinburne Innovation Space, No. 80 Duy Tan, Cau Giay District, Hanoi (Vietnam)
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Technology with the application of Artificial Intelligence has drastically changed our daily lives, work, and communication. Applied research seeking smart solutions to improve operational efficiency is increasingly becoming a fundamental competitive advantage. In addition, rapidly advancing technology, including AI-driven semiconductor design and manufacturing, presents both opportunities and challenges for the sustainable development of humanity.

The Conference on Applied AI Technology for Smart Solutions (ICATS) 2025 will be collocated with the 43rd Consumer Device and System Research Symposium (CDS) in Hanoi, focusing on AI applications in various fields, including smart semiconductor design and production, business, education, media, and technology-driven industries.

COLLOCATED WITH the 43rd Consumer Device and System Research Symposium (CDS)

PARTICIPANTS

1. Business leaders, executives, and senior managers
2. Technology, operations, and business managers
3. Training institutions and strategic technology consultancy units
4. Lecturers, researchers, and experts from universities and research institutes
5. Individuals interested in technology and smart solutions
The main topics discussed are new applications of technology related to artificial intelligence, semiconductor that provide outstanding intelligent solutions in the fields of management and business. These areas include:

TOPICS IN THE INDUSTRY WORKSHOP

6. Smart Applications & Services Development
7. AI Ethics & Education
8. Sustainable Development 
2. Customer Experience (CX)
3. Digital Marketing
4. Generative AI & Applications
5. Edu-Tech Trends & Applications
1. AI Applications in Smart Semiconductor Design and Manufacturing
AI optimizes chip design, semiconductor production, and hardware performance enhancement.
Leveraging AI to enhance user experience and optimize customer service strategies.
AI-driven advertising, data analytics, and marketing strategy optimization.
Exploring cutting-edge AI models for digital content creation and product design.
AI-driven innovations in education and training.
AI applications in software development, mobile applications, and intelligent services.
Ethical considerations, legal frameworks, and AI education methodologies.
AI’s role in environmental sustainability, energy efficiency, and resource management.
AI-powered content production, media trend analysis, audience engagement strategies, and content personalization.
9. AI in Media & Communication
AI applications in diagnostics, medical imaging, personalized treatment, and healthcare management systems.
10. AI for Healthcare

Significance of the Topic: "AI Applications in Smart Semiconductor Design and Manufacturing"

The inclusion of AI applications in semiconductor design and manufacturing is a critical and timely addition to the workshop, especially considering the growing importance of the semiconductor industry in AI and smart systems.
1. Optimized Chip Design: AI accelerates the integrated circuit (IC) design process, automating workflows, reducing development time, and lowering costs.
2. Enhanced Testing & Quality Assurance: AI improves fault detection in semiconductor design, ensuring higher product reliability.
3. Smart Semiconductor Manufacturing: AI-driven process control enhances production efficiency, optimizes supply chains, and minimizes material waste.
4. Simulation & Predictive Modeling: AI supports chip performance simulation, lifespan prediction, and operational optimization.
5. Hardware Security & Protection: AI strengthens cybersecurity measures in semiconductor design and fabrication, detecting potential vulnerabilities and ensuring secure hardware implementation.
By participating in the conference, businesses and participants can receive the following benefits:

1. Update the latest technology trends. Gain a deeper understanding of how AI is changing industries, identifying future opportunities and challenges.

2. Network with leading scientists, experts, businesses and investors in typical fields consult directly with experts, thereby opening up opportunities for cooperation, investment and development career.




4. Learn new techniques, technologies and methods to apply to your work improving efficiency and value in the field you are operating in.

5. Access to resources and tools to support project development and ideas for using AI.

6. Participate in a discussion session to share experiences, perspectives and challenges in applying AI technology from many fields such as marketing, production, finance, and operations.

BENEFITS

3. Promote companies' products, services, or solutions through exhibition booths during the conference.
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Keynote Speakers

Academic Keynote Speakers

Industry Keynote Speakers

Dr. Takashi Murakami

Principal Engineer, Panasonic Corporation
Topic: The Importance of Data Standardization for AI Services in Smart Homes
Topic: Testbed-as-a-Service: Towards Cloud-to-Cloud Interoperability with the ECHONET Lite Web API

Dr. Pham Van Cu

 Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (JAIST)

Prof. Masao Isshiki 

Institute Professor, Kanagawa Institute of Technology, Japan
Topic: Educational activities for the AI-IoT Smart Home
Topic: AI Assistive Application For Individuals with Visual Impairments in Indoor Navigation

Dr. Nguyen Phuong Anh

University of Quebec, Canada;
Canada Director, International Association for Convergence Science & Technology (IACST);
Fellow, Korea Computer Industry Association (KCIA)
Topic: Multi-faceted Crowd Surveillance for Effective Accurate Prediction of Epidemics

Assoc. Prof. Anchit Bijalwan 

Lead Computing, Games and Data Science Academic Research Cluster
British University Vietnam
Topic: Copyright in AI age

Ms. Nguyen Hong Hanh

Founder & CEO - Edtech Agency
Founder - Negotiation Agency
Topic: AI Agents: From Academic Insights to Real-World Applications

Dr. Trieu Hai Long

AI Scientist, FPT Smart Cloud
Topic: AI‑Powered Bandwidth Reduction in Surveillance Camera Networks

Dr. Pham Van Dai

Head of Internet of Things, Swinburne Vietnam
Topic: Urban Sensing and its Smart Application on Predicting Road Traffic Risks

Prof. Chih-Lin Hu

Professor, National Central University, Taiwan
Topic: The Overview of Semiconductor Industry in Taiwan and Case study

Chair Professor Gene Eu Jan

Department of Computer Science,
Asia University, Taiwan
Topic: Enhancing the Learner Experience with AI: Automation in Teaching Support and Assessment through the LIT Education System

Ms. Angela Vu

Founder of LIT Education, Swinburne Marketing lecturer, AI Marketing consultant
Topic: Our AI Future: Opportunity, Responsibility, and the Path to Safety

Dr. Jimmy Le

Director, Safe AI Foundation, ASIA PACIFIC
Topic: Human-Centered AI for Student Wellbeing

Dr. Sharmili Roy

Co-Founder of Zoala Pte. Ltd., Singapore
Topic: Updating

Mr. Isaac Munandar

Co-Founder & CEO, MAXY Academy
Topic: AI-Driven Semiconductor Design and Manufacturing with MATLAB and Simulink

Mr. Duong Quang Huy

Ascendas Systems Vietnam

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Ending & Ceremonial Photo

TIMELINE

SCHEDULE

MORNING

13:00 -13:30

Poster Session

9:10 - 9:35

Keynote Speaker: Prof. Masao Isshiki - Institute Professor, Kanagawa Institute of Technology, Japan
Topic: Educational activities for the AI-IoT Smart Home

8:30 - 9:00

Check in & Registration

14:00 - 14:15

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Takashi Murakami - Principal Engineer, Panasonic Corporation
Topic: The Importance of Data Standardization for AI Services in Smart Homes

13:30 - 13:45

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Jimmy Le - Director, Safe AI Foundation, ASIA PACIFIC
Topic: Our AI Future: Opportunity, Responsibility, and the Path to Safety

9:00 - 9:05

Welcome Speech from Dr. Hoang Viet Ha - Honorary Chair of ICATS 2025; Director, Swinburne Vietnam 

9:05 - 9:10

Speech from Prof. Katsuhiko Kaji, Professor Aichi Instiute of Technology, Japan

11:05 - 11:35

Preparation and Support for ICATS Authors’ Poster Display
Conference on Applied AI Technology on Smart Solutions (ICATS 2025)

ICATS Conference

9:35 - 10:00

Keynote Speaker: Prof. Chi-lin Hu - Professor, National Central University, Taiwan
Topic: Urban Sensing and its Smart Application on Predicting Road Traffic Risks

13:30 - 13:45

Keynote Speaker: Chair Professor Gene Eu Jan - Department of Computer Science, Asia University, Taiwan
Topic: The Overview of Semiconductor industry in Taiwan and Case study

ICATS 2025 AGENDA (29/5)

Main session of the Conference on Applied AI Technology on Smart Solutions (ICATS 2025) and the 43rd Consumer Device and System Research Symposium (CDS) 

Plenary Session

10:00 - 10:25

Keynote Speaker: Assoc. Prof. Anchit Bijalwan - Lead Computing, Games and Data Science Academic Research Cluster, British University Vietnam
Topic: Multi-faceted Crowd Surveillance for Effective Accurate Prediction of Epidemics

10:25 - 10:35

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Pham Van Cu - Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (JAIST)
Topic: Testbed-as-a-Service: Towards Cloud-to-Cloud Interoperability with the ECHONET Lite Web API

10:35 - 10:55

Panel Discussion: The Elephant in the Room: Interoperability for AI

[Keynote]:
1. Prof. Masao Isshiki - Institute Professor, Kanagawa Institute of Technology, Japan
2. Prof. Chi-lin Hu - Professor, National Central University, Taiwan
3. Assoc. Prof. Anchit Bijalwan - Lead Computing, Games and Data Science Academic Research Cluster, British University Vietnam
4. Dr. Pham Van Cu - Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (JAIST)

[Moderator]: Dr. Pham Van Cu - Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (JAIST)

11:00 - 11:05

Ceremonial Photo

11:35 - 13:00

Lunch break

14:15 - 14:30

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Nguyen Phuong Anh - University of Quebec, Canada; Canada Director, International Association for Convergence Science & Technology (IACST); Fellow, Korea Computer Industry Association (KCIA)
Topic: AI Assistive Application For Individuals with Visual Impairments in Indoor Navigation

14:30 - 14:45

Keynote Speaker: Ms. Nguyen Hong Hanh - Founder & CEO - Edtech Agency Founder - Negotiation Agency
Topic: Copyright in AI age

15:00 - 15:15

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Trieu Hai Long - AI Scientist, FPT Smart Cloud
Topic: AI Agents: From Academic Insights to Real-World Applications

14:45 - 15:00

Coffee break

15:15 - 15:30

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Sharmili Roy - Co-Founder of Zoala Pte. Ltd.
Topic: Human-Centered AI for Student Wellbeing

15:30 - 15:45

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Pham Van Dai - Head of Internet of Things, Swinburne Vietnam
Topic: AI‑Powered Bandwidth Reduction in Surveillance Camera Networks

15:30 - 15:45

Keynote Speaker: Ms. Angela Vu - Founder of LIT Education, Swinburne Marketing Lecturer, AI Marketing consultant
Topic: Enhancing the Learner Experience with AI: Automation in Teaching Support and Assessment through the LIT Education System

16:00 - 16:30

Panel Discussion: Applying AI Technology for Smart Solutions

[Keynote]:
1. Dr. Nguyen Phuong Anh - University of Quebec, Canada; Canada Director, International Association for Convergence Science & Technology (IACST); Fellow, Korea Computer Industry Association (KCIA)
2. Dr. Trieu Hai Long - AI Scientist, FPT Smart Cloud
3. Ms. Nguyen Hong Hanh - Founder & CEO - Edtech Agency Founder - Negotiation Agency
4. Ms. Angela Vu - Founder of LIT Education, Swinburne Marketing Lecturer, AI Marketing consultant
5. Mr. Duong Quang Huy - Ascendas Systems Vietnam

[Moderator]: Dr. Jimmy Le - Director, Safe AI Foundation, ASIA PACIFIC

15:45 - 16:00

Keynote Speaker: Mr. Duong Quang Huy - Ascendas Systems Vietnam
Topic: AI-Driven Semiconductor Design and Manufacturing with MATLAB and Simulink

AFTERNOON

13:45 - 14:00

Keynote Speaker: Mr. Isaac Munandar - Co-Founder & CEO, MAXY Academy
Topic: AI x EdTech: Where Innovation Meets Impact

ICATS 2025 ACADEMIC AGENDA (29-30/5)

Session

Timeline

Session 1: Advanced AI Systems
Venue: Room 7.4, 7th Floor

13:30 - 15:00

Paper ID

Session 2: Intelligent Education & Learning Analytics
Venue: Room 7.4, 7th Floor

9:30 - 11:15

Afternoon, May 29, 2025

Morning, May 30, 2025

Session 3: Machine Learning & Data Science Applications
Venue: Room 14.3, 14th Floor

9:30 - 11:15

Poster Exhibition
Venue: Room 13.1, 13th Floor

13:00 - 13:30

ChipClaude: Advancing Natural Language Hardware Design through LLM Distillation

Paper Title

20

35

AI-Powered Admission Consulting Chat-bot: A Case Study of Swinburne Vietnam

29

Customer Segmentation Using Transformers on Review Texts

27

Customer churn prediction in the banking sector 

30

 Enhancing Credit Scoring through Ensemble Learning and Deep Neural Networks

33

Content-Based Movie Recommendation System Using NLP

10

Classroom Face Recognition System for Attendance Tracking with Limited Sample Data

19

A Framework for Estimating Classroom Activeness with Action Recognition

37

Smart Traffic Flow Optimization via Deep Neural Networks

26

KNNensemble: Custom Oversampling Meets Anomaly-Aware Fusion for Churn Detection

7

Harnessing Deep Learning for Brain tumour Analysis: Transforming MRI Scans into Accurate Diagnostic and

45

Simulation-Based Optimization of Wind Turbine Design for Enhanced Speed and Efficiency

21

Nutri Heart with Chatbot

8

AI-Based Story Generator Using Stable Diffusion

44

Edge Computing and Deep Learning Integration for Real-Time Traffic Optimization in Smart Cities

2

Revisiting Intrusion Detection: A Comparative Benchmark of Supervised Learning Models on the KDD Cup 1999 Dataset

10

Classroom Face Recognition System for Attendance Tracking with Limited Sample Data

19

A Framework for Estimating Classroom Activeness with Action Recognition

22

I Virtual Assistant System for Educational Exhibitions: A Component Survey

31

Active Learning in Classroom via CCTV and Automated Attendance Software in Swinburne

38

Application of Machine Learning Algorithms in Classifying Spam and Ham Emails 

40

 AI-based Smart Admissions Consulting System

41

 Facial Recognition for Real-time Attendance Checking in University 

26

KNNensemble: Custom Oversampling Meets Anomaly-Aware Fusion for Churn Detection

32

Personalized Face Recognition via Intra-subject Self-supervised Federated Learning

43

A Comparative Study of LSTM and GRU Neural Networks for AAPL Stock Price Prediction

39

Melanoma Detection Support System Using Convolutional Neural Network (CNN)

42

XGBoost-Based Model for Predicting Housing Prices in Volatile Markets

PAPER SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

Submit an extended abstract in DOC format via CMT: https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/ICATS2025
Accepted abstracts will be presented in oral and poster sessions, published in Swinburne proceedings.

Outstanding original research will be invited for full paper submission to special issues in journals, books, or Lecture Notes in Network Systems (LNNS) and Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering (LLNE), indexed by Scopus.

PUBLICATION

IMPORTANT DATES

Abstract Submission: April 20, 2025
Full Paper/ Extended Abstract Submission: May 11, 2025
Notification of Acceptance/Rejection: May 18, 2025
Registration: Until the end of May 25, 2025
Use the IEEE two-column format: https://tinyurl.com/IEEE-template (2-5 pages)

EARLY BIRDS TICKETS ARE OFFICIALLY ON SALE!

Businesses/ Lecturers/ Researchers: 50% discount, Only 500,000 VND per person.
Students: Special offer, Only 300,000 VND per person.
Until the end of May 28th
The Applied AI Technology for Smart Solution Conference session is now open for registration!
3 or more people registration: Additional 20% discount. (400.000 VND/ person; 240.000 VND/ person for students).
5 or more people registration: Additional 35% discount. (325.000 VND/person; 195.000 VND/ person for students).
10 or more people registration: Additional 40% discount. (300.000 VND/person; 180.000 VND/ person for students).

Swinburne Vietnam lecturers & students attend for free (Limited slots)!
Group Discount (Only for participants)
Vietnamese Authors (Presenter): Only 500,000 VND per person.
International Authors (Presenter): 50 USD per person.

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE/ LOCAL ARRANGEMENT CHAIRS

Dr. Truong Cong Duan

Head of Academic Department, Swinburne Vietnam

Asst. Prof. Pham Van Cu

Assistant Professor, Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (JAIST)

Dr. Le Anh Ngoc

Director, Swinburne Innovation Space; Director, International Association for Convergence Science & Technology (IACST);
Director, Korea Computer Industry Association

Dr. Hoang Viet Ha

Honorary Chair, Director, Swinburne Vietnam

Ms. Ana Le My Nga

Director, Swinburne Danang 

Dr. Le Minh Duc

Dean, Faculty of IT, Swinburne Vietnam

Dr. Pham Van Dai

Head of Internet of Things, Swinburne Vietnam

Dr. Nguyen Quang Phuoc

AI Consulting Head, FPT Korea
Swinburne Vietnam is an International Education Program between Swinburne University of Technology (Melbourne, Australia) and FPT University (Vietnam).

Swinburne University of Technology is one of the world’s top 300 universities, placing 285th in the latest rankings (QS Ranking 2024), with a history of more than 100 years since its founding. FPT University is also one of the famous universities in Vietnam that has achieved many international certifications such as 3-star QS Stars (2012), and ACBSP for Business (2019).

HOSTING ORGANIZATION

The SAFE AI Foundation was formed in 2025, in the heart of the Silicon Valley, California, USA. Its mission is to embrace the AI revolution and promote the use of good AI to improve on the quality of life and the economy. It will address the issues of bad AI and its impacts on society. The foundation will inform, educate, and mitigate the dangers of bad AI and help the society to embrace good AI. The foundation will interact with industries, universities and public sector to jointly advance the progress of Good AI. The foundation has an Online Library, AI Digests, AI Posters, News Column, and its Honorary Presidents are Nobel and Turing Award winners.
The foundation is a non-profit 501c(3) organization, registered in the State of California, USA. To know more about the foundation's work, please visit www.safeaifoundation.com
We support Safe AI

OUR CO-ORGANIZERS AND PARTNERS

CONTACT INFORMATION

For more information, please contact us at:
Dr. Le Anh Ngoc - Program Chair
Email: nle@swin.edu.au 

Ms. Hoang Thi Hien Minh - Secretary
Phone: 84 35 422 30 08
Email: minhhth2@fe.edu.vn 

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