Cambodia Academy of Digital Technology

Name

Cambodia Academy of Digital Technology

Legal name

Cambodia Academy of Digital Technology

Website

https://cadt.edu.kh

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education and Digital Technology Research Services

NAICS

Computer Training (611420), Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Technology & Software (EDABALAZ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Technical & Digital Skills Training (BPACANAB), Digital Learning Content Development (eLearning, Labs, Simulations) (BPAEANAD), 3D Printing, CAD & Digital Fabrication Programs (EDAMADAH), Digital Development & ICT4D / GovTech Technical Assistance (BPADAEAL)

Keywords

• Digital technology education
• Higher education programs
• Civil servant training
• Artificial intelligence research
• Khmer language technology

Headquarters

HQ city

Phnom Penh

HQ country

Cambodia

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tuition Fees: Annual tuition fees for undergraduate programs charged at $2,500 USD per year, with scholarship packages covering 50-100% of tuition costs for eligible students including automatic 50% reduction for female candidates.
2. Professional Training Services: Digital skills training programs for civil servants and government officials, including AI training, cybersecurity, and digital competency programs.
3. Government Funding: Established by Ministry of Post and Telecommunications as a public research and education institution, receiving government support for operations and development.
4. Development Partner Funding: Project funding from international development partners including AFD for National AI and Data Science Research Centre, French Embassy for healthcare AI research, and UNESCO for AI readiness assessments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Cambodia Academy of Digital Technology (CADT) is a public research and education institution that delivers higher education degrees (Bachelor and Master programs in Computer Science, Telecoms & Networking, Digital Business, AI & Data Science, and Cybersecurity), professional digital skills training for civil servants, and applied research in AI, NLP, Data Science, and IoT. It operates three institutes — Institute of Digital Technology (IDT), Institute of Digital Governance (IDG), and Institute of Digital Research and Innovation (IDRI) — and produces Khmer-language AI tools such as Khmer Braille translation, Khmer TTS, Khmer ASR, and Khmer Fastype.

Product overview

Cambodia Academy of Digital Technology (CADT) is a leading public research and education institution operating a multi-dimensional portfolio of AI technologies, educational programs, and innovation services. The core AI product suite includes Khmer language processing tools: Khmer Braille (text-to-Braille translation), Khmer TTS (text-to-speech), Khmer ASR (speech recognition), Khmer Fastype (word prediction for MS Word), and Robot Sok (AI receptionist). Digital platforms include Verify.gov.kh (government document verification) and CAMPRA (healthcare AMR prediction). CADT operates three academic programs (Bachelor degrees in Telecoms & Networking, Computer Science, Digital Business; Master's in Cybersecurity and AI & Data Science), research centers (AI for Education, National AI and Data Science), and innovation facilities (Makerspace, Co-Innovation Space). Events include Cambodia Digital Awards and CODE-C Developer Conference.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Research Center on AI for Education (RAIE): National AI Research Center on Education established by Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport and Ministry of Post and Telecommunications, based at CADT
• Techo Digital Talent Scholarship
• Khmer Braille
• Khmer TTS
• Khmer ASR
• Khmer Fastype
• Robot Sok

Products and services

• Bachelor of Computer Science A 4-year undergraduate program with specializations in Software Engineering and Data Science, offered at the Phnom Penh campus to prepare students for software engineering and data-driven roles in the technology industry.
• Bachelor of Telecoms & Networking A 4-year undergraduate program with specializations in Telecommunications and Networking Engineering (including Satellite) and Cybersecurity, offered to students seeking careers in network infrastructure and satellite communications.
• Bachelor of Digital Business A 4-year undergraduate program with a specialization in e-Commerce, designed for students pursuing digital business, e-commerce, and entrepreneurship careers.
• Master of AI & Data Science A 2-year graduate program providing advanced knowledge and skills in both artificial intelligence and data science, applicable in research or industrial fields, for graduate students seeking AI specialization.
• Master of Cybersecurity A 2-year graduate program providing advanced and in-depth knowledge and skills in cybersecurity, applicable in research and industrial fields, for graduate students seeking cybersecurity specialization.
• Digital Skills Essential A digital skills certification program and training delivered through the Institute of Digital Governance (IDG) that provides recognized competency and skills certification for Cambodian civil servants.
• Khmer Braille An advanced machine translation system that converts Khmer text into Khmer Braille, enhancing accessibility for visually impaired individuals in Cambodia.
• Robot Sok (SOK) An AI-powered receptionist robot developed on the NAO Robot standard edition, featuring embedded AI technologies for human-machine interaction in Khmer language.
• Khmer Fastype An intelligent word prediction tool designed for Microsoft Word that enables faster and more accurate Khmer typing by suggesting context-aware words and phrases in real-time.
• Khmer TTS (Text-to-Speech) A Khmer Text-to-Speech system with functions specifically designed to cope with the orthographic and grammatical nature of the Khmer language.
• Khmer ASR (Automatic Speech Recognition) A Khmer Automatic Speech Recognition system with functions specifically designed to cope with the orthographic and grammatical nature of the Khmer language.
• Verify.gov.kh A government document verification platform serving as a national standard for eliminating fraudulent documents, with expanded cooperation to regional countries including Philippines, Laos, and Timor-Leste for cross-border data exchange.
• CAMPRA (Cambodia AMR Predicting Application) An AI-based AMR (Antimicrobial Resistance) Monitoring and Clinical Decision Support Application that reduces antimicrobial resistance by improving microbiology analysis capacity and optimizing antibiotic use through machine learning.
• Makerspace A physical makerspace facility equipped with 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC machines, soldering irons, electronic tools, and power tools, open to kids, adults, and entrepreneurs for hands-on technology experimentation.
• Co-Innovation Space A collaborative workspace providing a quiet workplace environment and access to leading tech experts and entrepreneurs, supporting incubator and accelerator programs for digital entrepreneurs and startups.
• AI for Education Research Center A national hub for AI in education, conducting research and implementing AI solutions to enhance teaching quality and efficiency, with focus on Policy & Ethics, Innovative Pedagogy, EduTech, and Research.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99% employment rate with average salary twice minimum wage for first graduates
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability11 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• University of Grenoble Alpes (UGA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 May 2026Robust partnership since 2018 with Grenoble INP engineering school. Cambodian students receive scholarships for advanced studies in France. UGA professors teach in Master of Computer Science in AI and Data Science program. Active joint research initiatives. UGA serves as key partner for National AI and Data Science Research Centre feasibility study under AFD project.
• University of Grenoble Alpes (UGA) - Grenoble INPcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 May 2026Engineering school partnership providing joint programs, visiting professors, and collaborative research in AI, Data Science, Cybersecurity, and Satellite Communications.
• Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) CambodiacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 January 2026Annual Digital Insights publication partnership producing flagship publications on digital transformation. 7th volume launched on AI for Development. Ongoing research and policy dialogue collaboration.
• University of Health Sciences (UHS)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 January 20263-year cooperation agreement for Applied Research and Development on AI in Health. Joint research team leveraging AI for public health challenges. Collaboration includes CAMPRA development, VR medical training scenarios, and AI for Health curriculum.
• Government of Canada / Canadian AmbassadorminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 January 2026Visit and discussion on digital skills development, research, and future collaboration opportunities between nations.
• 28DIGITAL (formerly EIT Digital)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 January 2026Exploring potential Double Degree Master's Program and collaboration in digital technology education with European Institute of Innovation and Technology Digital.
• ERIA (Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 January 2026Collaboration on AI in Trade research and China-ASEAN Digital Ecosystem Cooperation.
• Cambodia Development Resource Institute (CDRI)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 November 2025MOU signed to advance digital and AI policy in Cambodia through data-driven policy research, strengthening national and sub-national research capacity, and expanding public dialogue on emerging technologies.
• EuroCham CambodiaminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 July 2025MOU signed to accelerate digital transformation through joint initiatives and collaboration.
• University of California, BerkeleycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 31 March 2023Partnership in Career Center establishment providing expertise and resources for connecting students with employment opportunities and industry training.
• SESSTIM (AMU/Inserm/IRD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerResearch partners in CAMPRA project providing expertise in antimicrobial resistance research and clinical decision support.
• Calmette HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerClinical partner in CAMPRA development providing medical expertise and hospital data for AI model training.
• Embassy of France in CambodiaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerParticipating in strategic discussions with CADT and 28DIGITAL for potential digital education collaborations.
• EU Delegation to CambodiaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEngaging in collaborative discussions on digital technology education and potential cooperation programs.
• Rektor Council of Cambodia (RCC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLeading establishment of National Research Center on AI for Education in cooperation with CADT.
• Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport (MoEYS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupporting National Research Center on AI for Education and AI for Education National Conference 2025.
• Ministry of Post and Telecommunications (MPTC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent ministry establishing CADT and supporting digital transformation initiatives including Techo Digital Talent Scholarship.
• Smart AxiataminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate partner providing dormitory support and sponsoring student accommodation since 2015.
• Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) GermanycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSeminar collaboration on AI in Public Health bringing together professionals from academic and health sectors.
• ArrowDotminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in Building a More Inclusive City project using technology solutions for urban accessibility.

Scale indicators16 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• NICT (National Institute of Information and Communications Technology): Japan's national ICT research agency combining applied R&D, university-level training, and government advisory—directly comparable to CADT's combined education + research + ministry-backed mandate. NICT even sits on CADT's Scientific Board.
• ETRI (Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute): South Korea's government-funded ICT research institute conducting applied R&D, supporting domestic digital talent development, and transferring technology to industry—structurally similar to CADT's IDRI + IDG combined mission.
• A*STAR (Agency for Science, Technology and Research): Singapore's public R&D agency under the Ministry of Trade and Industry that funds research, trains PhD-level talent, and operates shared research infrastructure—parallel to CADT's role as Cambodia's national R&D + talent-development vehicle.
• C-DAC (Centre for Development of Advanced Computing): India's national applied ICT R&D organization focused on high-performance computing, language technology, and capacity building; was CADT's first international collaboration partner in 2015—directly comparable in mandate and technical focus.

Regional players

• Hanoi University of Science and Technology (HUST): Vietnam's leading public engineering and technology university combining undergraduate/master's education with applied research and government partnerships—closest regional analogue in scale and mandate to CADT.
• Asian Institute of Technology (AIT): Thailand-based intergovernmental graduate school focused on engineering, ICT, and development—shares CADT's profile of donor-funded regional training, applied research, and international development partnerships.
• BPPT (Badan Pengkajian dan Penerapan Teknologi): Indonesia's government technology assessment and application agency—performs applied R&D, technology transfer, and supports national digital priorities in a manner parallel to CADT's IDRI institute.
• Singapore Polytechnic: Singapore's flagship polytechnic delivering industry-aligned ICT diplomas, continuing education for working adults, and applied research—offers a regional reference point for CADT's applied digital-skills training model.

Broad incumbents

• IIT Bombay (Indian Institute of Technology Bombay): Premier Indian public technology university combining undergraduate education, postgraduate research, and industry-funded labs—offers the same education-plus-research-plus-incubation model CADT operates, though at vastly larger scale.
• KAIST (Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology): Government-funded Korean science and technology university with strong AI/ICT research output, government-backed mandate, and industry partnerships—analogous positioning at far greater maturity and scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCgeSEXjZFcKwCfWkxIl69kA
• Facebookfacebook.com/CADT.Academy
• LinkedInkh.linkedin.com/company/cambodia-academy-of-digital-technology
• Instagraminstagram.com/cadtofficial

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles18 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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