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Sponsored Top 10 reasons for expats to get a comprehensive health insurance in Thailand
Moving to Thailand offers plenty of excitement and adventure, but the local healthcare system can be complex to navigate as an expat. From unique health risks to high costs at private hospitals, having a comprehensive health insurance plan is essential....
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Thailand slips in global digital race: Urgent tech policy shake-up
Thailand’s digital prowess took a hit, dropping two spots to 37th globally in the World Digital Competitiveness Ranking 2024. The ranking, published by the International Institute for Management Development (IMD), evaluated 67 countries and economic zones across three key metrics: knowledge, technology, and future readiness. With an overall score of 65.45, Thailand is now third in digital competitiveness in the…
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Gartner’s tech-tacular 2025 trends: AI you ready for the future?
US technological research and consulting firm Gartner has unveiled the groundbreaking tech trends to dominate 2025, including AI imperatives, novel computing frontiers, and human-machine synergy. These trends promise to revolutionise organisations with responsible and ethical innovation, said Gartner VP analyst Gene Alvarez “Tracking these trends will help IT leaders shape the future of their organisations with responsible and ethical innovation.”…
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Thai Airways joins backlash against Rolls-Royce delays
Thai Airways (THAI) is fed up with Rolls-Royce, joining a growing backlash over delays in jet engine maintenance that’s forcing its fleet into prolonged downtime. CEO Chai Eamsiri has revealed that the airline’s Boeing 787 Dreamliners are now waiting up to 120 days for engine maintenance, a stark increase from the previous 90-day standard—a time frame he already considered frustrating.…
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Experts demand green vision for Thailand’s smart cities
Smart cities must do more than shine with technology, they need to be green, open, and truly life-enhancing, experts emphasised at the Thailand Smart City Expo 2025 seminar, hosted by the Nation Group’s PostToday and Springnews. The event, held yesterday, November 12, gathered experts, public officials, and private sector leaders to shape Thailand’s future through sustainable urban development. Chula Sukmanop,…
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JAS kicks off a ‘goal’den era with EPL and FA Cup rights
Jasmine International Public Company Limited (JAS) has struck gold, scoring exclusive broadcast rights for Premier League and FA Cup football matches across Internet and digital TV platforms in Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia. The broadcasting deal, valued at a staggering US$559.98 million (around 19,000 million baht), spans three seasons starting from the 2025/26 Premier League season, with an option to extend…
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Trade anytime, anywhere with the MC Markets mobile app
MC Markets, a leader in CFD trading operating a one-stop trading platform, aims to provide traders with a simple and efficient way to access the financial markets, wherever they are in the world. This vision is reflected in its comprehensive offering. With a powerful trading environment built around the industry’s popular MetaTrader 5 platform and a user-friendly mobile trading app,…
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Phuket Airport boosts efficiency with facial recognition technology
Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat made an appearance at Phuket International Airport yesterday, November 8, marking a significant advancement in passenger processing through the launch of facial recognition technology. This initiative aims to streamline procedures and cut down on wait times for travellers. Phuket International Airport introduced this advanced system for domestic flights last week, with plans to extend it to…
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Thailand drones on: Flying tech to lift farmers’ fortunes
Thailand is ready to support the effort to boost farmer access to unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), or drones, to improve the management of the nation’s agricultural land, Deputy Prime Minister and Digital Economy and Society Minister Prasert Jantararuangtong announced. Prasert made this commitment during a Senate meeting, responding to questions from Senator Premsak Piayura regarding the government’s strategies to enhance…
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‘Grab Advance Booking’ knows the flow, travel like a pro: How to deal with Thai transport
Getting around Thailand can be a thrilling adventure… or a chaotic headache, depending on how prepared you are. Most people rely on ordering a ride on the spot. While it’s a convenient choice, it’s not always ideal when you’re on a tight schedule. The all-too-familiar scenario of watching the clock as your car sits in traffic for 20 minutes before…
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Thai execs ‘gen’-erate buzz, placing big bets on AI for success
In a bold business move, executives in Thailand are betting big on generative artificial intelligence (GenAI), catapulting it to the top of their corporate agendas, reveals a sizzling study by global CRM giant Salesforce. Amidst economic turbulence, Siddharth Rastogi, Salesforce’s vice-president for the ASEAN, insists it will work. “We’ve got the magic mix for AI adoption, thanks to the nation’s…
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Move over ChatGPT, Meta’s AI chatbot now speaks Thai
In a bold move to challenge OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, is rolling out its artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, Meta AI, to 21 new markets, including Thailand. With Thai language support now on the table, Meta is upping the stakes in the race for AI chatbot supremacy. Big tech companies have been fiercely competing to attract…
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ICP hosting The ultimate multi-chain Hacker House @Devcon – Chain Fusion Hub
As the world gears up for DevCon Southeast Asia in Bangkok this November, a unique opportunity is emerging for blockchain enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, startups, independent developers, and Web3 innovators. The Chain Fusion Hacker House (November 8-10) and the ICP Party Night (November 11) promise unforgettable experiences for those eager to explore the edge of Web3 technology. What is ICP and why…
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AIS launches 5G movie package for youths at 299 baht monthly
AIS ZEED 5G launched the AIS ZEED 5G Movie Lover package, catering to youngsters who love watching movies and entertainment content both in cinemas and online. This package offers one free cinema ticket per month and a second ticket for just 50 baht at Major Cineplex theatres nationwide. Additionally, subscribers receive 10 gigabytes of high-speed Internet for streaming premium content…
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Google invests 36 billion baht to boost Thai cloud and AI services
Google committed to a significant investment of 36 billion baht to expand its cloud infrastructure and data centres in Bangkok and Chon Buri, announced on Monday, September 30. Ruth Porat, the President and Chief Investment Officer of Alphabet and Google, highlighted that this expansion aims to meet the growing demand for cloud services in Southeast Asia and globally, while also…
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Drive sales and impact with influencers & social users – no high costs, thanks to BoostedbyPeople.com
If your business finds it harder to stand out online, you’re not alone. Having a business in 2024 means you can’t afford not to have a strong online presence. However, many businesses are stuck in a rut, unable to find the right formula to make their efforts effective. Some fail to generate traffic at all, others struggle to convert their…
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Watch out for this QR code scam called ‘Quishing’
Scams have changed a lot in recent years, using advances in technology and insights into human behaviour to trick people and businesses. From old-school cons to clever digital schemes, they have developed a range of tactics, recently called ‘Quishing,’ to manipulate their victims into sharing personal information or sending money. As we rely more on technology in our everyday lives, it’s…
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Kama Capital gains at IFX Expo with Booth 133 buzz
Kama Capital extended a heartfelt thank you to everyone who flocked to Booth 133 at the spectacular IFX Expo – the world’s premier financial business-to-business extravaganza, staged at the glitzy Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Centre at CentralWorld. The expo proved to be a fabulous platform for networking with top-notch industry professionals, esteemed clients, and valued partners. Kama Capital is…
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TAGTHAi and Google Cloud to transform tourism in Thailand
TAGTHAi, Thailand’s official travel app, has partnered with Google Cloud to create a ground-breaking solution that simplifies travel for tourists. Their AI-driven feature, Design My Trip, promises to revolutionise how visitors experience Thailand. Thiratida Kuvantharai, CEO of TAGTHAi, revealed the cutting-edge technologies used to offer curated travel experiences tailored to each individual. “This aligns perfectly with the Tourism Authority of…
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Whoscares? Scam alert app is here to call out the cons in Thailand
Gogolook, the brains behind the wildly popular Whoscall app, have unleashed a game-changer: Scam Alert, and it’s rocking the scene thanks to a team-up with the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC). A whopping 11 heavy-hitter organisations are on board this powerhouse initiative, including telecom giants, police forces, top banks, the National Cyber Security Agency, the Central Investigation Bureau, and…
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Smart Digital Prime project launched at Nakhon Pathom school
The Miracle of Life Foundation and the National Telecommunications Public Company (NT) officially signed an agreement for the Smart Digital Prime project to enhance digital skills and technology education at Ubon Rattana Rajakanya Rajawittayalai School in Nakhon Pathom, central Thailand. The agreement was signed to promote and support digital and technological skills, with R.T.N. Dr Manat Nonuch, Chairman of the…
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Kama Capital is now live at IFX Expo: Visit booth 133 for exclusive insights
Don’t miss out on meeting the industry leaders in financial services. Kama Capital is thrilled to announce that they are now officially live at the IFX Expo, the largest global financial business-to-business event, taking place at the Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Centre at CentralwOrld. Attendees can now visit Kama Capital at Booth 133 to experience their leading-edge financial services…
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Thai-riffic tech boom: Chinese software firms set sights on Thailand
Chinese software companies are increasingly setting their sights on Thailand, recognising it as a key market for digital growth. Many of these firms, mostly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), started by providing cloud-based solutions to Chinese online merchants in Thailand. Their offerings include sales order management, inventory control, and accounting software. In a sign of the times, Chinese food delivery…
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ETDA plugs in: Powering up Thailand’s digital economy for 2024
Thailand’s Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) unveiled plans to further its role as a co-creation regulator and promoter next year, aiming to boost the digital economy’s value and generate positive social impact. The ETDA intends to enhance the nation’s digital infrastructure, focusing on promoting e-document management, improving governance of digital platform services, and leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) for good governance…
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Libertex kicks off iFX EXPO Asia 2024 as gold sponsor, ready to score big
Libertex is set to make a splash in Southeast Asia as a Gold sponsor of iFX EXPO Asia 2024, aiming to score big with a prime spot at booth no. 5. Kicking off its game plan, Libertex is ready to tackle the competition head-on at this year’s online trading expo. Attendees, including current and prospective Introducing Broker (IB) partners, will be…
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Exclusive event for the brightest business minds in the ASEAN region
FACE, in collaboration with the ASEAN Economic Forum, is proud to present an exclusive networking event tailored for business leaders across Southeast Asia. This highly anticipated event is set to take place on September 20 at the Waldorf Astoria. The event promises to bring together the region’s most influential CEOs, founders, and investors for an evening of dynamic pitches, strategic…
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Grow your business with TradingPRO’s Partnership Program
TradingPRO, an award-winning international broker, reinforces its status as an industry leader, providing one of the most generous and rewarding Partnership Programs in the industry. Recognised globally, the company has won the ‘Best Forex Spreads Global’ award on six consecutive occasions, a testament to its consistent excellence in the market. Established in 2017, TradingPRO invites affiliates and Introducing Brokers…
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Kama Capital to exhibit at iFX EXPO: Visit booth 133 for cutting-edge trading solutions
Thaiger Media Group is excited to announce that Kama Capital, a leading innovator in financial trading platforms, will be exhibiting at this year’s iFX EXPO. The premier event for financial professionals will be held from September 16 to 19 at Bangkok at Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Centre. Kama Capital will welcome attendees at booth 133, showcasing their advanced trading platform and…
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X Open Hub to take centre stage at iFX EXPO Asia 2024
X Open Hub, a leading liquidity firm and provider of technical solutions, announced its participation as an official exhibitor at the upcoming iFX EXPO Asia 2024. This move underscores the company’s commitment to growth and expansion across the Asian market. With more than 15 years of experience serving clients worldwide, the company will be showcasing its full product offering in…
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Could Thailand become ASEAN’s first spaceport?
Thailand is setting its sights on the stars, with bold plans to become ASEAN’s first spaceport. Thanapant Raicharoen, a commissioner of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), urges the country to seize the opportunity to become a key player in the rapidly growing space industry. Thanapant envisions Thailand playing a vital role not only in satellite development but also…
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Bang Lamung trains 150 volunteers in disaster skills 2024
The Bang Lamung district chief concluded a training program for civil defence volunteers yesterday, aiming to boost their disaster prevention and mitigation skills. Weekit Manarojkit presided over the closing ceremony of the 2024 Civil Defense Volunteer (CDV) Training ProgramME at the Bang Lamung District Community Hall. The event gathered 150 volunteers who participated in the training session designed to equip…
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