Data
- Thailand News
Thailand’s PDPC reminds companies to mind their data P’s & Q’s
Thailand‘s Personal Data Protection Committee (PDPC) issued a stern reminder to companies and government bodies to prioritise the safeguarding of personal data. This call to action comes in response to an uptick in complaints regarding privacy violations this year. Siwaruk Siwamogsatham, PDPC Secretary-General, disclosed that 342 people have lodged complaints about data security breaches within the first nine months of…
- Business News
Cloud nine: Equinix boost set to reign over Thailand’s data skies
American tech giant and cloud extraordinaire Equinix is making waves in Thailand with a colossal 16 billion baht investment. This financial injection over the next decade is set to supercharge Thailand’s data centre infrastructure, targeting the surging demand from the bustling CLMVT region, according to Thailand’s Board of Investment (BoI). For those not in the know, the CLMVT region comprises…
- Best of
Best SIM cards you can get in Thailand
Planning a trip to Thailand? Staying connected is crucial, and choosing the right SIM card can make all the difference. With several mobile operators offering different plans, finding the best SIM card that suits your needs is essential. Whether you need unlimited data for seamless social media sharing or just enough to check maps and messages, Thailand’s SIM card options…
- Business News
Banking on transparency: Thailand opens data doors for financial access
The Bank of Thailand unveiled an open data initiative aimed at enhancing access to financial services for Thai citizens and businesses. The Your Data initiative allows individuals and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to share their data with financial institutions, facilitating improved access to a range of financial services. The central bank’s project, in collaboration with regulatory agencies and financial…
- Thailand News
Local Thai agencies blamed for majority of state data breaches
Local administrative organisations (LAOs) have emerged as the primary culprits behind the most significant personal data leaks among state agencies, according to the Digital Economy and Society Ministry (MDES). The MDES conducted an extensive review of 31,561 state-run units from last November to yesterday, August 27, uncovering a total of 6,086 instances of personal data breaches. Minister Prasert Jantararuangtong revealed…
- Business News
Thailand secures 98.5 billion baht for data centres, cloud projects
Government backing for investments in data centres and cloud service projects in Thailand aims to position the nation as a digital economy hub, according to government spokesperson Chai Wacharonke. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin considers these investments crucial for the digital economy’s growth and believes they will establish Thailand as a significant investment destination for the international community. Transforming Thailand into…
- Thailand News
Thailand emerges as key hub for data centres and cloud services
Thailand continues to emerge as a strategic hub for investment in data centres and cloud services, driven by the rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital services in the region. The Board of Investment (BOI) Secretary General, Narit Therdsteerasukdi, highlighted that 37 projects worth 98.539 billion baht have already been approved for investment in data centres and cloud services.…
- Thailand News
Data breach of over 20,000 Senate applicants investigated
A major data breach involving personal information from over 20,000 applicants for the Senate election is under investigation by the Election Commission (EC) of Thailand. The leak occurred soon after the district-level voting on June 9. EC Secretary-General Sawaeng Boonmee confirmed that the data was compromised through file formats integrated into the system by an unidentified agency. The EC is…
- Thailand News
Thailand targets a position of Asia’s leading data centre giant
In a bid to position itself as a regional data centre powerhouse, public and private organisations attended the NextGen Data Centre Conference 2024 yesterday, drawing upon inspiration from Singapore and Malaysia to extend Thailand’s presence in the industry. The event, hosted by Siemens and Krungthep Turakij brought together key players from both public and private sectors within the industry. The…
- Thailand News
Thailand’s biometric scheme for Myanmar nationals
Thailand’s latest move has sent shockwaves through the region as the government unveils a plan to gather biometric data from Myanmar nationals. But behind the guise of healthcare efficiency lies a shadow of suspicion and fear. To streamline healthcare for its transient population, Thailand has launched a controversial programme, gathering iris and face biometrics from Myanmar nationals. But as concerns…
- Thailand News
Thai agencies launch e-system to streamline corporate data
The Thai Chamber of Commerce, the Office of the Public Sector Development Commission (OPDC), and the Business Development Department have collaborated to implement an electronic system streamlining corporate data. This highly anticipated paperless system is projected to save residents and entrepreneurs up to 7 billion baht annually. Sanan Angubolkul, the chamber’s chairman, stated that the project eliminates the need for…
- Automotive
Data practices are holding back the automotive industry
Today, our cars are not just vehicles, they’re like smartphones on wheels, loaded with exciting insights into our lives, from habits to preferences and every adventure in between. As we zoom ahead in this digital age, there’s a buzzing conversation about how automakers are handling these data practices. Imagine, each time you hit the road, you’re lighting up a vast…
- Business News
AWS plans to democratise generative AI as global fight heats up
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Amazon’s cloud computing division, unveiled its plans to make technology and generative artificial intelligence (AI) readily available. This initiative comes as the global generative AI sector becomes increasingly competitive. Jaime Valles, AWS Vice President of the commercial sector for Asia-Pacific and Japan, highlighted the transformative influence of cloud computing in granting global access to technology and…
- Business News
Thailand boosts data protection following massive elderly PII leak
In a bid to combat personal data leaks, the Thai authorities pledged to strengthen protective measures. Next month, 85 organisations, each handling over 100,000 personal datasets, will face on-site audits. Half of these audits are expected to be completed by August, as confirmed by the Secretary-General of the National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA), Amorn Chomchoey. A recent report from cybersecurity…
- Thailand News
Thai bank officer nabbed for selling customer data in Nonthaburi
A Thai bank loan officer has been arrested for selling the personal data of over 5,000 customers, a lucrative side business that netted him tens of thousands of baht per month for over the past two years. The capture took place at 11am today, at the Technology Crime Suppression Division in Mueang Thong Thani. The digital economy and society minister,…
- Thailand News
Dark web leak reveals 19.7 million Thai older persons’ personal data
A dark web data leak has exposed the personal details of 19.7 million members of the Department of Older Persons (DOP) in Thailand, sparking the Thailand Consumers Council to prompt immediate action. The council has implored the DOP to enlighten its members about the potential risks they face and to devise strategies that will ensure the protection of their data.…
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
Harnessing the power of data: Key strategies for data driven marketing success
In the modern, digital world that we are currently living in, data is an essential component of every successful company plan. Gaining an understanding of the power of data and putting it to use can have a significant impact on the effectiveness of marketing campaigns. As the proverb goes, “information is king,” and in order for organisations to maintain their…
- Press Room
Thailand’s leading data centre companies forge ‘Thailand Data Centre Council’ for strategic growth
Prominent data centre service providers converged today to officially establish the Thailand Data Centre Council (TDCC) through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The TDCC is a pioneering strategic alliance, a first-of-its-kind in Thailand, aimed at catapulting the country’s digital infrastructure to unprecedented heights. The founding members of the Thailand Data Centre Council comprise industry leaders, including AIMS…
- Thailand News
Website blocked by Thai Criminal Court to prevent information leak of up to 55 million individuals
The Criminal Court in Thailand pulled the plug on the notorious website 9near.org, preventing a potentially massive data breach that could have compromised the personal information of a staggering 55 million Thai citizens. The crackdown began when the website 9Near – Hacktivist claimed to be armed with sensitive details including full names, birthdates, ID card numbers, and phone numbers, all…
- Thailand News
Thai data privacy watchdog uncovers massive breach involving over 5,000 organisations
Thailand’s Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC) recently uncovered a significant privacy breach involving 5,261 organisations. Among these, a majority of 4,886 were government agencies from both central and local sectors. The lapse in data protection was observed between November 9 of the previous year and January 12. The violations were primarily due to excessively revealing personal data on various websites…
- Thailand News
Former insurance employee arrested for selling client data illegally
A former insurance employee has been apprehended by the cyber police for selling client data illegally from a bank-affiliated insurance company. The arrest made on November 16 followed the issuance of a warrant by the Thon Buri Criminal Court. The suspect was seized at the entrance of a posh residential community in Phasi Charoen district, with two mobile phones confiscated…
- Thailand News
Trio arrested for alleged involvement in major data breach
A trio, consisting of an insurance broker, a programmer, and a Facebook page administrator, has been apprehended for their alleged involvement in a significant data breach operation. They stand accused of compromising and subsequently selling the personal data of over 15 million individuals to illicit businesses. Acting Deputy National Police Chief, Police Lieutenant General Thana Chuwong, shared these developments in…
- Crime News
Thai Cyber Police arrest man selling millions of personal data, evading bank regulations for large transactions
A recent crackdown by Thai Cyber Police led to the arrest of a 24 year old Bangkok man selling the personal data of 15 million individuals. This information was obtained from the customer base of a well-known supplement brand and a grey business group. The suspect, who was apprehended from his residence in Thawi Watthana District, Bangkok also offered software…
- Economy News
Thailand’s data centre sector poised for explosive growth with global tech titans and cloud nine prospects
In a surge of digital enthusiasm, Thailand’s data centre industry is set to experience substantial expansion within the next two years, thanks to the arrival of worldwide tech giants and cloud service providers. This prediction comes from ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (Thailand) (STT GDC Thailand), a dominant player in hyper-scale data operations. STT GDC Thailand, a fruitful joint venture…
- Business News
Digital platforms in Thailand face new transparency law, affecting over 1,000 major operators
A new law issued by royal decree will come into effect on August 21, aimed at regulating digital platforms in Thailand while promoting transparency and consumer protection, according to Digital Economy and Society Minister Chaiwut Thanakamanusorn. The digital platform service law was was first published in the Royal Gazette on December 23, 2022. Upon implementation, digital platforms looking to conduct…
- Business News
SASE survey reveals security incidents doubled in Thailand amid remote work shift
A recent SASE survey reveals that Thailand has seen at least double the number of security incidents in 2021 compared to the previous year, primarily due to the rise in hybrid working environments. The study, commissioned by Fortinet, highlights the challenges faced by businesses in securing the ‘branch-office-of-one’ setup amid the shift to remote work. Rashish Pandey, vice president of…
- Business News
Unlocking digital potential: Foreign software companies ‘Thai’ the knot with Thailand’s growing tech scene
Thailand is witnessing an increase in foreign software companies setting up offices in the nation, tapping into its digital growth and the demands of local enterprises. This development has attracted big data centres and cloud service providers from various countries, including the US, Japan, and China. Among the firms choosing Thailand is Adobe Inc., an American creator of design tools…
- Thailand News
Thailand’s Big Data Institute to shape policies and boost economy
In a bid to harness the power of big data for social and economic progress, the Thai government has announced the creation of the Big Data Institute (BDI). This new public agency will focus on managing the vast amounts of data generated by the public and state agencies, and will be operational within 180 days. The BDI will replace the…
- Thailand News
Most visited websites in Thailand in 2023
A new data report reveals some fascinating trends among Internet users in Thailand in 2023, including which websites are visited the most. ‘Digital 2023: Thailand’ reports data, insights, and trends revealing how people in Thailand use digital devices and services. At the start of 2023, there were 61.21 million Internet users in Thailand. Thailand’s total population was recorded at 71.75…
- Tourism News
Travel in 2022 – how Russia is reshaping the world’s travel industry
Russians were the most visible travellers heading to Thailand post February 1, 2022, when the Thailand Pass Test & Go option was rebooted. Even with its 2 days of pre-booked SHA+ quarantine and PCR tests, along with US$50,000 Covid insurance (which has since been reduced to $20,000), the Russian travellers were delighted to jump on a plane and take the…
