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Grab readies e-wallet with KBank for the unbanked
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 09/07/2019
» Grab Thailand has become the latest to join the fintech frenzy, aiming to launch an e-wallet in partnership with Kasikornbank (KBank) this month, backed by data from users and drivers to reach Thais who do not have bank accounts.
Mobile movers and shakers play up 5G
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 03/07/2019
» Multi-angle live broadcasting, automated vehicles, simulated reality and smart cities took centre stage at the Mobile World Congress 2019 in Shanghai, showcasing the opportunities of the 5G era.
BEC upbeat as operating costs fall after licences returned
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 25/05/2019
» SET-listed BEC World Plc (BEC), the operator of Channel 3, expects to turn a corner by early next year as operating costs dip after returning two digital channel licences this year, says its newly appointed head.
Analysts: Rift could attract factories
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 22/05/2019
» Thailand and Asean can benefit from the US-China trade war in the mid to long term, say academics and tech analysts who believe Thailand presents an attractive site for factory relocation from China.
Long overdue, or a step too far?
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 20/05/2019
» Thailand faces unique threats from cyber-attacks that will only increase as the economy becomes more digitised. With the passage of the Cybersecurity Act, the government seeks to aggressively confront the problem with enforcement power, but some experts fear that such power could be abused and lacks proper oversight.
Flare pays motorists to wrap cars in ads
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 25/04/2019
» Flare, a Japanese startup collaborating with Toyota Tsusho Thailand and an office in Bangkok, is introducing a mobile application that allows drivers to cover their cars in advertising to earn money based on how often and where they drive.
Grab pins hopes on new government
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 18/04/2019
» Grab Thailand, the local operating unit of the Singapore-based startup, has high hopes a new government will finally legalise the ride-hailing business after years of operating in the country.
AIC: Thai plans a barrier to OTT growth
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 05/04/2019
» The Asia Internet Coalition (AIC), which represents global internet companies, calls the telecom regulator's planned measures a barrier to growth of the over-the-top (OTT) service industry that contributes 36 billion baht and created 30,000 jobs for Thailand's economy.
Social media gains political clout
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 28/03/2019
» Social media has become a main communication channel influencing Thai voters, as politicians are expected to target their advocacy even more in the next election, say social media and communication experts.
Grab legalisation inches forward
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 27/02/2019
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and the Land Transport Department will discuss legalising ride-hailing services like Grab as the state seeks to promote this year's tourism revenue target of 3.4 trillion baht, particularly in 55 secondary provinces.