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Government Savings Bank in joint venture to tackle household debt
Reuters, Published on 29/05/2024
» The Government Savings Bank (GSB) has formed a joint venture with Bangkok Commercial Asset Management to tackle household debt, the state-owned lender said on Wednesday.
GFAI Launches AI Solutions and Innovations
Published on 29/05/2024
» Guardforce AI Co., Ltd. (GFAI), together with GFAI Robotic Innovation and Solution (Thailand) Co., Ltd., held an exclusive interview titled “GFAI LUNCH AND LEARN: NAVIGATING THE AI ERA” to launch AI Solution Software and three latest innovations: LinguaBot, Barism, and Wish Note. These innovations are designed to meet the needs of a variety of businesses efficiently. GFAI also revealed that the business has grown 50% in the first quarter compared to last year, along with emphasising trends in the use of robots and AI in business that continue to grow in the global market.
Strong first quarter for listed companies
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 29/05/2024
» A rebound in tourist arrivals has supported listed companies on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) as they reported sales growth of 4.6% year-on-year in the first quarter to 4.4 trillion baht (roughly US$129 billion), with net profit edging up 1.7% to 265 billion baht.
Agency relies on festivals, large events
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 29/05/2024
» The tourism sector remains robust despite GDP growth of only 1.5% in the first quarter, lower than regional peers, as the industry rebounded faster than other sectors, while the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) plans to keep promoting festivals to maintain income for the whole year.
B50bn in credit guarantees for SMEs
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 29/05/2024
» The Finance Ministry is preparing a credit guarantee fund worth 50 billion baht to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) access credit.
Asia's Booming Attractions Industry
Published on 28/05/2024
» In my role as Chairman of IAAPA, the leading global association for the attractions industry, I've had the privilege of observing Asia’s growth firsthand. Despite recent global challenges, the region has shown impressive resilience and strong recovery, with the attractions industry not just surviving but thriving. This exponential growth is not limited to the attractions industry alone; a growing demand for unique and immersive experiences is quickly spreading across the region, making Asia a prime market for growth and future investment. Whether at a shopping centre, a luxury hotel, or even when dining out, the latest innovations are creating new ways for businesses to interface with customers and build new roadmaps for success.
The Future of Wellness in Asia: Thailand Wellness Asia Summit 2024 (TWAS 2024)
Published on 28/05/2024
» The Thailand Wellness Asia Summit 2024 (TWAS 2024) is a transformative 4-day, 11-14 June 2024 at InterContinental Bangkok. The event featuring seminars and workshops to promote Thailand's wellness industry. With international collaborations and esteemed speakers, the summit aims to shape the future of global health and wellness tourism.
New visa promotions, retiree insurance reduced
Online Reporters, Published on 28/05/2024
» The cabinet approved a raft of new visa promotions to attract more tourists on Tuesday, including visa-free and visa-on-arrival schemes and longer stays for students, and a reduced level of compulsory health insurance for retirees.
Phuket woos more Vietnamese tourists
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 28/05/2024
» PHUKET: Tourism operators on this southern resort island hope to see more vacationers from Vietnam after a recent promotional campaign in the country’s two biggest cities.
Asia's Booming Attractions Industry
Published on 28/05/2024
» In my role as Chairman of IAAPA, the leading global association for the attractions industry, I've had the privilege of observing Asia’s growth firsthand. Despite recent global challenges, the region has shown impressive resilience and strong recovery, with the attractions industry not just surviving but thriving. This exponential growth is not limited to the attractions industry alone; a growing demand for unique and immersive experiences is quickly spreading across the region, making Asia a prime market for growth and future investment. Whether at a shopping centre, a luxury hotel, or even when dining out, the latest innovations are creating new ways for businesses to interface with customers and build new roadmaps for success.