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BBIX Thailand and BBSakura Announce Landmark OCX Launch
Published on 19/06/2024
» BBIX Thailand, a joint company between BBIX Japan and True IDC, which is a provider of Internet Exchange (IX) services in Thailand, and BBSakura Networks, a renowned network solutions provider, are thrilled to announce the signing of a joint agreement to launch the first Open Connectivity eXchange (OCX) in Thailand. This collaboration marks the first time that OCX services will be hosted in a local data centre within Thailand, significantly enhancing the nation's digital infrastructure. The initiative aims to boost Thailand's digital transformation, support the efficiency of local enterprises, and strengthen regional connectivity in Southeast Asia.
Thailand's Premier Developer, Ananda, Ventures into Taiwan's Real Estate Market
Published on 17/06/2024
» Ananda Development PCL, one of Thailand's top ten real estate developers, is thrilled to announce its inaugural showcase in Taiwan. This significant event marks the company's first foray into the Taiwanese market, underscoring Ananda’s strategic vision for international growth.
SCGC and AboitizPower Partner for Philippines’ First Smart Power Plant
Published on 13/06/2024
» Aboitiz Power Corporation (AboitizPower), one of the major power producers in the Philippines, has partnered with REPCO NEX, a subsidiary of SCG Chemicals (SCGC), a provider of integrated industrial and digital solutions, to sign a collaboration agreement for the Arkanghel Project. This project aims to develop the first smart power plant in the Philippines, enhancing power production stability through Digital Twin technology. This initiative aligns with the megatrend of increasing energy demand in ASEAN, helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate the impacts of climate change.
House panel wants more groundwork
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 08/06/2024
» An ad hoc House committee studying the Land Bridge megaproject has suggested that the government establish an agency to manage it and conduct more public hearings before construction officially begins.
NYSE fixes issue that showed 99% drops, triggered trading halts
Bloomberg News, Published on 04/06/2024
» A glitch during a software update early Monday led the New York Stock Exchange to erroneously halt trading on about 40 stocks and display odd trades showing a 99% drop in companies including Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway Inc.
Ministry prioritises upgrade of tourism
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 31/05/2024
» Thailand still has weaknesses in infrastructure and services, as destinations have not developed to keep pace with demand, though the government has pledged to improve the nation's ranking in the tourism development index during its four-year term.
AI can accelerate SDG in Thailand
Oped, Published on 30/05/2024
» We have just passed the halfway point in the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Adopted by all UN members in 2015, the agenda laid out 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to mobilise efforts to end poverty, fight inequalities, and tackle climate change.
Iceland volcano starts erupting again
Published on 29/05/2024
» A volcano in southwestern Iceland erupted again on Wednesday, live video from the area showed, making it the fifth outbreak since December.
An alternative path to growth
Business, Published on 27/05/2024
» Newly appointed Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira is taking a less hostile stance towards the Bank of Thailand than the premier, aiming to better coordinate fiscal and monetary policies.
Japan to create flood projection maps for Thailand, neighbours
Published on 26/05/2024
» Japan plans to create flood projection maps for Thailand, Indonesia, Cambodia and Vietnam to help mitigate the damage caused by water-related disasters in the countries, according to Japanese land ministry officials.