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AI in the spotlight
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 17/07/2024
» In today's digital age, artificial intelligence has become increasingly integrated into people's daily lives, from movie recommendations on streaming platforms to virtual assistants like Siri and Alexa and semi-autonomous technology in Tesla vehicles. As a result, the misuse of AI is becoming an issue of concern.
Soft power struggles
Life, Apinan Poshyananda, Published on 05/06/2024
» Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin's 10 months in office have proven to be full of optimism, entertainment and drama. His non-stop whirlwind trips to lure investors including Microsoft, Tesla, Formula One, Tomorrowland and Art Basel to Thailand earned him the image of the salesman on a Time magazine cover. With the government's 10-month report card out and future plans in discussion, there has been both applause and confusion.
Imagining a world without cash
Life, James Hein, Published on 08/05/2024
» How safe are you in a purely digital economy? If you are carrying cash, someone can of course rob you, or you can lose it or give it to someone. You can also have a stash of it at home for emergencies or for buying something from a garage sale. For the most part, you retain control over any cash you manage. Electronic cash can still be stolen and your ability to spend it can be taken by someone else if your details get into the wrong hands. However, it's convenient, just tap and go, or in some cases, just wave your smartphone over a pad. While you have no idea where your money actually is, a small piece of plastic, your watch or a phone can retrieve it for you for a payment. You can even use it to get cash from a wall.
Living happier
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 04/03/2024
» What will happen in Thailand in the next decade? With concern about mental health, the National Innovation Agency collaborated with the Department of Mental Health and FutureTales Lab by MQDC to conduct the study "Futures Of Mental Health In Thailand 2033".
The future is now
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 28/02/2024
» At KMITL Innovation Expo 2024 this weekend offers an impressive deep dive into the forefront of technological advancements in the country.
Bangkok Design Week 2024 takes place from Jan 27 to Feb 4
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 23/01/2024
» A long fixture on Bangkok’s annual calendar, Bangkok Design Week 2024 (BKKDW2024)’s seventh edition takes place from Jan 27 to Feb 4.
A spotlight on the North
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 07/12/2023
» Even though winter winds arrived later than normal this year, Chiang Mai Design Week is on schedule and running for its ninth edition until Sunday, encouraging both local residents and tourists to discover the ancient capital of the Lanna kingdom through 200 intriguing programmes.
A glimpse into the future of urban living
Life, Published on 22/11/2023
» A range of innovative technologies for a smart city will be presented during Thailand Smart City Expo 2023, which will take place at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center's Hall 3-4, Ratchadaphisek Road, daily from 10am to 6pm from today to Friday.
Drone project hopes to fly high
Life, Published on 17/11/2023
» The Ministry of Digital Economy and Society and the Digital Economy Promotion Agency (depa) recently launched the 1 Tambon 1 Digital (Chumchon Drone Jai) Project aimed at enhancing knowledge and understanding as well as imparting proven skills related to the use and maintenance of drones for agricultural purposes to communities and farmers across Thailand.
Virtual Media Lab looks to the future
Life, Published on 20/10/2023
» To support Thai producers in developing creative content to promote soft power in international markets, the Creative Economy Agency has launched the Virtual Media Lab, which acts as a digital and virtual reality laboratory.