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Hey chatbot, is this true? AI 'factchecks' sow misinformation
AFP, Published on 02/06/2025
» WASHINGTON - As misinformation exploded during India's four-day conflict with Pakistan, social media users turned to an AI chatbot for verification -- only to encounter more falsehoods, underscoring its unreliability as a fact-checking tool.
Digital identity revolution to transform Thai economy
Business, Published on 30/05/2025
» Thailand stands at the forefront of a digital identity revolution, having transformed its early blockchain uncertainties into one of Asia's most promising decentralised identities ecosystems, says Andre Barros, strategy and project director at LIMIX, a fast-growing IT outsourcing startup based in Thailand.
Bangkok Bank tightens account rules for some foreigners
Published on 28/05/2025
» Bangkok Bank has adopted stricter requirements for opening new deposit accounts in Thailand for foreign customers, affecting tourists and potentially any expats who do not hold long-term visas.
DIPROM Drives Hero Brand Growth in Cosmetics Sector
Published on 20/05/2025
» Bangkok, May 2025 – The Department of Industrial Promotion (DIPROM) is advancing its mission to develop “Hero Brands” in Thailand’s cosmetics industry as part of a broader strategy to promote Thai fashion soft power. Implemented through the initiative “Brand and Product Image Development Towards Fashion Hero Brands in the Thai Cosmetics and Beauty Industry”, the programme focuses on enhancing brand-building skills, offering in-depth consultations, and transforming local wisdom into creative cultural assets. The goal is to equip Thai brands with a modern, distinctive, and valuable identity to meet global market demand—an effort expected to generate more than THB 62 million in economic value.
World Names Tech Leader to Drive Thai Expansion
Published on 15/05/2025
» Bangkok – Tools For Humanity, the global technology company behind World, co-founded by Alex Blania and Sam Altman (CEO of OpenAI, the developer of ChatGPT), has appointed Pakapol Thangtongchin as its first Country Manager for Thailand. The move marks a significant step in the company’s mission to build digital trust infrastructure to combat online fraud, scams, and deepfakes.
Digital registration upgraded in July
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 12/05/2025
» The digital business registration system DBD Biz Regist unveiled at the beginning of this year is expected to become fully operational online in July, says the Department of Business Development (DBD).
Prominent Thai artist returns with new exhibition
Life, Published on 12/05/2025
» Art viewers are invited to immerse in the compelling worldview of a prominent Thai contemporary artist during "Arch Of Linecensor Part I: Perfect Storm", which is running at ChangChui Gallery, ChangChui Creative Park, until June 15.
Financial scam decree touts shared responsibility
Business, Published on 05/05/2025
» An amended emergency decree mandates shared responsibility for financial scams among all stakeholders, but taking personal precautions remains the most effective defence.
Beyond binary
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 02/05/2025
» "Beyond Binary: Beyond Duality", a photo exhibition by a group of artists will be on display until June 29 at Ming ArtSpace in Bangkok, with the opening event being held on May 8.
THAI Launches “New Worlds” Vision on 65th Anniversary
Published on 30/04/2025
» Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) celebrated its 65th anniversary with the launch of “The New Worlds of Tomorrow,” a special event held on 29 April 2025 at the World Ballroom, Centara Grand at CentralWorld. The airline unveiled its new corporate tagline, Grace to Growth, underscoring its commitment to elevating the passenger experience in all aspects, while preserving its distinctive Thai identity. This marks a significant milestone following the company’s successful rehabilitation process, as it prepares for the resumption of stock trading on the Stock Exchange of Thailand in July.