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Pita returns to parliament, criticises handout scheme
Gary Boyle, Published on 25/01/2024
» Former Move Forward Party (MFP) leader Pita Limjaroenrat made a return to parliament on Thursday and said the country is not in need of the government's 500-billion-baht digital wallet handout scheme, which could result in long-term burdens.
Digital money handout to be delayed
Gary Boyle, Published on 20/10/2023
» The government cannot hand out 10,000 baht in digital money to people on Feb 1 as planned because it will take longer to develop a secure system, according to Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat.
Rich ‘might not get B10,000 handout’
Gary Boyle, Published on 11/10/2023
» The government is considering revising its 10,000-baht digital wallet handout scheme by excluding wealthy people, Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat said on Tuesday.
Quick response (QR) code payment system revealed
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 31/08/2017
» By the fourth quarter of this year, consumers will be able to use standardised quick response (QR) code payment on their smartphones to pay for purchases at shops, street vendors and motorcycle taxis.
What's new in business news: January 5, 2015
Jon Fernquest, Published on 05/01/2015
» New mass transit locations to drive condo market this year, new technologies set to transform daily life & Myanmar tourist arrivals set record.
Apple: New phones and a watch (updated)
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 10/09/2014
» As predicted, Apple unveiled iPhone 6 models with bigger screens and a "smartwatch" at its much-anticipated event held near Apple headquarters in California on Tuesday.
What's new in business news: June 24, 2014
Jon Fernquest, Published on 24/06/2014
» Beware of malware on mobile phone apps, one-stop centres for migrant workers at Cambodian border & Amlo goes after money-laundering bank accounts.
Thailand's one tablet per child policy
Jon Fernquest, Published on 09/09/2011
» How can tablet computers be used to educate children? Suranand Vejjajiva takes a look at the issues.
Pay with mobile phone
Published on 02/09/2011
» Long lines at banks and stores will soon disappear with the new NFC mobile payments technology.