Showing 1 - 8 of 8
A year of milestones
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 26/12/2023
» As 2023 concludes, the year stands out for a multitude of noteworthy events and news.
Explainer: What is PDPA, Thailand's new data law?
Business, Janine Phakdeetham, Published on 01/06/2022
» Thailand's drive to provide more comprehensive online safety for individuals begins Wednesday with enforcement of the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA).
ETDA defends royal decree regulating digital platforms
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 17/03/2022
» The Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) has defended the merits of the draft royal decree meant to regulate digital platforms, saying the legislation will help strike a balance between consumer protection and business interests in the country.
Firms making headway with PDPA steps
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 28/01/2022
» Some 72% of businesses in Thailand have started or already implemented measures in line with the requirements of the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) with financial services at the forefront of the move, according to consulting firm Deloitte Thailand.
Delay in panel formation hampers preparedness for Personal Data Protection Act
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 23/09/2020
» The delay in the official endorsement of those sitting on the Personal Data Protection Committee is expected to hinder preparedness by the private and public sectors, which need guidelines to comply with the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA).
Regime TV show must address the real issues
News, Soonruth Bunyamanee, Published on 07/06/2017
» In a bid to ensure the public is well-informed about the government's work and accomplishments over the past three years, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha ordered a 12-episode special television series which kicked off on Sunday.
Bitten by the bitcoin bug
Spectrum, Published on 19/03/2017
» Atit Lertkiatpanit does not carry bundles of banknotes, but his wealth is assured by his digital wallet. The 26-year-old entrepreneur is an active cryptocurrency investor. He remains unfazed by the fact that bitcoins are not recognised by the Bank of Thailand. He started collecting bitcoins a couple of years ago and the intangible currency now accounts for 70% of his portfolio.
Fighting financial scams
Jon Fernquest, Published on 06/02/2012
» Govt agencies do not tell people to transfer money to bank accounts over the phone, but call-center gangs have made millions from people who do not know that.