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Smoking pot ‘may require doctor’s note’
Published on 17/01/2024
» Smoking cannabis is likely to require a permit from a doctor, according to Public Health Minister Cholnan Srikaew, who says his new cannabis bill differs from a failed predecessor as it will be very clear on how to use the plant for medical treatment.
State spending to rise by 3.4% to B3.6tn
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 17/01/2024
» The cabinet has approved a budget of 3.6 trillion baht for fiscal 2025, with the budget deficit expanding to 713 billion baht.
Is there a digital afterlife?
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 17/01/2024
» In the past, death and funerals used to be private affairs which involved only loved ones. However, with the advent of digitalisation, people today live in both the physical and digital worlds and have made death part of the digital realm.
Chat commerce set to surge
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 16/01/2024
» Line Thailand forecasts that the value of chat commerce will reach 1.14 trillion baht in 2028, up from 462 billion baht in 2023, with a compound annual growth rate of 19.2%.
Ditch Google to avoid fake news
News, Published on 15/01/2024
» Searching for information has become instant and effortless -- just go to your nearest device, ask Siri or click a few keys. But are we better informed than we were before Google became a verb?
Democrat leader: Pork scandal suspect not a relative
Online Reporters, Published on 12/01/2024
» Democrat Party leader Chalermchai Sri-on has denied reports that businessman Li Shengjiao, wanted in connection with a major pork smuggling scandal, is his half brother.
Bitkub Group Highlights Digital Economy Trends for 2024
Published on 09/01/2024
» Bitkub Online Company Limited, the provider of "Bitkub Exchange," Thailand's leading digital asset trading centre, and Bitkub Labs Company Limited, the provider of "Bitkub Academy," a learning centre for blockchain technology and digital assets, jointly organised the seminar "Digital Economy & Trends 2024" to share insights into the digital economy and emerging business trends that investors and entrepreneurs should prepare for. Jirayut Srupsrisopa, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Bitkub Capital Group Holdings Company Limited, offered his perspective on the global digital economy and the blockchain industry in 2024. Atthakrit Chimplapibul, Chief Executive Officer of Bitkub Online, provided an overview of Bitkub Exchange's activities in 2023 and outlined the goals for the upcoming year. The seminar took place at True Digital Park 101, Bangkok, on December 26, 2023.
Siam Paragon and ICONSIAM Win Awards for Innovation and Corporate Image
Published on 08/01/2024
» Siam Piwat, a prominent property and retail developer known for owning and operating world-renowned destinations such as Siam Paragon, Siam Center, Siam Discovery, and as a joint venture partner of ICONSIAM and Siam Premium Outlets Bangkok, has reaffirmed its status as a leading developer of world-class destinations that capture the hearts of both local and international consumers. The company has proudly received two prestigious awards in the 2023-2024 Thailand's Most Admired Company survey conducted by BrandAge, a prominent marketing media outlet. According to the survey results, Siam Paragon received the highest score in the Innovation category, while ICONSIAM achieved the top ranking in the Corporate Image category. Additionally, both Siam Paragon and ICONSIAM secured positions in the top three of the most trusted companies in the department store category, underscoring their status as must-visit global destinations that attract tourists from around the world.
Malaysia's Capital A paves way for merger of AirAsia's operations globally
Published on 08/01/2024
» Malaysia's Capital A Berhad said on Monday it intends to sell its aviation business to long-haul unit AirAsia X Bhd, with a goal of consolidating both its long and short-haul operations under a single AirAsia brand.
Thailand targets 2% growth in exports to the US market
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 08/01/2024
» Thailand plans to ramp up the value of trade and investment with the US, aiming for 2% growth in exports to the market this year.