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MFC Asset promotes initial Ethereum ETF
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 19/02/2025
» MFC Asset Management is launching Thailand's first Ethereum exchange-traded fund (ETF) to invest in the world's second-largest cryptocurrency amid the boom in the asset class, rallied in part by US President Donald Trump's pro-crypto policies.
ACT (ACET) and SBH Partner to Transform UAE’s Digital Economy
Published on 17/02/2025
» ACT (ACET), a world-class digital asset powered by blockchain technology, has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Saif Belhasa Holding (SBH), one of the most influential conglomerates in the Middle East and UAE. This partnership aims to drive innovation in financial solutions by integrating ACT (ACET) as a payment method and an advanced investment tool across various SBH industries.
Chulalongkorn Business School: Strategic Insights for Success
Published on 12/02/2025
» In the face of an increasingly dynamic global business environment, Chulalongkorn Business School (CBS) is set to inspire and equip business leaders with future-ready strategies at its upcoming seminar, "CBS: Boost Your Business Wisdom," scheduled for February 10, 2025. The seminar brings together thought leaders, top academics, and industry experts to share innovative solutions for navigating complex challenges and driving long-term success in a fast-changing world.
Navigating ASEAN-China Trade: Opportunities, Risks, and the Path Forward
Published on 10/02/2025
» As global trade evolves, the ASEAN-China trade relationship has become a vital driver of economic growth in Southeast Asia. Projected to grow at 5.6% annually, trade between the two regions is expected to reach US$558 billion by 2033, creating both opportunities and challenges for ASEAN nations. For Thailand, this growth offers a chance to capitalise on its strategic location and manufacturing strengths while mitigating risks associated with over-reliance on China. Aparna Bharadwaj, Global Leader of the Global Advantage Practice at Boston Consulting Group (BCG), shared her insights on navigating these complexities and preparing for the future of regional trade in an exclusive interview.
Phuket eyed for crypto sandbox
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 01/02/2025
» In a move cheered by cryptocurrency enthusiasts, last month former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra proposed using Phuket province as a Bitcoin sandbox for tourism, aiming to encourage digital currency holders to spend in Thailand.
Bitkub CEO discusses digital asset prospects at WEF
News, Published on 31/01/2025
» Jirayut "Topp" Srupsrisopa, founder and Group CEO of Bitkub Capital Group Holdings Co, emphasised Thailand's growing prominence in the digital asset and blockchain sector during his participation at the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2025 in Davos, Switzerland.
Finance Ministry prepares stablecoin sandbox project
Business, Published on 31/01/2025
» The Finance Ministry is set to introduce a stablecoin backed by government bonds, with an initial rollout in a sandbox to test its feasibility, seeking to modernise Thailand's capital market and promote the digital economy, says Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira.
Topp Jirayut Joins WEF 2025 to Shape Finance's Future
Published on 27/01/2025
» Topp Jirayut Srupsrisopa, Founder and Group CEO of Bitkub Capital Group Holdings Co., Ltd., a trailblazer in Thailand’s digital asset and blockchain industry, participated in the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2025 in Davos, Switzerland. Under the theme “Assets: From Concrete to Ether,” Jirayut joined esteemed global leaders in finance, including Ola Doudin, Co-founder and CEO of BitOasis; Jeremy Allaire, Co-founder, Chairman, and CEO of Circle Internet Financial; and Marc Bayle de Jessé, CEO of CLS Bank International. The panel, moderated by Xin Guan, news anchor and business editor at China Global Television Network (CGTN), took place on 23 January 2025.
Trump coin takes off in crypto market
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 23/01/2025
» The popularity of $TRUMP, which quickly outshone World Liberty Financial (WLFI) and is now listed on major exchanges such as Binance, OKX and Coinbase, can be attributed to strategic planning and market alignment, according to Forward Labs (FWX), a blockchain fintech startup.
SCB X focuses on technology at spin-offs
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 15/01/2025
» SCB X, a financial technology company, expects improved performance from its Generation 2 financial subsidiaries this year following business transfers the past few years.