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Researchers predict post-pandemic norms
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 21/04/2020
» Societies and consumer behaviour could enter a "next normal" phase where on-demand needs of goods and services are serviced instantly through smartphone applications after the pandemic ends.
OIC considers special licence for digital business
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 05/12/2019
» The Office of the Insurance Commission (OIC) is studying the possibility of issuing a special licence for digital insurance business to encourage traditional insurance firms to revamp their business model amid disruptive technology.
7-Eleven aims for regional omnipresence
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 23/04/2018
» With an ubiquitous domestic presence, the 7-Eleven convenience store chain is looking to expand its footprint in Asia-Pacific to carry out its regional growth vision, says Charoen Pokphand (CP) Group chief executive Suphachai Chearavanont.
Bangkok Insurance to drive business on auto segment
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 30/03/2018
» SET-listed Bangkok Insurance Plc (BKI), a non-life insurance company, targets total premiums to expand by 5% this year, driven by penetration of the retail customer base for auto insurance and Thailand's economic recovery.
GL posts huge loss for 2017
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 03/03/2018
» Financially beleaguered Group Lease (GL) Plc yesterday reported a consolidated net loss of 1.82 billion baht last year as a result of capital allowance set up for a potential loss on asset revaluation.
Data deluge
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 19/06/2017
» The idea of bringing machines to life or storing a huge trove of electronic data in a compact kiosk might have seemed far-fetched just a few decades ago, but the digital age has made the impossible become possible. A tap on the screen of your smartphone will show you how the digital revolution begins right in your pocket.
Opportunity in volatility
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 06/03/2017
» Greater financial market volatility presents an opportunity for banking operations as businesses seek to counter added risks, says Werner Steinmueller, chief executive officer for Asia Pacific with Deutsche Bank.
The rise of fintech
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 17/10/2016
» Financial technology, or fintech, is a great example of how Asian markets are leading consumer-focused innovation in response to tremendous growth potential among a large and increasingly affluent population, experts say.
Add trades to drive growth, summit told
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 04/12/2014
» Thailand needs to attract more trading activities to boost the country's economic growth potential, says Deputy Prime Minister MR Pridiyathorn Devakula, adding the country could be a crossroads reaping the benefits from regional emerging economies.
Bitcoin firm licensed to trade in baht
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 18/08/2014
» Another bitcoin trading company has emerged as a legally registered entity in Thailand after obtaining e-commerce registration with a local district office in June, with its digital currency trade restricted to baht. The registration was obtained despite doubts over the legality of the virtual currency.