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Japan finally phases out floppy disks
Published on 06/07/2024
» Japan has finally scrapped every regulation requiring the use of floppy disks for administrative purposes, catching up with the times 13 years after the country’s producers manufactured their last units.
Asian shares, currencies end week on upbeat note
Business, Published on 06/07/2024
» RECAP: Asian equities were poised for weekly gains on Friday as soft US labour market data buoyed expectations of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve later this year. Most regional currencies also inched higher versus a weaker dollar.
Asia Responsible Enterprise Awards 2024 Celebrates 81 ESG Champions
Published on 05/07/2024
» The Asia Responsible Enterprise Awards (AREA) 2024 celebrated a cohort of 81 exemplary ESG champions dedicated to shaping a sustainable future for the region and beyond, setting new benchmarks for corporate responsibility. Presented by regional NGO Enterprise Asia on June 28, 2024, the AREA is widely regarded as the gold standard for ESG and sustainability practices across Asia.
Country’s growth potential declining, says BoT chief
Published on 04/07/2024
» The country’s economic growth potential is expected to hover around the three-percent mark for the next five years, a decline from the average of closer to 3.5% reported in the years before the Covid-19 pandemic, according to Bank of Thailand governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput.
SCB Partners with Sunline to Modernise Core Banking
Published on 04/07/2024
» Following its "Digital Bank with Human Touch" strategy, Siam Commercial Bank (SCB) continues to improve the banking experience. Its recent partnership with Sunline, a leading global provider of banking technology services, aims to revamp IT architecture for SCB's core banking system modernisation to deliver better financial transaction processing performance for deposits and loans with enhanced efficiency, stability, security, and scalability to cater to an ever-increasing number of transactions. This strategic partnership will enable SCB to quickly offer tailored financial solutions to individual customers and corporate clients. The development of the new core banking system is expected to take four years, progressing toward SCB leadership as a full-fledged digital banking entity.
Trend Micro Advances AI for Security Enhancing Protection Against Cybercriminals of the AI Era
Published on 04/07/2024
» Trend Micro's Risk to Resilience World Tour 2024 is back this year under the theme "Innovation Meets Adrenaline.” This global cybersecurity event, including stops in Thailand, showcases developers competing to combat threats in a “Race Against Threats.” In today's business landscape, threats abound, necessitating proactive risk reduction by leaders. With cybercriminals increasingly leveraging AI to exploit vulnerabilities, Trend Micro has embraced the vision of AI for Security. It has integrated Generative AI into its Vision One platform to swiftly and effectively detect threats, meeting the evolving needs of businesses in the GenAI era.
Digital wallet scheme signs up vendors
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 04/07/2024
» The Commerce Ministry says up to 1.6 million vendors are ready to join the digital wallet scheme, which is expected to pump up the economy, increase store income and reduce the cost of living.
Ericsson looks to 5G service for growth
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 04/07/2024
» Ericsson Thailand sees 5G wireless broadband service usage by enterprise and industrial customers as a new engine of growth, accelerating Thailand's digital transformation.
Ajinomoto Unveils 2024 Business Plan for Well-Being
Published on 03/07/2024
» Ajinomoto Co., (Thailand) Ltd., a global leader in the creation of ‘Eat Well, Live Well’ lifestyles, recently unveiled its business plan for 2024, aiming to solidify its position as one among the top 10 leading food manufacturers in Thailand. By collaborating with the government, Ajinomoto aims to transform Thailand into a world-class Agriculture and Food Hub. This initiative features a Comprehensive Healthy Nutrition Promotion Strategy and the introduction of an innovative product line distinguished by its use of AminoScience to enhance consumer health. Ajinomoto is also expanding its market leadership by launching the “i-LiveWell” application, an AI Well-being Platform, and by continuing the “Thai Farmer Better Life Partner” project to support the sustainable growth and prosperity of Thai farmers.
L'Oréal outlines people-driven workplace transformation
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 03/07/2024
» Leading cosmetics company L'Oréal is promoting its commitment to social and environmental sustainability.