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Ripe time to allow AI whistleblowers speak out
News, Published on 18/06/2024
» Here's an AI advancement that should benefit all of us: It's getting easier for builders of artificial intelligence to warn the world about the harms their algorithms can cause -- from spreading misinformation and displacing jobs, to hallucinating and providing a new form of surveillance. But who can these would-be whistleblowers turn to? An encouraging shift toward better oversight is underway, thanks to changes in compensation policies, renewed momentum to speak out among engineers and the growing clout of a British government-backed safety group.
Charity and collectables
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 17/06/2024
» As a regular blood donor, Siriporn Plangchatuk, country general manager of Pop Mart Thailand, learned from the National Blood Center, Thai Red Cross Society that during the Covid-19 pandemic, the number of blood donors dropped from 24% to just 11%. This shortage forced many patients to postpone surgeries and/or medical treatments, which affected their life.
Developing a strategy resilient to risk
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 15/06/2024
» The original description of an economic cycle estimated it lasted for roughly a decade and included one crisis per cycle. Given recent severe global volatility, this definition no longer holds true.
Asian equities mixed despite gains in Japan
Business, Published on 15/06/2024
» RECAP: Asian equities were mixed on Friday, with Japanese shares surging following the Bank of Japan's decision to delay a reduction in bond buying. However, Chinese and Australian market weakness dragged down the overall MSCI Asia Pacific Index.
Double A Issues Bonds with Up to 5.80% Interest
Published on 13/06/2024
» Double A is set to offer bonds 1/2024 worth up to 2.5 billion baht, with subscription open from 1-4 July 2024. The company reports continuous strong performance, with TRIS Rating giving it a BBB (Stable) rating, reflecting the business's strength.
PM blames court cases for SET decline
Published on 11/06/2024
» Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin on Tuesday admitted that the current political situation could be affecting the stock market, which hit a four-year low on Monday.
Climate changes
Business, Published on 10/06/2024
» A government pledge to cut a large amount of greenhouse gas emissions is expected to reshape how Thai businesses operate.
Asian shares advance on rate-cut optimism
Business, Published on 08/06/2024
» RECAP: Asian stocks revived as central banks in the euro zone and Canada began their rate easing cycles this week, adding to expectations that the US Federal Reserve could soon follow suit.
Thai stocks hit by stubbornly high rates
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 07/06/2024
» The expectation that US interest rates will remain "high for longer" continues to pressure stock investments globally, with funds flowing out of emerging markets including Thailand, according to the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET).
Banks projected to beat sustainable loan growth targets
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 04/06/2024
» Large banks anticipate achieving sustainable loan growth targets ahead of their timelines over the next few years, aligning with Thailand's net-zero transition goals.