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Google weighs large data centre in Vietnam, source says, in nation's first by US big tech
Published on 29/08/2024
» HANOI: Alphabet's Google is considering building a large data centre in Vietnam, a person briefed on the plans said, in what would be the first such investment by a big US technology company in the Southeast Asian nation.
Economy performing below potential, says minister
Published on 28/08/2024
» Thailand’s economic growth has not reached its full potential, though there are some signs of recovery, according to Paopoom Rojanasakul, a caretaker deputy finance minister.
Heavy burden on young shoulders
Business, Published on 26/08/2024
» Paetongtarn Shinawatra's recent ascension to prime minister, following the Constitutional Court's dismissal of her predecessor Srettha Thavisin over ethics violations based on a cabinet appointment, and the dissolution of the progressive Move Forward Party, which won the last election, presents a complex interplay of economic, political and social challenges for the nation.
Traders on sidelines awaiting signals from Fed chief
Business, Published on 24/08/2024
» RECAP: Trade was subdued in most Asian stock markets yesterday while the dollar rebounded from one-year lows, as investors were cautious ahead of a major speech by US Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell.
Thai media revenue to reach B690bn in 2024
Business, Published on 23/08/2024
» The revenue of Thailand's entertainment and media (E&M) industries will reach 690 billion baht in 2024, representing a 4% increase from the previous year, according to a new survey by PwC.
TikTok Shop reports 500% GMV growth
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 20/08/2024
» Despite the sluggish economy, TikTok Shop has posted more than 500% growth in gross merchandise value (GMV) in live commerce over the past eight months, according to the platform.
Back to square one?
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 19/08/2024
» After the Constitutional Court brought an end to the government of Prime Minster Srettha Thavisin, the House of Representatives voted for Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the Pheu Thai Party's leader and daughter of former premier Thaksin Shinawatra, to take the role just two days later.
Restaurateurs keenly await guidance on digital handout
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 14/08/2024
» Restaurant operators will await further clarity regarding the digital wallet handout scheme after the government postponed the announcement of the eligibility criteria for vendors, according to the Thai Restaurant Association.
'Single window' sought to aid tourism sector
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 14/08/2024
» The Digital Economy Promotion Agency (Depa) has urged the government to host the development of a "single window" to promote ease of doing business for foreigners that would unite all related data exchange of state agencies as another effort to promote the digital-driven tourism industry.
‘Digital vaccine’ campaign to fight scammers
Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 09/08/2024
» The government on Friday launched a “Digital Vaccine” campaign to help Thai people build up immunity to keep them safe from online scammers and thieves.