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National crypto sandbox for tourists in the offing
Business, Published on 17/07/2025
» Digital asset exchange operators have welcomed a joint effort between the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Bank of Thailand to launch a crypto sandbox to allow foreign tourists to use digital assets in Thailand, saying the new initiative would drive crypto adoption across Thailand.
Asean builds trust in digital future
Oped, Published on 26/05/2025
» As Asean jockeys to be at the heart of the modern digital economy, fostering trust is key to reaping the benefits of growing digitalisation and further empowering the vulnerable segments of the population.
Visa card spending per visitor rises in Thailand
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 24/05/2025
» Visa Thailand has observed slower growth in Visa card payments made by inbound tourists, in line with stagnant foreign tourist arrivals.
Tencent Cloud to usher in palm scan payment tech
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 14/05/2025
» Chinese tech giant Tencent's cloud computing unit wants to bring its contactless palm scan payment solution and super-app-as-a-service solution to Thailand, in a bid to cash in on the country's digital transformation.
China ramps up global yuan push
News, Published on 03/05/2025
» As Chinese President Xi Jinping toured Southeast Asia last month to forge closer ties against higher US tariffs, the People's Bank of China (PBOC) was seizing a moment of confusion and disruption in global trade to promote greater usage of the yuan.
Thailand looks to South Korea to shape future economy
Business, Published on 30/04/2025
» Thailand is pushing for South Korean investment as it aims to create a green and digital future.
Bus organisation's 'super app' set for October launch
News, Post Reporters, Published on 29/04/2025
» Bangkok Mass Transit Authority (BMTA) director Kittikarn Jomduang Jaruwanpolkul has announced plans to roll out the BMTA "super app" in October to support integrated payment for urban commuting.
Mind the Gap EP1 - How is Social Media Revolutionising Asia? Thai Tech MD Meets a British Content Creator
Published on 22/04/2025
» In the debut episode of Bangkok Post’s Mind the Gap podcast, the conversation delves into more than just generational differences—it uncovers the cultural and technological contrasts between East and West. From business etiquette and the evolution of digital payments to AI’s impact on marketing, the episode offers sharp insights into the future of global commerce.
Digital Thailand
Postbag, Published on 16/04/2025
» Re: "Thailand nudged to utilise AI in growth pursuit", (Business, April 8).
Crypto Tap-to-Pay Revolutionises Travel in 2025
Published on 02/04/2025
» Travel has always been exciting, but managing money while exploring different countries used to be a major headache. Converting BTC to USD before trips and then USD back to local currencies was once complicated and time-consuming.