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Pundits upbeat on monetary-fiscal fusing
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 27/02/2026
» The Bank of Thailand's rate cut this week, earlier than analysts expected, is a "positive surprise" sending a signal that monetary and fiscal policies should work more coherently from now on to prop up a subdued economy, note analysts.
Building brand power via sport and culture
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 19/02/2026
» Watching a Liverpool–Newcastle match at Anfield would be a thrill for most football fanatics, even if they are fans of neither team. The away team scored the first goal before the Reds stormed back with four goals, clinching their first victory in a month.
Exploring a potential baht-gold price link
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 17/01/2026
» As global gold prices skyrocket, debates are ongoing in Thailand about the significant impact of gold trading flows on the volatility and appreciation of the baht.
Weak economy could hamper prospects for crypto
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 02/01/2026
» While the crypto trading industry expects a bright outlook in 2026, thanks to improved regulatory clarity and growing institutional investors, Binance TH expressed concerns over the stagnant economy that could affect nationwide adoption.
Securities and Exchange Commission moves to protect Thai assets on Upbit Exchange
Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 29/11/2025
» The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken steps to ensure cryptocurrency deposited with Upbit Exchange (Thailand) is safe after its South Korean parent became the latest exchange to suffer an attack, resulting in the loss of roughly 54 billion won (US$36.8 million).
Binance unit sees Bitcoin hitting $120,000
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 28/11/2025
» Bitcoin is forecast to peak in the first quarter of 2026, with the price possibly reaching US$120,000, backed by continued regulatory enhancement, growing acceptance from institutional and mainstream players, and the rise of stablecoins, says the Thai unit of Binance -- the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange.
Binance unit seeks TouristDigiPay partners
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 11/11/2025
» The Thai unit of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange Binance is seeking local partners as the company is keen to participate in TouristDigiPay, a regulatory sandbox programme that allows foreign tourists to convert digital assets into baht to spend in Thailand.
Thai stocks suffer amid political turmoil
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 21/10/2025
» Uncertainties surrounding next year's election and the administration that will subsequently take office have prompted foreign investors to continue to underweight Thai stocks, though they have looked at investing in sectors that have benefited from stimulus measures such as the "Khon La Khrueng" and tourism co-payment schemes.
Thai stocks unlikely to suffer from US shutdown
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 08/10/2025
» The US government shutdown is likely to have a minimal impact on the Thai stock market, which bounced back to surpass 1,300 points on Tuesday, unless the standoff in Washington is prolonged, according to the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET).
Binance keen to develop Thailand as crypto hub
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 30/09/2025
» Thailand has ample potential to become a cryptocurrency hub in Asia-Pacific, says Binance, as the world's largest crypto exchange operator identified three pillars to capitalise on growth in the fast-growing region.