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Hong Kong launches world's first wholesale CBDC pilot
Published on 08/03/2024
» HONG KONG: The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has launched a wholesale central bank digital currency (wCBDC) pilot, the world's first such platform for tokenised deposits, assets and central bank money.
New movies out this week: March 7-13
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 07/03/2024
» New releases that hit cinemas in Thailand this week.
DSI probes 'sale' of exam answers
News, Published on 07/03/2024
» The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) is probing allegations that answers to an assistant teacher recruitment examination in Khon Kaen were sold at exorbitant prices to applicants.
Thai ace Kunlavut overcomes Yang in tough encounter
Sports, Published on 06/03/2024
» Kunlavut Vitidsarn secured his place in the last 16 of the US$850,000 BWF French Open in Paris on Tuesday.
Decaffeination process can use solvents
Life, Published on 05/03/2024
» DEAR DOCTORS: I love decaffeinated black tea and drink a lot of it. Since I don't add sugar or milk, I have always felt it was healthy. Now I'm questioning that assumption because I've heard that the decaffeination process can make the tea unhealthy. Should I be cutting back?
Doubtful delights of standing in line
Roger Crutchley, Published on 03/03/2024
» It is encouraging to learn that the Prime Minister is concerned about large queues at Suvarnabhumi airport, particularly at the arrivals area. We've all probably experienced that sinking feeling after stepping off the moving walkway and being faced by a definitely non-moving formidable queue. It is especially grim if you've just suffered an exhausting long-distance flight and are already feeling knackered.
Surrogacy services 'on offer' to foreigners
News, Onnucha Hutasingh, Published on 02/03/2024
» The Department of Health Service Support (DHSS) is drafting an amendment to the Protection of a Child Born by Medically Assisted Reproductive Technology Act to allow foreign couples to hire a Thai or foreign woman as a surrogate in Thailand, DHSS director-general Dr Sura Wisetsak said yesterday.
Favourable US inflation report cheers investors
Published on 02/03/2024
» RECAP: Most Asian equity markets advanced yesterday, led by Japan, as US stocks reached fresh highs after the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation indicator met consensus forecasts.
Bangkok Pilots AI to Boost English Skills in Schools
Published on 01/03/2024
» Mr. Sanon Wangsrangboon, Deputy Governor of Bangkok, participated in the activity summarising the results of the pilot project "Evaluation and Development of English Communication Potential Using Artificial Intelligence Technology" for students in Bangkok and tested out the Edsy AI Speaking Coach tool at TK Park, Central World Department Store.
The WTO's investment challenge
Oped, Published on 01/03/2024
» Every country is eager to attract foreign direct investment -- and for good reason. FDI facilitates capital inflows, creates jobs, drives skills development and facilitates technology transfers, accelerating economic growth and enabling recipient countries to access global markets.