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Thais seek extra income as consumer costs spike
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 26/09/2024
» Rising costs are causing 84% of Thai consumers to seek extra income to ensure their financial resilience, according to NielsenIQ's Mid-Year Thailand Consumer Outlook.
US platforms ramp up the competition
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 25/09/2024
» US social media platforms are expanding their presence in Thailand's e-commerce sector to compete with the dominant players from China.
Planting seeds of sustainability: Grab's carbon offset journey
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 20/09/2024
» As the spectre of global boiling looms large, innovative partnerships offer a beacon of hope. Grab, a leading superapp in Southeast Asia, and EcoMatcher, a technology-driven tree-planting platform, have forged an alliance in an effort to combat climate change.
Pundits call for policy continuity, education rejig
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 19/09/2024
» Thailand should maintain policy continuity and invest more in improving the primary and secondary education system to keep pace with its peers in the present dynamic and volatile decade, according to business leaders.
Agency pledges to spur digital economy
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 13/09/2024
» The Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) plans to continue its roles as a co-creation regulator and promoter next year to increase the value of the digital economy and create a positive social impact.
Strong baht, AI appeal could drive Thai iPhone sales
Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 10/09/2024
» The launch of the Apple iPhone 16 this week with artificial intelligence (AI) capability, coupled with a stronger baht, is expected to accelerate the upgrade cycle for iPhone users, say analysts and retailers.
Lazada's youngest homegrown chief sets out growth vision to drive Thailand's digital economy
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 26/08/2024
» As the new chief executive of major e-marketplace operator Lazada Thailand, Varitha Kiatpinyochai, 32, is the company's youngest homegrown chief executive and the first woman to take the helm.
Singapore University of Social Sciences academy opens its doors
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 21/08/2024
» Orange Cap Innovative (OCI), a local venture builder, is joining forces with Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) to establish the "Success Academy" in Thailand, promoting lifelong learning opportunities and global entrepreneurship.
Pact offers firms e-sports prospects overseas
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 21/08/2024
» Thailand's technology and financial technology businesses are seeking business opportunities in Saudi Arabia to capitalise on Saudi Vision 2030 and the world's first edition of the Olympic Esports Games scheduled to be held in Saudi Arabia next year.
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.