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Travellers avoid trips to Japan over viral comic book’s quake prediction
Bloomberg News, Published on 24/05/2025
» TOKYO — Holiday bookings to Japan from key Asian markets have plunged ahead of the busy summer season. The cause: Rumours of an impending earthquake prophesied in a manga graphic novel.
Vietnam orders messaging app Telegram to be blocked
Reuters, Published on 23/05/2025
» HANOI — Vietnam's technology ministry has instructed telecommunication service providers to block the messaging application Telegram for not cooperating in combating alleged crimes committed by its users, according to a government document reviewed by Reuters.
China's yuan fit to rival US dollar as global currency if more accessible: economist
South China Morning Post, Published on 23/05/2025
» China's yuan has the potential to rival a weakening US dollar as a global currency if Beijing liberalises convertibility and access for foreigners, according to a senior Asian economist.
Thailand's First AI Hyperscale Data Center Debuts
Published on 23/05/2025
» Bangkok – May 22, 2025 – True Internet Data Center (True IDC), a leading data centre and cloud service provider under Charoen Pokphand Group (CP), officially launched Thailand’s first AI Hyperscale Data Center, reinforcing its commitment to advancing the nation’s digital infrastructure to support the new economy and positioning Thailand as the digital hub of ASEAN.
Maternal nostalgia
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 23/05/2025
» With the recent success of the acclaimed comedy-drama series The Four Seasons and Tom Hardy's blood-soaked thriller Havoc, it seems Netflix is finding its rhythm again when it comes to delivering compelling, emotionally resonant content. The latest entry, the heartwarming food and family drama Nonnas, takes audience to comfort-viewing territory -- stories that are less concerned with spectacle and more focused on the relationships that shape us.
Thai Night 2025 showcases thai cinema at cannes
Published on 22/05/2025
» Cannes, France – May 22, 2025 – The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), Ministry of Commerce, successfully organised Thai Night 2025, an event aimed at enhancing the global presence of the Thai entertainment industry and promoting international business networking. The event took place on Thursday, May 15, 2025, during the renowned Cannes Film Festival – one of the world’s most prestigious international film festivals. Her Royal Highness Princess Ubolratana Rajakanya Sirivadhana Barnavadi presided over the ceremony, delivered an inspiring keynote address, and extended a warm welcome to distinguished guests, including producers, directors, content creators, and media representatives from around the world.
Proposal for additional data centres in the provinces
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 22/05/2025
» Expanding data centres beyond Bangkok, enhancing mobile broadband performance, and strengthening network connectivity through internet exchange points are crucial for improving Thailand's internet resilience and establishing it as a regional data centre hub.
Google I/O 2025 Recap: Major advances in AI showcased
Reuters and Online Reporters, Published on 21/05/2025
» MOUNTAIN VIEW, California - Google is preparing to put artificial intelligence into the hands of more internet users while teasing a $250-a-month subscription for AI power users, in its latest effort to fend off growing competition from rivals like OpenAI.
Cloud 11 Appoints Paul Sirisant as CEO
Published on 21/05/2025
» Cloud 11, the regional creator hub developed by MQDC, has appointed Mr Paul Sirisant as Chief Executive Officer to steer the completion of Thailand and ASEAN’s most ambitious creative destination. The project aims to accelerate Southeast Asia’s burgeoning content creator economy, currently valued at 45 billion baht ($1.3 billion).
ONE Championship touts $470m tourism boost for Thailand
Business, Nick Atkin, Published on 21/05/2025
» ONE Championship chief executive Chatri Sityodtong says martial arts promotion does more than organise fighting competitions in Bangkok -- it's now a key engine for Thailand's tourism economy.