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Thailand, Australia target global crime
News, Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 26/04/2025
» In a major stride towards international crime prevention, Thai and Australian police have launched a joint operation aimed at dismantling transnational criminal networks. From narcotics to child exploitation and cryptocurrency-based money laundering, the partnership seeks to address complex crimes that transcend borders.
ASAHIKAWA: Mid-Century Elegance Meets Sustainable Real Wood
Published on 17/02/2025
» Index Living Mall PCL (ILM) is targeting the Mid-Century home furniture market with the launch of its new 'ASAHIKAWA' series. This furniture line draws inspiration from Japanese wood furniture, combining diverse materials with clean geometric lines and distinctive Japanese wood design elements under the concept "Real Wood for Modern Living." The asahikawa appeals to multiple consumer segments, including design-conscious Gen Z customers who appreciate Japanese aesthetics and seek unique home styling options. It also employs Nostalgia Marketing strategies to attract Gen X consumers, who value superior shopping experiences and quality of life, while appreciating elements that evoke cherished memories. For the independent-minded Gen Y demographic, who prefer distinctive lifestyle choices, the series offers versatile design options. The ASAHIKAWA series launch aims not only to expand into newer market segments but also to retain ILM's core Gen X-Y customer base, which currently represents 80% of JOY Members (with a 70:30 female-male ratio). The company continues to enhance customer shopping experiences through extensive promotions and exclusive privileges to drive sustained sales growth.
The rise of consumer cryptocurrency
News, Published on 26/02/2024
» Since its inception with the launch of Bitcoin in 2008, blockchain technology has gone through numerous cycles of public attention. Over time, growing interest and investment in the best-known cryptocurrencies has led to greater acceptance, as highlighted by the US Securities and Exchange Commission's approval of a spot Bitcoin ETF (exchange-traded fund) in January. While blockchains and their associated "crypto" assets have yet to be adopted by a truly broad base of consumers, that is starting to change, owing to a shift in how these technologies are being used.
Not ready for dystopia
Oped, Postbag, Published on 14/01/2023
» Re: "Five automation predictions for 2023" (Business, Jan 11) and "Five tech predictions for 2023 and beyond" (Business, Jan 10).
A different take
Life, Published on 05/10/2021
» For self-taught photographer Patchara Aunsangchan, life is full of unexpected twists. Three years ago, he bought Siamese fighting fish, or bettas, and posted photos on social media. However, he did not expect the photographs to change his life.
Facebook puts 'Instagram Kids' project on hold
Business, Published on 29/09/2021
» New York: Facebook Inc announced on Monday that it was pausing development of the children's version of its Instagram video-sharing social networking service, after widespread criticism and building worries the platform could damage young people's mental health.
Best days ahead, says Post chairman
News, Published on 20/05/2021
» Despite the challenges of a difficult economic environment amid the Covid pandemic, the Bangkok Post's best days lie ahead, insists company chairman Suthikiati Chirathivat.
Italy tests lockdown; global cases near 110,000: Virus update
Published on 09/03/2020
» Italy started its first working day after a government decree sought to curb movement within the country’s financial hub. Germany plans to boost investment to help its economy and the Trump administration is drafting measures to blunt the economic fallout from the outbreak.
Fiery food trends in 2019
Life, Vanniya Sriangura, Published on 20/12/2019
» Over the past 12 months, Thailand's food scene has been dominated by a few noteworthy culinary movements. Some are ongoing trends while others are revolutionary.
Consumer goods industry transforms
Business, Published on 09/07/2018
» While more than 65% of CEOs agree their organisation fosters a culture of innovation and disruption, 40% are not adapting successfully, says a new survey by the international professional services group KPMG International and the Consumer Goods Forum (CGF).