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Joint panel on TOT-CAT merger plan
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 29/09/2014
» The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Ministry is dusting off decades-long plan to merge TOT Plc and CAT Telecom in a quest to revitalise the two state telecom enterprises.
Samsung gets smart with schools project
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 05/08/2014
» Samsung is promoting its smart learning centre model in 40 schools nationwide in a drive to tap into business opportunities stemming from the military junta's smart classroom scheme.
TWZ to revamp as new shareholders make mark
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 21/06/2014
» TWZ Corporation, a SET-listed handset distribution firm, has set an ambitious plan to reposition itself as an integrated telecommunications and digital broadcasting service provider after the arrival of two new major shareholders.
TOT, CAT merger plan back in review
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 02/06/2014
» The National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) is looking at reviving a plan to merge the two state telecom enterprises, TOT Plc and CAT Telecom, says the permanent secretary of Information and Communication Technology Ministry.
Thaicom mulls relocating
Business, Published on 19/03/2014
» Thaicom Plc, the country’s sole satellite service provider, is considering relocating its local satellite base to another country in Asia Pacific where it has satellite footprints in order to avoid further political risks, according to a source.
Protesting made easy
Life, Sasiwimon Boonruang, Published on 10/12/2013
» When the "ThaiFight" mobile app made its debut three months ago, the streets of Bangkok were still quiet and the political temperature was relatively cool. Supasheep Srijumnong, the app's developer, said he created the app _ a fighting game featuring characters that look uncannily like Thai politicians and celebrities _ for his own enjoyment and to entertain his family. He didn't realise that the eruption of protests would make his little plaything relevant, and timely symbolic.
Game on
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 06/12/2013
» An independent game developer achieved momentary fame last week when his iOS game went to top position in the Thai App Store. His brainchild - called Thai Fight - allows you to pitch Yingluck against Abhisit (more on it later in this article) and appeared amidst this political tension. Since you’re practically glued to your smartphone 24/7 anyway, we’re giving kudos to the coolest made-in-Thailand games you can happily kill time with.
Suchart set to be TOT chairman
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 28/10/2013
» Pol Col Suchart Wonganantchai will likely be chosen as chairman of TOT Plc's board on Wednesday, replacing Udom Puasakul, who stepped down from the position two months ago.
Samart eyes new ventures
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 01/10/2013
» Samart Corporation is optimistic it can win licences to provide digital-TV services, expecting revenue of 3 billion baht from the new businesses next year.
M Link embarks on image redo
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 24/09/2013
» The Wongsawat family, founder of M Link Asia Corporation, will reduce its shareholding in the handset and mobile accessories distribution firm in a bid to reverse its image as politically connected.