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  ICT maps out digital future

  Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 18/09/2014

  » The government is creating two new departments under the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Ministry as part of a policy to bring all industrial sectors into the digital economy and boost economic growth.

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  Agencies told to boost R&D activity

  Business, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 24/09/2014

  » With the government committed to support more research, state enterprises will be required to set aside more from their fiscal-2015 budget for R&D activities.

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  Wall street staggers but set powers past 1,600

  Business, Published on 29/09/2014

  » Recap: Wall Street pulled back last week after disappointing US durable goods orders suggested the recovery might be weaker than thought. However, the Thai stock market continued to march up and finally passed 1,600 points — a level not seen since May last year — on Friday on investor hopes that economic stimulus measures will soon take hold. Window-dressing as the quarter-end approaches also lent support.

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  International hackers strike

  Online Reporters, Published on 22/10/2015

  » The international hacking collective called Anonymous declared cyberwar on the Thai government Thursday over its policy to consolidate a single internet gateway.

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  ICT minister assures cybersecurity

  Online Reporters, Published on 23/10/2015

  » The prime minister has told the ICT Ministry to step up security of government websites and data following the announcement of an international hackers' group targeting Thailand.

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  Huge crowds for procession, bathing ceremony (Updated)

  Terry Fredrickson, Published on 14/10/2016

  » A large number of people gathered to attend Friday's symbolic royal bathing of King Bhumibhol, which was open to the general public until 2pm. The procession to move King Bhumibhol’s body from Siriraj Hospital followed, arriving at the Grand Palace at 5pm.

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  Global tech giant Huawei contributes to Thailand’s digital talent cultivation

  Published on 25/01/2022

  » On January 20, 2022, in global tech leader Huawei's first global Tech4Good competition, Thailand team “Are u Ok” project took gold for their solution that helps patients in Thailand receive faster emergency treatment. They achieved this through advanced route planning and real-time communications enabled by 5G, AI, and cloud technologies, shortening the time patients spend traveling to medical centres and improving their chance of survival. They will have the opportunity to meet with an investor to pitch their idea, have private consultation or coaching sessions with Huawei executives, and be shortlisted to speak at international forums and other events.

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  Thailand 5G Summit 2022: Drive 5G as Thailand’s key digital infrastructure

  Published on 16/06/2022

  » The Prime Minister of Thailand presided over the opening ceremony of Thailand 5G Summit 2022 under The 5G Leader in the Region concept, joining partners to drive 5G as Thailand’s key digital infrastructure and promote applications of 5G technology through business potential and commercial readiness, including building a better society with 5G technology – aiming to drive Thailand as the ASEAN Digital Hub and announcing 5G Technology Alliance in the country. These actions will create up to 5 billion baht in economic value through new business opportunities. Participants learned from and experienced 5G technology showcases free-of-charge, from June 16 to June 17, on the 22nd floor, Centara Grand Hotel and Bangkok Convention Center at centralwOrld.

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  2023 Thailand Mobile Expo to be a carbon neutral event

  Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 15/02/2023

  » Wave BCG, which specialises in facilitating carbon credit trade, has joined hands with MVP, an event organiser, to make Mice (meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions) businesses "carbon neutral" events, starting with the 2023 Thailand Mobile Expo.

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  New law to fight online criminals

  News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 18/03/2023

  » A new Royal Decree on Cyber Crime Prevention and Suppression is now in effect, giving victims, banks, and the authorities more options in fighting online scams and other illegal online activities.

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