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JAS partners for IPTV launch
Business, Published on 13/09/2019
» Telecom operator Jasmine International (JAS) has partnered with Mono Group and KT Corporation from South Korea to launch an IPTV (internet protocol TV) business, to cater to its 3.3 million 3BB broadband internet customers.
OTT oversight a hot topic in Asean
Business, Published on 19/08/2019
» All eyes are on this week's meeting of the Asean Telecommunication Regulators' Council (ATRC) in Bangkok, watching for clues as to whether it will usher in joint guidelines that will get tough on over-the-top (OTT) operators, particularly where taxation is concerned.
Biometrics a double-edged sword
Business, Published on 30/07/2019
» Reliance on biometrics like fingerprints, face recognition and voice recognition are becoming an inescapable part of life in Thailand. Whether applying for an ID, getting a SIM card or even entering the country, both Thais and foreigners must give up their biometric information to both the government and private sector.
Dawn of a new paradigm
Business, Published on 08/07/2019
» The Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) came into effect in May with a one-year grace period for compliance by companies and government agencies that handle personal data.
IIG operators slam NBTC initiative
Business, Published on 05/04/2019
» International internet gateway (IIG) operators and telecom veterans have poured scorn on the telecom regulator's request to categorise internet traffic by local or over-the-top service, calling the idea impractical, a breach of user data and a barrier to Thailand's digital economy development.
Tech giants, media target fake news
Business, Published on 25/01/2019
» Tech giants are addressing the spread of fake news and election manipulation in the lead-up to the general election by cooperating with local media and setting up features to reduce the problem.
The cybersecurity balancing act
Business, Published on 22/10/2018
» The draft cybersecurity bill, which is yet to be completed, is being promoted as an attempt to expand Thailand's cybersecurity infrastructure, protect national security interests and crack down on cybercrime.
Paving the way to digital ID
Business, Published on 24/09/2018
» Although it could be a boon for Thailand's digital transformation, a draft law allowing government agencies to collect citizens' digital ID has provoked concerns over data security and personal privacy, suggesting the act may be more of a curse than a blessing.
NBTC says axed bid is no obstacle to 5G
Business, Published on 18/06/2018
» The telecom regulator insists that the failure of the planned 1800-megahertz auction on Aug 4 will not affect fifth-generation (5G) wireless broadband development in the country.
Data crisis triggers IT security fears
Business, Published on 23/04/2018
» Goosebumps are rising among social media fans amid a firestorm over Facebook's massive personal data harvesting. Coincidentally, a similar scandal has erupted in Thailand, where one of the country's largest telecom operators faces censure as a result of IT security negligence.