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Cryptocurrencies and the job market
Business, Jirayut Srupsrisopa, Published on 14/01/2020
» Cryptocurrencies have clearly become an emerging trend despite episodes of volatility in recent years. With Facebook hoping to launch its Libra project this year, as well as more supportive attitudes by some governments, the industry is gradually approaching a turning point.
Blockchain and efficient government
Business, Jirayut Srupsrisopa, Published on 04/10/2019
» Whenever we talk about blockchain, the applications are usually limited to the private sector. It makes sense: the most famous example of blockchain technology is bitcoin, which many governments oppose.
Is blockchain the fuel the auto industry needs?
Business, Jirayut Srupsrisopa, Published on 06/09/2019
» Automobiles are the second most popular mode of transport with 1 billion cars on the road worldwide. Automobile technologies are constantly evolving, with driverless cars the most notable development in recent years.
Blockchain and real estate
Business, Jirayut Srupsrisopa, Published on 06/08/2019
» Real estate is perhaps the oldest asset class, and with age comes a resistance to change. The first mention of a mortgage can be traced back to medieval England, and real estate agents have been around for over 100 years. But the introduction of blockchain promises to upend the traditions that dominate this market and tear down barriers to entry.
Tuning out the music middlemen
Business, Jirayut Srupsrisopa, Published on 22/06/2019
» From vinyl records, cassette tapes and CDs to MP3 players, music has come a long way to the point where we can enjoy it at the touch of our fingertips on a mobile phone. Communication technology now allows artists to reach hundreds of millions of listeners, but it's not making many of them rich.
Blockchain meets education
Business, Jirayut Srupsrisopa, Published on 14/05/2019
» Blockchain technology is rapidly gaining favour for its exemplary cybersecurity capabilities. Blockchain-enabled security development has become a paramount goal in industries such as finance and banking, supply chain and logistics, and healthcare. Beyond cryptocurrency and other existing use cases, blockchain can also make a huge difference in the lives of students.
The rise of Dapps
Business, Jirayut Srupsrisopa, Published on 23/04/2019
» People can attest to the fact that we are experiencing the longest bear market in the brief and turbulent history of cryptocurrency. Traders have taken heart from a recent revival in bitcoin prices, and some continue to dream of another meteoric rise. In the meantime, many would settle for more regulatory acceptance of securities token offerings to spur interest in the crypto market.
Stablecoins: Solution to the highly volatile crypto market?
Business, Jirayut Srupsrisopa, Published on 05/03/2019
» Cryptocurrencies come in many forms. A vast array of coins and tokens are now available in the market, each with distinctive characteristics, incentives and uses. One corner of the crypto world that has received relatively little attention is that of stablecoins.
Digitising the baht is just a start
Business, Jirayut Srupsrisopa, Published on 19/01/2019
» When the Bank of Thailand initiated "Project Inthanon" back in August 2018, it was the talk of the town. One proposal in particular caught everyone's attention: digitisation of the baht, or the creation of a state-owned cryptocurrency called wholesale central bank digital currency (CBDC).
How blockchain can benefit Thai businesses
Business, Jirayut Srupsrisopa, Published on 26/12/2018
» It is high time that businesses started to embrace blockchain. The enabling power of this disruptive technology can no longer be ignored. Businesses that have been among the early adopters say their peers could also reap immense benefits by incorporating it into their operations.