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Digital Economy and Society Ministry issues guidelines for pre-installed apps
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 21/01/2025
» The Digital Economy and Society (DES) Ministry on Monday issued 10 guidelines for all related parties for handling pre-installed applications on mobile devices, aiming to protect consumers and prevent the apps from breaching the law.
Getting visitors to open wallets
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 16/12/2024
» Tourism plays a crucial role in Thailand's economy, contributing greatly to the country's GDP. In a bid to stimulate post-pandemic expenditure, the government is gearing up to attract more luxury and high-spending travellers.
Kose acquires Thai brand Panpuri
Business, Somhatai Mosika, Published on 16/12/2024
» The Japan-based Kose Corporation has acquired Panpuri, the Thai holistic beauty and wellness brand, from Lakeshore Capital and other shareholders.
Cyber-resilience lags as risks rise
Business, Published on 04/12/2024
» Almost four-fifths (77%) of organisations expect their cybersecurity budget to increase over the coming year as they cite lack of preparedness for an ever-expanding array of cyber vulnerabilities, according to the 2025 Global Digital Trust Insights survey by PwC.
MTL co-invests in senior living developer, service provider
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 13/11/2024
» Muang Thai Life Assurance Plc (MTL) has co-invested in Naya Residence and LivWell Living, a developer and service provider of senior living properties, to expand its portfolio and capitalise on Thailand's transition into a super-aged society.
Thaicom plans to drag satellite to 50.5°E orbit
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 11/11/2024
» Satellite operator Thaicom plans to drag an EutelSat satellite to the 50.5° East orbit to utilise the country's right to the orbit, which expires on Nov 27.
Line Man Ride enters ride-hailing fray
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 06/11/2024
» Line Man Wongnai is offering an electronic ride-hailing service promising an affordable price and safety, in a bid to fill a price gap and capitalise on a local market projected to be worth 34 billion baht in five years.
Farm exports surge amid free trade deals
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 28/10/2024
» Free trade agreements (FTAs) have turned Thailand into the largest exporter of agricultural products in Southeast Asia and the eighth-largest shipper globally, according to the Trade Negotiations Department.
A love affair intensifies
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 21/10/2024
» Since launching in 2014, the popularity and number of Thai LGBTQ+ TV shows depicting positive and diverse stories of male-male romance, known as Boys' Love (BL) or Y series, has increased, gaining momentum during the pandemic.
BAAC targets older folks switching to farming
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 26/09/2024
» The Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) is preparing to launch a new loan product aimed at encouraging salaried workers aged 50 and older to invest in agricultural careers, providing them with supplementary income after they retire.