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Guru's Weekly Buzz: March 1-7
Guru, Guru writers, Published on 01/03/2024
» Guru By Bangkok Post's pick of the most exciting products, food and travel to indulge in.
Remembering an icon
Life, John Clewley, Published on 01/08/2023
» On July 13, luk thung singer, actor, movie/TV producer and label owner Phanom Nopporn passed away in hospital at the age of 77. One of the giants of the "country music" genre, fans and stars of the luk thung industry attended his funeral on July 18 at Wat Bang Rak Noi Ban Sai in Nonthaburi.
Taking on the teens, kids save a life, old man lashes out
News, Mae Moo, Published on 18/06/2023
» No ordinary soi row
Creators say developers need support from the state, industry
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk and Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 01/07/2022
» Thailand could find itself at the forefront of the metaverse frontier if developers receive proper support from industry collaboration and the government, according to two creators.
Telecom mega merger faces hurdles
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk and Srisamorn Phoosuphanusorn, Published on 23/11/2021
» The merger of True Corporation Plc and Total Access Communication Plc (DTAC) could cause a potential telecom market dominance, while the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) will have the authority to look into the issue, according to the Office of Trade Competition Commission (OTCC).
Bitkub deal likely to hurt small cryptocurrency operators
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee and Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 04/11/2021
» SCBx Group's acquisition of Bitkub looks likely to cause pain for small cryptocurrency operators as it may significantly boost the exchange's market share, which currently stands at 90%, thanks to the bank's large capital reserves and customer base.
Less comedy, more dhamma
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 20/09/2021
» A couple of weeks ago, two well-known monks -- Phra Maha Sompong Talaputto and Phra Maha Praiwan Worawano -- held a livestream talk show on social media that attracted 200,000 viewers. The chat led to several debates between their supporters and opponents since it was different from typical dhamma talks or dhamma preaching. The two monks used several teenage slang expressions and joked with their viewers who commented via the live chat. While Phra Maha Sompong focused on delivering his own jokes like a standup comedian, Phra Maha Praiwan, who knew many teenage expressions, giggled uncontrollably throughout the show. He was criticised for not being not calm or having self-control as a monk should.
Payment profusion
Business, Darana Chudasri and Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 28/06/2021
» The adoption of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies as a payment method for goods and services is gradually gaining traction among real-world entrepreneurs despite the inherent price volatility, including a recent dip.
Clubhouse is the place to be... but it's invite only
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 24/02/2021
» Audio-based social networking app Clubhouse has become popular in the past few weeks. The app is similar to a traditional radio station in which a DJ or a moderator allows listeners to participate and speak in a programme. In order to access Clubhouse, users must be invited by a friend and currently, the app is available only on iOS for iPhone and iPad users. Clubhouse has stated that it is working on an Android version but has not set a launch date yet. Due to the app's popularity in Thailand, Clubhouse invitations are being sold on social media and e-commerce websites.
3500MHz likely delayed until 2021
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana and Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 18/02/2020
» The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has signalled the 3500-megahertz range is unlikely to be auctioned for the 5G network this year, a move that could affect Total Access Communication (DTAC), which holds less spectrum bandwidth than bigger rivals.