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Google Wallet launch seen spurring rival into action
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 17/11/2022
» The launch of Google Wallet in Thailand is expected to pressure Apple into providing Apple Pay here as the move adds another option to the array of mobile payment channels in the country, say industry analysts.
Facebook outage a red flag for vendors
Business, Tharittawat Samejaidee, Published on 06/10/2021
» A Facebook outage that lasted about six hours on Monday night serves as a wake-up call for small businesses that rely heavily on the social media giant, suggesting they should consider expanding their reach via other sales channels to restrict disruption, according to e-commerce pundits.
E-service tax law comes into force
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk and Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 01/09/2021
» Thailand will enforce the e-service tax law from Wednesday, following in the footsteps of more than 60 countries around the globe which collect value-added tax (VAT) from foreign e-service operators reaping income in their territories.
Racing for super app supremacy
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 09/07/2021
» A push by corporates to become super app operators like the case of Malaysian-based airline AirAsia casts light on their determination to create ecosystems that could drive down costs and expand customer bases through integrated services, say business pundits.
Gojek app debuts in Thailand with B2,500 discount coupons
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 17/09/2020
» Indonesian ride-hailing and food delivery giant Gojek, whose Thai unit Get recently moved to unite under the same brand, on Wednesday launched the Gojek app in Thailand with a heavy subsidy for the platform's users in order to gain ground in the highly competitive market.
Possible Alibaba investment in Grab
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 16/09/2020
» Reports of Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba's move to invest in ride-hailing and delivery player Grab have sparked concerns about market domination by two gigantic players in the Thai market.
Line draws flak over changes
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk & William Hicks, Published on 05/08/2019
» Businesses have decried a move by Line Thailand to alter its pricing plan for sending messages, citing a higher cost burden for them to shoulder.
E-pioneer angel invests in Ulease
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 20/05/2019
» The online motorbike marketplace Ulease has received angel investor funding from e-commerce pioneer Pawoot Pongvitatyapanu to expand its service and capitalise on a potential market of 60 billion baht.
E-commerce rivalry intensifies
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 01/04/2019
» Competition is ramping up in Thailand's nascent e-commerce industry, with larger players fighting to attract lucrative brand deals and local partnerships.
Tarad changes tack vying to be e-commerce enabler
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 28/03/2019
» Tarad.com, a local e-marketplace, is transforming its business to become an e-commerce enabler for brands and small businesses shifting to digital, promoting Thai products through online cross-border trade.