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Malaysia draws first data centre protest over pollution, water
Bloomberg News, Published on 08/02/2026
» JOHOR — The rapid increase in data centres in Malaysia came under the microscope on Saturday, with the AI-driven buildout drawing its first public protest in the Southeast Asian country.
Line Man Wongnai weighs IPO in Hong Kong or New York
Bloomberg, Published on 06/02/2026
» Line Man Wongnai, a Thai technology startup backed by Singapore’s GIC Pte, is considering an initial public offering abroad to tap stronger investor demand and secure a higher valuation, a move that would signal a lack of confidence in the local stock market.
Musk merges his AI business into SpaceX
AFP, Published on 03/02/2026
» SAN FRANCISCO - Elon Musk has announced that his rocket company SpaceX will take over his artificial intelligence outfit xAI, as he seeks to raise billions of dollars for his science fiction-worthy outer space projects.
Treasury touts stalled Mo Chit project
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 03/02/2026
» The Treasury Department is moving ahead with the long-delayed land development project at the old Mo Chit bus terminal site, which has dragged on for more than 30 years, with a conclusion expected by September.
Merkle sees continued fervour for gold
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 02/02/2026
» Heightened geopolitical tensions are reshaping global capital flows, with gold remaining the preferred safe haven, while cryptocurrencies continue to trade like high-risk technology stocks rather than defensive assets, says digital asset fund manager Merkle Capital.
Gold demand hits record high on Trump policy doubts
AFP, Published on 29/01/2026
» LONDON - Gold demand surged to a record high in 2025 as investors and central banks flocked to the safe-haven asset as protection against US President Donald Trump’s unpredictable policies and their potential economic impact, industry data showed on Thursday.
Indonesian stocks plunge on downgrade warning
Reuters, Published on 28/01/2026
» JAKARTA - Indonesian stocks slumped 7% on Wednesday after the index provider MSCI flagged investability risk, citing a lack of transparency in ownership structure and free-float data, and raising the possibility of a downgrade to “frontier market” status.
Gold traders seek clarity on new trading rules
Business, NAREERAT WIRIYAPONG and WICHIT CHANTANUSORNSIRI, Published on 28/01/2026
» The Gold Traders Association (GTA) is asking the Bank of Thailand to clarify all the regulations it is set to enforce regarding gold trading, asking for more time to comply, particularly with the measure for online gold trading using dollar-based transactions.
Thai travellers warned over rise of visa scams
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 23/01/2026
» Travellers are advised to be alert to visa application scams, such as false appointment letters or requests for additional payment for fast-track visa guarantees, as outbound travel grows.
Italian-Thai projects halted after fatal accidents
Reuters and Online Reporters, Published on 16/01/2026
» The Ministry of Transport on Friday ordered a 15-day construction halt on 14 contracts involving Italian-Thai Development Plc (ITD) as well as other large-scale projects overseen by the ministry, as it conducts safety inspections after two fatal crane accidents in two days.