Technology & IT

Thailand is at the forefront of utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI) to address depression and suicidal tendencies. The pioneering AI DMIND technology, integrated into the National Health Security Office’s (NHSO) Line service, delivers prompt mental health assessments. Developed through collaboration between Chulalongkorn University’s Faculties of Medicine and Engineering, the NHSO, and the Department of Mental Health, […]

Two prominent data center providers from Japan have recently made significant investments totaling $164 million (5.5 billion baht) in Thailand, aiming to capitalize on the surging demand for digital transformation and cloud computing services. Telehouse, a renowned data center company, has unveiled its inaugural data center in Thailand with an investment of $74 million. Simultaneously, […]

In a significant move towards utilizing big data for economic and social progress, the government has announced the establishment of the Big Data Institute (BDI). This new public agency aims to effectively manage the massive volume of data generated by both the public and state agencies, while shaping future policies. Set to become operational within […]

On June 6, Apple Inc. opened the annual developer conference 2022, known as WWDC 2022 or Apple Worldwide Developers Conference 2022.The conference was broadcasted live and presented many new products such as iPadOS 16, watchOS 9, macOS Ventura and Apple M2 and the new iOS16 which was highly expected. iOS16: the star of this event […]

Coming from Pattaya, Thailand, the eco-friendly catamaran, Energy Observer, stopped in Hua Hin last month to showcase how the boat is run on clean energy, inspiring locals with the green heart and knowledge to save the world. The vessel reached its anchorage on May 1-2, 2022 in the Racer Marina of Hua Hin to allow […]

Alibaba Cloud, the cloud computing division of Chinese e-commerce behemoth Alibaba Group, has launched its first data center in Thailand to capitalize on the country’s cloud market and support the country’s 20-year strategic plan. Tyler Qiu, Thailand country manager for Alibaba Cloud Intelligence, stated in a virtual news conference that with a registered capital of […]

Thai financial institutions have reached an agreement to better protect clients’ personal data in the face of ever increasing cybersecurity threats. Regulators of the financial sector recently announced a new partnership on data security, with a Memorandum of Understanding signed aimed at better protecting personal information. Signed between the Bank of Thailand, the Office of […]

The Cabinet this week approved relaxed tax rules for cryptocurrency traders, in line with other crypto-related measures previously announced by the government. Investors will be exempt from a value-added tax (VAT) of 7% for crypto trading on authorized exchanges. Finance Minister Arkhom Termpittayapaisith announced that traders will also be allowed to offset their annual losses […]

Microsoft Asia has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) in support of Thailand’s digital transition and affirmed its commitment to Thailand 4.0. The signing was witnessed by Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha. A memorandum of understanding (MOU) is a legal document describing a bilateral agreement between parties. It expresses a convergence of will between the […]

The Cabinet has approved a package of incentives to encourage the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) and increase domestic production. Government Spokesperson Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana says that the Cabinet has approved a 2022-2025 incentive package. The package exists to encourage drivers to switch to EVs while also increasing vehicle manufacturing in the country. The incentives will […]