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Thailand’s Ministry of Higher Education Outlines AI Development Strategy
Technology One source

Thailand’s Ministry of Higher Education Outlines AI Development Strategy

The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation has introduced a three-pillar strategy to integrate artificial intelligence into Thailand’s national development.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
Concerns Raised Over Data Center Zoning and Safety in Bangkok
Technology One source

Concerns Raised Over Data Center Zoning and Safety in Bangkok

Suphanat Minchaiynunt has highlighted potential regulatory loopholes allowing data centers to operate as warehouses in Bangkok, bypassing environmental impact assessments.

Thai Post ·

Source reliability 68/100 · Moderate
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
German Designer Creates 'Digital Camouflage' Hawaiian Shirt to Evade AI Surveillance
Technology One source

German Designer Creates 'Digital Camouflage' Hawaiian Shirt to Evade AI Surveillance

A new Hawaiian shirt design by Simon Weckert uses abstract patterns to confuse AI-powered CCTV systems, making it difficult for cameras to identify the wearer as a human.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
National Farmers Council Launches ‘Kasetkorn Wongnai’ Platform
Technology One source

National Farmers Council Launches ‘Kasetkorn Wongnai’ Platform

The National Farmers Council has introduced a new digital platform, 'Kasetkorn Wongnai,' to streamline communication with farmers using ThaiD identity verification.

Thai Post ·

Source reliability 68/100 · Moderate
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
True Corporation Deploys AI to Protect Network Stability During Monsoon Season
Technology One source

True Corporation Deploys AI to Protect Network Stability During Monsoon Season

True Corporation has implemented AI-driven predictive measures to safeguard its nationwide communication network against potential disruptions caused by heavy rains and flooding.

Thai Post ·

Source reliability 68/100 · Moderate
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
Minister Chai Chonchob Addresses TH-AI Passport Investigation
Technology One source

Minister Chai Chonchob Addresses TH-AI Passport Investigation

Digital Economy and Society Minister Chai Chonchob has expressed confidence regarding a formal complaint filed against him concerning the TH-AI Passport project.

Thai Post ·

Source reliability 68/100 · Moderate
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
Digital Minister Addresses TH-AI Passport Allegations
Technology One source

Digital Minister Addresses TH-AI Passport Allegations

Minister of Digital Economy and Society Chai Chonchok Chidchob has responded to allegations regarding the TH-AI Passport system.

Prachachat Business ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
Digital Minister Responds to Allegations Regarding TH-AI PASSPORT Project
Technology One source

Digital Minister Responds to Allegations Regarding TH-AI PASSPORT Project

Minister of Digital Economy and Society Chai Chonchok Chidchob has addressed accusations of procurement irregularities concerning the TH-AI PASSPORT initiative.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
True Digital Park Launches Global Innovation District Alliance
Technology One source

True Digital Park Launches Global Innovation District Alliance

True Digital Park has partnered with Chulalongkorn University and the PMU-C to establish a new innovation hub in South Sukhumvit, drawing on international models.

Prachachat Business ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
13-Year-Old Student Develops AI 'Virtual Parent' App, Generating Significant Revenue
Technology One source

13-Year-Old Student Develops AI 'Virtual Parent' App, Generating Significant Revenue

A middle school student from Shanghai has gained online attention after creating an AI-powered application that earned 89,000 THB in just three days.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
BE aLife: MOVE OUT LOUD Hybrid Fitness Challenge Concludes in Bangkok
Technology One source

BE aLife: MOVE OUT LOUD Hybrid Fitness Challenge Concludes in Bangkok

Over 1,000 fitness enthusiasts participated in the month-long 'BE aLife: MOVE OUT LOUD' hybrid challenge at True Digital Park, concluding on August 29, 2026.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
Sripatum University Hosts AI Prompt Hackathon for Thai Youth
Technology One source

Sripatum University Hosts AI Prompt Hackathon for Thai Youth

Sripatum University’s Faculty of Information Technology recently held the 'SPU AI Prompt Mini Hackathon 2026' to foster digital skills among high school and vocational students.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
Nissan and Honda Partner to Develop Automotive Software
Technology One source

Nissan and Honda Partner to Develop Automotive Software

Japanese automotive giants Nissan and Honda have signed a collaboration agreement to develop vehicle software and computer components, targeting a 2029 market release.

Prachachat Business ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
Government Promotes AI and Digital Skills for Employment of Persons with Disabilities
Technology One source

Government Promotes AI and Digital Skills for Employment of Persons with Disabilities

The Thai government is hosting a career fair for persons with disabilities in Bangkok, with plans to expand the initiative to Nakhon Ratchasima later this month.

Thailand Government Public Relations Department — Breaking News ·

Source reliability 100/100 · Official / highest
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
The Evolution of Business Efficiency Through AI Integration
Technology One source

The Evolution of Business Efficiency Through AI Integration

Thai Post reports on how artificial intelligence is fundamentally reshaping business operations and consumer accessibility in Thailand.

Thai Post ·

Source reliability 68/100 · Moderate
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
Calls for Zoning of Heavy Metal Contaminated Areas in Mae Ai
Technology One source

Calls for Zoning of Heavy Metal Contaminated Areas in Mae Ai

Farmers in Chiang Mai’s Mae Ai district are demanding government action regarding heavy metal contamination in local water and agricultural produce.

Thai Post ·

Source reliability 68/100 · Moderate
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
Mc Group Reports Fiscal 2026 Growth Amid Digital Expansion
Technology One source

Mc Group Reports Fiscal 2026 Growth Amid Digital Expansion

Mc Group, the parent company of Mc Jeans, announced a 6% revenue increase for fiscal year 2026, driven by a significant surge in online sales.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
South Korea Announces 'AI For All' Initiative for 2027
Technology One source

South Korea Announces 'AI For All' Initiative for 2027

South Korea plans to provide free premium AI access to its entire population by 2027 to bolster domestic technology and government services.

Prachachat Business ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest