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Sport Barcelona Denies Interest in Gabriel Magalhães ✦ Economy Thai Medical Device Innovation Aims to Reduce Imports and Boost Exports ✦ Economy Government Savings Bank Launches High-Interest Digital Savings Account ✦ Safety Ang Thong Province Braces for Heavy Rainfall Through September 27 ✦ Culture Thai Singer Hi-Arpa-porn Expresses Concern Over Religious Scandals ✦ Safety Bangkok Official Urges Immediate Inspections of Modified Buildings and Pubs ✦ Safety Armed Standoff and Arson Incident in Bangkok's Bang Phlat District ✦ Politics Protest Group Demands Review of Senate Election Case ✦ General Ajinomoto Foundation Donates 17.6 Million Baht for School Cafeterias ✦ Economy National Housing Authority Opens Chachoengsao Land for Private Development ✦
Thailand Announces Pre-Registration for New 'TH-AI Passport' System
Technology One source

Thailand Announces Pre-Registration for New 'TH-AI Passport' System

The Office of the National Digital Economy and Society Commission has announced that pre-registration for the new 'TH-AI Passport' system will begin on August 19, 2026.

Prachachat Business ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
Thailand Announces 'TH-AI Passport' Registration Launch
Technology One source

Thailand Announces 'TH-AI Passport' Registration Launch

The Ministry of Digital Economy and Society has announced that registration for the new 'TH-AI Passport' system will begin on August 19, 2026.

Matichon Online ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
Thaksin Shinawatra Highlights Emerging Tech Threats at SomapaIT 30th Anniversary
Technology One source

Thaksin Shinawatra Highlights Emerging Tech Threats at SomapaIT 30th Anniversary

Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra addressed the evolving landscape of global technological threats during the 30th-anniversary celebration of SomapaIT.

Prachachat Business ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
NBTC Announces Five-Point Roadmap for Thailand’s Broadcasting Sector
Technology One source

NBTC Announces Five-Point Roadmap for Thailand’s Broadcasting Sector

The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has unveiled a new strategic plan to modernize Thailand's radio landscape, including FM licensing and the introduction of DAB+ technology.

Matichon Online ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
Thai Deep Tech Startups Expand into Japanese Market
Technology One source

Thai Deep Tech Startups Expand into Japanese Market

The National Innovation Agency (NIA) is actively promoting Thai deep tech startups in Japan, resulting in two initial memorandums of understanding.

Matichon Online ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
Viral TikTok Video Features Woman Introducing Her 'AI Child'
Technology One source

Viral TikTok Video Features Woman Introducing Her 'AI Child'

A social media video featuring a woman who claims to be the mother of an AI entity named 'Lumen' has sparked widespread online discussion regarding human-AI emotional bonds.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
Thailand’s NIA Launches Deep Tech Startups into Japanese Market
Technology One source

Thailand’s NIA Launches Deep Tech Startups into Japanese Market

The National Innovation Agency (NIA) is accelerating Thai deep tech startups toward the Japanese market, with two initial partnerships already formalized.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
Canva to Establish Regional AI-Design Hub in Thailand
Technology One source

Canva to Establish Regional AI-Design Hub in Thailand

Canva is set to expand its operations in Thailand by establishing a regional AI-Design center, according to reports from Matichon Online.

Matichon Online ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
NBTC Outlines Future Roadmap for Thai Radio Broadcasting
Technology One source

NBTC Outlines Future Roadmap for Thai Radio Broadcasting

The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has announced plans to modernize Thailand's radio sector, focusing on FM frequency allocation and the introduction of DAB+ digital radio.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
SKY ICT Reports Strong Q2 2026 Financial Results Amid Aviation Tech Growth
Technology One source

SKY ICT Reports Strong Q2 2026 Financial Results Amid Aviation Tech Growth

SKY ICT has announced a profit of 223 million baht for the second quarter of 2026, supported by a robust backlog and expectations for the upcoming tourism high season.

Prachachat Business ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
True Corporation Partners to Launch ASTRA Space Technology Initiative
Technology One source

True Corporation Partners to Launch ASTRA Space Technology Initiative

True Corporation has collaborated with Mahanakorn University of Technology and GalaxySpace to introduce the ASTRA project, aimed at advancing space industry talent in Thailand.

Matichon Online ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
Thailand Seeks to Host Canva’s Regional AI-Design Hub
Technology One source

Thailand Seeks to Host Canva’s Regional AI-Design Hub

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has met with Canva executives in Sydney to propose the establishment of a regional office and an AI-Design Research Center in Thailand.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
Dating App Fraud Allegations Surface in Thailand
Technology One source

Dating App Fraud Allegations Surface in Thailand

A local government official has accused a teacher of financial deception following a brief online romance, sparking a public dispute over dowry payments.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
Online Dating Dispute Involving Local Official and Teacher Gains Public Attention
Technology One source

Online Dating Dispute Involving Local Official and Teacher Gains Public Attention

A local government official has sought public assistance after alleging he was deceived by a teacher he met on a dating app, leading to significant financial losses.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
Bangkok Youth Propose AI-Driven Solutions for Urban Challenges
Technology One source

Bangkok Youth Propose AI-Driven Solutions for Urban Challenges

Students at the Code Genius Junior Hackathon 2026 have developed innovative AI and coding projects aimed at improving Bangkok’s urban infrastructure, including traffic and disaster management.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
Parliamentary Budget Committee Scrutinizes Spending on Digital and Civic Projects
Technology One source

Parliamentary Budget Committee Scrutinizes Spending on Digital and Civic Projects

The House Budget Committee has questioned the Secretariat of the House of Representatives regarding an 8 million baht allocation for website development and another 8 million baht for democracy promotion activities.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
Navigating Information Integrity in Thailand
Technology One source

Navigating Information Integrity in Thailand

A recent column in Matichon Online highlights the challenges of distinguishing between genuine news and misinformation in the digital age.

Matichon Online ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
Use caution Moderate Official / highest
Exploring the 'IF Stove' Technology: A Sustainable Cooking Innovation
Technology One source

Exploring the 'IF Stove' Technology: A Sustainable Cooking Innovation

Matichon Online reports on the development of 'IF Stove' technology, highlighting its focus on safety and environmental sustainability.

Matichon Online ·

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