Tracking tech for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
National News · TechBangkok court convicts Bolt driver of assault in 2026 landmark case. Learn your compensation rights, safety verification tools, and new platform regulations.
Tech · EconomyThailand sues Meta for ฿7.48B in Facebook fraud. TCC demands seller verification & victim compensation. What this landmark case means for residents.
Tech · TourismThailand's CAAT limits power banks to 2 per passenger from June 4, 2026. Devices under 100Wh allowed; 101-160Wh need approval. Carry-on only—know the rules.
Economy · TechChinese EVs now hold 60% of Thailand's market. BYD, Xpeng, and MG offer models 20-30% cheaper than traditional brands. Learn what this means for your next car purchase.
Tech · EconomyThailand's 1.6B baht AI Passport gives 5M residents free ChatGPT Plus & Gemini access starting June 5. But trade groups warn of foreign tech dependency risks.
Tech · PoliticsThailand's 1.6B baht TH-AI Passport faces delays over privacy concerns. Will you need to enroll? What data risks exist? Latest updates on the program affecting 5M Thais.
Economy · TechThailand's ฿25B AI program targets 10M trained users by 2027, while ฿16.5B in infrastructure upgrades compete with Vietnam and Malaysia for relocating tech firms and high-paying jobs.
Health · TechSiriraj Hospital deploys AI radiology to 450 Thai hospitals by 2026 with 95% accuracy. New ฿17B Bangpho Hub targets medical tourists at 20% lower costs than private competitors.
Economy · TechThailand ends duty-free imports in 2026—all Chinese platform purchases face new taxes. How payment integration and cross-border commerce changes affect residents.