Tracking tech for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
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.
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.
Economy · TechBig C's parent company acquires Vietnam's MM Mega Market for ฿22.5B, cuts ฿150M costs with AI, opens 200 Mini stores. How BJC's transformation affects Thai shoppers.
Tech · EconomyAsia's fintech market races toward $348B by 2031, but 200 million remain unbanked. What this means for Thailand's provinces and expats navigating digital finance.
Economy · TechThailand's Tariff e-Service launches August 2026. Instant HS code rulings, 3-year legal protection, and no pre-registration needed. Perfect for expats, SMEs, and e-commerce sellers importing to Thailand.
National News · TechPolice blocked 717K gambling sites yet 4M Thai youth still trapped. World Cup drives new crackdown. What expats and parents need to know about the digital crisis.
Tech · CultureAI memorial services arrive in Asia. Discover how digital avatars work, Thailand's regulatory gaps, and what residents should know about privacy risks
Economy · TechHong Kong now manages $2.95 trillion in cross-border wealth, overtaking Switzerland. What this shift means for your investments, family office, and wealth strategy in Thailand.
Tech · National NewsThailand-Malaysia dismantle MyIPTV4K network. Copyright Act penalties: ฿800,000 fines, 4-year jail for piracy. Users face data exposure risks. What you need to know.