Riders Gain QR Checks, Stricter Bans After Bangkok Taxi Rape Confession
By mid-2026 every Bangkok taxi will have a QR code for driver ID, GPS tracking and a panic button; repeat offenders face lifetime bans. Here’s what Thailand riders must know.
Tracking tech for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
By mid-2026 every Bangkok taxi will have a QR code for driver ID, GPS tracking and a panic button; repeat offenders face lifetime bans. Here’s what Thailand riders must know.
GWM is retiring the ORA Good Cat in Thailand to make room for five new EVs and 100+ service centres nationwide—see how the move benefits Thai drivers today.
Ahead of the 8 Feb Thailand election, Pheu Thai’s AI nominee Yodchanan vows economic modernisation, smart-farmer loans and national unity—read the full analysis for Thai voters.
A Bangkok bust uncovered crystal meth inside electronics capacitors. Now electronics shippers face tougher X-ray checks, ID proof and extra paperwork.
Thai troops find fake Singapore police HQ in Cambodia; Thailand plans stricter SIM rules and border checks to shield residents from cross-border scams.
Blocking an ambulance in Chiang Mai can lead to prison, steep fines and insurance denial. Learn Thai road rules, penalties and safety tips expat drivers need.
A Facebook search malfunction pushed porn videos to users typing 'May', exposing Thai minors. DES and NBTC launch probes; see tips for parents to safeguard kids.
Thailand’s new anti-scam system protects residents by letting banks instantly freeze mule bank accounts, send mobile alerts and impose tougher penalties.
Thailand Port Authority's AI and green upgrades aim to cut logistics costs, speed customs clearance and curb emissions—benefiting shippers and consumers.