The United States is preparing new export rules that could restrict shipments of high-performance Nvidia AI chips to Thailand and Malaysia, a move that could shake up Southeast Asia’s growing …
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Bank of Thailand Hits the Brakes on Rate Cuts as Uncertainty Looms
Thailand’s central bank held off on another rate cut this week, keeping its benchmark interest rate steady at 1.75% as officials took stock of an economy that’s growing faster than …
Las Vegas in Bangkok? Global Casino Giants Eye Multi-Billion Baht Investment in Thai Entertainment Complexes
Thailand is moving closer to a bold new chapter in its tourism and investment landscape, as the government signals support for multi-billion-baht entertainment complexes that may include regulated casinos — …
Cisco has introduced a series of technology advancements aimed at supporting secure AI adoption across businesses. The announcements were made during Cisco Live 2025 and reflect the company’s focus on …
Thailand To Shut Down Five Major Crypto Exchanges to Combat Money Laundering
Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced a sweeping ban on five prominent cryptocurrency exchanges—Bybit, OKX, CoinEx, XT.COM, and 1000X—for operating without proper authorization. The ban will take effect …
Bangkok’s Taxi Problem Isn’t Going Away — and Tourists Are Taking Notice
Bangkok’s taxis are back in the spotlight — for all the wrong reasons. As Thailand works to rebuild its tourism industry, a familiar problem is re-emerging: rigged fares, dodgy routes, …
Bangkok Set to Host 2025 Global Digital Currency Event
The Digital Currency Conference 2025 is scheduled for 28–29 May at The Athenee Hotel Bangkok. Over 400 delegates from more than 60 central banks, state agencies, and private firms will …
Microsoft Cuts 6,000 Jobs Globally in AI Restructure — Impact Felt Across Asia, Including Thailand
Microsoft has begun laying off approximately 6,000 employees worldwide as part of a major strategic shift toward artificial intelligence. The global job cuts, which started earlier this month, affect nearly …
U.S. and China Strike Temporary Tariff Truce, Easing Global Market Fears
In a major development that could reshape global trade dynamics, the United States and China have agreed to a 90-day ceasefire in their escalating tariff war. As reported by The …
Starting a business in Thailand is an exciting prospect for many foreign entrepreneurs, but navigating the legal landscape can seem daunting. If you’re a foreigner looking to set up a …