Komsan Tortermvasana

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DES Ministry wins budget hike for fiscal 2026

4 days ago | bangkokpost.com | Komsan Tortermvasana

PUBLISHED : 3 Jun 2025 at 05:16 Listen to this article Play Pause A component of the spending from the DES Ministry's budget will focus on fostering cybersecurity. The Digital Economy and Society (DES) Ministry has been allocated a budget for fiscal 2026 of 10.2 billion baht, an increase of 618 million from 9.6 billion for fiscal 2025.
Massive leap in data leaks reported in Thailand

1 week ago | bangkokpost.com | Komsan Tortermvasana

Cyber agency attributes surge to use of pirated software TECH PUBLISHED : 30 May 2025 at 18:58 Listen to this article The National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) says it identified data leaks comprising 5 million usernames and passwords this year in Thailand, an astronomical spike from just 80,000 last year, attributed to the use of pirated software by individuals and organisations. The use of illegal software exposes organisations and individuals to cyber-attacks and the theft of individual...
Pledge to pursue regional AI hub status restated by ministry

1 week ago | bangkokpost.com | Komsan Tortermvasana

PUBLISHED : 30 May 2025 at 03:30 The Digital Economy and Society (DES) Ministry has reaffirmed its commitment to position Thailand as Southeast Asia's digital and artificial intelligence (AI) hub by 2027. Thailand's growing digital economy is projected to expand by 7.3% this year, said DES Minister Prasert Jantararuangtong.
Spectrum licence auction lures only two bidders

1 week ago | bangkokpost.com | Komsan Tortermvasana

PUBLISHED : 30 May 2025 at 03:30 Listen to this article Play Pause NBTC commissioner Somphop Purivigraipong, centre, talks to the press after receiving bid applications. True Corporation and Advanced Info Service (AIS) have emerged as the only two companies to participate in the mobile spectrum licence auction. A telecom industry source who requested anonymity said each company proposed to bid for the 2100-megahertz and 2300MHz bands.
National data bank to handle info collection

1 week ago | bangkokpost.com | Komsan Tortermvasana

Mechanism to collate Thailand's big data Ms Tiranee says BDI aims to transform data into a powerful tool for policymaking. The Big Data Institute (BDI) and the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) have jointly established a national data bank as a central mechanism for secure and transparent collection, management and access to Thailand's big data.
NBTC demands new report on future of broadcasting

1 week ago | bangkokpost.com | Komsan Tortermvasana

PUBLISHED : 29 May 2025 at 05:12 The NBTC board assigned management to issue a clearer conclusion within 60 days for a study on the future of broadcasting. The board of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has told management to issue a clearer conclusion within 60 days for a study on the future of broadcasting. On Wednesday, the NBTC board acknowledged the results of the study, but did not make a final resolution on it.
Digital skills push to grow game sector

1 week ago | bangkokpost.com | Komsan Tortermvasana

Demand for digital talent has increased PUBLISHED : 27 May 2025 at 03:30 The Digital Economy and Society Ministry has joined forces with the National Soft Power Development Committee and partners to accelerate the development of skilled talent for Thailand's digital content industry and push the content towards global markets.
PromptSphere to improve Thai AI training standards

2 weeks ago | bangkokpost.com | Komsan Tortermvasana

PUBLISHED : 23 May 2025 at 03:30 Listen to this article Play Pause True Digital Academy (TDA) has introduced PromptSphere, a comprehensive learning model driven by artificial intelligence (AI), to pave the way for new careers and businesses for Thais. PromptSphere, an AI-led learning ecosystem, allows hybrid learning customised for individuals and organisations to deal with the shortage of AI-skilled workers, according to TDA.
TAT, AIS team up on domestic travel drive

2 weeks ago | bangkokpost.com | Komsan Tortermvasana

Focuses on key cities, emerging hotspots PUBLISHED : 23 May 2025 at 05:18 Ms Thapanee, left, and Mr Somchai launch the Sukjai Travel Thailand – Aunjai Everywhere campaign. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has partnered with Advanced Info Service (AIS) to launch the Sukjai Travel Thailand – Aunjai Everywhere campaign, aiming to spark a new wave of domestic tourism this year.
TV warning system set to go live after successful test

2 weeks ago | bangkokpost.com | Komsan Tortermvasana

PUBLISHED : 22 May 2025 at 05:48 Listen to this article Play Pause The Royal Thai Army Radio and Television Station (RTA) and the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) working panel recently tested an emergency warning system on a virtual terrestrial TV broadcasting network on a closed system basis. They said the trial was successful, with the system to be used on a real TV broadcasting network in the near future.