Thailand Financial News
10.06 / 13:55
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SynergyLabs Accelerator Program: Empowering Web3 Projects in Thailand
The SynergyLabs Accelerator Program, the first Web3 ICP accelerator in Thailand, is uniquely designed to provide comprehensive support to blockchain projects across all stages of maturity. Its two-phase structure ensures that projects of varying ambition levels receive the right mix of guidance and resources to thrive.
10.06 / 10:27
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Bitcoin Price Prediction as US-Saudi Petrodollar Deal Ends – Will BTC Play a Role?
The recent termination of the US-Saudi petrodollar agreement marks a turning point that could significantly influence Bitcoin’s financial trajectory. This development disrupts a decades-long economic standard and introduces the potential for increased currency diversification globally.
10.06 / 05:17
CBDC
Saudi Arabia Joins mBridge Initiative for Cross-Border CBDC Payments
Saudi Arabia has joined the mBridge project to enhance cross-border payments using central bank digital currencies (CBDCs).
05.06 / 10:47
Blockchain
Ethereum
Digital
Platform
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stage
innovations
Bank-backed DLT-based CBDC platform Project MBridge reaches MVP stage
The project aims to explore a multi-central bank digital currency (CBDC) platform shared among participating central banks and commercial banks, built on distributed ledger technology (DLT) to enable instant cross-border payments and settlement. It is the result of extensive collaboration starting in 2021 between the BIS Innovation Hub, the Bank of Thailand, the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates, the Digital Currency Institute of the People's Bank of China and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority.
05.06 / 08:25
markets
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Goldman-backed Starling says no plans to pursue EU bank license, expansion to come from software
AMSTERDAM — Digital bank Starling will not re-apply for a European Union banking license and instead pursue international expansion through its software business, the incoming CEO said, in a diverging approach to overseas growth from some of its rivals.
05.06 / 08:01
markets
Election
Moodys
stage
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Modi govt's fiscal consolidation pace post-Covid worse than peers? Moody's report flags weaker fiscal, debt metrics
Moody's rating agency has highlighted that India's fiscal consolidation pace post-Covid has underperformed compared to its peers, including emerging markets in the Asia-Pacific region.
05.06 / 05:55
Myanmar
country
Relationships
International
Mint Explainer: BJP's third term - coalition politics and India's foreign policy
BJP, having secured more than 272 seats on its own in both 2014 and 2019, was not concerned with political stability. However, in his first speech after the results on Tuesday, Modi emphasized that India would continue to look outward, seeking to integrate into global value chains and assist countries in need. For the world, Modi is someone they have engaged with for the past decade, someone they have done business with and hence predictable to work with.
05.06 / 02:35
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FIVE
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wellness
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market volatility
Political, market volatility spice markets up
Investor sentiment is fragile as Asian markets reach the mid-point of the week, with bubbling angst and political volatility across the emerging world compounding deepening concern over U.S. and global economic growth. Indian assets, in particular, have been on a wild ride this week in response to the country's general election result, a strong safety bid is driving the Japanese yen higher, and regional stocks are now down four out of the last five days.
04.06 / 13:51
Spot ETFs
Thailand SEC
Thailand’s One Asset Management Receives Approval to Launch Country’s First Crypto ETF
Thailand’s financial landscape is taking a significant step forward as One Asset Management (ONEAM) becomes the first company to launch an exchange-traded fund (ETF) in the country that offers exposure to cryptocurrencies.
04.06 / 12:43
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IATA boss warns foreign airlines may quit India if taxation issues are not sorted
India doesn’t address concern over taxation, the chief of IATA warned on Tuesday.
04.06 / 12:43
Cooper
Election
country
voice
Relationships
US Pentagon chief visits Cambodia to boost ties with China ally
Lloyd Austin visited Cambodia on Tuesday in an effort to reset ties with the staunch China ally.
02.06 / 10:19
31.05 / 16:05
Sony
Features
Videos
Realme GT 6 India launch date teased: Expected specs, price and all you need to know
Realme GT 6 could be launched in India, Italy, Indonesia, Spain, Thailand, Malaysia, Mexico, Philippines, Brazil, Poland, Turkey and Saudi Arabia next month.While Realme hasn't officially revealed the price or any other details of the Realme GT 6 smartphone, a look at the price specs of the Realme GT Neo 6 could give us an idea about the price of the upcoming smartphone in India. Realme GT 6 Neo was priced at CNY 2,099 (approximately ₹24,200) for the 12 GB RAM/256GB storage variant and CNY 2,399 (approximately ₹27,500) for the 16GB RAM/256GB storage variant.
31.05 / 13:31
Provident
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Features
Best electric massage chairs: Discover the top 6 options for relaxation and stress relief at home
What are buyers saying on Amazon?Buyers praise its quality, comfort, performance, and ease of installation. They appreciate its rich appearance and effective neck and back massage.Why choose this product?Choose for its quality, comfort, performance, rich appearance, effective massage, and value for money.The HCI eGenki Full Body Massage Chair offers a luxurious and advanced massage experience.
31.05 / 12:39
UPS
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stars
Videos
China’s Panda diplomacy tested as fight erupts over Fu Bao
SEOUL—China’s panda diplomacy isn’t looking so cuddly all of a sudden. Beijing is accused of mistreating Fu Bao, a recently returned female panda from South Korea. The 4-year-old panda has a following in South Korea akin to a pop star, with merchandise, online fan groups and even birthday billboards.
30.05 / 10:09
29.05 / 11:45
Reuters
Airlines
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wellness
travelers
Investigations
International
Singapore Airlines flight that hit deadly turbulence fell 178 feet in 4.6 seconds
A Singapore Airlines flight makes an emergency landing after reported extreme turbulence and one passenger dead. (Credit: Viral Press)
29.05 / 03:51
UPS
Monarch
Monarchy
hospital
Investigations
Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra will be indicted for royal defamation, prosecutors say
prosecutors said Wednesday former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra will be indicted for defaming the monarchy, three months after he was freed on parole on other charges. Thaksin will not yet be indicted because he had filed a request to postpone his original appointment on Wednesday with proof that he has COVID-19, Prayuth Bejraguna, a spokesperson for the Office of the Attorney General, said at a news conference.
28.05 / 21:41
CBDC
Central Bank
Cambodia’s Central Bank Governor Believes Digital Currency Will Boost Fiat Use: Here’s Why
Central Bank Governor Chea Serey revealed On May 28 that the Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) Bakong could increase the adoption of Cambodia’s Riel currency by facilitating cross-border QR payments.
27.05 / 14:45
Celebrity
reports
Videos
place
Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant second pre-wedding celebrations to take place in Italy | 8 points
ALSO READ: Mukesh Ambani & Nita Ambani to host Anant-Radhika's 2nd pre-wedding bash? Check the date, venue and guest list hereEarlier, celebrities like Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, Salman Khan, MS Dhoni, and others were seen at Mumbai's private airport on Monday. They would be the guests at a a luxury cruise that will embark on a picturesque 4,380-kilometre journey from Italy to the South of France and back, reported Hindustan Times.ALSO READ: Bill Gates congratulates Anant Ambani, Radhika Merchant, says Jamnagar pre-wedding event gave him excuse to...1) The second pre-wedding celebrations of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant will take place in Italy between 28 May to 1 June.2) Around 800 guests will mark the presence in the a luxury cruise liner, reported Deccan Chronicle.3) The luxury cruise in Europe will sail for a picturesque 4,380 kilometre journey from Italy to the South of France and back.4) The celebration will start with a welcome lunch, followed by a 'Starry Night'- themed evening gala on 29 May.ALSO READ: Video: Mark Zuckerberg gets impressed with Anant Ambani’s Richard Mille watch; wife Priscilla Chan says, ‘Want that’5) The guests will land in Rome for a tourist day out on 31 May and they will land in Cannes for a masquerade bash on 31 May.
27.05 / 12:23
COST
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Booking
Bill
country
travelers
Oh, the places you’ll go—with a strong dollar in tow
With the dollar on the rise, American tourists can outspend the locals in some of the world’s top travel spots. Visitors to Asia, South America and Eastern Europe are upgrading their accommodations and enjoying fine dining at prices that can’t be matched back home. The strong dollar, bolstered by high interest rates and a strong economy, allows those who normally scour for budget deals to feel rich enough to reserve tables at Michelin-recommended restaurants.
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