Court rejects claim of bitcoin 'inventor'
LONDON - An Australian computer scientist who claims he invented bitcoin is not the pseudonymous inventor of the cryptocurrency, a judge at London's High Court ruled on Thursday.
Italian-Thai Development faces B108bn debt crunch as overseas projects fail
A cash crunch at Thailand's largest construction company is fuelling concern among investors, regulators and rating agencies already unnerved by a series of local corporate scandals and debt defaults.
Hong Kongers among top spenders on pet care in Asia-Pacific
HONG KONG: Hong Kong's pet industry has seen steady growth over the past few years, with animal owners shelling out close to HK$700,000 (3.2 million baht) on average on care items and services during their pets' lifetime, making them one of the top spenders in this category in the Asia-Pacific region.
China faces 3% GDP loss as heatwaves intensify
More frequent and severe global heatwaves will disrupt future supply chains around the world, a new study has found.
Thailand, US work to renew GSP perks
The US is ready to renew the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) scheme for Thailand that expired in 2020, says Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai.
Smartphone market to see 3% uptick
Thailand's smartphone market is projected to grow 3% in 2024, driven by replacement purchases and advanced technology features, according to a global research firm.
EA restarts expansion of power capacity
Energy Absolute Plc (EA), a renewable energy and electric vehicle (EV) developer and operator, is preparing to expand its power business again after halting new projects to increase electricity generation capacity since 2019.
Centel targets ambitious revenue increase
Central Plaza Hotel (Centel) has allocated capital expenditure of 13-20 billion baht for the next three years, in a bid to double the revenue of its food and hotel business by 2029.
Unease over Japan visa-free policy
Tour operators have allayed public concern over a possible revocation of visa-free privileges granted by Japan as the number of Thais overstaying has soared.
A sneak peek at looming debt balloon
Non-performing loans (NPLs), debt accumulation and stagnant purchasing power have weighed on domestic consumption since last year.