Amazon eyes cryptocurrency but not poised for Bitcoin

13 Sept 12:25 Key points summarised by AI

Amazon denied a report stating it would begin accepting Bitcoin payments by the end of this year, calling the information "fabricated."
Despite the denial, Amazon confirmed its strong interest in the cryptocurrency sector, actively exploring how new digital payment technologies could integrate with its platform.
The e-commerce giant expressed a commitment to leveraging new technologies for modern, fast, and inexpensive payments to benefit its customers.
Speculation surrounding Amazon's potential move into cryptocurrency briefly caused values to climb, with Bitcoin temporarily surging above $40,000.

New home loan scheme aims to boost property sector with Bt125 billion

20 Oct 11:38 Key points summarised by AI

The Cabinet approved a new Bt50-billion 'A House for Each PLUS' home loan scheme from the Government Housing Bank, offering up to Bt3 million with 40-year repayment terms for low- and middle-income earners.
This initiative aims to significantly boost the property sector and national economy, projecting to generate Bt125 billion in economic activity and create jobs.