Personal Data Protection Law comes into force on June 1

23 Sept 06:30 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) officially takes effect on June 1st after a two-year postponement, aiming to safeguard personal data.
The law mandates that entities controlling or processing personal data must obtain explicit consent from owners for data collection, use, or disclosure, and clearly state the purpose.
Data owners gain significant rights, including access, rectification of errors, and the ability to object to, withdraw, or erase their personal information.
Organizations are required to establish robust measures for the secure management and storage of personal data to comply with the new regulations.
Breaches of the PDPA carry severe penalties, including criminal and civil liabilities with fines up to five million baht and potential imprisonment for unauthorized use or disclosure.

Lamphun in a New Light

Today 15:02 Key points summarised by AI

Lamphun illuminates its ancient city with two concurrent light festivals: the high-tech VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN and the traditional Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival.
VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN transforms historic landmarks into an outdoor gallery, using projections and multimedia to animate Lamphun's history, including Queen Chamadevi's story.
The Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival, part of Yi Peng, fills temples and streets with countless traditional lanterns, symbolizing Buddhist devotion and personal wishes.
These festivals offer a unique after-dark experience, blending contemporary light art with centuries-old Lanna traditions, connecting visitors to Lamphun's past and faith.