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Thai police deny use of Pegasus spyware against anti-government elements

13 Sept 13:28 Key points summarised by AI

Thai police vehemently deny allegations of using Pegasus spyware to hack devices of anti-government elements, asserting strict compliance with the law.
A joint report by iLaw, Digital Reach, and Citizen Lab alleges Pegasus spyware targeted Thai dissidents during 2020-21 pro-democracy protests.
Dozens of individuals, including human rights activists and opposition politicians, reportedly received Apple warnings about state-sponsored spyware attacks, later identified as Pegasus.
Amnesty International urges Thai authorities to promptly investigate the matter and amend surveillance laws to align with international human rights standards.

Today 09:24 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand secured a US$200 million loan from the World Bank to significantly invest in clean energy and low-carbon urban development initiatives.
The program aims to drive clean energy funding and low-carbon growth, ensuring a just transition for small and medium-sized enterprises, workers, farmers, and local communities.
Channelled through the Export-Import Bank of Thailand, the loan will fund energy efficiency upgrades in public buildings and industrial areas, including rooftop solar installations and electrical system modernizations, reducing initial capital burdens via Energy Service Companies (ESCOs).