Thai Digital Economy and Society Ministry to get 2,000 more officers

14 Sept 02:35 Key points summarised by AI

The Digital Economy and Society (DES) Ministry plans to upgrade the Technology Crime Suppression Division (TCSD) into a bureau, significantly increasing its manpower by 2,000 officers over two years to combat rising cybercrime.
DES Minister Chaiwut Thanakamanusorn urged the public to protect personal information, exercise caution with unknown applications, and remain vigilant against online scammers who falsely claim to be officials requesting financial details.

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.