Four “influencers” charged with promoting online gambling

29 Sept 18:35 Key points summarised by AI

Four online influencers were charged by the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) for illegally promoting online gambling applications.
The suspects admitted to accepting payments, ranging from 4,500 to 100,000 baht, for promotional posts in their Line groups, now facing potential penalties of up to two years in prison and/or a 2,000 baht fine.

Thailand secures US$200m World Bank loan for clean energy and low carbon cities

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).