AMLO freezes assets of iCon Group and four executives for 90 days

13 Sept 14:52 Key points summarised by AI

The Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) froze approximately 125 million baht in assets belonging to the iCon Group and its CEO and three top executives for 90 days.
This action was initiated after the Consumer Protection Division reported suspicions that the online direct marketing company and its executives were engaged in defrauding the public.
The sequestered assets include 11 bank accounts, shares, and digital assets, with AMLO warning that assisting in their concealment could lead to severe money laundering charges.
In response, the cabinet instructed the Royal Thai Police and the Office of the Consumer Protection Board to tighten controls on online retail businesses and educate the public to prevent similar scams.

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.