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AI In-brief 21 Sept 13:32

Tourism boom vs gambling havoc: What’s at stake in Thailand’s casino bet?

Thailand's government pushes the Entertainment Complex Bill to legalize casinos within integrated resorts, aiming to significantly boost tourism and economic growth.
Critics raise alarms over the bill's loopholes, citing a lack of transparency in licensing, unspecified casino sizes or fees, and excessive power granted to a government-led committee.
Opponents fear the unchecked expansion of casinos will fuel gambling addiction, money laundering, and widespread social issues, demanding stronger safeguards, public referendums, and limits on casino numbers.

AI In-brief Today 13:40

Supermarkets across Sweden, Belgium, Luxembourg, Ireland, and Estonia reported widespread freezer and fridge malfunctions due to apparent cyberattacks.
The attacks caused refrigeration systems to overheat, with temperatures soaring to 50 degrees Celsius (122 F), forcing stores to discard spoiled food and limit fresh/frozen product availability.
Major chains like ICA Group, Coop, Delhaize, Carrefour, and SuperValu confirmed impacts, with some incidents quickly resolved, while others experienced temporary disruptions.
These incidents follow a similar pattern to a cyberattack last month in France that targeted older refrigeration systems in hundreds of stores, suggesting a coordinated effort.

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