TRUE and AIS win more spectrum licenses in today’s auction

10 Sept 22:58 Key points summarised by AI

TRUE and AIS secured all available spectrum licenses in the 1500MHz, 2100MHz, and 2300MHz bands during Thailand's auction, bidding a combined 41 billion baht with no other participants.
The auction drew criticism from consumer councils and experts who warned that the lack of competition could enable the two telecom giants to control the market, potentially harming consumers.

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.