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AI In-brief 13 Sept 14:45

BMA punishes official for faking photo in footpath complaint

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) disciplined an official who digitally altered a photo of an illegally parked motorcycle, falsely showing the issue resolved after a citizen complaint via the 'Traffy Fondue' app.
The deception was exposed by the 'Footpath Thai Style' Facebook page, which compared before-and-after images, leading to widespread criticism and the official's confession to using AI to fake the image.
BMA has now prohibited the use of fake or edited images for complaint resolution and is collaborating with the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) to develop an AI-based system to detect and block fake images on the 'Traffy Fondue' platform.
The BMA re-inspected the location, issued legal proceedings against the offender, and emphasized its commitment to transparency and restoring public trust in its digital complaint system.

AI In-brief Yesterday 15:44

Authorities are investigating two large properties in Pathum Thani linked to celebrity activist Panadda Wongphudee's Do Good Foundation, where massive quantities of donated items, including flood relief supplies, were discovered stockpiled.
The investigation focuses on land ownership, funding sources for the properties' acquisition and construction, and ensuring the management of donated goods aligns with donor intentions.
Reporters found extensive stockpiles of items, some explicitly marked for Southern flood victims, across the two sites, which include warehouses, tents, and residential structures.
Local residents and a relative of a former landowner confirmed Panadda's involvement, with her husband previously managing item drop-offs, though recent activity at the sites has reportedly decreased.
Investigators are continuing to examine land titles, construction permits, and financial backing to ensure all donated items are properly distributed to disaster victims as intended.

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