NIDA Poll finds weak confidence in EC’s ability to punish fraud

13 Sept 08:16 Key points summarised by AI

A recent NIDA poll indicates that a majority of voters who suspect election fraud doubt the Election Commission's (EC) ability to effectively punish offenders.
Specifically, 58.28% of respondents who believed fraud occurred or might have occurred expressed low confidence in the EC's enforcement capabilities.
Despite this skepticism regarding enforcement, over 60% of voters reported moderate to high satisfaction with the EC's overall management and organization of the general election.
The survey highlights a persistent public concern over the EC's power to address electoral misconduct, contrasting with general satisfaction concerning election logistics.

Application for ‘Nene Royal’ trademark withdrawn

Yesterday 18:24 Key points summarised by AI

A third-party application for "NENE" and "NENE ROYAL" trademarks was officially withdrawn, resolving a high-profile dispute over the Thai pop artist's name.
Black Lotus Global LLC, managing Nene Royal's rights, has legitimate trademark applications for various categories under fast-track processing, with final approval anticipated by February 2027.
The Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) monitors international trademark filings to protect Thai creators and advises early registration to prevent unauthorized third-party claims, noting a "NENE" trademark already registered in South Korea.