AI In-brief 27 Sept 12:48

Bangkok flood situation stabilising, unlikely to worsen - expert

Bangkok's flood situation is stabilizing and unlikely to worsen, as heavy rain shifts towards western and lower northern parts of Thailand.
Water levels in areas like Rangsit are expected to fall due to reduced water drainage and intensified pumping efforts by authorities.
The Chao Phraya Dam may gradually increase its discharge rate to manage upstream water, a controlled measure not anticipated to significantly deteriorate Bangkok's situation.
Despite recent heavy rainfall that filled canals and caused overflowing, the overall flood situation in Bangkok is projected to normalize after the weekend.

AI In-brief Today 10:54

Government task force to target AI cyber threats

Thailand's DES Ministry establishes an international public-private task force to combat escalating AI-driven cyber threats, simultaneously issuing urgent security advisories to five critical domestic sectors.
Chaired by the National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA), this new working group will integrate cross-border intelligence sharing and coordinate rapid response protocols for cyber emergencies, following a meeting with major tech and payment platforms.
The initiative responds to a global surge in sophisticated cyberattacks, including 'zero-click' exploits (like suspected Pegasus spyware) and increased device intrusion attempts reported by Apple and Google.
Domestically, the DES Ministry dispatched formal warnings to high-risk sectors—money, capital markets, public health, critical infrastructure, and energy—instructing them to elevate crisis readiness, with contingency plans confirmed by central agencies.