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Elon Musk has half a trillion in the bank, this is what he spends it on
Elon Musk has some big expenses (Picture: Getty / EPA / Reuters) In a world where famine has been declared in Gaza and British families are set to be £1,400-a-year poorer by 2030, we have history’s first ever half-trillionaire. Business titan Elon...

Thailand gründet Spezialeinheit gegen Scheinfirmen und Strohmänner
DBD-Generaldirektor Poonpong Naiyanapakorn leitet die erste Sitzung des Komitees zur Bekämpfung illegaler Geschäftstätigkeiten, bei der Strategien und Maßnahmen gegen Scheinfirmen vorgestellt wurden. PATTAYA, Thailand – Das Department of Business...

Thailand approves high-tech fence to curb cross-border crime
Public support and funding boost The government has affirmed that budget constraints will not hinder the project’s progress. The Hathaithip Fund, which has raised over 100 million baht, reflects strong public backing for the border security...

How growth markets are redefining the global economy
For decades, development has been measured almost exclusively through gross domestic product and other macroeconomic indicators. Using these metrics, the world economy delivered rising growth rates, expanding infrastructure and global integration....

Thailand Will Extend Its ETF Offering Beyond Bitcoin, Says Regulator: Bloomberg
Thailand's market regulator says the country is working on expanding its exchange-traded funds (ETFs) plans beyond bitcoin BTC$111,480.33, Bloomberg reported on Thursday. The country's Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will allow local...

Paetongtarn: Pheu Thai can bounce back
PUBLISHED : 3 Oct 2025 at 17:40 Former prime minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has expressed confidence that the Pheu Thai Party will regain power, while reaffirming its core mission of serving the people. The party on Friday released a 23-minute...

Thailand’s 2026 Budget, Explained
Amidst a backdrop of sluggish economic growth and political turnover, legislators in Thailand recently passed the 2026 budget, giving us a window into the country’s fiscal condition and how it plans to try and revive growth in the year ahead. At...

Thailand’s Export Growth Slumps Amid Impact of US Tariffs
Thailand’s August exports grew 5.8%, the slowest in nearly a year, due to a stronger baht and U.S. tariffs. The ministry maintains a 2-3% export growth forecast for 2023. Officials remain cautious, citing global economic uncertainties and...

Thai SEC to expand Crypto ETFs beyond Bitcoin
The Thai SEC want to open the market up to exchange-traded funds backed by other digital assets outside of the typical Bitcoin ETF that exists in the market. Summary Thai SEC is drafting new rules to allow Crypto ETFs beyond Bitcoin, aiming to...
Malaysia named Asean’s star performer, top trade hub in Standard Chartered survey
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 — Malaysia has been ranked as the top market of choice for global corporates in the South-east Asia region, according to Standard Chartered’s latest survey. The report titled “Future of Trade: Resilience”, revealed Malaysia as...

BTS Group Identifies Three Key Pillars for Sustainable Transport in Thailand
The operator of Bangkok’s Skytrain, BTS Group Holdings, has identified three critical factors necessary to make electric rail the backbone of the nation’s transport system and help Thailand achieve its Net Zero emissions target possibly earlier...

“Show me what you’ve got” - Jaosuayai dares Akif Guluzada to stand and trade in an exciting fight
Fifth-ranked flyweight Muay Thai contender Jaosuayai Mor Krungthepthonburi of Thailand dares Akif Guluzada to walk the talk and trade fire with him. A pivotal flyweight Muay Thai showdown with ranking implications goes down this Friday at ONE...

Portuguese Fugitive Wanted for €500 Million Scam Arrested in Bangkok
BANGKOK — A 39-year-old Portuguese national suspected of orchestrating cryptocurrency and credit card fraud worth €500 million ($586 million or approximately 19 billion baht) has been arrested at a luxury shopping mall in Bangkok. The suspect,...

Energy Minister plans new committee to drive Thailand’s Net Zero goals and Power Development Plan
Auttapol also mentioned that the government’s tax relief measures for household solar installations, capped at 200,000 baht per household with a target of 90,000 households, will proceed despite some legal challenges. “The appointment of the...

Malaysian touted as Asean star performer, global business hub, says StanCrt
SOUTH-EAST ASIA (Bernama): Malaysia has been ranked as the top market of choice for global corporates in the South-East Asia region, according to Standard Chartered’s latest survey. The report titled "Future of Trade: Resilience”, revealed...

Pakistan latest currency exchange rates – October 3, 2025
The National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) on Friday issued updated buying and selling rates for major foreign currencies, reflecting the latest market movements. The US dollar was quoted at Rs283.06 for selling and Rs280.03 for buying in the open...
Malaysia Touted As Asean Star Performer, Global Business Hub — Stanchart
By Zarul Effendi Razali KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has been ranked as the top market of choice for global corporates in the Southeast Asia region, according to Standard Chartered’s latest survey. The report titled “Future of Trade:...

Japan’s Miura doubles down on SE Asia with Thai, Philippine alliances
Japanese law firm Miura & Partners has continued on its ambitious global expansion strategy after inking alliances with two Southeast Asian outfits: Kudun and Partners in Thailand and Feria Tantoco Daos in the Philippines. The new alliances mean...

Businesses already raising prices in anticipation of tariff impacts
Wisconsin businesses have already started raising their prices in anticipation of tariffs driving import costs, experts told an audience in Ripon. The comments came during a Ripon College Center for Politics and the People panel discussion. Ken...
"MUAYTHAI Power for All in Malaysia" Achieves Outstanding Success Reinforcing Thai Soft Power and Driving Muaythai onto the Global Stage
BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 3 October 2025 - The Professional Boxing Association of Thailand, in collaboration with the Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT) and the National Sports Development Fund (NSDF), continues to advance...