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Shopee collaborates with Viroj Tangvanich to share Chinese New Year guide

February 14, 2018, 8:37 am
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Do’s and Don’ts to bring good luck throughout the year
BANGKOK, 13 FEB 2018 – Chinese new year is steeped in rich history with many traditions being observed to bring in good luck and prosperity. Also known as Spring festival, it is the beginning of planting season in the ancient Chinese history. It has been the most important festival of the year for Chinese people as well as being widely celebrated in Thailand.

With Chinese New Year arriving on 16 February, Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, collaborates with with Viroj Tangvanich, the well-known Chinese specialized guru, to put together a Chinese New Year guide in preparation for the upcoming festive celebration. This guide will take you through some important facts to understand about the traditional ways to celebrate, and things to avoid during this festive period.

1. Pray to the gods - the first day of Chinese new year marks the welcoming of the gods of the heavens and earth. Be thankful for all the things that life has to offer. Paying tribute to the gods will also lead you to the abundance of happiness and good cheer all year round.
2. Honor your ancestors - honoring the family’s ancestors was considered the most important element of the celebration. They were recognized as the foundation of the fortune and were remembered with prayer and offerings. Show gratitude and respect for what your ancestors have done for you, such as bowing to a shrine dedicated to them or offering them food and drink as a sacrifice.
3. Reunite with your families - the family reunion dinner is one of the highlights of the Chinese new year celebration on the eve of the new year which falls on 15 February this year. Do get together and have a traditional fish ball soup as its round shape represents the family unity.
4. Mind your language - no foul language and certainly no unlucky words since new year’s eve onwards because it sets a precedent for the rest of the year. Keep talking nicely to each other brings you the good luck.
5. Don’t clean your home on Post-New Year – Sweeping or dusting should not be done in Chinese new year for fear that good fortune will be swept away. The entire house should be clean before the day arrives.
6. Needle work should not be done - keep the sewing activity for later as there is symbolism attached to bad fortune.
7. Avoid using sharp objects - The use of knives and scissors is to be avoided for any accident, whether harming a person or tool, is thought to lead to inauspicious things, broken relationships and the depletion of wealth in the coming year.
8. Don’t do the laundry - do away with washing clothes to avoid working hard on the new year as well as avoid offending Chinese god, whose birthday falls on the first and second day of the lunar calendar.
Apart from following the guide to improve your luck throughout this year, enjoy Chinese new year celebration with your loved ones and don’t forget to splurge your angpao wisely at Shopee. From 15 - 19 February, Shopee will be welcoming the Chinese new year with special product collections curated across various product categories starting from 88 Baht to serve all you need in this new year. Shoppers can also get 8% cash back at every 100 Baht purchase in a form of Shopee coin during this period.

For more information, visit https://shopee.co.th/CNYSpecialDeals from 15 February onwards.

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About Shopee
Shopee is the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan. It is a platform tailored for the region, providing customers with an easy, secure and fast online shopping experience through strong payment and logistical support. Shopee aims to continually enhance its platform and become the region’s e-commerce destination of choice.

Shopee has a wide selection of product categories ranging from consumer electronics to home & living, health & beauty, baby & toys, fashion and fitness equipment.

Shopee, a Sea company, was first launched in Singapore in 2015, and has since expanded its reach to Malaysia, Thailand, Taiwan, Indonesia, Vietnam and the Philippines. Sea is a leader in digital entertainment, e-commerce and digital financial services across Greater Southeast Asia. Sea's mission is to better the lives of consumers and small businesses with technology, and is listed on the NYSE under the symbol SE.
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dtac affirms customers’ digital experiences by launching ‘Xiang Xiem SIM’ with the best offer of 4G smartphones in Thailand Mobile Expo 2018

February 15, 2018, 3:48 am
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February 15, 2018 – dtac affirms customers’ great digital experiences in the “Thailand Mobile Expo 2018” by launching ‘Xiang Xiem SIM’, a fortuneteller machine for lucky number lovers who seek exceptional mobile numbers to bring happiness and prosperity to their lives. These numbers are selected and guaranteed by Master Chang, Todsaporn Sritula.The campaign comes with the smartphone promotion up to 13,000 THB discount and the 0% interest for up to 24 months for smartphone purchase and service fee, including two great offers for new SIM registration, the ‘Go No Limit’ and ‘Super Non Stop’ packages. The ‘Go No Limit’ package offers unlimited internet access with no speed drop and unlimited call to dtac numbers, while the ‘Super Non Stop’ package provides non-stop internet access with unused internet being rolled over to the next month. 
Mr. Roj Dachodomphan, Vice President, Head of Postpaid Division, Total Access Communication PLC or dtac, said: “The year 2017 was an important year for dtac as dtac went ahead the counterparts by introducing digital technology to customers. More than half of dtac customers made their payments online via dtac app. We also had an Q&A chatbot that met the customers’ needs up to 30%. We plan to serve customers with easy and friendly digital services in the year of 2018 with the main strategies of: 1. Best Value – To give customers the best value for money that they pay for our products and services; 2. Digital Leader – To become a digital brand of Thailand by introducing digital experience to customers through a variety of channels. For example, we have a ‘Go No Limit’ package that meets customers’ digital lifestyle or a dtac Call app that unites various dtac numbers being active on the same phone. Thus, we offer great value promotions to customers at the “Thailand Mobile Expo 2018”.
Exclusive offers at dtac booth
·         Free 72GB (6GB for 12 months) internet access when registering a new SIM with Super Non-Stop package starting at 599 THB.
·         Special promotion for switch-to-dtac customers (MNP): Get 50% discount with share package subscribing and receive up to 13,000 THB extra discount on smartphone purchase.
·         With smartphone purchase at the expo, receive free gift worth up to 1,990 THB such as Paul Frank speaker, cylindrical speaker, dtac backpack, camera tripod from Huawei, or LINE power bank.
·         New SIM registration during Chinese New Year with a lucky number by Master Chang to match your zodiac, package starting at 499 THB with 6-month contract.
·         On Saturday, February 17, Master Chang Sritula will give advice on how to  choose lucky numbers to match your zodiac.
·         See the first ever fortuneteller machine in Thailand. A machine helps you find the right lucky number by Master Chang. Only filling out your birthday, a machine will pick the number that suits you the best, including your future prediction in this year.
Special discounts on iPhone
·         iPhone X with discount up to 11,500 THB. Special offer only for the expo, with new SIM registration, receive a Platinum Number 0XX-XXX-9999 worth 70,000 THB for free (50 numbers per day), when subscribing to the required postpaid package starting at 1,499 THB with advance payment.
·         4 Days only for special discounts on iPhone
§  iPhone8 256GB with discount up to 13,000 THB (from 35,000 THB to 22,000 THB) when subscribing to the required postpaid package with advance payment.
§  iPhoneX 64GB with discount up to 11,500 THB (from 41,000 THB to 29,500 THB) when subscribing to the required postpaid package with advance payment.
§  iPhoneX 256GB with discount up to 11,500 THB (from 47,000 THB to 35,500 THB) when subscribing to the required postpaid package with advance payment.

Very special offer!!! Customers can find the same iPhone promotions as ones of Thailand Mobile Expo at dtac Halls and dtac centers for 4 days only.

Special discounts on popular smartphones
Offer only at the expo when registering for a new SIM
§  Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime with discount over 70%, now at 1,990 THB (from 7,900 THB retail price) when subscribing to the postpaid package starting at 599 THB.
§  Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 with discount over 50%, now at 6,490 THB (from 13,490 THB retail price) when subscribing to the postpaid package starting at 599 THB.
§  Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 with discount over 40%, now at 8,490 THB (from 13,490 THB retail price) when subscribing to the postpaid package starting at 599 THB.
§  Huawei P9 with discount over 60%, now at 5,490 THB (from 13,900 THB retail price) when subscribing to the postpaid package starting at 599 THB.
§  Huawei P9 Plus with discount over 40%, now at 8,490 THB (from 16,900 THB retail price) when subscribing to the postpaid package starting at 599 THB.
§  Huawei GR5 2017 32GB with discount over 50%, now at 2,990 THB (from 6,990 THB retail price) when subscribing to the postpaid package starting at 599 THB.

Special discounts on iPhone
No subscribing required. No advance service fee payment with the 0% interest for up to 24 months for purchases made only at the expo.
iPhone 6S Plus 32GB now at 19,300 THB from 22,500 THB retail price.
iPhone 8 64GB now at 27,000 THB from 29,000 THB retail price.
iPhone 8 256GB now at 33,000 THB from 35,000 THB retail price.
iPhone 8 Plus 64GB now at 31,000 THB from 33,000 THB retail price.
iPhone 8 256GB now at 37,000 THB from 39,000 THB retail price.
iPhone X 64GB now at 38,500 THB from 4,000 THB retail price.
iPhone X 256GB now at 44,500 THB from 47,000 THB retail price.
Find popular smartphones with great deals and special events at dtac booth in the Thailand Mobile Expo 2018, from February 15 to February 18, 2018, 10:00 – 20:00 hours, at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center.
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Aruba Achieves Cybersecurity First with Common Criteria Certification for Network Access Control Solutions

February 19, 2018, 1:00 am
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New Common Criteria Certification for Aruba ClearPass Increases Cyber Protection Assurances
for Global Government Agencies and Private-Sector Enterprises
Thailand, 19 Feb 2018 – Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company (NYSE:HPE), today announced that Aruba ClearPass is the first in the cybersecurity industry to be awarded Common Criteria certification for a network access control (NAC) solution, under both the Network Device collaborative Protection Profile1 and the Extended Package for Authentication Servers2 modules. ClearPass is also the industry’s first NAC solution to receive certification as an authentication server.
With this advanced Common Criteria certification, governed by ISO/IEC standards bodies and awarded by the National Information Assurance Partnership (NIAP), Aruba ClearPass was validated through an independent testing laboratory to ensure it adheres to strict government and defense cybersecurity standards. ClearPass empowers Information Technology teams with the ability to intelligently profile, authenticate, and authorize users, systems, and devices to access network and IT resources. ClearPass allows government agencies and private organizations to rely on Common Criteria certification as assurance for providing a global, independent, and certifiable cybersecurity baseline.
Mobile, cloud, and IoT have imposed new demands on cybersecurity professionals. Aruba ClearPass is designed for this new era of threats and it was awarded Common Criteria certification for the Network Device Collaborative Protection Profile after completing tests focused on a set of demanding security requirements that mitigate a series of well-defined threats. Tests replicate real-world threat situations covering all aspects of access control including encryption, physical security, certificate validation, and processing, along with TLS/SSL processing. NDcPP represents a security baseline for any network-connected device or system.
As an important complement to NDcPP, Aruba ClearPass received Common Criteria certification for the Extended Package for Authentication Servers module. This extended package assesses functionality specific to RADIUS authentication servers, and qualifies ClearPass to appear on the approved product list for the US National Security Agency’s Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC) program. US government customers deploying classified communications systems under the CSfC program may use ClearPass to securely authenticate user and device access over wired, Wi-Fi, and remote connections.
Aruba’s certification was granted by the NIAP, which is a United States government initiative that oversees a national program to evaluate commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) information technology (IT) products for conformance to the internationally recognized Common Criteria security testing standards.Tests were performed by Gossamer Security Solutions, one of the world’s most renowned security testing laboratories.
Common Criteria is a global standard to which security products are evaluated on behalf of both government agencies and private sector organizations who are focused on dealing with an increasingly complex and dangerous threat environment. Certifications are universally recognized by 28 nations and products certified in one country are recognized by all other countries. NIAP also works with NATO and international standards bodies (ISO) to share Common Criteria evaluation experiences and increase efficiencies by avoiding the duplication of efforts. To learn more, visit the NIAP portal.
“Common Criteria validation provides the highest level of security certification an organization can receive, which elevates Aruba network access control to new levels,” said Jon Green, CTO for Security at Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company. “Securing enterprises for the mobile, cloud, and IoT era has never been this challenging. The certification demonstrates Aruba’s commitment to providing customers with the industry’s most secure solutions for multi-vendor, wired, and Wi-Fi network infrastructures, even if it’s not an Aruba network.”
“Government agencies and enterprise organizations alike continue to seek clarity through the chaos caused by the increasingly complex and sophisticated threat landscape,” said Bill Buckalew, vice president of partner sales for Optiv, a Denver-based market-leading provider of end-to-end cybersecurity solutions. “We are pleased Aruba was first to receive certification status for such a well-established security standard like Common Criteria. Efforts like this from our key technology partners, such as Aruba, play an important role in enabling Optiv to perform comprehensive security optimization—from strategy and planning straight through to implementation and management—for our clients.”
About ClearPass
Aruba ClearPass is a proven network access control and policy management cybersecurity solution that can discover, profile, authenticate, and authorize any network access, on wired or wireless networks, including for BYOD and IoT devices. Its position as network gatekeeper enables both secure network access as well as accelerated attack response. It can be integrated with the Aruba IntroSpect UEBA behavioral analytics solution and can also be deployed on any vendor’s network.
Availability
Sold as a stand-alone appliance or as software only, ClearPass with the new CC certification is available now.
About Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company
Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company, is a leading provider of next-generation networking solutions for enterprises of all sizes worldwide. The company delivers IT and cybersecurity solutions that empower organizations to serve the latest generation of mobile-savvy users who rely on cloud-based business apps for every aspect of their work and personal lives.
To learn more, visit Aruba at http://www.arubanetworks.com. For real-time news updates follow Aruba on Twitter and Facebook, and for the latest technical discussions on mobility and Aruba products visit Airheads Social at http://community.arubanetworks.com.


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Techsauce Global Summit 2018 scheduled on June 22-23, bringing global tech leaders together to Bangkok.

February 22, 2018, 12:30 am
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Techsauce Media Co, Thailand’s leading technology-oriented content provider, announced on February 22, 2018 that it will host its third annual international technology conference on June 22 and 23, 2018. The event is considered Southeast Asia’s biggest technology conference, aimed at connecting tech ecosystems in the region together with a range of global tech players, such as Techstars, to share their experience. It also highlights the key trends –AgTech, FoodTech, HealthTech, Living Tech and EnergyTech – which will help support better life and create social impact.
Chief executive and co-founder Oranuch Lerdsuwankij said its third edition will take place at Centara Grand at Central World. The Summit is aimed at raising the bar for technology ecosystems across Thailand and the countries in Southeast Asia. Knowledge sharing and networking among entrepreneurs, investors and stakeholders in the event are expected to bring tangible changes into the industry.
More than 200 key speakers around the world, ranging from CEOs, investors and technology specialists will attend the event to share their thoughts and experiences. For instance, David Brown, co-founder of Techstars, the world’s leading accelerator house, Joseph Lubin, co-founder of Ethereum, the world’s hottest Cryptocurrency exchange platform and Mike Peng from IDEO Tokyo.
This year, Techsauce Global Summit is overwhelmingly sponsored by Thailand’s leading corporations, of which Siri Ventures Co, True Digital Park, PTT Plc, Advance Info Service Plc, Line Company (Thailand), dtac accelerate, Digital Ventures Co by SCB, Muang Thai Insurance Plc, AddVentures by SCG and Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB), etc.
Ms.Oranuch said: “This year we want to see the extensive use of technology in other industries, particularly in food and agriculture sector, where Thailand plays a crucial role in the global stage. A huge chunk of Thai population is in the sector. Food and agriculture technology (FoodTech and AgTech) will make radical changes by adding more value into commodity products, generating more revenue and make a better life eventually.
In addition, health, wellness and energy should be empowered by technology, which will lift the quality of life and make positive social impact.

“Bringing the extensive use of technology into people’s lives is very essential, which will bridge the gap in the society and help develop the country to the next level. AgTech, FoodTech or HealthTech need to be focused on as we have seen in many countries, where they held very specific tech fairs,” said Ms.Oranuch.

Techsauce Global Summit 2018 has a total of 10 stages, divided into 2 groups. First, topics on social technologies for enterprises, which range from AgTech&FoodTech, HealthTech, LivingTech to FinTech. This is expected to encourage businesses, startup and technology enthusiasts to join a task force of social change.
The other group will keep you updated on the state of the art technology, giving you a broader view of what happens in the innovation world, which covers startup, venture capital (VC), deep tech showcase and head-to-the-future, blockchain and cryptocurrency, AR&VR as well as data science and AI. This will enable stakeholders in startup industry to catch up with technological trends with more than 200 topics from 10 stages.

Ms.Oranuch added: “Apart from seminar, there are many more key activities, such as business matching, the final round of startup’s investor pitch deck from more than 20 countries across Asia and Oceania continent. Amidst the rapid pace of technological changes that fundamentally shaped industries, we expect that the Summit would lure more than 10,000 attendants, up 40% compared to last year, thanks to the rising numbers of startups launched by domain experts”.

Thailand’s technology ecosystem is in the transition period with exponential growth of market value. Investors has realized the ultimate objective of joining in the startup bandwagon and sought the right model to invest in the industry. In recent years, Thai big corporates have joined the startups sphere by setting up their own venture capital (CVC).

Moreover, it predicts that a number of foreign startups penetrating into Thai and Southeast Asia market will be increased, which comes along with a vast number of inventions, such as green technology. Importantly, Chinese startups will play a key role in intensifying competitiveness by offering new technologies.
Techsauce Global Summit 2018 is designed for startups, technology enthusiasts and those companies who are going towards digital transformation. For further information and ticket buying, please browse https://summit.techsauce.co

About Techsauce Media Co

Techsauce Media Co, a website developer Techsauce.co, is considered a technology-oriented media producer, who pioneered startups industry in the region, having more than 7 years in technological field. It aims to educate, inspire and build network that create a friendly environment for startups and entrepreneurs in Southeast Asia to raise the bar to the global level.
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Hitachi hosts second Hitachi Social Innovation Forum 2018 on Digital Transformation and IoT in Thailand

February 23, 2018, 12:00 am
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Bangkok, February 23, 2018 --- Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE: 6501, “Hitachi”)and Hitachi Asia Ltd. led by Mr. Kosuke Horiuchi (center), Managing Director, Hitachi Asia Ltd., and Mr. Yasuo Mizutani (far left), Managing Director, Hitachi Asia (Thailand) Co., Ltd., hosted the second Hitachi Social Innovation Forum 2018 BANGKOK at The Athenee Hotel, in the capital of Thailand.
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Hitachi hosts second Hitachi Social Innovation Forum 2018 on Digital Transformation and IoT in Thailand

February 23, 2018, 12:30 am
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Bangkok, February 23, 2018 --- Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE: 6501, “Hitachi”) and Hitachi Asia Ltd. will host the second Hitachi Social Innovation Forum 2018 BANGKOK, on February 23 at The Athenee Hotel, in the capital of Thailand.
The programme will comprise a series of business presentations and exhibition showcasing Hitachi's range of social innovation business across the global market. This one-day event will explore technologies and solutions relating to digital transformation, information and communication technology (ICT), as well as the Internet of Things (IoT). The event will feature a range of exhibits on how Hitachi’s range of solutions in urban development, products, platforms and services can better address modern challenges through collaboration with key stakeholders in Thailand, in order to achieve a smart and sustainable society to benefit Thai people.
Mr. Yasuo Mizutani, Managing Director of Hitachi Asia (Thailand) Co., Ltd. said: “As the ASEAN market continues to grow, Thailand is a strategic market for Hitachi, where our presence in sectors such as railway, industrial products, information and telecommunications businesses have long been established. Leveraging on the development of the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), Hitachi plans to promote the use of IoT technologies, as part of the country’s transformative shift towards Thailand 4.0. Hitachi’s IoT platform, Lumada, enables for the co-creation of digital solutions with partners, to improve business productivity across various fields. Through the use of digital tools and IoT as platforms to enhance productivity, quality and innovation across various sectors, Hitachi hopes to contribute towards Thailand’s national push for a smart and sustainable economy.”

Dr. Pansak Siriruchatapong, Vice Minister of the Digital Economy and Society, will grace the event as a Guest-of-Honour.
Contributing towards Thailand’s digital transformation, Hitachi concluded an agreement in 2017 with the EEC Office on applying digital technologies, including IoT technologies, and the establishing of an innovative environment to promote EEC developments in the country.
This year, Hitachi aims to become a strategic innovation partner for the era of IoT, as outlined in its 2018 Mid-term Management Plan. At the heart of its mission is the further development and expansion of its Social Innovation Business which brings new value through collaborative creation with customers, through the combination of Operational and Information Technologies. Contributing towards Hitachi’s collective mission, Hitachi Consulting, has been selected to design smart city services for One Bangkok, Thailand’s first fully integrated district. Additionally, Hitachi and Hitachi Asia (Thailand) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Thailand Post to support the digitization of postal services provided. These projects underscore Hitachi’s commitment towards supporting Thailand’s push for a smart and sustainable society.
Beyond a showcase of Hitachi’s latest technology and its potential growth, this event is an ongoing testament of Hitachi's commitment towards contributing towards the country’s national drive towards Thailand 4.0.
About Hitachi Asia Ltd.
Hitachi Asia Ltd., a subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd., is headquartered in Singapore. With offices across seven Asean countries - Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam - the company is focused on its Social Innovation Business to answer society's challenges. Hitachi Asia and its subsidiary companies offer a broad range of information & telecommunication systems, power systems, social infrastructure & industrial systems, electronic systems and equipment, construction machinery, high functional materials and components, automotive systems, home appliances and others. For more information on Hitachi Asia, please visit the company's website at https://www.hitachi.com.sg.

About Hitachi, Ltd.
Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE: 6501), headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, delivers innovations that answer society’s challenges. The company’s consolidated revenues for fiscal 2016 (ended March 31, 2017) totaled 9,162.2 billion yen ($81.8 billion). The Hitachi Group is a global leader in the Social Innovation Business, and it has approximately 304,000 employees worldwide. Through collaborative creation, Hitachi is providing solutions to customers in a broad range of sectors, including Power / Energy, Industry / Distribution / Water, Urban Development, and Finance / Government & Public / Healthcare. For more information on Hitachi, please visit the company's website at http://www.hitachi.com.
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Ananda Development PCL announces record breaking 2017 results that include all-time high revenues of 13 billion Baht, up 6%, a 105% increase in launches to an all-time high record of 42.5 billion Baht and presales up 39% year on year, to hit a new all-time high record of 34.9 billion Baht. The new 2018 business plan includes an expected increase of 152% in the value of units transferred in 2018.

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Bangkok, 23rd February 2018 - Ananda Development Public Company Limited announces total revenues rose 6% year on year to 12,950 million Baht for the whole of 2017 to an all-time high record. In addition, the company reported strong annual presales of 34.9 billion Baht, an increase over 2017 of 39% building on increase of launched projects of 105% over 2016 to an all-time high record of 42.5 billion Baht comprising 11 condominium projects of 36.6 billion Baht.  The cemented Ananda’s position as the largest launcher of condominium projects in 2017 in Thailand. The company also released a business plan for 2018 during which it expects transfers to grow by 152% year on year delivering the results the company expected as part of its “4 in 4 Roadmap, 4 times bigger in 4 years” during which it expects to grow transfers over 400% in the next 4 years from 15.1 billion Baht in 2017 to 70 billion Baht in 2021.


Total revenues for the year were 12,950 million Baht, an increase of 6% over the last year comprising revenue from sales of real estate of 8,932 million Baht, and other income of 4,018 million Baht mostly in the form of management fee payments from the joint ventures and real estate construction income from non-Ananda projects. The company’s net profits were 1,328 million Baht for the year, a decrease of 12% year on year mostly due to the significantly higher project launches during the year.


In 2017 the company launched a total of 11 new condominium projects and 5 new housing projects, with a total project value of 42.5 billion Baht, an increase of 105% from a year earlier and a new all-time high in launches. The company launched new condominium projects worth 36.6 billion Baht making it the largest launcher of condominium projects in 2017 in Thailand.


During the fourth quarter the company launched 8.4 billion Baht of new projects. Comprising two new condominium projects. The projects launched were the 5 billion Baht Ideo Mobi Rama 4 condominium project near the Klongtoei MRT station and the 3.4 billion Baht Elio Del Moss near the Sena Nikhom BTS station.


Including sales from previously launched projects the company generated total presales for the quarter of 9.8 billion Baht, 31% above guidance for 4th quarter.


The company has also expanded its international sales in 2017 from its first initiation in September 2013. The company has successful international sales both new launches and existing projects with sales of 9,775 million Baht higher than its 2016 international sales by 164% with sold to buyers from 38 countries bringing us into number one international sales for the year 2017. Presales for 12 months totaled 34.9 billion Baht, 7% above guidance and the highest yearly presales in the company’s history.


The company ended the quarter with a large backlog of 53.7 billion Baht due to transfer over the next 3 years, an increase of 30% from a year earlier.


In 2017, the company entered increased its number of joint venture projects with Mitsui Fudosan by an additional 25 billion Baht in six projects including Ideo Q Sukhumvit 36, Ideo New Rama 9, Elio Del Nest, Ideo Mobi Rangnam, Elio Del Moss and a condominium project at Rama 9 bringing the total value of joint venture projects to 95 billion Baht in 21 projects, still the largest number of joint ventures in Thailand.
Mr. Chanond Ruangkritya, CEO of Ananda, said, “We’re delighted to have hit record highs for all of the company’s major metrics, launches, presales and revenue.  In addition, gross margin increased for the year showing growth is not being achieved by sacrificing profitability at the project level”

Mr. Chanond Ruangkritya added, “We have maintained financial discipline and achieved this growth without adding risk and maintained our net interest bearing debt to equity at only 0.77:1, slightly below our long term target of 1:1”
Mr. Chanond Ruangkritya continued, “Our cash flow remains strong and we have maintained a large cash balance with over 2 billion Baht in cash at the end of the quarter.  We have continued to have strong support from our banks and have multiple options in place to fund the cash needs of the company through the year depending on how the situation evolves.

The company also released its business plan for 2018. It stated that it expects total residential transfers to increase by 152% to 38 billion Baht with the contribution from 9 new condominium buildings finishing construction and beginning to transfer throughout 2018 in addition to remaining units from the 8 condominiums that finished in 2017.
Due to the company’s capital cycle the year will see a decrease in new projects launched with a total project value of new launches projected to decrease by 17% to 35.1 billion Baht in 2018 compared to 42.5 billion Baht in 2017. The company will launch 16 new projects. 8 of the projects will be condos, 7 of which will be joint ventures and 8 projects will be housing. The company expects total presales for the year to maintain the high level achieved in 2017 at 35.1 billion Baht in 2018 compared to 34.9 billion Baht in 2017.
The company plans to develop more joint venture projects leading to the total joint venture development value increasing to over 114 billion Baht in 2018 from 95 billion Baht in 2017 thus remaining the largest joint venture portfolio in Thailand.


The company expects to keep its preferred measure of leverage, Net Interest Bearing Debt to Equity, at 1:1 for the year, exactly at management’s long term target.
Mr. Chanond Ruangkritya, CEO of Ananda, said, "We are delighted to continue maintaining our growth and performance while maintaining a strong discipline on costs. Ananda is the market leader in urban living solutions in the Thai market and through the constant innovations in both building design and every other aspect of real estate development we aim to maintain our leadership in the condominium market. 2018 is a part of its “4 in 4 Roadmap, 4 times bigger in 4 years” during which it expects to grow transfers from 15.1 billion Baht in 2017 to 70 billion Baht in 2021. We are beginning to see the investment made after the IPO come through as rapid growth in transfers. We have nine condominium buildings finishing construction and beginning to transfer in 2018 compared to eight condominiums finishing in 2017.”


He concluded, “The Company is also very proud that the company achieved the highest CU-Brand Trust Index in the real estate industry 2017 for condominiums showing that the efforts of the company to deliver value to its customers are recognized by customers and results in trust in our brand.”
As such, the Board will submit for approval to the Annual General Meeting a recommendation to increase the dividend to 12.75 satang, an increase of 2% from a year earlier and continuing our record of increasing the dividend every year since the IPO.”
Addendum – Data Sheet


Yearly Results
Revenue: 12,950 million Baht.  Up 6% from 12,230 million Baht in 2016
Gross Margin: 35%.  Up from 34% in 2016
Interest Expense:285 million Baht. Down from 335 million Baht in 2016
Net Profit:1,328 million Baht. Down 12% from 1,501 million Baht in 2016
Net Margin:10%Down from a net margin of 12% in 2016


Balance Sheet
Cash at end of Quarter:2,063 million BahtDown from 2,683 million Baht in 4Q2016
Assets:29,870 million BahtUp from 25,366 million Baht in 4Q2016
Liabilities:16,410 million BahtUp from 14,612 million Baht in 4Q2016
Shareholder’s Equity:13,460 million BahtUp from 10,754 million Baht in 4Q2016
DE Ratio:1.22 timesDown from 1.36 times in 4Q2016
Net IBDE Ratio:0.77 timesStable from 0.77 times in 4Q2016


About Ananda Development PCL


Ananda is a publicly listed real estate development company listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (Symbol: ANAN)  


The company is the leading developer in Thailand of residential condominium projects within 300 meters of mass transit stations.  The company also develops landed housing projects in Bangkok.


Ananda’s primary brands are "IDEO" condominiums, situated within 300 meters of a mass transit station, which are targeted at first home buyers and professionals who value modern design, convenience and ease-of-access when choosing a place to live, and “ELIO” condominiums, situated within 600 meters of a mass transit station, which are aimed at those who want the IDEO lifestyle but at a lower cost. In addition, “UNIO” condominiums are developed which super-value condominiums with 8-storey at starting price below 1 million Baht and “VENIO” condominiums are developed which premium-value condominiums with 8-storey.

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Thailand and World Bank to collaborate on promotion of digital economy

February 26, 2018, 4:00 am
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Bangkok, February 26, 2018—Thailand’s Digital Economy Promotion Agency (DEPA) and the World Bank today agreed to jointly undertake activities that will promote awareness of the Internet of Things (IoT) in Thailand and adopt digital transformation in public and private sectors.
The announcement was made during a seminar attended by more than 150 representatives from the Thai government, international organizations, businesses, NGOs and the media, to launch the recent World Bank report, The Internet of Things: The New Government-to-Business Platform.
“Internet of Things plays a key role in our daily lives. Recognizing the importance of IoT in creating digital innovation that will boost productivity and improve individual lives, the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (MDES) has endeavored to promote the development of the IoT in Thailand through various initiatives, saidH.E. Dr. Pichet Durongkaveroj, Minister, MDES.   
“The Internet of Things is not just a hype. We view it as one of the most exciting pieces of technology of the decade, which will help catalyze digital transformation in public and private sectors in Thailand. Therefore, we need to raise awareness of IoT in all sectors by providing a networking forum so we all can meet and discuss opportunities offered by this technology as well as ways to allow IoT work for Thais.” said Dr. Nuttapon Nimmanphatcharin, the President and CEO of DEPA Thailand.

DEPA, an operating arm of the MDES, aims to promote the development of digital industry and innovation as well as the adoption of digital technology in all sectors in Thailand.  It is entrusted to establish the IoT Institute which will help create a healthy IoT ecosystem in the country. Through this seminar, the Institute marks its first step in promoting the development and adoption of this exciting technology.   

“It is a pleasure for the World Bank to partner with Thailand on making digital technologies and Internet of Things work for the benefit of all,” said Shabih A. Mohib, the Bank’s Program Leader for Equitable Growth, Finance & Institutions, in Thailand.

“IoT has significant potential, but it requires systematic, informed work by the government, private sector, and civil society.  I hope this study will help examine the progress made in Thailand and encourage further thinking and discussions among policymakers and the private sector on the social and economic impacts of leveraging IoT applications.,” said Prasanna Lal Das, lead author of the report.

IoT refers to a digital system involving connected devices that gather data through sensors, transmit it over networks, and generate analytics; in some cases, adapting behavior and responses based on local conditions. Examples of IoT are Global Positioning System (GPS) devices that track and provide real-time transit updates; sensors mounted on lampposts that measure and share pollution data; and smart thermostats, which adjust home temperatures based on people’s routine, helping cut heating and cooling bills.
According to the report – the first to examine the progress made by governments incorporating Internet of Things (or IoT) within their functions – many governments are eager to use IoT to better serve people, despite the obstacles of taking initiatives beyond the pilot stage. The business models to sustain IoT infrastructure could be developed further, and the policy landscape could be improved.  Policy recommendations include:


  • Improving the knowledge and familiarity of most government agencies of IoT and its relevance to their immediate functions;
  • Translating “hype to reality” and preparing ‘toolkits’ on how to implement initiatives that include IoT components;
  • Disseminating “lessons” from peers, as many agencies are keen to learn about initiatives in other countries, and what had worked or had not.
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SEA LIFE Bangkok releases the grandest summer break teasers: underwater parade and a treasure hunt for 50% discount admission fee!

March 6, 2018, 7:30 am
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A parade of underwater comrades from SEA LIFE Bangkok, and a plus of the ever-charming duo, Mac-Nattapuch and Unda-Kulteera,wander around Siam Paragon as a pre-excitement to welcome the upcoming summer underwater campaign “Tales of the Sea”. The welcoming parade features all familiar faces: mermaid, shark, stingray, otter, penguin, and clownfish – out on the fun mission to invite all to join the undersea treasure hunt for an up-to 50% discount admission fee via the aquarium’s official Line account: @sealifebangkok. The parade leads everyone to the three points of treasure hunt in Siam Paragon: Point 1 – next to Ben’s Cookies, G fl., Point 2 – entrance from Parc Paragon, M fl., and Point 3 – entrance from Bangkok Bank, G fl.
Join SEA LIFE Bangkok’s treasure hunt today up to 17 April 2018. Meet the fun from mermaid and the friends 4 rounds a day: at 12.00/ 14.30/ 16.00/ 17.30hrs.
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SEA LIFE Bangkok, the world-class aquarium at B1-2 fl., Siam Paragon department store(BTS Siam station)
Entrance fee: Adults 990 THB / Kids (3-11 years old) 790 THB
Contact us via: http://www.sealifebangkok.com/ Tel. +66-687-2000
Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/SEALIFEBangkokOceanWorld
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Combining crafts with industrial processes and submit works to participate in the Innovative Craft Award 2018 (ICA 2018) now until 31 March 2018.

March 14, 2018, 12:30 am
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To promote creativity and craftsmanship among professionals and enthusiasts, the Support Arts and Crafts International Center of Thailand (Public Organization) or SACICT is organizing Innovative Craft Award 2018: "MASS x CLUSIVITY”, a competition designed to put forward and reinforce the concept.

The competition is aimed at finding designs that demonstrate a combination of craftiness and innovative industrial or commercial use. Such works are required to be more “accessible” to the general public while maintaining identities, charms and creative craftsmanship. Interested designers and parties are cordially invited to submit their designs to win the honorable certificates and prizes worth over 160,0000 baht.

Designers, students and interested persons can submit their ideas in the forms of hand-draft designs or computer-generated craft designs. The submitted ideas must be for household uses or decorative purposes. There are two categories – competition among the general public and competition among students. The competition is open for both solo contestants or groups but the works must not have entered any competition before. Submitted works should showcase beauty and outstanding designs. Moreover and importantly, the designs must be realistic enough to be able to be produced for commercial purposes. Finalists will be given financial support to turn designs into craft products for final-round contests.

Apply now or before 31 March 2018. Interested persons can download the application form at http://sacict.or.th . The submissions can be made online at http://sacict.or.th  and via traditional post services by sending the entries to the Support Arts and Crafts International Center of Thailand (Public Organization) 59 Moo 4 Tambon Chang Yai, Bang Sai, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya 13290. Postal entries should have a mark “ICA 2018 application” at the corner of the envelop.

For more information, please contact Khun Supannarat. Email: supannarat.a@sacict.mail.go.th Or Khun Nijaree at 086 066 6242. Email: nitjaree.peakchan@gmail.com Or at the website. http://sacict.or.th  and http://facebook.com/sacict 

Join us in cherishing values and skills of craftsmanship and adding values to creative crafts with innovation to expand the horizon of Thai handicrafts. See you at ICA 2018.
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Surface Book 2 and Surface Laptop at Thailand

March 14, 2018, 2:00 am
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(from left to right) Mrs. Chanikarn Pronanun, Marketing & Operations Director, Microsoft Thailand, Jane Dore, APAC Surface Product Lead, Microsoft, Mr. WoottichaiJaroenpol, Executive Vice President of Information Technology “KTC” or Krungthai Card Public Company Limited and Mr. Vissut Medhisuvakul, Business Group Lead, Microsoft Thailand.
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Calendar news on “DREAM BIG PRINCESS”, an activity which takes children to the world of fairy tales to inspire big dreams, for your consideration

March 15, 2018, 2:31 am
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“DREAM BIG PRINCESS”
March 24 – April 8, 2018
Fashion Galleria, 1st floor, Mega Bangna

The Walt Disney (Thailand) presents a dazzling activity for parents and children this summer - “Dream Big Princess”. Be transported into the world of fairy tales to inspire big dreams and join fun activities to fulfil imagination and make dreams come true.
Every weekend, great activities await, starting on Sunday 25th March at 5-6pm with a Disney princess-themed fashion show, followed by a singing performance with classic Disney soundtracks on Sunday 1st April at 5-7pm. On 6th and 7th April at 1-7:30pn (30 minutes per session, 5 sessions a day), meet and greet your favorite Disney princesses and win a chance to join an exclusive high tea party on 8th April at 2-4pm (exclusive for the top spender of this campaign only).
“Dream Big Princess” runs from 24th March to 8th April at Fashion Galleria, 1st floor, Mega Bangna. For more information, visit  www.mega-bangna.com
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6th EDITION OF PROPAK ASIA’S ASIA DRINK CONFERENCE TO SHOWCASE INTERNET OF THINGS (IoT) THEME

March 19, 2018, 12:04 am
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Bangkok - The Asia Drink Conference will be held on 15 June 2018 at Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre (BITEC) in conjunction with 26th edition of ProPak Asia. The 6th edition of this conference will feature industry experts and executives leading important discussions related to changes and opportunities in the manufacturing and beverage industries’ currently hottest topics: Internet of Things (IoT) and digitalisation.
Expect to see leaders from major companies and organizations speaking on hot topics regarding the beverage industry, including production technology, consumer insight, packaging and – of course – the adoption of IoT and digitalisation. Delegates will recognize basic components which help to achieve their business goals from sensors and robotics to data analysis software and beyond through one of these interesting topics, ‘IoT in Beverage Processing’. Additionally, they also learn more about changing consumer behavior and how to cater these changes.

Backed by a strong partnership with Asia Pacific Food Industry – Asia’s leading trade magazine for the food and beverage industry – participants will receive key information related to beverage innovations, technologies and insights that will be able to strengthen their business and stay on top of the latest trends. The conference is strongly supported by potential partners like Rockwell Automation and Krones whom delegates could share expert knowledge and experience with. In addition to valuable knowledge, it is also a good platform for networking with executives from top drink manufacturers such as Coca-Cola, Tipco, ThaiNamthip, Green Spot, San Miguel, F&N, Dole, Sermsuk, and many others.
Rockwell Automation and Krones whom delegates could share expert knowledge and experience with. In addition to valuable knowledge, it is also a good platform for networking with executives from top drink manufacturers such as Coca-Cola, Tipco, ThaiNamthip, Green Spot, San Miguel, F&N, Dole, Sermsuk ฯลฯ


“The beverage industry is growing rapidly due to urbanization and the increasing disposable income of consumers, especially in Asia. There are still opportunities awaiting manufacturers who can foresee the trends and adopt technology to boost their businesses,” said Justin Pau, General Manager of UBM Asia (Thailand) Co., Ltd. “We believe that the upcoming 6th Asia Drink Conference will be the most successful to date. Guests will have access to the tools needed to get to the top of this highly competitive industry.”    

Asia Drink Conference has featured more than 100 participants from Asia for each of the past five conferences and this year will be no different. The format will also be similar to other years: a single morning programme with keynote speakers and two parallel tracks in the afternoon – one technology track and the other business & marketing. The Asia Drink Conference 2018 will be held concurrently with ProPak Asia and DrinkTechAsia from 13 to 16 June.
For more information on remaining sponsorship opportunities and participation, please visit www.asiadrinkconference.com
About ProPak Asia
ProPakAsia  is organised by UBM Asia-Asia’s Largest Trade Show Organiser—and a division of UBM plc.  UBM is the largest pure-play B2B Events organiser in the world.  Our 3,750+ people, based in more than 20 countries, serve more than 50 different sectors.  Our deep knowledge and passion for these sectors allow us to create valuable experiences which enable our customers to succeed.  Please visit www.ubm.com for the latest news and information about UBM. 
About UBM Asia
Owned by UBM plc listed on the London Stock Exchange, UBM Asia is the largest events organiser in Asia, India and SE Asia. We are also the leading commercial organiser in China. Established with its headquarters in Hong Kong and subsidiary companies across Asia and in the US, UBM Asia has a strong global presence in 25 major cities with 33 offices and over 1,600 employee.

With a track record spanning over 30 years, UBM Asia operates in 11 market sectors with over 290 events, 28 targeted trade publications, 18 round-the-clock online products for over 2,000,000 quality exhibitors, visitors, conference delegates, advertisers and subscribers from all over the world. We provide a one-stop diversified global service for high-value business matching, quality market news and online trading networks.
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“IHL's 30 Year of Success”, the leader of tanning business for car seats, wins the Global Award Tannery of the Year 2018, the first in Asia to receive the award

March 19, 2018, 1:00 am
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Bangkok– Interhinds Pcl., (IHL), with more than 3 decades of the tanning business for car seats, declared its business operation success with the competency of management. Recently, the Company won the “Global Winner Award Tannery of the Year 2018”, the first in Asia to receive the award, and the Innovation Awards from World Leather. Big boss, “Ongart Thumrongsakunvong, proudly indicated that the award was the guarantee of IHL’s success and provided the Company’s 3-year strategy (2018-2020) to execute a leap of growth through 4-time capacity increase in order to serve automobile industry and expand marketing distribution channel with new lines of new products.
Mr. Ongart Thumrongsakunvong, Chairman of Executive Director and Managing Director of Interhides Pcl., (IHL), disclosed IHL’s success as the leader of manufacturing and distributor of finished leather for car seats in Thailand and overseas at "IHL's 30 Year of Success"that throughout 30 years of IHL’s business operation, the Company had determined to establish growth potentiality with continuity of strength in order to emphasize the Company’s business competency which led to confidence among its long-term business partners.
“ IHL”’sfocus on product quality has led to the sustainable development as well as an establishment of confidence among customers, the Company’s personnel, and shareholders. The most important thing is the environmental responsibility which is also the heart of the business apart from building the revenue,” said Mr. Ongart.   
Recently, the Company won the Global Winner Award Tannery of the Year 2018, the first company in Asia to receive the award, through the selection of the leather manufacturers around the world organized by World Leatherwith a platform for sharing details of the work they do to make high quality leather while looking after the environment, forming good partnerships with customers and suppliers, having good organizational management in terms of staff, workers, and machines, and providing business operation guides which support long-term business development.
In addition, the Company also won the “Innovation Awards”, another pride of IHL after its introduction of the recycle of leather scrap through the industrial manufacturing process.
“IHL is proud to be the first Thailand leading company with established reputation after winning the Global Winner Award Tannery of the Year 2018. This is the World’s recognitionas IHL is one of the 6 finalist. This has made the Thai tanneries to be known within the Global community, generating the country’s revenue through both direct and indirect exporting. In addition, the Company also has a definite plan for product quality development and launching more new products to the market in the future,” said Mr. Ongart.
With the Company’s success throughout 3 decades of business operation as the leading manufacturer and distributor of leather business and having won awards from World Leather, it places the emphasis on its success of business operation which leads to the 3-year business development plan (2018 – 2020) with the focus on the leap of growth from IHL’s present revenue proportion consisting 30% from leather tanning and sewing business for local and oversea automobile business, and another 70% from other businesses.
Mr. Wasin Thumrongsakunvong, Director and General Manager of Interhides Pcl., (IHL) added that in 2017, the Company established a subsidiary company, Inter Green Co., Ltd., with the Company’s holding shares of 99.99%, in order to manage the environmental side of the business. Producing protein from leather scrap through the industrial production process and it was to support new related businesses such as feeds, gelatin, and other businesses is one of the program already launched.     
Moreover, the Company had a plan to expand its market in the country and overseas such as China and Vietnam under the cooperation with business alliances to perform research and development products for several industries such as shoes, garments, bags, and other related industries with the expectation of completion in the coming years.
“The next important steps of IHL with stability and sustainability is through the expansion to related tanning business outside the automobile industry in order to increase revenue channels and new business opportunity for the new generation,” said Mr. Wasin.  
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LINE Announces “LINE SCALEUP” to Help Thai Startups SCALE on LINE Platform and Develop New Services for Thai Users

March 21, 2018, 3:00 am
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BANGKOK – March 21, 2018 – LINE announced the launch of “LINE SCALEUP,” a program aimed at helping Thai startups to scale their services to millions of LINE users potentially. LINE SCALEUP will provide 1) LINE Messaging API (on LINE@ account) free of charge with an upgrade path to an Official Account worth THB 5,000,000 2) tech consultation with the LINE Engineering team 3) and funding opportunities with a USD 10 million fund for Thailand.
As today onwards, LINE SCALEUP program opens its application all year round for any startups who has potential on developing a new product/service integrated on
LINE platform efficiently by providing LINE@ Pro+ account with LINE Messaging API as the main tool to develop a product/service along with technical support from
the LINE Engineering team. All of these benefits will be offered differently to certain startups upon each team’s capabilities and performance.
Mr. Ariya Banomyong, Managing Director, LINE Thailand said “The majority of Thai startups nowadays are still at the seed level, and Thailand still lacks a unicorn, or major startups going regional or global. One significant missing factor is scalability. Among the excessive number of apps created for both Google Play (28 million) and App Store (22 million), most users only download 32 apps for their phone, and even then they only use 3-5 regularly. As a result, users face an ‘app overflow,’ while developers and startups struggle to get their apps noticed. The vision of LINE SCALEUP is to help Thai startups scale, leveraging LINE’s 42 million users and 63 mins/day time-spent, and develop an eco-system of services for Thai users on LINE. ”.
“Based on traction and potential, some startups under ‘LINE SCALEUP’ might become strategic partners co-developing LINE services. We have also set up a USD 10 million fund for Thailand, and we are interested in acquiring Thai startups eventually,” added Ariya.
Mr. Peerapol Sa-ngamuang, Head of New Services, LINE Thailand added “There are several successful cases of using LINE Messaging API both from LINE services ourselves and external partners, e.g., SCB Connect (providing transaction notifications, account balance, points balance within LINE), Botnoi (a Thai/English, English/Thai chat bot translator), LINE Horoscope (consulting your personalize horoscope in LINE), LINE Jobs (searching and applying to more than 5,000 jobs in LINE), etc… However, with the endless possibility of LINE Messaging API and the different behaviors of users in LINE platform, we would like to see more initiative and creative idea of products/services from Thai startups. Through our program, LINE will work with startups to build incredible services on LINE platform and support startups to SCALE to another level with all the support LINE can provide.”
For further details, and registering to LINE SCALEUP, visit the official website https://scaleup.line.me
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ABOUT LINE Corporation
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Digital ministry and dtac set up collaborative framework in fight against cyberbullying

March 22, 2018, 1:30 am
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(Mar 22, 2018) - Digital economy and society ministry and dtac have jointly configured a collaborative working framework on anti-cyberbullying program to address the growing problem in Thailand.
  • Digital ministry will coordinate government agencies, develop safe internet curriculum and fund academic research
  • Study found that one third of Thai children had experienced cyberbullying
Dr.Pichet Durongkaveroj, Minister of Digital Economy and Society, said youngsters (15-24 year-old) have the highest internet penetration with 89.8% in 2017, according to the survey from the National Statistical Office (NSO). Thai people also heavily use social media, including 47 million Facebook account, 41 million Line account, 11 million Instagram account and 9 million Twitter account.
The figures above have the implication on the use of social media among teenagers, who have less digital literacy and have potential to be victimized
The ministry realize double-edged sword of the use of digital technology that children can be used inappropriately, resulting in a vast number of form of online problems. Recently, the ministry organized a seminar on anti-cyberbullying program, allowing stakeholders to offer their comment, which the ministry can develop and update national internet policy.
“This public-private partnership has marked the year of integration between the government and stakeholders to take action against cyberbullying and it’s a good start to jointly address social problems,” said Dr.Pichet.
Anti-cyberbullying is one of the government’s strategy to promote and prevent children’s right for the use of online media, aimed at building mechanism and system of digital literacy.
The collaborative framework covers five areas. First, the ministry will coordinate with the government agencies to create an effective referral system for the cyberbullying victims to Technology Crime Suppress Division if there is cybercrime-related case. Second, the ministry will extend the use of Stop Bullying Chat Line developed by dtac through its digitally-connected communities nationwide. Third, the ministry will educate safe internet use through young ambassador in school activities.
Fourth, the ministry and dtac will jointly develop digital citizenship curriculum and circulate all school nationwide via the cooperation with the education ministry.
Lastly, the ministry will provide funding for the internet-related research in order to understand more about safe internet use and cyberbullying in Thailand.
Lars Norling, chief executive officer at dtac, said dtac positioned itself as a child-friendly business in line with its responsible business, which is an integral part of the company’s strategy. It’s a heart of operation at all levels. As a mobile service provider, dtac realized its role of being responsible business and initiate Safe Internet Program in 2014 in a bid to promote safe internet environment for children.
dtac’s child-friendly business strategy can be divided into 4 pillars – raise awareness of Safe Internet use, integrate strategy in product and services to ensure  that its products are safe, seek child-friendly internet ecosystem and drive safe internet related regulations and policies. Last year, dtac has reached out and promote safe internet use to more than 27,000 students via school outreach activities.
Mr.Norling said Stop Bullying Chat Line was soft launched last June with more than 40,000 views and 278 victims, reflecting a large size of cyberbullying problem in Thailand.
“To address the problem sustainably, the company, the government, civic society or even intergovernmental organization cannot do it alone. We need to join forces and reinforce community and government effort to protect and fulfill children’s right, including cyberbullying space,” said Mr.Norling.
Assoc.Prof. Charnvit Pornnoppadol, Head of Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, Sirisaj hospital, Mahidol university, said Thai teenagers are highly addicted to internet, spending time online 4.8 hours daily. The applications they use the most are Youtube, Line and Facebook respectively.
Citing his research entitled “The state of cyberbullying in Thailand among youths at Mathayom 1-3, in collaboration with 13 counrties, Charnvit said one third of Thai youths had once experienced cyberbullying. 34.6% of respondents had bullied and 37.8% had been bullied, while 39% had become a bystander.
47% of respondents said they had a chat with strangers, while 56% had befriended with strangers online. 65% allowed their friends to use their phone while logging in. 28% had forgotten to log out their social media account while using public computer. 6.5% had met with stranger offline. Surprisingly, 48% of them let other people know their social media account password.
Charnvit pointed out that people become bullies, potentially due to their mental and emotional disorder. Besides, online addiction behavior also associated with the cause of cyberbullying.
“Chatting with strangers both online and offline, letting people know personal data and posting their VDO clip online all referred to risky internet behavior, potentially lead to further cybercrimes including cyberbullying,” said Mr.Charnvit.
The problem solution is required an integration among stakeholders by promoting safe internet culture.

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SCB raises the bar for BAHTNET and ICAS with ISO 27001 (2013) accreditation

March 22, 2018, 3:00 am
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Siam Commercial Bank, represented by Mr. Woraphon Watunyuta, Head of Technology Security & Risk and Technology Architecture (left) and Ms. Wannarat Phanjan, Executive Vice President of the bank's Payments and Trade Operations Division, (second from left), received ISO 27001 (2013) accreditation for its BAHTNET system and Imaged Cheque Clearing System and Archive System (ICAS) from Mr. Prawaltong Tongyai Na Ayudhaya, Certification Manager – Mekong Region, Bureau Veritas (Thailand) Co., Ltd. (third from left).  Required by the Bank of Thailand by end of 2018, the accreditation demonstrates SCB’s commitment to providing a secure environment for financial transactions and its striving for quality service at all times, even before the requirement deadline takes effect.
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Boeing Delivers First 737 MAX 9

March 22, 2018, 3:00 am
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  • Lion Air Group takes first delivery; airplane will go into service with Thai Lion Air
  • Added capacity of MAX 9 will launch new international routes
March 22, 2018– Boeing [NYSE: BA] and the Lion Air Group celebrated the very first 737 MAX 9 to be delivered. The airplane will go into service with Thai Lion Air, where its added capacity will help the airline launch several international routes.
“The 737 MAX 9 is a perfect fit for our growing business in Thailand,” said Capt. Darsito Hendro Seputro, CEO and Chairman of Thai Lion Air. “The 737 has been the backbone of our business since we began and we will use the added capacity the airplane provides to expand our network and start additional routes to Bangladesh, China and India.”
The Lion Air Group is the launch customer for the MAX 9. They were also the first operator to put the MAX 8 into service, and have announced a commitment for 50 MAX 10s. The Group also has an additional 200 737 MAXs on order and is one of the world’s largest operators of the 737.
“The Lion Air Group is the perfect example of how the 737 MAX family provides a common fleet solution across the single-aisle spectrum,” said Boeing Commercial Airplanes president and CEO Kevin McAllister. “Not only will Lion Air Group benefit from the MAX’s range and capacity, they will enjoy the best economics and reliability in the industry.”
The 737 MAX 9 is designed for a capacity of up to 220 passengers and a maximum range of 3,550 nautical miles. With three additional seat rows compared to the 737 MAX 8, this airplane provides operators added capacity while maximizing profitability within their network.
The 737 MAX family is designed to offer customers exceptional performance, with lower per-seat costs and an extended range that is opening up new destinations in the single-aisle market. The 737 MAX incorporates the latest CFM International LEAP-1B engines, Advanced Technology winglets, Boeing Sky Interior, large flight deck displays and other features to deliver the highest efficiency, reliability and passenger comfort in the single-aisle market.
The 737 MAX is the fastest-selling airplane in Boeing history, accumulating more than 4,300 orders from 95 customers worldwide. For more information and feature content, visit www.boeing.com/commercial/737max.
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Department of Skill Development, in Partnership with Sammitr PTG Protruck, Signed Cooperation Agreement for of Skill Development of for Technicians at Protruck Service Center.

March 25, 2018, 1:28 am
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Recently, Pol. Gen. Adul Saengsingkaew, the Labour Minister (4th from left), presented as the president of the signing ceremony of a cooperation agreement with Sammitr PTG Protruck Solution Center Co., Ltd., the integrated truck service center (PROTRUCK). The objective is to develop skills for all employees of 22 service centers “Protruck” in 18 provinces throughout Thailand in 2018. The ceremony was honored by Mr. Suthit Sukosol, the Director General of Department of Skill Development (2nd from left), and Mr. Trin  Sirijaruworn, Managing Director of  Sammitr PTG Protruck Solution Center Co., Ltd. (5th from left) as the signatories of the cooperation agreement on the development of skills for all employees of Protruck service center.
The ceremony was witnessed by Mr. Surapol Ploysuk, Deputy Director-General from the Department of Skills Development (1st from left), Mr. Bandit Thewithiwarak, Saraburi Governor (3rd from left), Mr. Pitak Ratchakitprakarn, Chief Executive Officer and President of PTG Energy Public Company Limited (1st from left, top row), Mr. Suriya Phosirisuk, Senior Executive Vice President of Sammitr Motors Manufacturing Public Company Limited (4th from left, top row), and Mr. Surasak  Songworakunphan, Board of Directors of Sammitr  PTG Protruck  Solution  Center Co., Ltd. (6th from left. The ceremony was held Protruck  service center , Nong Khat Saraburi.
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Cartoon Network Amazone Waterpark goes Cashless with Rabbit LINE Pay

March 26, 2018, 9:55 am
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Cartoon Network Amazone becomes world’s first smartphone cashless waterpark, offering guests speedy payment on the go
From left to right:
1) Piyawat Pleambier - Representative from Pattaya City 
2) Watcharapol Sarson - Deputy Director Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Pattaya Office
3) Suraj Pluegboonyachai, Head of Business Development, Rabbit LINE Pay:
4) Liakat Dhanji, CEO, Cartoon Network Amazone Waterpark: 
5) Rattanachai Sutthidechanai - Vice President of Pattaya Business and Tourism Association and former President of Pattaya Tourism
The world's first Cartoon Network-themed waterpark is set to fulfill its ambitions of becoming an innovative “Smartphone friendly attraction” for the new generation, with a trailblazing partnership with Rabbit LINE Pay, Thailand’s leading integrated payment platform.
Announced at a press conference today, Cartoon Network Amazone customers will now be able to use Rabbit LINE Pay’s ‘tap and go' mobile payment method at all cashier counters throughout the park. With the seamless purchasing experience, there’s even more time for fun on the water attractions!
Rabbit LINE Pay, the mobile payment platform also allows customers to purchase tickets, food and merchandise in advance through Cartoon Network Amazone on LINE GIFTSHOP. Customers will get fast pass tickets using e-coupon to check in at the turnstile, get special discounts and can also manage their costs to maximize their splash-tastic day.
The cashless system minimizes fraud and theft-related risks of carrying cash and credit cards, as well as eliminating the need to queue at top-up counters.
Customers simply registers their credit card or bank account with Rabbit LINE Pay. Once done, they can use their mobile phone to scan the QR codes at the gate turnstile, retail, cabana rental and dining outlets.
Comment from Liakat Dhanji, CEO, Cartoon Network Amazone Waterpark:

“We are thrilled to be pioneering the world’s first collaboration between Cartoon Network and Rabbit LINE Pay to provide a fast, seamless mobile payment experience with Rabbit LINE Pay. From purchasing tickets to shopping at our retail store, our guests will be able to enjoy an entire day at the waterpark totally cashless. We are excited to set a new benchmark in the industry as the first waterpark in the world to offer such convenience to its guests.”

Clement Schwebig, CFO and SVP of Licensing at Turner Asia Pacific, the company that operates Cartoon Network, added: “Since the very beginning, Cartoon Network Amazone has always been a leader in waterpark innovations.  Turner is all about fan-centric experiences and this a great example of putting our customers first.”
Comment from Suraj Pluegboonyachai, Head of Business Development, Rabbit LINE Pay:
“Rabbit LINE Pay is the first mobile payment platform providing the total cashless experience to customers starting from the entrance to various store fronts within the water themed park. Not only would we expand customer base to family generation but also leverage digital payment experience for customers. We are committed to develop seamless and better service to serve all customers’ daily lifestyle.”
To celebrate this partnership, Rabbit LINE Pay together with Cartoon Network will be offering a special promotion:
Buy 1 Get 1 Free when purchasing the Cartoon Network Set, with 100 Baht cashback per user (maximum 100 Baht per user per campaign) through Rabbit LINE Pay
Promotion Period: 1 Feb – 31 March 2018 and ticket will expire on 30 April 2018
Promotion on Giftshop (in LINE Application)
Get 50% off when purchasing Water park ticket (2 tickets per purchase only) and discount up to 76% when purchasing merchandise coupon.
Promotion Period: 9 Mar - 30 April 2018 and ticket will expire on 31 May 2018
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For more information:
Cartoon Network Amazone: www.cartoonnetworkamazone.com
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About Cartoon Network Amazone Waterpark Thailand
Cartoon Network Amazone is Cartoon Network’s first and only fully-branded waterpark. Located in Bang Saray, 15 kilometres south of Pattaya on the Thailand’s Eastern Seaboard, the development comprises 10 themed entertainment zones each one offering an array of exhilarating water coasters and attractions. The waterpark also features captivating live and multimedia entertainment that incorporates the latest in interactive technology – bringing fans of Cartoon Network closer to their favorite characters than ever before. Cartoon Network Amazone takes its theme from the lush Amazon Rainforest while infusing the world’s most popular animated series and cartoon heroes including Ben 10, Adventure Time, The Powerpuff Girls, Johnny Bravo and The Amazing World of Gumball. Cartoon Network Amazone is developed by Thailand-based attractions developer Amazon Falls Co. Ltd. under license from Turner Broadcasting System Asia Pacific, Inc.
www.CartoonNetworkAmazone.com I www.Facebook.com/CNAmazone

About Rabbit LINE Pay
Rabbit LINE Pay (RLP), previous named was LINE Pay a mobile payment from LINE, entered in Thailand since 2015. Partnered with Rabbit, the no.1 micropayment and renamed as Rabbit LINE Pay became Thailand 1st integrated offline and online payment platform. In March 2018, mPay (the subsidiary of AIS, the no.1 mobile operator) entered into a joint-venture agreement to create Thailand’s cashless society aiming Rabbit LINE Pay to be the no. 1 mobile payment in Thailand.
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