Thai Union adds storage
Thai Union Manufacturing (TUM) has teamed up with JWD InfoLogistics subsidiary Pacific Cold Storage Co to launch a joint venture called Pacific TUM Cold Storage (PACT). The 50:50 joint venture has registered capital of 160 million baht and plans to construct a new cold storage warehouse in Samut Sakhon province. The site can accommodate more […]
Thailand’s SEC to Regulate Non-Fungible Tokens Exchanges
Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced it is preparing to license operators of non-fungible token exchanges (NFTs) as part of its efforts to secure control of the NFT market. As a result of tighter regulation, many market participants are expected to migrate to foreign platforms to avoid legal complications. Even though NFTs are not […]
Asset World Corporation signs new landmark multi-agreement with Marriott International
Asset World Corporation signs new landmark multi-agreement with Marriott International to bring new global hotel brands including ultra-luxury ones to Bangkok and Pattaya on path to build a better future for Thai tourism industry 28 August 2020 – Asset World Corporation (AWC), Thailand’s leading integrated lifestyle real-estate group, marked a new chapter of expanding its diverse […]
Robinhood eyes slice of travel market
Mr Thana expressed optimism at the introduction of Robinhood Travel. Robinhood Travel, a Thai online travel agent platform, aims to gain an 8-10% market share during its first year of operation, and reach the No 2 spot for travel and food platforms in the urban segment over the next 3-5 years. Thana Thienachariya, chairman of […]
RS Group to broaden Entertainmerce by debuting Popcoin, a smart marketing platform, using blockchain technology
RS Group to broaden Entertainmerce by debuting Popcoin, a smart marketing platform, using blockchain technology, creating seamless consumer experience, and adding business value in all aspects. Popcoin Token to be listed in Bitkub Exchange early 2022 It is a huge phenomenon for new-era businesses and consumers when RS Group, a leading commerce and media corporation operated under […]
Doctor Anywhere buys Thailand’s biggest telemedicine platform
Doctor Anywhere buys Thailand’s biggest telemedicine platform Credit: Doctor Anywhere Singapore-headquartered digital health platform Doctor Anywhere has acquired Doctor Raksa, the biggest telemedicine platform in Thailand, for an undisclosed amount. Launched in 2016, Doctor Raksa serves over a million users with offerings including online doctor and pharmacist consultations, electronic medical summaries, e-prescriptions and prescription refills. […]
Why SCB 10X Invested in the Sandbox?
The future world will be different from what we are now. It will encompass virtual worlds or the metaverse where the digital you, or your avatar, can immersively live, work, play and entertain in this shared virtual environment with your loves one, colleagues, friends and strangers. People can further develop a deeper connection with the […]
ShopBack to acquire APAC’s leading BNPL player hoolah, together to drive US$3.5B in sales in 2021
Nov 2, 2021 ●ShopBack and hoolah join forces to bring the most rewarding shopping experience to 30m shoppers, powering half a billion shopping trips to 8,000+ merchants across the Asia-Pacific. ●The acquisition extends ShopBack’s product offering from APAC’s leading publisher and rewards platform, to enabling transactions with payment options like BNPL and more. Shopping and […]
SCBx Group moves its mothership strategy forward by announcing SCBS’ acquisition of Bitkub to partner in laying the groundwork for digital asset business
Aiming to continuously move forward to achieve long-term growth and lay a strong foundation for future financial business in response to a rapidly changing global context, the SCBx Group has embarked on another important strategic move for its SCBX mothership. The group recently announced investment in Thailand’s leading digital asset exchange Bitkub Online Company Limited, widely known […]
Thai Union Corporate Venture Fund invests in Orgafeed, insect-based pet treats
Thai Union Group PCL (Thai Union) today announced that its Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) Fund has invested in Orgafeed, one of the leading insect-based pet treat start-ups in Thailand. Orgafeed produces sustainable pet food and pet treats based on insect protein under their brand “Laika”. They use black soldier fly larvae, which are raised on a […]