Thailand

LINE MAN Wongnai acquires Thai POS startup FoodStory

Thailand-based e-Commerce platform LINE MAN Wongnai said Thursday it has reached an agreement to acquire FoodStory, a Thai startup specializing in restaurant point-of-sales (POS) systems, in order to expand its merchant solutions business to every restaurant segment in Thailand.

Malaysia’s CapBay achieves profitability last year, celebrates $220M milestone in P2P financing

CapBay said it has achieved a significant milestone by providing over MYR1 billion ($220.91 million) in funding to more than 400 underserved small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Malaysia. This is the result of successful financing through 7,600 investment notes, underscoring CapBay's commitment to empowering SMEs and offering attractive investment…

Techsauce Global Summit 2023: Southeast Asia’s premier international technology conference to take place in Bangkok

The event aims to foster collaboration between governments, private organizations, and international companies, with a focus on promoting the digital economy and creating opportunities for #Thailand #SMEs and startups to expand globally. Under the theme of '#Social Impact, #Climate Technology, and Cutting-Edge Technology,' the summit will take place at the…

Thailand’s Roojai acquires FWD General Insurance Public Company to boost market share

Roojai, Thailand’s online insurance provider, has on Monday announced it has agreed to acquire FWD General Insurance Public Company Limited in Thailand. With this acquisition, Roojai will substantially increase its market share in Thailand with a combined portfolio of over $50 million in annual premium.

Thailand’s KTC partners China’s Ant Group to introduce ‘Alipay+’ to Thai Merchants

Thailand-based consumer financial services company Krungthai Card Public Company Limited (KTC) has partnered with China-based technology firm Ant Group to launch has launched 'Alipay+', a suite of global cross-border digital payment and marketing solutions, on KTC's payment gateway.

Thailand: A haven for expats and investors alike–Here’s why

#Thailand has always been a popular choice for foreigners seeking a new place to call home and for good reason. With its rich culture, abundant natural resources, and breathtaking landscapes, Thailand offers a livable environment with good #investment potentials. Here are five compelling reasons why Thailand should be on your radar.

Malaysia’s GHL expands Alipay+ integration to 2,600 Thai merchants

Malaysia-based payment service firm GHL Systems Berhad (GHL) has enabled Alipay+ for over 2,600 local businesses in Thailand to accept cross-border digital payments from leading Asian mobile wallets.

UK’s YOOBIC opens Bangkok office, doubles down on Asia Pacific

YOOBIC, the all-in-one frontline employee experience platform based in United Kingdom, has on Tuesday announced the opening of its Asia Pacific (APAC) headquarters in Bangkok, Thailand, to support the company’s rapid expansion in the region.

Society Pass’s Thoughtful Media acquires Indonesia-based KOL management agency Newave Strategic

Thoughtful Media Group Inc (TMG), the Thailand-based social commerce-focused, premium digital advertising network of Society Pass Incorporated (SoPa), has on Wednesday announced the acquisition of Newave, an Indonesia-based KOL management agency.

Tourists can now use AlipayHK, Kakao Pay, Touch ‘n Go, Alipay China in Thailand

Ant Group, the Chinese operator of Alipay+, the global cross-border digital payments and marketing solution, has on Monday announced that a total of four mobile wallets are now accepted in Thailand. These include AlipayHK (Hong Kong SAR), Kakao Pay (South Korea), Touch ‘n Go eWallet (Malaysia) and Alipay (Chinese mainland), which has been accepted by Thai…