Bridging the Tech Rift: How Southeast Asia’s Giants are Forcing an AI Talent Revolution
FRIDAY, JULY 17, 2026
Facing severe engineering deficits, tech leaders at the Nikkei Asia Forum outline massive upskilling strategies while positioning ASEAN as a neutral zone
Hainan plans to end sales of new petrol-only vehicles in 2030
WEDNESDAY, JULY 15, 2026
The island will keep existing petrol vehicles legal while plug-in hybrids and extended-range electric models remain available as its NEV network expands.
Thailand's AI Use Surges to 43%, But Most Firms Stay Stuck in Basics
WEDNESDAY, JULY 15, 2026
New AWS-Strand Partners research shows AI use spreading fast across Thai businesses, but most remain stuck at basic adoption with skills and governance gaps
Thailand steps up quantum push with Chula system and degree
TUESDAY, JULY 14, 2026
Chulalongkorn University will install Thailand’s first trapped-ion quantum computer in 2027 and launch a master’s programme to build its quantum workforce.
Tech Boom or Illusion? Bank of Thailand Warns Nation Is 'Missing the Boat' on AI Windfall
MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026
The Bank of Thailand warns that a heavy reliance on foreign firms and imported components means the local economy is missing out on the global AI surge
Thailand beats global AI average but governance gaps remain
SATURDAY, JULY 11, 2026
Thailand scores 36.99 in the 2026 Global Index on Responsible AI, outperforming the global average but trailing leaders on policy and public participation