The issue of sovereign artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a strategic priority for governments and enterprises worldwide, as countries seek greater control over critical digital infrastructure, data and computing capabilities.
Packaging may be the next industry to bear the brunt of petrochemical supply disruptions if the Israel-US war on Iran does not abate, says Veera Kwanloetchit, a director of the Public Private Partnership for Sustainable Plastic and Waste Management.
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Nicknamed the “Bangkok Dragon”, the Asian water monitor has become an unexpected tourist draw thanks to its unusually calm, non-aggressive nature. These lizards are widespread beyond Lumpini Park, thriving along canals and wetlands across the capital and even appearing near Government House — where, some quip, honest politicians diligently work for the people.
A sizeable share of Thais lack confidence that the country’s oil reserves will last the promised 98 days or that the government can secure additional supplies, and some will cancel Songkran travel plans if the crunch persists, according to a survey by the National Institute of Development Administration (Nida).
SURAT THANI – Authorities on Koh Samui are widening an investigation into construction permit forgery involving a least 10 projects and potentially involving both municipal staff and outsiders.
The integration comes as OpenClaw, an open-source AI agent that can perform tasks such as transferring files and sending emails on users’ behalf, has gained traction in recent weeks.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang was speaking at the opening of the annual China Development Forum, attended this year by prominent business leaders including Apple CEO Tim Cook.
Fuel shortages are disrupting farms and freight across Thailand, threatening harvests and supply chains as the government rolls out emergency measures to stabilise supplies.