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AI Voice Cloning Scams Surge Across Thailand

Thai authorities warn of a sharp rise in scams using AI voice cloning and deepfake video to impersonate relatives, police, and officials. Victims have lost amounts ranging from 79,000 baht to over 11 million baht after believing convincing fake calls and video chats. The Ministry of Digital Economy and Society's AOC 1441 center has issued seven warning signs to help the public spot these AI-driven frauds.

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MP Suchada Dodges Questions on Husband's Gambling Shares

Chaiyaphum MP Suchada Sangthanthip avoided reporters' questions about her husband's alleged ownership of shares in an online gambling site during her tenure as secretary to the Digital Economy Minister. She evaded the inquiry by taking a phone call and entered a parliamentary committee meeting without commenting. The House Legal Affairs Committee had summoned her and her husband to explain regarding online gambling suppression, but neither attended the session.

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American YouTuber Reports Assault, Robbery in Pattaya

An American man appealed for online assistance, saying he was assaulted and robbed by two foreign men in Pattaya on October 18, leaving him injured and facing financial difficulties. Christopher Barne, 37, described the alleged Pattaya robbery in a video uploaded to his YouTube channel on October 21. He also shared CCTV footage of the … The story American YouTuber posts CCTV of alleged Pattaya attack and robbery as seen on Thaiger News.

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Pakistani Shop Owner Arrested for 19-Year Thai ID Fraud

A Pakistani fabric shop owner was arrested in Pattani after police accused him of paying 100,000 baht to obtain a Thai ID card using another person’s identity, which he allegedly used for nearly 19 years. The 54 year old businessman, identified by the pseudonym Anwar, was detained at his home and fabric shop in central … The story Pakistani shop owner arrested over 19-year Thai identity fraud as seen on Thaiger News.

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TTB Launches Tax-Deductible Fund Options for Year-End Planning

TMBThanachart Bank (TTB) has launched a year-end campaign promoting its range of tax-deductible RMF and ThaiESG funds, categorized into four investment styles to match different risk appetites and financial goals. The bank emphasizes that early tax planning allows more systematic investing and better long-term wealth building.

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Anutin Orders Motorcycle Taxis Back to Orange Vests Over Safety Concerns

Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul ordered motorcycle taxi drivers nationwide to revert to orange safety vests after admitting he was unaware of the switch to blue vests, which were criticized as unsafe and invisible at night. The policy change had cost drivers 550 baht each for approximately 5,000 vests. Anutin promised to address the financial burden on drivers, while some have already returned to their original orange vests.

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Thai PBS Verify Releases Guide to Spotting AI Fake Videos

Thai PBS Verify has published a comprehensive guide for identifying AI-generated fake videos, which are becoming increasingly sophisticated and widespread. The guide categorizes fake content into three types — fully synthetic, manipulated authentic footage, and real footage used out of context — and outlines practical verification steps including context checking, reverse image searches, and audio analysis. Experts warn that detection tools alone are insufficient as AI technology evolves rapidly, emphasizing the need for critical thinking before sharing sensational clips.

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Pattaya Police Raid 12 Firms in 800M Baht Nominee Land Probe

Police investigating suspected illegal foreign ownership in Pattaya searched 12 locations and identified nominee land and luxury homes worth more than 800 million baht yesterday, October 21. The raids also uncovered more than 100 computers at a luxury house occupied by three Chinese men. The Department of Lands and Chon Buri Provincial Commerce Office conducted … The story Pattaya raids target 12 firms in 800m baht nominee land probe as seen on Thaiger News.

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Jackie's 33rd Birthday Surprise Sparks Romance Rumors With Top Thasapol

Thai actress Jackie Cha Kowlin celebrated her 33rd birthday with a surprise party, where a man in a white shirt filming the event sparked rumors he is actor Top Thasapol. Jackie's mother posted a birthday message stating her daughter is 'not single this year,' which fans took as confirmation of a relationship. Fellow celebrities also commented on the pair's apparent chemistry.

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Tourism

TAT Leads 14 Thai Operators to ITB Asia in Singapore

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) led a delegation of 14 Thai tourism operators to ITB Asia 2026 in Singapore to promote Thailand as a wellness and sustainable tourism destination. The event aims to secure at least 266 business meetings and boost tourist arrivals from Singapore and the wider ASEAN region during the year-end holiday season.

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