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In today’s interconnected business world, Thailand’s specialized courts act as focused and efficient venues for resolving disputes in areas such as intellectual property, taxation, bankruptcy, and technology-related violations. As of September 30, 2025, these courts and divisions continue to adapt
Payment processors and gateways are essential to Thailand’s digital economy, but operating one is highly regulated. The legal framework is based on the Payment Systems Act B.E. 2560 (2017), supported by a series of Bank of Thailand (BOT) notifications and
Key takeaways for platform operators: Thailand’s competition regulator is moving to formalize conduct standards for large digital platforms, with increased scrutiny of self-preferencing, tying, parity clauses, data use, and discriminatory ranking. The move aligns with global trends led by the
Thailand has strengthened its national cybersecurity framework with the implementation of a Website Security Standard. The standard was officially released on September 16, 2025, and takes effect on the same day. Issued under the Cybersecurity Act B.E. 2562 (2019), this
A dangerous misconception persists in business and media circles: that using the word “alleged” when reporting an accusation provides a safe harbour from defamation claims. In Thailand, this assumption is not only incorrect but can also lead to severe civil
Thailand’s digital regulations are evolving rapidly. The Notification of the Electronic Transactions Commission regarding Measures for Preventing Technology Crimes on Social Media Platform Providers was published in the Royal Gazette on July 4, 2025 (“Notification”). It establishes a strict 24-hour
In June 2025, the Thailand Board of Investment (“BOI”) released Notification No. Por. 8/2568 (the “Notification”), setting out new requirements on how BOI-promoted companies may appoint and retain foreign personnel. The changes mark a shift in regulatory policy, particularly for
Thailand’s Alcoholic Beverage Control Act 2025, effective 8 November, 2025, bans retail alcohol sales from midnight to 11:00 AM, tightens advertising rules, and increases penalties up to 500,000 Baht. It also closes advertising loopholes such as clothing / soda. Hotels may sell 24/7, and low-alcohol drinks are exempt. … Read More
Thailand is rapidly developing one of Asia’s most structured frameworks for digital assets, shifting from outright prohibition to a nuanced model of “regulated innovation.” For legal and fintech professionals, the recent developments offer a masterclass in how a jurisdiction can cautiously open
Thailand’s Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA), enforced since June 2022, demands robust compliance to avoid fines exceeding THB 21.5 million. The PDPC penalizes weak governance, inadequate security, and delayed breach responses. Key steps include appointing Data Protection Officers, implementing encryption, and ensuring 72-hour breach reporting. The PDPA’s cross-border data transfer rules, clarified in 2023, require Standard Contractual Clauses or Binding Corporate Rules for compliance. Adhering to PDPA not only mitigates penalties but boosts consumer trust by 15% and market access by 10%, offering strategic business advantages.
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