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Thailand’s PDPA: Enforcement in Action and Cross-Border Data Transfers

Naytiwut Jamallsawat 3 September, 2025

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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Foreign Satellite Operators in Thailand: NBTC Approval and Equipment Licensing Requirements

John Formichella 28 August, 2025

Thailand is attracting increasing interest from global satellite companies seeking to provide connectivity services within the country. One particular operator, equipped with direct satellite-to-device capabilities, has pointed out the regulatory challenges of entering Thailand without the proper approvals. Although the

Partner-Market Partnerships: Foreign Telcos and Type I Licensing in Thailand

John Formichella 20 August, 2025

Thailand’s Type 1 license regime presents two contrasting stories: on one hand, the fall of many domestic retail MVNOs (see https://fosrlaw.com/2025/thailand-mvno-type-1-license-challenges/); on the other, the steady, behind-the-scenes activity of foreign operators working through partner-market agreements. Our accompanying articles help explain these different paths, showing why local MVNOs faced challenges while foreign carriers continue to use Type 1 licensing to support enterprises. … Read More

Why so few MVNOs? It’s the economics. An in-depth look at MVNOs in Thailand Under the NBTC Type 1 License?

John Formichella 18 August, 2025

Thailand’s telecom regulator, the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), has introduced the Type 1 telecommunications license to encourage more competition among service providers, including Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs). These operators, by design, don’t own their own telecommunications infrastructure

Why The NBTC Might Say No: Unraveling Thailand’s Type III License Rejections

Naytiwut Jamallsawat 5 August, 2025

NBTC’s Discretionary Rejections of Type III License Applications Thailand’s telecom regulator, the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), has shown that meeting formal criteria on paper does not guarantee license approval. The NBTC actively exercises discretion to deny Type III

Thailand’s Media Revolution: Navigating Broadcasting, OTT, and Film Laws in 2025

Naytiwut Jamallsawat 29 July, 2025

Thailand’s media landscape is undergoing a seismic shift in 2025! From stringent NBTC broadcasting rules to emerging OTT regulations and film censorship reforms, the Kingdom is balancing innovation with tradition. Discover lucrative incentives for foreign productions—up to 30% cash rebates—and navigate compliance challenges with expert insights from Formichella & Sritawat. Dive into the future of Thailand’s media revolution today! … Read More

Thailand’s NBTC vs. ITU: Navigating Telecom Rules with a Local Twist

Naytiwut Jamallsawat 24 July, 2025

Thailand Telecommunications: Does the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission align with the International Telecommunications Union Guidelines? Although the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) (see https://fosrlaw.com/2021/thailands-telecommunications-business-act/) considers the guidelines of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), it often aligns with these

Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Big Data in Thailand: Legal and Regulatory Developments 2025

Supitchaya Akeyati 8 July, 2025

1. Introduction to AI in Thailand Thailand continues to develop as a regional leader in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and big data regulation, balancing innovation with legal protections. In 2025, the legal environment will be shaped by existing

AI Regulation in Thailand: What Foreign and Domestic Providers Should Know

Naytiwut Jamallsawat 3 July, 2025

Thailand is establishing a regulatory framework for artificial intelligence, adopting a rights-based and risk-focused approach that will soon influence both domestic and international AI service providers. Introduction Thailand is developing formal regulations for artificial intelligence (AI) through a novel legal

GDPR vs. Thailand PDPA: Substantive Legal Comparison June 2025

Supitchaya Akeyati 24 June, 2025

Explore a detailed comparison of GDPR vs. Thailand’s PDPA, highlighting key differences in enforcement, fines, data subject rights, and cross-border transfers. Understand compliance challenges and practical implications for businesses navigating Thailand’s evolving data protection landscape. … Read More