Thailand’s central bank assesses the chances of bringing centralized and decentralized together. Thailand’s central bank is looking at smart contracts and decentralized finance ( DeFi) implementations ... ( read original story ...)
Iran Says U.S. Humiliated by Rejection of U.N. Arms Embargo Extension
Iran's president said on Saturday the United States suffered a humiliating defeat with the U.N. Security Council's refusal to extend an arms embargo on Tehran, while U.S. Secretary of State Mike ... ( read original story ...)
India will provide ID cards that store all your medical data
India is about to make a big gamble on health data. The country has announced plans (via NDTV) to give every Indian a “Health ID” card that stores medical information like conditions and prescriptions ... ( read original story ...)
Kemp Extends GA Virus Restrictions; Allows Limited Mask Mandates
Gov. Kemp's order allows local governments to issue mask mandates on public property if they "meet specific health-related metrics." ... ( read original story ...)
Distressed Hotel Asset Sales in Thailand May Turn Into a Gold Mine for International Chains
Thai real estate developers with hospitality ventures are on the prowl as expectations mount that distressed hotel assets will be availablle. ( read original story ...)
How pandemic has turned into a wok in the park for Camile Thai founder Brody Sweeney
Brody Sweeney, the boss of Camile Thai, is feeling lucky — and guilty. The impact of Covid-19, which sucker-punched many food businesses across Ireland, has barely registered at his takeaway chain. ( read original story ...)
Pakistan on track of success, progress, says Sh Rashid
Railways Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmad said on Saturday that Pakistan was on road to success and progress under the leadership of Prime Minister Imran Khan. Addressing the press conference at the ... ( read original story ...)
Pakistan major force in regional peace and prosperity: Yao Jing
Chinese Ambassador Yao Jing said at a webinar that Pakistan has established a respectful position for itself in the international community through making dedicated efforts to maintain regional peace ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong journalists harassed, arrested and lose press freedoms under new China law
The raid this week of Apple Daily's newsroom and leadership changes at broadcaster iCable highlight the shrinking space for independent journalism as Beijing exerts more control over a once ... ( read original story ...)
I won’t be intimidated, says Hong Kong tycoon arrested under security law
During Jimmy Lai’s 40 hours in police custody this week, the Hong Kong media mogul had plenty of time to reflect on the prospect that he could face life behind bars for his outspoken criticisms of ... ( read original story ...)