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Wattay Airport Introduces New Document Examination Machine to Detect Fake Documents

On 12 February, Wattay International Airport introduced a new document examination machine, Video Spectral Comparator (VSC), designed to detect fraudulent travel documents, enhancing the airport’s security measures. Provided by the International Organization for Migration (IOM), the tool is equipped with advanced features to improve the verification process for passports, banknotes,...

Government Assures No Social Media Shutdown After Panic Over Foreign Internet Restrictions

The Ministry of Technology and Communications has released a clarification following widespread panic among...

Laos Sees Growth in Internet Access, Social Media Use in 2024

The use of the internet and social media in Laos observed growth in 2024,...

Laos Adopts Satellite Technology to Boost Carbon Credit Potential

Laos is leveraging satellite remote sensing technology to calculate carbon stocks across nine forest...

Laos, Vietnam Launch Cross-Border QR Code Payment System

On 9 January, Laos and Vietnam officially launched a cross-currency transaction service, connecting their...

Young Professionals in Laos Adopt LinkedIn for Serious Social Media

With LinkedIn reporting rapid growth around the world, the social media platform has also seen increased adoption among professionals in Laos. LinkedIn, founded in 2002,...

Outlook, Teams and Other Microsoft Services Go Down Globally

Thousands of users around the world have been unable to access Teams, Outlook, Microsoft 365, and Xbox Live while Microsoft works on a fix. According...

Despite Slow Growth, Grab is Still Customer Favorite in SE Asia

The Singapore-based multinational technology company is strengthening its position as the most popular food delivery app in SE Asia, even if the superapp is...

BCEL One Now Allows Overseas Funds Transfers

BCEL One has recently implemented a new "SWIFT Transfer" function that allows users to transfer and receive money from all around the world using...

Vietnam’s Internet Speed Affected by Undersea Cable Fault

Due to Monday's technical issues with APG's undersea connection and the ongoing repairs to two additional undersea cables, Vietnam's internet speed will continue to...

Laos, South Korea Allow QR Payments for Travelers

The launch of a cross-border payment service from Banque Pour Le Commerce Exterieur Lao Public (BCEL), and South Korean company GLN International, will provide...