The city of Pakse will construct new walking streets and night markets in the town center by mid-2023 to attract more domestic and international visitors.
Thailand Sets 14 May Election, Populist Party Tops Polls
BANGKOK (AP) — Thailand’s general election will take place on 14 May, the country’s election regulator said Tuesday, one day after the dissolution of Parliament initiated by Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha, who is seeking a fresh term.
OneHypernet extends wholesale FX rates to SMEs
SMEs are often misled by money transfer pricing
Comparing the cost of money transfers can be tricky because providers present their FX rates and fees differently. Some charge variable fees, some charge fixed fees, and some simply present an FX rate that includes a mark-up.
This makes a like-for-like comparison of FX rates and fees difficult. Instead of comparing fees or FX rates, SMEs should consider the foreign currency amount that needs to be transferred, then compare the final payment in their local currency (net of any fees and cashback).
For example, for a Singapore based SME that is making a payment of MYR 150,000 to Malaysia, the comparison should be made between the final cost in SGD of executing this payment via the different providers.

The interbank / mid-market or “Google” rate may not be the best rate
Many providers claim to offer transparent pricing by charging a variable fee on top of the interbank rate. However, SMEs should be mindful that this can also be misleading.
For example, if the provider offers a mark-up of 0.50% over the interbank rate, the SME may believe that their “cost” is only 0.50%, because interbank rates are mistakenly used as a proxy for the best possible FX rate.
This is not always the case because money transfer rates can often be better than interbank rates, sometimes by as much as 3%. In this example, if the SME had used a platform with a better FX rate, they could have saved 3.5% on their money transfer, or S$1,575 for a typical SME remittance of SGD 45,000.
Save more with OneHypernet
OneHypernet conducted a comparison of the cost of sending MYR 150,000 on 21 Mar 2023 from popular providers in Singapore. The results showed that SMEs using OneHypernet for their remittances can save up to S$745 for this transaction.
Signing up for a OneHypernet account is free and takes less than a minute via Myinfo / Singpass. For more information, please visit www.onehypernet.com
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OneHypernet connects the world’s foreign exchange markets on a unified ecosystem powered by enterprise blockchain technology, and has been awarded the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)’s Financial Sector Technology and Innovation (FSTI) Proof of Concept (POC) grant.
Graphisoft’s Archicad Collaborate makes leading BIM technology more accessible through new subscription offering
With Archicad Collaborate, architects now have easy, affordable access to powerful BIM technology for design and cloud collaboration.
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – Media OutReach – 22 March 2023 – Graphisoft, the leading Building Information Modeling (BIM) software solutions developer for architecture and engineering, today introduces Archicad Collaborate. This subscription-based offer combines award-winning Archicad for architectural design with BIMcloud SaaS for fast, efficient, secure access to shared projects in real-time — all at an affordable price point.
Unlike other BIM software providers that charge additional fees for cloud services, Archicad Collaborate lowers the barrier to entry by offering award-winning BIMcloud SaaS as part of the Archicad subscription price in the user-friendly online Graphisoft Store. “Customers demand powerful solutions that are easy to acquire, learn, and use,” said Márton Kiss, Vice President of Product Success at Graphisoft. “Archicad Collaborate allows practices to acquire both Archicad and BIMcloud SaaS at a price even smaller firms can afford.”
Archicad Collaborate includes:
- Archicad— a robust design solution with a world-renowned user-friendly interface that makes it the most efficient and intuitive BIM software on the market.
- BIMcloud Software as a Service — users access their data via a secure cloud solution for fast, flexible, secure access to shared projects in real-time.
- Exclusive data and collaboration services that maximize the value of the subscription, including access to Graphisoft Learn courses and training materials; emergency licenses and technical support; Redshift by Maxon, a high-end rendering tool; PARAM-O, a parametric object design tool; the Library Part Maker add-on for creating detailed Library objects; and Python API for customized and automated Archicad workflows.
When asked about the benefits of using Archicad with BIMcloud SaaS, Peter Snellman, Partner and Design Director at Tillberg Design said, “Working on the same Archicad model from different countries, we have fewer problems.”
“With Archicad Collaborate, you can start your project on BIMcloud SaaS, a secure cloud platform built for sharing and collaborating with your team — without additional hardware investments or IT experience,” Márton Kiss added. “Using Archicad‘s powerful and proven tools, you can design great buildings with your team and share them with customers and clients — anywhere in the world!”
Archicad Collaborate is now available in Asia Pacific except for China in the Graphisoft Store.
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Graphisoft® empowers teams to design great buildings through award-winning software solutions, learning programs, and professional services for the AEC industry. Our award-winning products and solutions support OPEN BIM for workflow transparency, longevity, and data accessibility for built assets. Archicad®, the architects’ BIM software of choice, offers a complete end-to-end design and documentation workflow for architectural and integrated architectural and engineering practices of any size. BIMx®, the most popular mobile and web BIM app, extends the BIM experience to include all stakeholders in the building design, delivery, and operations lifecycle. BIMcloud®, the AEC industry’s first and most advanced cloud-based team collaboration solution, makes real-time collaboration possible across the globe regardless of the size of the project and the speed or quality of the team members’ network connection. DDScad solutions support users with intelligent Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) design tools, integrated calculations, and comprehensive documentation of all building system disciplines. DDScad Architect & Construction is developed for architects, building contractors, and industrialized timber frame housing manufacturers in Scandinavian markets. Graphisoft is part of the Nemetschek Group. To learn more, visit
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Infineon and Delta Electronics to collaborate on electromobility; Memorandum of Understanding extends long-term partnership from industrial to automotive applications

Today, both companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding that will deepen their joint innovation activities to provide more efficient and higher-density solutions for the fast-growing market of electric vehicles (EV). The agreement covers a wide range of components such as high- voltage and low-voltage discretes and modules as well as microcontrollers to be used in EV drivetrain applications such as traction inverters, DC-DC converters and on-board chargers.
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Since 2011, Delta has been listed on the DJSI World Index of Dow Jones Sustainability™ Indices for 12 consecutive years. In 2022, Delta was also recognized by CDP with double A List for its substantial contribution to climate change and water security issues and named Supplier Engagement Leader for its continuous development of a sustainable value chain.
Youth Aspirations Lighting up the curiosity of “Generation Z” around the world
The Chinese Association for Radio, Film & TV Exchanges, together with Yoywow Communications presents outstanding “Chinese Generation Z” content creators to the world, aiming to connect and communicate with teenagers all over the world.
BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach – 21 March 2023 – In March 2023, the Chinese Association for Radio, Film & TV Exchanges launched a campaign “Youth Aspirations” together with Chinese and foreign scientists, artists, and “Chinese Generation Z” content creators to convey the power of contemporary “Chinese Generation Z” role models.
The event aims to show the talents of exceptional content creators from Generation Z in China to young people all over the world. The Chinese Association for Radio, Film & TV Exchanges, Yoywow Communications will share the stories of advanced and outstanding peers of Chinese Generation Z in the online space to the whole world, and promote cultural exchange and mutual learning among Chinese and other civilizations. The Chinese Association for Radio, Film & TV Exchanges, Yoywow Communications have put forward a proposal for the global Generation Z: Pay attention to the works of outstanding Chinese teenagers and share Chinese teenagers positive stories that can guide and inspire all young people towards a healthy and meaningful future. The Chinese Association for Radio, Film & TV Exchanges, Yoywow Communications believe that the accomplishments of these young individuals represent the new power of China’s future.
The event was officially launched in China in October 2022, as role model education is an essential aspect of everyone’s development, particularly for young people’s socialization and growth. The Chinese Association for Radio, Film & TV Exchanges, Yoywow Communications want to encourage more young people to ignite their curiosity and thirst for knowledge about the world.
At this event, people all over the world will witness the remarkable talents of Chinese teenagers with their unique skills, who will share their inspiring stories of growth and personal development with their peers. The Chinese teenagers will engage in conversations with scientists, artists, and various big shots from all walks of life. The Chinese teenagers will visit villages across China, and immerse in local traditional culture and intangible cultural heritage projects to appreciate the beauty of Chinese culture.
This event will show the young generation of China to the world, listen to international voices, create diverse cultural exchange scenes, respect differences, understand the importance of individuality, and jointly support the healthy growth and development of young people. The Chinese Association for Radio, Film & TV Exchanges, Yoywow Communications believe that everyone’s sharing will have a profound and lasting impact on the growth and well-being of young people worldwide through this collaboration.
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New Research Reveals That Employees with All Levels of Digital Skills Boost Hong Kong’s Annual GDP by US $47.5 billion
AWS has trained over 100,000 individuals in Hong Kong with cloud skills since 2014
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 21 March 2023 – Amazon Web Services (AWS), an Amazon.com company, today released new research that shows that employees with basic through to advanced digital skill levels in Hong Kong increases the city’s annual gross domestic product (GDP) by US $47.5 billion. Employees who use advanced digital skills – including cloud architecture or software development – contribute an estimated US $5.4 billion to Hong Kong’s GDP. This is attributed to the 58% higher salaries that these employees earn compared to those with a similar education who do not use digital skills at work.
The “AWS Hong Kong Digital Skills Study: The Economic Benefits of a Tech-Savvy Workforce,” commissioned by AWS and conducted by Gallup, examined how building a technology-enabled workforce has significant benefits for employees, organizations, and economies. More than 300 employers were surveyed in Hong Kong from a variety of public and private sector organizations and industries. The study classifies basic digital skills as the ability to use email, word processors, other office productivity software, and social media. Intermediate digital skills include drag-and-drop website design, troubleshooting applications, and data analysis. Advanced digital skills include cloud architecture or maintenance, software or application development, artificial intelligence (AI), and machine learning.
The study found that advanced digital employees in Hong Kong are benefitting from more than just a boost in their income. The average employees with advanced digital skills earn 58% more than similar employees who do not use digital skills which translates into individual gains of USD $19,699. 50% employees in Hong Kong who use advanced digital skills express higher job satisfaction, compared to 26% with intermediate skills and 36% with basic digital skills.
Similarly, employers that rely heavily on advanced digitally-skilled employees, digital technology, and cloud technology reap higher business growth and innovation. The study found that 65% of digitally advanced organizations in Hong Kong introduced new, innovative products in the last two years, compared to 51% of their less digital counterparts. 57% of Hong Kong organizations that run most of their business on the cloud report steady annual revenue growth of 10% or more, compared to 30% of those that use the cloud for some of its business. The study also shows that companies in Hong Kong running most of their business on the cloud boast innovation rates 35 percentage points higher than companies that use the cloud for some of its business or do not use it at all (84% vs. 49%).
With many organizations now preparing for the challenges of a digital future, the Gallup study looked at 10 emerging technologies including AI, edge and quantum computing, blockchain, and cryptocurrency. 58% of employers in Hong Kong say at least one of these technologies is likely to become a standard part of their future business operations, with 5G and Artificial Intelligence ranking the highest at 36% and 28%.
“People in Hong Kong are increasingly going digital, from the way they work to the way they live. This research shows that digital skills provide immense economic value to Hong Kong at the individual, organizational, and macroeconomic level,” said Gallup Principal Economist, Dr. Jonathan Rothwell. “As more organizations move their IT to the cloud over the next decade and new technologies emerge, digitization is going to fuel a vast number of new jobs. The opportunity for Hong Kong to be competitive in the digital economy depends on having a robust and highly skilled workforce to support current and future innovations.”
With the digital transformation of businesses and government agencies accelerating around the world, demand for digital workers will remain strong in the coming years. 77% of Hong Kong employers surveyed reported they were seeking to fill openings that require digital skills, but 72% said it is challenging to find the talent they need. A possible barrier is that 31% of Hong Kong organizations prefer a bachelor’s degree, even for entry-level IT staff. However, many are starting to recognize that accepting industry certifications can ease their hiring challenges. 69% of employers say that digital certifications or training courses are acceptable substitutes for a bachelor’s degree.
“AWS is committed to supporting digital talent cultivation and organizations’ digital transformation in Hong Kong, as we believe that a strong pipeline of digital talent will bring immense economic benefits and is essential for Hong Kong to remain competitive in the global economy. We have trained over 100,000 people with cloud skills in Hong Kong. As we see more and more organizations and corporations working with AWS to upskill and reskill their employees to bridge the digital skills gap, we will continue to expand our digital skills training programs for workers and employers in the region,” said Robert Wang, Managing Director, Hong Kong and Taiwan, AWS.
To help employees develop their digital skills, PCCW Global, a leading international communications service provider, has worked with AWS to help its employees develop digital skills with AWS Skills Guild and Digital Innovation (DI) Program. The company has leveraged AWS Skills Guild to create an enablement program called Cityverse, which has trained hundreds of employees, and will also facilitate colleagues seeking AWS certification in 2023. AWS Skills Guild is a comprehensive skills enablement program that helps organizations accelerate cloud outcomes by creating excitement, increasing employee engagement, and nurturing a culture of learning. PCCW Global also leveraged the AWS Digital Innovation (DI) Program to learn about Amazon’s customer-centric approach to innovation and working backwards mechanisms which accelerate companies’ journeys to adopting the cloud and creating customer-centric products for their customers.
“At PCCW Global, we are committed to drive innovation and upskill digital talent. Through our relationship with AWS, we have been able to comprehensively enhance our impactful skills enablement program. We are confident that a mindset aimed at innovation and transformation will help us remain competitive,” Marc Halbfinger, CEO, PCCW Global said.
Since Amazon’s global commitment to invest hundreds of millions of dollars to provide free cloud computing skills training to 29 million people around the world by 2025, AWS has trained more than 13 million people in digital skills. For more information about our free cloud skills training commitment, visit AboutAmazon.com/29million. Early this year, AWS also announced Team Subscription on Skill Builder, the AWS online learning center in Hong Kong, to help organizations to create a scalable and flexible learning solution by offering self-paced digital training lab, team challenges and expert-led learning plans. The Team Subscription also provides administrative capabilities to assign and track training for teams.
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Since 2006, Amazon Web Services has been the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud offering. AWS has been continually expanding its services to support virtually any cloud workload, and it now has more than 200 fully featured services for compute, storage, databases, networking, analytics, machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), mobile, security, hybrid, virtual and augmented reality (VR and AR), media, and application development, deployment, and management from 99 Availability Zones within 31 geographic regions, with announced plans for 15 more Availability Zones and five more AWS Regions in Canada, Israel, Malaysia, New Zealand, and Thailand. Millions of customers—including the fastest-growing startups, largest enterprises, and leading government agencies—trust AWS to power their infrastructure, become more agile, and lower costs. To learn more about AWS, visit aws.amazon.com.
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AWS Training and Certification equips learners and organizations in more than 200 countries and territories with education resources to build and validate in-demand cloud computing skills. Learners of various skill levels, roles, and backgrounds can build knowledge and practical skills with 600+ free online courses in up to 14 languages on AWS Skill Builder, which is part of Amazon’s commitment to provide 29 million people around the world with free cloud computing skills training by 2025. Since 2020, we’ve helped over 13 million people get cloud skills training for free. Learners can deepen their skills and expertise with live classroom training, and earn AWS Certifications, which demonstrate cloud computing expertise with an industry-recognized credential. We also help cultivate the next generation of cloud professionals through our Education Programs, including AWS Academy, AWS Educate, and AWS re/Start, providing cloud skills training and AWS Certification opportunities to individuals of diverse backgrounds who want to learn cloud or seek a career change. We recently launched two paid digital subscriptions for our digital learning center, AWS Skill Builder: Individual and Team, to support customer learning with highly interactive, challenged-based learning and AWS Certification exam preparation. Learn more aws.amazon.com/training.
Missing Radioactive Capsule Recovered In Thailand

After a days-long search for a missing radioactive capsule, authorities in Thailand managed to find the device on Monday in Eastern Prachin Buri Province.