Thailand's business and technology sectors are witnessing significant advancements and changes, marked by key developments from major companies and local governance shifts. Intel has officially expanded its Xeon processor lineup with the introduction of the Granite Rapids series, targeting enterprise-level servers amid intensifying competition with AMD and NVIDIA.
The latest Xeon processors promise enhanced performance, especially for applications involving artificial intelligence, security, and energy efficiency, addressing the needs of hyperscalers and cloud providers.
Intel's Granite Rapids and Sierra Forest processors are divided primarily between performance cores (P-core) and efficient cores (E-core), allowing clients to choose the right capabilities based on their workload demands. While Granite Rapids targets high-performance enterprise servers, Sierra Forest focuses on energy efficiency for large-scale cloud operations.
New chipset options include the Xeon 6300P, aimed at small to medium businesses and edge computing, alongside the Granite Rapids series which can reach up to 86 cores and enhanced AI capabilities.
On the corporate front, DEXON Technology has announced achieving record revenues of 757 million THB for 2023, marking a 17% growth from the previous year. Their ambitious target for 2025 is set at 900 million THB, fueled by substantial expansion efforts both domestically and internationally.
Dr. Mallika Kaekla, CEO of DEXON Technology, stated, "The revenue growth is driven by international market engagements and innovative technological offerings," emphasizing the company's focus on advanced engineering inspection technologies.
Political changes also unfolded recently with the induction of Phinyapach Sansaniyachivin as the new senator, following the unfortunate passing of Suparn. This transition maintains the continuity within the Thai Senate, underscoring the importance of stable governance.
Phinyapach's induction was conducted according to constitutional protocols, showcasing the procedural integrity of governmental transitions.
Meanwhile, the Bank of Thailand is stepping up its efforts against financial fraud through new regulatory measures introduced during discussions held on February 18, 2025. Deputy Governor Rung Malikaemas highlighted the need for stringent monitoring of suspicious financial accounts, stating, "We must remain vigilant against financial fraud; our new measures are defined for strict adherence by all banks."
This new framework includes refined classifications of high-risk accounts and mandates proactive measures by banking institutions to deter potential fraud effectively.
Through enhanced collaboration and communication, the Bank of Thailand aims to create industry-wide standards for combating financial crimes, anticipating the rollout of these measures to take shape effectively by March.
These developments reflect broader trends within Thailand’s business and regulatory environments as technology continues to play a pivotal role. With Intel striving for competitiveness, DEXON’s impressive financial performance, Phinyapach's induction, and the Bank of Thailand’s proactive measures against financial fraud, Thailand’s economic and political landscapes are rapidly adapting to modern challenges and opportunities.