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Thai farmers are getting high-tech help to solve a costly problem: too much fruit at harvest time crashes prices and wastes crops. A new pilot program is testing smart farming tools across five provinces to boost soil health, cut waste, and open new markets.
Thailand's government is elevating homegrown food innovation to the world stage, with 20 startups from 10 countries joining the nation's flagship foodtech accelerator. The program has already helped launch over 100 startups and raised more than $140 million in funding.
Thailand's national research institute just partnered with a cross-border venture studio to transform government-backed scientific breakthroughs into global businesses. The collaboration could position Thailand as a major innovation exporter in health, sustainability, and agriculture.
EssilorLuxottica just opened a massive 5,000-square-meter research center in Thailand to develop the next generation of smart glasses and medical lenses. The move transforms the Southeast Asian nation into a powerhouse for eyewear innovation, from lab discovery to factory floor.
Thailand just made cutting-edge research labs accessible to thousands of small businesses. A new online platform lets companies tap into national scientific expertise for just a fraction of the normal cost.
Thailand's youth aren't just complaining about mental health struggles anymore. They're sitting at the policy table designing real solutions with government officials.
A new collaboration between Thailand's top hospital and engineers creates a space where doctors and tech experts can rapidly design personalized medical devices together. The "Osscentric Sandbox" aims to transform patient care while positioning Thailand as a global medical technology leader.
Thailand just became the first country in Southeast Asia to introduce ISO 56001, a global framework helping businesses turn ideas into real results. Over 70% of Thai companies lack structured innovation systems, but this new standard could change that.
Thailand and Hong Kong are joining forces to accelerate sustainable development through green technology and finance partnerships. The collaboration combines Thailand's renewable energy innovation with Hong Kong's global financial expertise.
Thailand's cement manufacturers are launching a groundbreaking mobile carbon capture pilot that could transform how one of the world's most polluting industries reaches net zero emissions. This project brings together international partners and an $8 million investment to test cutting-edge technology across real cement plants.
Bangkok's NEXTOPIA shopping center just became the world's first retail space to earn both EDGE and Fitwel certifications while running entirely on clean energy. This isn't just about one mall—it's a blueprint for sustainable shopping centers worldwide.
Chulalongkorn University and TOA Paint are joining forces to bridge classroom learning with real-world industry challenges. Students will gain hands-on experience while researchers develop practical solutions for Thailand's future.
ION Energy just became the first clean energy company to receive funding from Thailand's Innovation ONE Fund, marking a major milestone for the country's solar sector. The investment will power a smart platform that helps homeowners track and optimize their solar energy use in real time.
Six young entrepreneurs from Durban University are traveling to Thailand to tackle global challenges and learn how to turn their startups into real solutions. They're joining 90 innovators from around the world to build businesses that heal the planet.
Thailand is transforming from the "Kitchen of the World" into a global food innovation powerhouse. A new program backed by government and major corporations is helping startups turn scientific breakthroughs into real products that could change how we eat.