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August 16, 2022 – The Chaipattana Foundation, dtac, and the National Electronics and Computer Technology Center (NECTEC), which is part of the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), today inked the second phase of their co-research initiative into Lingzhi mushroom smart farming, brining 5G technology, Internet of things (IoT) and machine learning to the project following initial success in growing Lingzhi mushroom in single digit degrees Celsius. The initiative is conducted at the foundation’s Highland Agriculture Research and Development Project, Fang subdistrict, Chiangmai province, and is aimed at promoting digital and management skills through greenhouse cultivation among Thai farmers, resulting in a better quality of life and sustainable income generation. Dr. Sumet Tantivejkul, secretary-general of the Chaipattana Foundation, said, “This collaboration of the Chaipattana Foundation, dtac, and the NECTEC marks the continuity of our co-research that goes back to our first experiment in the winter of 2019. All of us contributed to a successful experiment and development of devices that controlled the mushroom’s greenhouse environment. Thanks to our efforts, the controlled environment came significantly close to the real environment that best supports growing Lingzhi mushrooms. Now, we have embarked on this new collaboration to support continued academic and manufacturing-technology…

dtac customers who sign up today get 7-day free max-speed social media usage on Facebook, Instagram, LINE, Messenger, and Twitter dtac Mobile ID users no longer need to use an ID card when registering a new SIM, conducting banking transactions, or receiving government and private-sector services such as electronic driving licenses   16 June 2022 – dtac invites customers to register for its Mobile ID service for identity verification. Identity verification is currently required for a multitude of electronic transactions, such as for obtaining a DLT QR License (digital driving license), tax e-Filing, sending or receiving parcels with Thailand Post, opening a stock account with the Securities Authority of Thailand, opening a savings account at Bangkok Bank, and registering for an online account with the Social Security Office. Electronic ID availability and requirements vary among service providers. In addition to the many conveniences Mobile ID offers, dtac customers registering for the service can also enjoy free maximum-speed social media usage for 7 days on Facebook, Instagram, LINE, Messenger, and Twitter. Mr. How Lih Ren, Chief Marketing Officer of dtac, elaborates, “dtac has developed our Mobile ID service platform to replace ID cards with mobile phone numbers. This complies with the…

Launch of 5G IoT Solutions at Thailand 5G Summit 2022 5G Experts Share Experiences on Digital Transformation at the Summit   June 15, 2022 – dtac is steadily introducing new 5G IoT technologies and 5G Private Network to support Thailand’s economic recuperation. In particular, the Company’s goal is to facilitate the digital transformation of the industrial sector by promoting Smart Factories, Smart Logistics, and Smart Utilities. Stakeholders in the manufacturing industry and other large enterprises are invited to discover the latest 5G trends at the Thailand 5G Summit 2022, organized by the Digital Economy Promotion Agency (DEPA). The event will be held 16-17 June 2022 on the 22nd floor of the Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Center, Central World, Bangkok. Mr. Sadat Ibne Zaman, Chief Business Officer, Total Access Communication PLC or dtac, said, "Investing in 5G is key to the revitalization of the industrial sector, and it is essential today to transform digitally to support business recuperation. As an enabler of digitalization for the industrial and corporate sectors in Thailand, dtac believes that 5G is essential to unlocking Thailand’s full potential during this period of economic and tourism recuperation.” According to a report from The Office of Industrial Economics…

June 9, 2022 – Thai people are famous the world over for their generosity and fun-loving nature. Equally linked to the Thai identity is a strong belief in the supernatural. We see it everywhere: white cars covered with “This vehicle is red” stickers, people wearing certain colors on certain days, auspicious bracelets and amulets paired with professional suits, lucky wallpaper adorning mobile phone home screens, and mystical tattoos with protective properties. Then there’s the obsession with lucky numbers. Many Thais look out for lucky numbers to try at lottery drawings twice a month, while others pay extra for lucky mobile phone numbers – all in search of better fortune. Thais have faith in and find courage from the supernatural and are truly “superstitious” or on the path of “Mutelu”.  A recent study by Mahidol University’s College of Management, titled “Marketing in the Uncertain World”, revealed that more than 52 million Thais believe in the supernatural. Of them, 58 per cent have developed superstitious beliefs as a result of the people around them. The superstitious side of Thai people is most visible during phases of uncertainty, or around the time of key decisions. The COVID-19 pandemic is one such example. Over…

Pioneering technologies to better study Lingzhi mushroom cultivation 5G network is deployed to support agriculture with IoT and machine learning The project aims to increase annual yield and farmer revenue in cold climates   May 19, 2022 – dtac, together with Chaipattana Foundation and the National Electronics and Computer Technology Center (NECTEC, under the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), announced a major breakthrough in their quest to farm Lingzhi mushrooms in single-digit temperatures (off-season) through 5G networks on 700 MHz spectrum equipped with internet of things (IoT) and machine learning (ML) technology. This collaboration is enabling researchers to collect important data about cultivation factors and record high-resolution multispectral images for crop inspection. The partnership, continuing to focus on Lingzhi mushroom cultivation, also brings in the expertise of a new academic partner, the National Biobank. The resulting knowledge and expertise will be passed on to farmers in cold-weather areas, sustainably raising their quality of life and revenue. The medicinal mushroom Ganoderma lucidium, commonly called Lingzhi, offers a high commercial value of 2,000 baht per kilogram for dried Lingzhi and 20,000 baht per kilogram for their spores. However, it grows best in warm conditions between 7–10 degrees Celsius. In a…

Temporary network sites rolled out at busy hotspots   April 11, 2022 - dtac is gearing up its network for a busy Thai New Year holiday, deploying mobile cell sites and technological optimization at tourist hotspots across the country to help customers stay connected 24/7 whether in remote areas or across busy homecoming routes. Among the notable sites are Prathat Wayo Temple in Chachoengsao province, Phra Sri Rattana Mahathat in Phitsanulok province, Ao Nang Beach in Krabi and many locations in Chiangmai. Ekkaphon Rueanphit, the administrative officer at Prathat Wayo Temple, said that during the Songkran festival Thais commonly visit temples for prayers and merit-making, which invariably leads to crowding, particularly during the week of April 11–17. Generally, there are more than 10,000 people visiting the temple. As so many people converge, connectivity becomes extremely important, whether for communication, news updates or online payments. Phrathat Wayo Temple is one of the most picturesque tourist destinations in Chachoengsao province, with a beautiful bell-shaped pagoda decorated with yellow, blue and white tiles. Inside the pagoda are many Buddha images and oil paintings depicting scenes from the Buddha’s life. There is also a staircase to the rooftop where visitors can enjoy a view…

January 7, 2022 – On 19 June 2019, dtac TriNet was awarded telecommunications frequency allocation in the 700 MHz spectrum with 713-723 MHz and 768-778 MHz bands. On 7 January 2022, dtac TriNet paid 1,881,488,000 THB for the second installment of the 700 MHz license fee, including VAT. Also included with the payment is the bank guarantee for the remaining outstanding balance of 15,051,904,000 THB, including VAT. The payment was made successfully to the NBTC office as per payment requirements. dtac has deployed a 700 MHz low-frequency band nationwide to expand coverage and capacity of the network as part of a strategy to bring high-speed internet to all subscribers. dtac focuses on continually improving and developing our network for high-speed internet services and expanding the network for more and more coverage. So far, dtac has deployed more than 12,000 base stations for the 700 MHz spectrum, covering 923 districts in all 77 provinces of Thailand. Mr. Sharad Mehrotra, CEO of Total Access Communication PLC – or dtac – said, "Today, dtac is ready to operate in low, medium, and high spectrums to improve the services we offer. We have accelerated our deployment of a 700 MHz spectrum network to provide high-speed…