At the ‘THAILAND 2025: Opportunity • Hope • Reality’ event, Clinical Professor Dr. Saran Boonbaichaipruk, Chairman of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), emphasized the transformative potential of AI in shaping Thailand’s future. He stressed the NBTC’s commitment to promoting AI access across all regions, ensuring that even remote areas can benefit from advanced digital technologies via telecommunications systems.

Dr. Saran discussed how AI is already integrated into daily life through devices like smartphones and IoT, collecting and analyzing personal data to improve user experiences. He noted that AI has the potential to solve complex problems that humans cannot, while also raising ethical and safety concerns. The NBTC aims to support AI adoption in key sectors, including healthcare, finance, transportation, and education.

Looking ahead, Dr. Saran outlined plans for international cooperation to enhance AI infrastructure, increase frequency allocation, and improve network efficiency. He highlighted the growing demand for mobile broadband in Thailand, with 5G playing a crucial role in sectors such as agriculture, urban management, and education. The NBTC will expand 5G coverage to ensure equitable access to high-speed internet and modernize Universal Service Obligation (USO) centers, particularly for the public health system.

The Chairman also announced initiatives to foster innovation and fair competition, including Regulatory Sandboxes to allow AI trials in areas like predictive maintenance and data-driven services. The NBTC will work closely with the private sector to create a robust AI ecosystem while ensuring safety standards and fair competition.

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