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The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) is pushing for the transition of analogue radio stations to digital radio from 2025, aiming to improve service standards and help stakeholders handle digital disruption.

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Senate committee mulls use of foreign satellites

A Senate committee on information technology, communication and telecommunications on Tuesday met to discuss the state telecom regulator's plan to revise regulations governing the use of foreign-owned satellites to provide domestic telecoms services.

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Parties to forgo auction for orbital slots

All private and public stakeholders in the satellite business have agreed that the allocation of rights to use two unsold satellite orbital slots be accomplished by any method except an auction.

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NBTC position draws 7 applicants

Seven people have applied for the post of secretary-general of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) as of Friday, with the agency extending the application deadline from Friday to May 7 after opening on March 20.

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NBTC board approves guidelines for AIS purchase of 3BB

The board of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) meeting on Wednesday approved in principle guidelines for the purchase of fixed broadband service 3BB by Advanced Info Service (AIS) and its investment in Jasmine Broadband Internet Infrastructure Fund (JASIF).

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The ins and outs of the 'must have' rule

Though the initial goal of the "must have" rule was to ensure the Thai TV audience had access to popular global sporting events, the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has determined that the rule is causing more problems than benefits for the industry.

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NBTC recruitment at risk of being scrapped

The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission's (NBTC) recruitment process for a secretary-general risks being invalid or scrapped as the process has yet to obtain formal approval from its board to start the recruitment, said a commissioner who requested anonymity.

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NBTC risks free World Cup coverage

A special meeting of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission's (NBTC) board agreed in principle on Thursday to cancel the regulator's "must have rule".

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NBTC launches search for secretary-general

The Office of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) started the recruitment process for a new secretary-general on Monday, running to April 7.

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Thaicom to capitalise on the space economy

SET-listed satellite service provider Thaicom has entered a new chapter as it won orbital slots in the January auction for geostationary satellites, explores developing businesses related to low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellites, and continues work on space tech innovation with partners.

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'Must have, must carry' rule to end

The National Broadcasting and Telecommunication Commission's (NBTC) Television Broadcasting Service Subcommittee on Thursday agreed to cancel its "must have, must carry" rule.

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NBTC chair defends his hiring process

The chairman of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has insisted that his selection method for the regulator's new secretary-general complies with his authority and responsibility under the law.

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NBTC hiring process faced with legal threats

The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission's (NBTC) selection process for a new secretary-general could risk a legal challenge from applicants if it is not an open process, according to a commissioner who requested anonymity.

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NBTC hiring process thrown into question

The chairman of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) board does not want the hiring of a new secretary-general to be carried out via an open process, saying the recruitment falls under his own authority, according to a commissioner who requested anonymity.

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Journalists union urges end to culture of chronic overworking

The Thai Journalists Association (TJA) has urged media organisations to protect journalists' labour rights, calling for more transparent discussions about their long working hours.

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Regulator pursues options for unsold satellite packages

The telecom regulator's subcommittee responsible for satellite business has proposed the allocation of satellite orbital slots unsold from January's auction through any means except auction during this year.

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NBTC urged to hire new secretary-general

The chairman of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has been pressured by some commissioners into starting the process of recruiting a new secretary-general, according to a board member.

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Promises of 'fair' energy

Deputy Prime Minister and Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) leader Gen Prawit Wongsuwon has caused a big splash in politics with his two "open letters", adding some colour to predictable Thai politics.

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Bid to rejig allocation criteria

As no bids were made for two of the five satellite orbital slot packages available in the auction on Jan 15, the telecom regulator wants to adjust its slot allocation criteria to ensure they will eventually be used.

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NT to play key role bringing Bangkok cables underground

Bangkok underground cable conduits owned by National Telecom (NT) are slated to be leveraged to support government efforts to move telecom cables underground and beautify the capital's landscape.

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NBTC, DES Ministry to discuss security

The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) plans to hold talks with the Digital Economy and Society (DES) Ministry to allocate some satellite orbital slots for use specifically for the country's security.

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Thaicom, NT win satellite slot bids as auction raises B806m

A total of 806.5 million baht was raised from the country's first auction of satellite orbital slot packages on Sunday, which saw SET-listed satellite service operator Thaicom secure two out of five packages and state enterprise National Telecom (NT) obtain one.

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Satellite auction set to raise B700m for NBTC

Winning bids of at least 700 million baht are expected from the auction of satellite orbital slots this Sunday, says the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC).

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Trio passes satellite orbital slot bid checks

The three companies that submitted envelopes to join the satellite orbital slot auction slated for Jan 15 have preliminarily passed qualification checks by the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) with their names set to be officially approved by the telecom regulator on Tuesday, according to a source at the…

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NBTC calls for laws to be amended to govern OTT

The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) says the Computer-related Crime Act and the NBTC Act may have to be amended to help govern over-the-top (OTT) platforms to ensure fairness and competition.

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