The "HP Smart Where IT Matters Study" by Kantar was commissioned by HP and covers 1,200 micro-business owners in four countries: Thailand, the Philippines, Indonesia and Malaysia. The survey found 80% of small Thai firms believe technology can help them deal with business challenges by improving their competitiveness. The survey found 57% of Thai businesses purchase smart printers to leverage the latest tech, enable mobile printing and scanning, and improve efficiency. Members of Gen Z (95%) who are micro-business owners show significantly high interest in purchasing a smart printer, followed by baby boomers (85%) and Gen X (80%). To address the SMEs' needs, HP offers the simpler and affordable HP Smart Tank 700 and 500 series printers.

Napoleon's letters from Russian campaign on sale, hat sets recordA letter sent by Napoleon during the Russian campaign. NEW YORK - Eleven letters sent by Napoleon Bonaparte, including dispatches from the Kremlin, have gone on sale following the blockbuster auction of the diminutive French emperor's hat for $2.1 million. That note does not feature in the latest sale, having been sold for 187,500 euros at a French auction in 2012. A hat belonging to Napoleon sold for a record of nearly two million euros at a French auction on Sunday. It broke the previous record for a Napoleonic hat, held by the same auction house, of 1.88 million euros in 2014, shelled out by a South Korean businessman.

Foreign Affairs Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara chairs a meeting of Thai ambassadors and consul generals posted to 97 countries in Bangkok. The annual meeting highlights the need for the envoys to practise proactive diplomacy in an increasingly polarised world. "Thai people are more aware of foreign affairs, so ambassadors and consuls-general must work fast and be more flexible. I've confidence in their knowledge, capabilities and professionalism in driving proactive diplomacy," he said. Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai said on Monday overseas commercial counsellors will attend the forum with a Thursday workshop by representatives from the Thai Chamber of Commerce, the Federation of Thai Industries, the Thai Bankers' Association, and the Thai National Shippers Council.

Thai stock exchange to restrict short sellingThe Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is asking the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) to impose pricing rules for short selling while the SEC will examine the SET's naked short selling system soon, the regulator said on Monday. The deputy head of the SEC also sought to reassure investors, saying the regulator is investigating naked short selling in the country's stock market by utilising the following procedures. First, the stock exchange has been asked to reimpose the “uptick” rule, a regulation requiring any short sale to take place at a higher price than the stock's last trading price if that stock is down 10% or more from the last trading day's closing price. “The SET's operations have been inspected continuously, including the monitoring of short selling transactions that do not involve naked short selling, which is currently a concern for investors,” she said. The Thai bourse can order a punishment if it finds any practices that do not fall in line with the procedures.

NBTC tightens SIM rulesA photo shows a series of mobile SIM cards being produced at a manufacturing facility. There were 64.5 million people who held between one and five SIM cards or 85.1 million SIM cards in total. There were 286,148 people holding between six and 100 SIM cards or 3.33 million SIM cards in total. Another 7,664 people each hold more than 100 SIM cards or around 6.1 million SIM cards in total. Some people who carry out business hold many SIM cards such as retailers or sellers of SIM cards or mobile handsets, or business owners who distribute mobile SIM cards to employees for use in daily operations.

Six tops and flops at Cricket World CupChampions: Australia's players celebrate. AHMEDABAD (INDIA) - Australia beat India by six wickets to lift their sixth title in the Cricket World Cup in Ahmedabad on Sunday. - TOPS -Afghanistan-- The Afghans enjoyed stellar performances starting with their stunning win over defending champions England. Glenn Maxwell-- Maxwell smashed the tournament's fastest century in 40 balls in a match-winning 106 against the Netherlands in New Delhi. Mathews branded Shakib "disgraceful" and the episode left the cricket world divided and the "spirit of cricket" debate reignited.

Prommin Lertsuridej, secretary-general to the PM, said the 10,000-baht digital money scheme is an economic necessity. The digital wallet scheme is intended to stimulate the economy. "These are the justification for the economic stimulus,'' he said, referring to the digital wallet plan. Dr Prommin said the handout will benefit low-income earners as their spending will help spur economic activity and micro-investment. The digital wallet scheme is intended to increase spending during the six-month period after its launch in May, three months later than originally planned.

Head breaks India hearts as Australia win sixth World Cup titleChampions: Australia's players celebrate with the trophy. AHMEDABAD (INDIA) - Opener Travis Head hit a sparkling 137 to power Australia to a record-extending sixth World Cup title with a convincing six-wicket win over India in Ahmedabad on Sunday. "It's a lot better than seeing the World Cup on the couch at home (on his hand injury). "With 240 on the board, we wanted early wickets but credit to Travis Head and Marnus. India hit back when Mohammed Shami shared the new ball with Jasprit Bumrah and struck on his second delivery to get David Warner caught behind for seven.

Day of destiny for India in World Cup final against Australia'Runs on the board': India captain Rohit Sharma (centre) with his Australia counterpart Pat Cummins at the toss. AHMEDABAD (INDIA) - India carried the hopes of billions of fans in the cricket crazy country and beyond as the unbeaten hosts headed into Sunday's World Cup final against Australia in Ahmedabad. But Rohit insisted Saturday: "Not many have played the finals, but like I said, playing for India is as good as playing any World Cup game because there's so much pressure. Australia are bidding for a record-extending sixth World Cup title, with Sunday's game their eighth appearance in the final. Their team includes several survivors from a 2015 World Cup final win over New Zealand in Melbourne, including opener David Warner, star batsman Steve Smith, all-rounder Glenn Maxwell and new-ball bowlers Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood.

Pheu Thai has already shown it can't be trusted to keep promises, says criticJatuporn Prompan, a former red shirt leader and now a fierce critic of the Pheu Thai Party, makes a point during a television interview in August. Mr Jatuporn, 58, said the government had also revised the wallet policy amid growing criticism, including an about-face on its financing. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin had said earlier that no loan would be procured to execute the flagship policy, Mr Jatuporn noted. Mr Srettha even posted a copy of a front-page story from the Bangkok Post on his X account to underscore his message. The more hurtful “wound” would be for the measure to attract insufficient support from coalition parties in parliament, Mr Jatuporn added.

What the stars foretell about enticing title showdown in AhmedabadAs today's Cricket World Cup 2023 final unfolds between powerhouses Australia and India, my prediction combines planetary positions, logic, and extensive research. The burning question for 2023 is whether Australia will repeat history or if hosts India will script a new chapter. Teams with players exhibiting strong leadership always have an extra edge in overcoming their opponents. India, armed with a formidable captain and coach, and players showcasing resilient leadership qualities, are poised to triumph over Australia. Astrologically, the stars align for India to emerge victorious in the Cricket World Cup 2023.

In charge: India captain Rohit Sharma at practice ahead of Sunday's Cricket World Cup final against Australia at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. (Photo: AFP)AHMEDABAD, India - Rohit Sharma's undefeated India will look to end a 10-year global title drought in front of 130,000 fans in the World Cup final against five-time champions Australia on Sunday. However, the hosts are up against an Australian side who have won eight matches in a row and will be playing in their eighth World Cup final. Apart from their five World Cup titles, Australia clinched their maiden T20 crown in 2021 and also beat India convincingly in the World Test Championship final earlier this year. Despite losing to India and South Africa in their first two matches of the tournament, Australia have bounced back.

It has been updated to address various public concerns or loopholes that allow people to use cannabis for recreational purposes, he added. Cannabis shops that already have a licence can continue their business, but they need to comply with the new law, for example, by prohibiting the smoking of cannabis on their premises and not selling dried cannabis buds. The law will also clarify which venues cannot sell or allow cannabis on their premises. "We will not shut down all cannabis shops, but they need to comply with the law. However, according to the current law, hemp is considered a kind of cannabis, just one with low levels of THC, he noted.

Premier League side will appeal ‘disproportionate’ penalty that drops it into 19th placeEverton manager Sean Dyche reacts during the club’s Premier League match against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park in London on Nov 11. (Photo: Reuters)LONDON - Everton have had 10 points deducted for a breach of the Premier League’s profitability and sustainability rules (PSR) in the 2021-22 season, England's top football league said on Friday. The club said it would appeal the penalty imposed for losing too much money, calling it “disproportionate”. An independent commission imposed an immediate deduction that will drop Everton from 14th in the standings into the relegation zone, above bottom side Burnley on goal difference. The Premier League said it had issued a complaint against the Merseyside club and referred the case to the independent commission earlier this year.

The Supreme Court has ordered the Royal Thai Army (RTA) to pay 2 million baht in compensation for the death of Lahu human rights activist Chaiyaphum Pasae, who was shot dead at a checkpoint in Chiang Mai province in 2017, the Cross-Cultural Foundation (CrCF) said on Thursday. The case was first filed in May 2019 by Napoi Pasae, Chaiyaphum's mother, who sought compensation. However, a witness told local media that Chaiyaphum was dragged out of the car, beaten, and shot. The Supreme Court verdict reversed the decisions made by both the Appeal Court in 2022 and a Civil Court in 2020 to dismiss the lawsuit. The former, in its ruling, stated that the army did not have to pay compensation to Chaiyaphum's family as it considered the M16 rifle that a soldier shot Chaiyaphum with was used in self-defence.