WiFi rule sparks call for changeUsers of WiFi internet services offered by coffee shops might find the government scrutinising their browsing history for "fake news" in future. Arthit Suriyawongkul, coordinator of Thai Netizen, said the group will mobilise support for the law amendment from the House committee on telecommunications, digital economy and society. He said the data retention requirement under Section 26 of the Computer Crime Act is being targeted for revision as one of several elements that stifle civil rights. However, he declined to offer an estimate of the financial cost of data retention. Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon said the data retention requirement is not a violation of privacy and what the authorities are asking for is the public's cooperation.

Source: Bangkok Post October 09, 2019 21:45 UTC