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Thailand reports spike in illegal websites, moves to tighten digital oversight

( October 20, 2025, 02:40 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Thailand’s Ministry of Digital Economy and Society reported a sharp increase in illegal online content, with over 400,000 URLs flagged between October 2023 and September 2025 — a nearly sevenfold rise from the previous year. Gambling-related sites accounted for more than 300,000 URLs. In response, the MDES signed a memorandum of understanding with the Thai Health Promotion Foundation to strengthen cooperation on digital-media monitoring and online safety measures. The collaboration includes data-sharing, public awareness campaigns, and the development of a digital watchdog network aimed at combating illegal online content and enhancing user protection nationwide.The statement follows:...

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