Megan Harper
Bangkok, Dec 2025 – While much of the global AI conversation focuses on software, Thailand is betting big on physical infrastructure. At the recently concluded DigiTech ASEAN Thailand & AI Connect 2025, the focus shifted from theoretical digital adoption to tangible “Smart City” execution.
The Big Picture: Held at the IMPACT Exhibition Center, the event convened 350 global tech brands and over 8,000 visitors. The standout narrative wasn’t just the exhibition, but the organizer’s own commitment: IMPACT Exhibition Management announced a THB 100 million investment to transform Muang Thong Thani into a smart city, deploying over 200 AI-powered systems for real-time traffic and security management.
Key Takeaways:
- The “Smart City” Blueprint: IMPACT CEO Paul Kanjanapas positioned the venue not just as a host, but as a living lab for AI integration, connecting directly with the Pink Line monorail infrastructure.
- SME Modernization: The Digital Economy Promotion Agency (depa) emphasized that for Thailand’s economy, AI is a survival mechanism. This aligns with the broader trend of AI automation tools for SMEs becoming accessible enough to drive immediate operational efficiency.
- From Digitization to Intelligence: Speakers from KBTG and SCBX highlighted that Thai enterprises are moving past the “paperless” phase into the “intelligence” phase, utilizing data for predictive growth rather than just storage.
The Bottom Line: With strong government backing from the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society, Thailand is aggressively positioning itself as ASEAN’s operational hub for practical, hardware-integrated AI solutions.
Global Ecosystem Support: The event was backed by a robust network of international technology and media partners, reinforcing Thailand’s status as a digital connector.
Official Partners: AIPressRoom joined global tech leaders as a Media Partner for ASEAN’s largest digital exhibition.
