Thailand's government stops risky links in SMS and emails!

Thailand's government stops risky links in SMS and emails!

In a decisive move to combat the growing threat of cybercrime, the Thai government has unveiled a series of new measures. In particular, as Nation Thailand reports, a ban will come into force that prohibits government authorities and regulated institutions from sending SMS or emails with embedded links. This decision was announced by Chaichanok Chidchob, Minister of Digital Economy and Society, and aims to close a huge security flaw that has been shamelessly exploited by fraudsters.

The public is urged to consider all messages with links that purport to come from government agencies as potentially fraudulent. The prescribed procedure is clear: show such messages either to the police or the relevant authority. The aim is to increase public awareness that the state does not send links in digital communication.

Sharing responsibility for online fraud

Not only is this measure new, but an amended draft to combat technology crime was also approved by the cabinet. According to Thai Times, this introduces shared responsibility for banks, telecommunications providers and social media to pay compensation to fraud victims. Minister Prasert Chantararuangthong has highlighted the urgency of these changes to address the alarming increase in online fraud and call center operations, which are causing 60 to 70 million baht in damages every day.

The draft law also includes tougher penalties for platforms that do not comply with the new regulations and an improved system for monitoring suspicious activity. Between October 2025 and November 2024, over 402,000 cases of online crime were recorded, causing economic damage of over 42 billion baht. This shows that there is a need for action and the government is on track to address these challenges.

The digital reality and security concerns

The issue of online safety is of paramount importance as Thais spend more than eight hours online every day. As Statista notes, Thailand is increasingly being targeted by phishing attacks that send fake links via SMS, email or fraudulent websites. Concerns about the reliability of online content are widespread; Over 60% of Internet users express skepticism about the security of the information provided online.

Ultimately, the Thai government has launched various initiatives, including the National Cybersecurity Act, to ensure digital security. While the law gives the government expanded surveillance powers, many citizens worry about possible privacy violations. Given this reality, it is essential that both companies and private users actively care about their security and make informed decisions.

With these measures, Thailand is clear on its path to providing citizens with a safe online experience and shows that the meeting of caution and innovation is essential even in the digital world.