The Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (DES) is mulling a national internet gateway, claiming it could help the government curb cyber criminals overseas targeting people in Thailand.
DES Minister Chaiwut Thanakamanusorn told a House meeting on Friday that a “single internet gateway” can deter cybercrime and other criminal activities.
Mr Chaiwut said the government only has limited capacity to block information deemed illegal in Thailand from reaching target audiences.
Criminals can easily identify potential victims over the internet, he said. He said victims can be exploited by gangs who aim to entrap them in various cons.
“Along with considering amending the Computer Crime Act, the government is studying the possibility of using a single…
