{"id":23118,"date":"2023-08-28T03:37:20","date_gmt":"2023-08-28T03:37:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/crowdfundjunction.com\/blog\/crypto-linked-businessman-set-to-lead-thailand-as-prime-minister\/"},"modified":"2023-08-28T03:37:20","modified_gmt":"2023-08-28T03:37:20","slug":"crypto-linked-businessman-set-to-lead-thailand-as-prime-minister","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/crowdfundjunction.com\/blog\/crypto-linked-businessman-set-to-lead-thailand-as-prime-minister\/","title":{"rendered":"Crypto-Linked Businessman Set to Lead Thailand as Prime Minister"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>(Originally posted on : Crypto News &#8211; iGaming.org )<\/b><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Srettha Thavisin, previously associated with a company that invested in crypto firm XSpring Capital, has won a significant political role. Thailand\u2019s government has voted Srettha Thavisin, from the Pheu Thai Party, into the role of Prime Minister. This election might mark a shift in the nation\u2019s stance on cryptocurrency.<\/p>\n<p>Thavisin, with a landslide win of 482 out of a possible 747 votes, now awaits King Maha Vajiralongkorn\u2019s signature to officially become Thailand\u2019s 30th Prime Minister. He expressed his gratitude, saying:<\/p>\n<div class=\"main-org-3-item-ins box-100 relative mb-4\">\n<div class=\"space-org-3-items box-100 relative\">\n<div class=\"box-100 space-org-3-item relative border-tb mt-1 \">\n<div class=\"space-org-3-item-ins box-100 relative\">\n<div class=\"space-org-3-item-terms box-25 relative\">\n<div class=\"space-org-3-item-terms-ins box-100 text-center relative\"> <strong>177% up to 5BTC + 77 <strong> Free Spins<\/strong>!<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p>New players only. Exclusive Welcome Bonus of 177% + 77 Free Spins <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><em>\u201cI feel greatly honored to be elected as the 30th prime minister of Thailand. I would like to thank every Thai, coalition parties, honorable members of the House of Representatives, every senator who joined the vote today. I will try my best in doing my duties tirelessly to elevate Thais\u2019 lives.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>While Thavisin\u2019s political career is relatively fresh, his background as the former CEO of real estate giant Sansiri has connected him with the crypto world. His former company played a role in raising $225 million for XSpring Capital.<\/p>\n<p><em>\u201cTraditional finance is evolving, and we see a future with less intermediation between consumers and project finance. We\u2019re always keen on embracing innovation, and this investment aligns with our vision,\u201d<\/em> Thavisin had commented during that period.<\/p>\n<div class=\"main-org-3-item-ins box-100 relative mb-4\">\n<div class=\"space-org-3-items box-100 relative\">\n<div class=\"box-100 space-org-3-item relative border-tb mt-1 \">\n<div class=\"space-org-3-item-ins box-100 relative\">\n<div class=\"space-org-3-item-terms box-25 relative\">\n<div class=\"space-org-3-item-terms-ins box-100 text-center relative\"> <strong>177% up to 5BTC + 77 <strong> Free Spins<\/strong>!<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p>New players only. Exclusive Welcome Bonus of 177% + 77 Free Spins <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Following this, Sansiri acquired a 15% share of XSpring Capital for $45 million and introduced its digital currency, SiriHub Token.<\/p>\n<p>In another strategic move, the Pheu Thai Party had promised 10,000 baht ($285) to every Thai citizen above 16 if they secured a win in the May general elections. They secured 28% of the votes, finishing second, while Move Forward took the lead with 38%.<\/p>\n<p>On the Crypto Landscape in Thailand The Thai government\u2019s initial approach to cryptocurrency was one of caution, predominantly exploring a central bank digital currency (CBDC). They had also contemplated imposing a 15% capital gains tax on digital asset earnings.<\/p>\n<p>Recently, there has been a noticeable shift. The country reevaluated their tax plans and considered crypto regulations for payments. They have also been proactive in reducing digital asset scams, even <a href=\"https:\/\/igaming.org\/crypto\/meta-faces-expulsion-threat-in-thailand-over-crypto-scams\/\">considering shutting down Meta<\/a> (formerly Facebook).<\/p>\n<div class=\"main-org-3-item-ins box-100 relative mb-4\">\n<div class=\"space-org-3-items box-100 relative\">\n<div class=\"box-100 space-org-3-item relative border-tb mt-1 \">\n<div class=\"space-org-3-item-ins box-100 relative\">\n<div class=\"space-org-3-item-terms box-25 relative\">\n<div class=\"space-org-3-item-terms-ins box-100 text-center relative\"> <strong>177% up to 5BTC + 77 <strong> Free Spins<\/strong>!<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p>New players only. Exclusive Welcome Bonus of 177% + 77 Free Spins <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Thavisin\u2019s win could potentially boost the crypto industry in Thailand, given his tech-inclined background and past ventures.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/igaming.org\/crypto\/thailands-new-prime-minister-might-boost-the-crypto-domain\/\">Source link <\/a><br \/>\n<br \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>(Originally posted on : Crypto News &#8211; iGaming.org ) Srettha Thavisin, previously associated with a company that invested in crypto firm XSpring Capital, has won a significant political role. Thailand\u2019s government has voted Srettha Thavisin, from the Pheu Thai Party, into the role of Prime Minister. 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