What is an agentic transaction in Thailand?

Mastercard's pilot with Krungthai: AI agent books and pays for services like cabs using secure, tokenized credentials — first in Thailand, consumer-controlled.

Who is buying Rakkar Digital and why?

DV8 Public Company, pivoting media firm, for up to $3M. Eyes regulated crypto custody to tap Asia's digital asset growth; Rakkar has $700M AUM.

Can Wise offer bank accounts in Thailand now?

No full banking, but five licenses enable e-money, transfers, wallets — first non-bank to snag 'em, targeting cross-border flows.

💳 Payments & Transfers

Thailand's Fintech Shakeup: Crypto Grabs, AI Agents Paying Bills, Wise Crashes the Party

Your next Bangkok cab ride might get booked — and paid — by an AI agent. Meanwhile, remittances home could slash fees, but a media firm's crypto bet smells like hype.

Fintech Pulse Apr 11, 2026 4 min read

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DV8's Rakkar buy turns ad agency into crypto custodian contender — risky pivot with regulatory tailwinds. 𝕏
Mastercard-Krungthai AI agent pays for Thai airport rides: flashy pilot, trust hurdles ahead. 𝕏
Wise grabs five Thai licenses for wallets/transfers: remittance fees set to drop for expats and tourists. 𝕏

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