Thailand's Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has clarified that content creators and finfluencers making investment recommendations or solicitations must obtain a license, distinguishing this activity from general financial education. The agency is intensifying fraud prevention efforts, with investment fraud consultations jumping 3x year-over-year (1,200 to ~4,000 requests). While 368 fraudulent channels were blocked this year with 100% removal within 48 hours, the SEC will deploy AI-powered detection for image/video fraud and partner with LINE for user alerts. This regulatory clarity directly impacts Thai digital creators and fintech entrepreneurs navigating compliance.