The Technology Crime Operation Center (TCOC) has established criteria for listing “individuals and legal entities” involved in technology crimes to prevent and combat online crimes and digital fraud, cutting off mule accounts. These measures are now in effect.
On 7 Mar 2026, Ms. Lalida Perdiwattana, Deputy Spokesperson of the Office of the Prime Minister, announced that the Royal Gazette has published two announcements from the Technology Crime Operation Center (TCOC):
1. Announcement on the criteria for declaring and revoking the names of individuals involved in technology crime offenses, B.E. 2569 (2026).
2. Announcement on the criteria for declaring and revoking the names of legal entities involved in technology crime offenses, B.E. 2569 (2026).
Both announcements have been effective since 6 Mar 2026, issued under the authority of the Technology Crime Prevention and Suppression Act, B.E. 2566 (2023) and its amendments. They set out guidelines for declaring names of individuals or organizations involved in technology crimes and establish mechanisms for revoking names upon verification of non-involvement.
The Deputy Spokesperson stated that these criteria aim to cut off mule accounts and digital asset wallets used as tools for online fraud or technology crimes. The declarations cover bank accounts, electronic money accounts, and digital asset wallet addresses.
Once individuals or legal entities are listed, financial institutions and related businesses must take immediate actions such as refusing account openings, suspending services or transactions, or closing relevant accounts to reduce the risk of these accounts or corporate structures being used for criminal activities.
If later investigations find that the listed individuals or entities are not involved in wrongdoing, the Technology Crime Operation Center can issue an announcement to revoke their names following the prescribed procedures.
The Deputy Spokesperson added that setting these criteria will enhance the efficiency of preventing and combating online crimes, especially digital fraud, mule account usage, and the use of digital wallets as tools for offenses. This will improve the security of financial transaction systems and boost public confidence in using digital financial services.