Digital Baht Meets Global Wallets: Transforming Thai Tourism Through Seamless AI-Driven Digital Payment

The COVID-19 pandemic sped up the move away from cash, especially in tourism. Now that Thailand wants to boost its tourism industry again, using a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) like the Digital Baht and linking it to international digital wallets could really shake things up. This paper looks at how simple, AI-powered digital payment methods—including QR codes, e-wallets, and smart contracts—can change Thai tourism by making payments safer, faster, and more accessible for everyone. The study investigates how connecting the Digital Baht with popular global platforms such as Alipay, WeChat Pay, and PromptPay could draw in tourists from places like China, Korea, the EU, and other Southeast Asian countries. It also thinks about how artificial intelligence (AI) can make things better. This includes spotting fraud, providing customer service in different languages through chatbots, and keeping transactions secure using smart contracts based on blockchain tech. This thorough look supports creating a smart digital payment system to make tourists happier, encourage inventive financial solutions across borders, and bring Thailand back to being a leading global travel spot.