Naree “Nix” Srisuk is the Technology & Social Media Correspondent for the Chiang Rai Times, where she brings a fresh, digital-native perspective to coverage of Thailand’s northern frontier.
A Chiang Rai native with a passion for the intersection of innovation and culture, Nix graduated from Chiang Mai University with a degree in Digital Media and Communication.
Her reporting spans emerging tech trends, social media’s role in local activism, and the digital divide in rural Thailand, blending on-the-ground stories with insightful analysis.
Before joining the Chiang Rai Times, she built a following as a freelance tech blogger and social media consultant, championing ethical AI and online safety for youth. When not chasing the next viral story, Nix can be found exploring Chiang Rai’s hill tribes or experimenting with AR art installations.
Education:
- B.A. in Digital Communication, Chiang Mai University (2015)
- M.Sc. in Data Journalism, Columbia University (Fulbright Scholar, 2019)
Naree “Nix” Srisuk’s Previous Roles:
- Lead Social-Media Analyst, Bangkok Post (2020-2023)
- Southeast Asia Tech Reporter, TechCrunch (2023-2025)
- Host of the Thai-language podcast “Byte Lanna” (150k monthly downloads)
Beat Coverage:
- Emerging tech startups in the Northern Economic Corridor
- Social-media policy & misinformation in rural Thailand
- AI ethics, privacy, and cross-border data flows
- Local adoption of Web3, metaverse, and e-commerce platforms
