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Thailand's 'friend-for-hire' services boom amid rising solo living

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A new service in Thailand offers paid companionship for various activities, from workouts to travel, catering to an increasingly solo society. This gig economy trend is driven by a rise in single-person households and changing lifestyles, with demand growing for services that provide convenience and social engagement. While some seek companionship due to loneliness, many clients utilize the service for practical reasons like having a companion for photos or trips when friends are unavailable. AI

RANK_REASON The article discusses a niche service trend in Thailand and does not represent a significant development in the AI industry.

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Thailand's 'friend-for-hire' services boom amid rising solo living

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Kyodo ·

    From gym workouts to shopping, Thailand’s friend-for-hire does it all for a fee

    “Friend-for-hire” services have started taking off in Thailand as the country’s social landscape changes with an ageing population and a rise in the number of unmarried people. The service is a new type of gig work in which people are paid to act as companions, for instance accom…

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