Siam Commercial Bank joined Bangkok Bank, and TMB Thanachart Bank in inflicting chaos all through Thailand this morning when their banking apps crashed. They not only wreaked turmoil throughout the land however they also managed to unite all of its customers – in anger, after their mobile banking techniques crashed on the day their salaries have been alleged to be transferred into their accounts.
Customers of Siam Commercial Bank were greeted by the statement “Service isn’t obtainable at this time, please try again later” after they opened their app this morning.
Customers of Bangkok Bank checking whether their salaries had gone in reported they were unable to examine their accounts or make any transfers. They have been greeted by the message:
“Due to the present high volume of access, some customers could have problem making transactions or logging in. Normal service will resume shortly. We apologize for any inconvenience triggered.”
The breakdown of the apps was quickly trending on Twitter under the hashtags: “SCB down,” “Bangkok Bank down,” and “TMB down”
It’s no surprise Twitter users had been unkind to the banks.
One tweeted, “Thai mobile banking apps crash on the end of the month, and people are suffering.” Another voiced a similar opinion, “I simply transferred money from TTB to SCB! Damn, No nonsense ’m so mad at all of these cell app makers. I have no cash left to eat now.”
One person pointed out to that Bangkok Bank needed to improve, and couldn’t be bothered to update something anymore.
“You’re very low-tech. Your app crashes every month. You don’t rent anyone to make any improvements. Some individuals actually need the money urgently. It shouldn’t crash this often! Can’t take it!”
SOURCE: Thai PBS World | Coconuts