As this author noted in an earlier piece on the crackdown, the digital nomads and location independent entrepreneurs who favor Thailand will be directly affected by the crackdown. Many stay on tourist visas, traveling around the region and frequently returning to Thailand, thanks to its low-cost for high quality living, reliable Internet, and other attractive perks. Thai work permits are linked to an employer, meaning those working for themselves online will need to seek other ways of staying in Thailand long-term. One option is an education visa, though that does not include a work permit but does permit long-term stay.