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GitHub Introduces Stacked Pull Requests Feature to Break Down Large Features into Smaller PRs for Easier Review Blognone · Jul 31, 2026

GitHub's stacked pull requests feature enables developers to break down large features into manageable chunks, improving code review efficiency—essential for Thai tech teams and SMEs scaling their development workflows.

LinkedIn Takes Action: Adds "AI Slop" Report Button to Remove Low-Quality Posts and Restore Feed Authenticity Prachachat · Jul 31, 2026

LinkedIn is introducing a report button specifically for AI-generated low-quality content ("AI slop"), allowing users to flag and remove hollow posts and restore feed quality—a move relevant for Thai professionals who rely on the platform for business networking and content credibility.

Deep Dive: 'OmPlus' Bond Investment Through Stock Account for the First Time in Thailand! Starting from Just 1,000 Baht via Bond Connect Platform, Subscription Opens August 3-5 The Standard Wealth · Jul 31, 2026

OmPlus Bond offers Thai SMEs and retail investors a low-entry-barrier (1,000 THB) bond investment option through existing stock accounts via the Bond Connect platform—this democratizes fixed-income investment access. The imminent subscription window (August 3-5) makes this relevant for immediate portfolio review and investment planning decisions.

OpenAI slashes GPT-5.6 Luna, Terra prices Tech in Asia · Jul 31, 2026

OpenAI's price cuts on GPT-5.6 Luna and Terra models lower barriers to entry for Thai SMEs adopting advanced AI, making enterprise AI solutions more accessible and cost-effective for automation and productivity gains.

Apple Reports Q3 Results: Revenue Up 16%, Mac Sales Surge 29%, Services Growth Slows Blognone · Jul 31, 2026

Apple's strong Mac growth (29%) signals renewed interest in premium computing devices, while slowing Services growth suggests potential market saturation—relevant for Thai tech retailers and SMEs assessing product mix opportunities.

AI crowds out consumer plays in SEA Tech in Asia · Jul 31, 2026

AI investment is rapidly displacing traditional consumer-focused tech startups in Southeast Asia, signaling a major market shift that SMEs must understand to stay competitive and identify new opportunities in emerging AI-driven sectors.

Lhillel Property's survival formula: managing liquidity and avoiding overexpansion Prachachat · Jul 31, 2026

Lhillel Property demonstrates disciplined financial management by prioritizing liquidity control and avoiding aggressive expansion during market pressures, offering a case study for Thai SME real estate operators on sustainable growth strategies.

Steel sector hit by imports, volatility Bangkok Post · Jul 31, 2026

Thai steel manufacturers face margin pressure from rising imports and commodity price volatility; SMEs in construction, automotive, and engineering should monitor supply chain costs and consider hedging strategies.

Thailand to Evade US Currency Watchlist Bangkok Post · Jul 31, 2026

Thailand's avoidance of US currency manipulation scrutiny is positive for business stability and macroeconomic policy flexibility, though limited direct relevance to most SMEs unless engaged in cross-border trade or forex-dependent operations.

Project aims to unify EV charging bases Bangkok Post · Jul 31, 2026

Thailand's unified EV charging infrastructure initiative presents a significant opportunity for SMEs to participate in the EV ecosystem expansion, standardizing networks and reducing fragmentation across the country.

NCC Elevates Event Management, Pushes 'PET EXPO' Toward Marketplace Model Prachachat · Jul 30, 2026

NCC is transitioning PET EXPO from a traditional event into a marketplace platform, diversifying its event portfolio and creating new revenue streams for participating pet industry SMEs.

Japanese Brands That Thais Once Had to Fly to Japan to Shop For Are Now Opening Stores in Bangkok; ABC-Mart Shoe Chain Also Entering the Market The Standard Wealth · Jul 30, 2026

Japanese retail brands and ABC-Mart shoe chain are expanding into Thailand's Bangkok market, signaling growing foreign retail interest in the Thai consumer market and shifting consumer behavior from international shopping trips to domestic access.

Palo Alto: AI-Machine Identities Growing 111x Faster Than Employees, Creating New Cybersecurity Risks The Story Thailand · Jul 30, 2026

Machine identities and AI systems are proliferating far faster than human workforce growth, creating critical identity management gaps that Thai SMEs must urgently address through updated cybersecurity strategies and identity governance frameworks.

South Korea's KOSPI Plunges 40%: Young Retail Investors Report Massive Leveraged ETF Losses Exceeding 1.3 Trillion Baht The Standard Wealth · Jul 30, 2026

While this South Korean market crisis illustrates the severe risks of leveraged ETF investing for retail investors, Thai SMEs should monitor similar retail investment trends domestically and consider how market volatility may affect liquidity and consumer confidence in their own markets.

Krung Thai Bank Auto Loan Portfolio Exceeds 40 Billion Baht in First Half The Story Thailand · Jul 30, 2026

Krung Thai Bank's motorcycle loan portfolio surpassed 40 billion baht in H1 2026, signaling strong demand in two-wheeler financing—a key market for Thailand's retail financial services and SME-adjacent consumer credit sector.

Global Economy in H2 2026: "Not Broken, But Not Booming" - K WEALTH Kasikornbank Recommends Portfolio Strategy for New Global Rules The Standard Wealth · Jul 30, 2026

Kasikornbank's K WEALTH forecasts subdued global economic growth in H2 2026, advising Thai SMEs and investors to rebalance portfolios strategically amid shifting geopolitical and regulatory dynamics rather than expect strong expansion.

FUJIFILM DKH Launches NURA Health Screening Clinic in Bangkok The Story Thailand · Jul 30, 2026

FUJIFILM DKH officially opened NURA Bangkok Clinic in Chong Nonsi, bringing AI-assisted diagnostic health screening to Thailand. The clinic offers comprehensive health checkups using FUJIFILM's medical imaging technology and AI analysis, positioned to address rising cancer and NCD rates in Thailand through early detection. Results are provided same-day with minimal wait times, using advanced CT and mammography equipment.

Keychron's upcoming open-source firmware mouse represents growing momentum in the open-hardware peripherals space, offering SMEs and tech enthusiasts customizable input devices with transparent development practices.

South Korean Media: Thai Tourists Drop 35.8%, but Koreans Flock to Thailand Prachachat · Jul 30, 2026

Thai tourism faces outbound decline (down 35.8%) while experiencing growth in Korean arrivals—SMEs in hospitality, retail, and services should pivot strategies to capitalize on the Korean market surge and address domestic travel stagnation.

BAAC Pilots "B-YOND" AI Agent to Accelerate Loan Approval with Greater Accuracy Prachachat · Jul 30, 2026

Thailand's Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) is deploying an AI agent called "B-YOND" to speed up loan approval processes and improve accuracy, directly benefiting SME borrowers with faster credit decisions.