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New movies out this week: May 30-June 5
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 30/05/2024
» New releases that hit cinemas in Thailand this week.
PIM Unveils Modern Business Entrepreneurship Program
Published on 30/05/2024
» Panyapiwat Institute of Management's International College has revamped its former Modern Trade Management (International Program) to foster startup entrepreneurs and future-ready skills with a global focus. This 3.5-year Business Administration Program aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to become "Modern Business Inno-preneurs" – sustainable and socially responsible entrepreneurs who can thrive in the ever-changing global business landscape. The program emphasises adaptability, flexibility, and the application of diverse knowledge to meet the demands of future businesses, particularly in the green business sector. Students will learn to design sustainable business models and compete on an international level. The curriculum is designed to create an "eco-system" at each level, providing students with a simulated environment to develop their skills, knowledge, and business acumen. This approach encourages self-discovery and empowers students to find their own path to success.
Thai Startups Shine in PepsiCo's Greenhouse Accelerator 2024 Shortlist
Published on 30/05/2024
» PepsiCo, a global leader in convenient foods and beverages, has unveiled the 10 finalists selected for the APAC Greenhouse Accelerator Program 2024, including two Thai Startups: AIIEV and CIRAC. AIIEV is revolutionising transportation in Thailand by empowering businesses to achieve sustainability and cost savings through a game-changing subscription model for electric conversions, while CIRAC provides breakthrough technology for recycling one of the most difficult to be recycled packaging waste, aluminium laminated plastic packaging.
GSB Grants 48 Billion Baht on ESG Scores
Published on 30/05/2024
» Government Savings Bank, led by Paphakorn Ratanasate, Senior Executive Vice President, stated, “Government Savings Bank has adhered to our commitment as a Social Bank, proceeding with sustainable operations covering environment, society, and governance aspects through Green Finance. For the first time, the banking business has engaged an organisation's ESG Score as part of the credit loan approval process. Large-sized business customers are our preliminary group for GSB to enable credit approval alongside special interest rate reduction conditions for organisations accredited with a good ESG score by operating businesses focused on society, community, and environment.”
Central bank says current inflation goal 'appropriate'
Bloomberg News, Published on 30/05/2024
» The Bank of Thailand (BoT) defended its goal to keep inflation within a band of 1% to 3% as "appropriate" for the prevailing economic conditions, after the government sought a review over concerns the current target may be too low.
Briton files complaint against Pattaya pub guards
Chaiyot Pupattanapong, Published on 30/05/2024
» PATTAYA - One of two British men recently assaulted by security guards at a bar in this beach town filed a complaint with police, while his compatriot did not report the attack due to safety concerns.
Factory output unexpectedly rises for first time in 19 months
Reuters, Published on 30/05/2024
» Thailand's manufacturing production index unexpectedly rose 3.43% in April from a year earlier, increasing for the first time in 19 months, helped by higher exports and tourism, the Industry Ministry said on Thursday.
TEST YOURSELF: Paradise reborn
Gary Boyle, Published on 30/05/2024
» Koh Phi Phi is a model for eco-friendly travel
Beyond the hype: Gauging AI's true economic impact
Oped, Published on 30/05/2024
» According to tech leaders and many pundits and academics, artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to transform the world as we know it through unprecedented productivity gains. While some believe that machines soon will do everything humans can do, ushering in a new age of boundless prosperity, other predictions are at least more grounded. For example, Goldman Sachs predicts that generative AI will boost global GDP by 7% over the next decade, and the McKinsey Global Institute anticipates that the annual GDP growth rate could increase by 3-4 percentage points between now and 2040. For its part, The Economist expects that AI will create a blue-collar bonanza.
Chiang Mai talent show returns for second round
Life, Published on 30/05/2024
» After the huge success of "Chiang Mai Talent Episode 1" a month ago, Glom, a groundbreaking Chiang Mai-based theatre company, returns with "Episode 2" set to be filmed on June 22. Auditions are now open for video submissions until June 16.