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Man, 75, dies after Kendall Jenner chatbot convinces him to meet in person
Online Reporters, Published on 15/08/2025
» UNITED STATES - Reuters reported a tragic incident in March involving Thongbue Wongbandue, a 76-year-old Thai-American living in New Jersey, who had memory problems caused by a brain condition. The skilled former chef died after conversing with “Big sis Billie”, a Meta chatbot designed to mimic a young woman engaging in romantic conversation, which repeatedly assured him it was a real person. The chatbot arranged to meet him in person, ultimately leading to an accident that caused his death.
Mercedes-Benz tweaks pricing strategy to spur premium car sales
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 15/08/2025
» German luxury automaker Mercedes-Benz (Thailand) is adopting a new pricing method by offering discounts on premium cars to lift domestic sales in the stagnant market.
Indians angered by tariffs call for boycott of US goods
Published on 11/08/2025
» NEW DELHI - From McDonald’s and Coca-Cola to Amazon and Apple, US-based multinationals are facing calls for a boycott in India as business executives and supporters of Prime Minister Narendra Modi stoke anti-American sentiment to protest against US tariffs.
Honda to offer cheap bike loans
Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 09/08/2025
» Thai Honda Co, a motorcycle manufacturer and distributor, is preparing to co-launch a project to help buyers obtain motorcycle loans more easily in a sluggish market.
Japan rally paces region as trade worries ease
Business, Published on 09/08/2025
» RECAP: Most Asian stock markets gained on Friday, led by a rally in Japanese shares amid signs of easing trade tensions with the US, and optimism that Tokyo will be able to negotiate lower automobile tariff rates with Washington.
Bangkok Land eyes major new stadium
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 07/08/2025
» SET-listed Bangkok Land is planning a new 45,000-seat stadium costing up to 10 billion baht on a scale similar to Rajamangala National Stadium, located at the Thunder Dome site and the adjacent football stadium in Muang Thong Thani, viewing a five-year development plan.
CHERY Launches in Thailand with Exclusive Pre-Booking
Published on 07/08/2025
» Bangkok, August 6, 2025 – CHERY, a leading global automotive brand under China’s Chery Automobile Co., Ltd., has officially entered the Thai market with the launch of its “Welcome Drive Welcome Deal” campaign. From 1–31 August 2025, Thai customers can pre-book CHERY’s first two models—the all-electric V23 and hybrid TIGGO8 CSH—and enjoy an exclusive THB 10,000 offer as part of a nationwide launch celebration.
Chula Licenses Thai PD-1 Antibody to US Biopharma
Published on 06/08/2025
» Bangkok, August 6, 2025 — Chulalongkorn University has entered a landmark licensing agreement with US-based biopharmaceutical company OncoSynergy Inc., transferring the technology behind its innovative Thai-developed PD-1 antibody that could offer new hope in advancing next-generation cancer immunotherapy.
Grab posts surge in orders among expats
Business, Published on 06/08/2025
» Grab has reported a 50% surge in delivery orders from expatriates and digital nomads in Thailand over the past 12 months.
Senior Com banking on regional expansion
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 05/08/2025
» Car distribution software developer Senior Com is planning to expand its business into Southeast Asian countries, taking advantage of growth in the electric vehicle (EV) market and greater adoption of digital technology to enhance business performance.