Three experienced founders from leading Silicon Valley technology companies have launched SV Academy, a skills development institute for artificial intelligence and software development training aimed at Thai youth, entrepreneurs, and businesses. The academy seeks to strengthen the potential of Thai personnel from youth level through entrepreneurs and business sectors to support the digital economy transformation and AI applications reshaping work across all industries.

The institute was founded by three professionals with experience in Silicon Valley's technology ecosystem: Prom Paladechpong, an innovative educator and assistant director of development and innovation at Loei Learn School; Krairat Myreen, a former senior engineer who worked with Amazon, Databricks, Uniswap, and Magic Eden; and Chalee Pisurachai, a technical infrastructure specialist with experience at Meta, Wing (part of Google X), and Robinhood Markets. Loei Learn School serves as the first partner in piloting the curriculum in Thailand.

Prom Paladechpong stated that AI is no longer just a tool for developers but is becoming a fundamental skill for people of all ages. He emphasized the need to design learning that helps students understand both application, product design, and user experience to apply technology in practice. SV Academy will bridge knowledge from Silicon Valley with Thailand's educational context.

Krairat Myreen noted that he witnessed firsthand how startups in Silicon Valley use AI to reduce time-to-market by five times and increase work efficiency by twenty times. However, employees unable to adapt quickly face dismissal. Previously, most businesses relied on renting ready-made software with monthly subscriptions and forced teams to adapt to those programs. AI has changed this dynamic—today applications solving specific business needs can be built in days, with full ownership and control. This is the skill SV Academy will teach to prepare for this transformation. "SV Academy's mission is to close the gap between Silicon Valley and Thailand until no gap remains," he said.

Chalee Pisurachai noted that in an era where AI makes knowledge access easier, the critical skill is applying that knowledge to create practical results. SV Academy will share system design and software infrastructure development knowledge from experience working with global technology organizations, helping Thai organizations develop efficient, secure software supporting future business expansion.

SV Academy has designed curricula including SV Academy Junior for youth ages 10-15 to develop app creation and basic AI skills, and SV Academy for Entrepreneurs and Business Owners focusing on applying AI to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and create innovation without requiring prior programming experience.

Political observers are closely monitoring reports of alleged tensions between two key figures within the Interior Ministry, tensions reportedly stemming from subordinates and associates working across factional lines. Virot Lukkhanaadisorn has hypothesized, based on rumors and behavior patterns discussed in political circles, that such conflicts could escalate to leadership level, drawing a parallel to past tensions between senior figures where subordinate disputes became top-level problems. Within any political party containing multiple prominent figures with their own networks and administrative power bases, differing viewpoints are inevitable. However, differing political views do not necessarily equate to outright conflict. In response, senior figures Chaiyachon Chidchob, Songsak Thongsri, and Pipat Ratchakij have uniformly denied the reports, maintaining that political disagreement exists but does not represent party fracture. As party leaders, their denials appear designed to quash rumors and maintain party unity, since allowing society to believe rumors as fact would undermine public confidence and threaten government stability. Thai political history shows some rumors remain baseless while others eventually prove true, making it premature to make definitive conclusions now. The alleged conflict between the two figures currently lacks clear verification and remains at the level of rumor and observation. What to watch going forward is the Pheu Thai government's actual performance: if it proceeds normally without major personnel reshuffles, no signs of factional division, and no mutual attacks, the rumors will amount to mere ripples. However, if movements and stirrings from the two sides' inner circles increase, the rumors may have real foundation. Ultimately, time will be the arbiter of whether the "two figures" controversy is genuine or merely political interpretation run wild.

Samut Songkhram Provincial Administrative Organization held a rehabilitation and skills development program for drug users on June 30, 2025, at Bang Kaew Subdistrict Municipal Hall in Muang District. Jetada Yanprapassiri, the organization's governor, presided over the opening of the fiscal year 2025 program aimed at helping drug users and addicts live normal lives in society while combating drug spread in the area.

The training session brought together 70 participants—including current and former users, at-risk groups, and community leaders from Bang Kaew and Nang Takiean subdistricts. Participants received drug treatment education from Bang Kaew Health Promotion Hospital staff, along with practical vocational training in basic air conditioning maintenance by Piya Sangmuang and electrical and water system basics by provincial engineering officials.

The program's highlight was "black-chin barb fish burger making," which transforms an invasive species threatening the area into a value-added product. The process involves filleting the fish, blending the meat with seasonings, coating it in breadcrumbs, and deep-frying until golden. The patties are then assembled on buns with fresh vegetables, tomato sauce, and topped with another bun layer, creating delicious hamburgers that engaged participants enthusiastically.

Governor Jetada stated that the province recognizes the urgency of addressing drug problems and has signed a memorandum of understanding with government agencies, health departments, provincial police, and community leaders to guide users into treatment. The organization's key policy focuses on supporting treated individuals with vocational training to generate income and prevent relapse into drug use, representing a sustainable approach to returning quality citizens to society and strengthening communities.

On June 9, a disturbance occurred outside an educational institution in Taiyang, Guangdong Province, China when a woman publicly exposed an alleged inappropriate relationship between her husband and a female staff member at the institution.

The woman, accompanied by family and friends, displayed large banners outside the institution and distributed leaflets to students and passersby. The materials alleged her husband was engaged in an inappropriate relationship with a female staff member and attached chat conversations as evidence. She urged anyone with additional information to come forward and also accused the staff member of corruption.

On June 11, the institution issued a statement clarifying that the accused employee had been hired in August 2024 and held a general staff position, not a department head role as circulated online. The institution stated the employee submitted her resignation on May 25 due to health issues and officially left on May 29. Regarding corruption allegations related to procurement processes, the institution established a special committee to investigate.

On June 13, the institution issued an additional statement indicating it had commissioned an audit office to review budget expenditures and procurement procedures during the employee's tenure, but found no evidence of abuse of authority or involvement in any misconduct. However, the institution condemned behavior that violated moral standards and social peace, announcing the revocation of various awards and honors the employee had received during her employment.

Thai energy corporation BCP has announced the successful acquisition of all shares in Chevron Hong Kong (CHK) from Chevron (Greater China) Limited, rebranding the company as Bangchak Hong Kong (BHK) to strengthen its trade and commerce presence in Northeast Asia. BCP Group CEO and Managing Director Chaiwat Kovavisarach said the acquisition follows BCP's long-term growth strategy, with Hong Kong serving as a critical regional hub for finance, trade, shipping, and aviation across Asia. BHK operates strong business divisions in retail trade, commerce, and marine fuel services, which will support BCP's international expansion and create opportunities to develop biofuels and low-carbon energy products aligned with market demand and commercial viability. Kovavisarach noted that acquiring BHK represents a significant regional growth milestone that will enhance BCP's position as an energy trader with an expanded network. BHK will serve as BCP's trade and commerce hub across Northeast Asia, integrating retail, trading, and marine fuel operations into BCP's broader network while supporting global business growth.

On June 30, 2026, Pol. Lt. Col. Thawee Sodsong, leader of the Pracharaj Party, posted on Facebook calling the fiscal year 2570 budget "a hidden financial crisis requiring emergency surgery," noting the national account faces negative balances and mortgaged future revenues.

The government's proposed spending budget for fiscal year 2570 totals 3.78 trillion baht distributed across 3,286 agencies, but projects only 3.0 trillion baht in net revenue collection, creating a gap requiring 788 billion baht in additional borrowing. Thawee argued this revenue projection is unrealistically optimistic, pointing to fiscal year 2568 results where the government fell 138.1 billion baht short of its 3.316 trillion baht collection target, actually collecting only 2.783 trillion baht.

He criticized the current tax structure for protecting wealthy interests while burdening ordinary citizens through indirect taxes on value-added and petroleum products embedded in everyday expenses. Large corporations and multinational companies enjoy BOI Board privileges and various tax incentives while direct taxation on corporate profits remains unreformed.

Thawee highlighted three critical disparities in the budget:

1. **Civil Service vs. Elderly Citizens**: The 3 million government employees and staff receive 1.4355 trillion baht (37.9% of total budget), including 852.671 billion baht in direct personnel costs and 572.62 billion baht hidden in central accounts for pensions, medical care, and compensation. In stark contrast, 14 million elderly citizens receive only 101.54 billion baht in pensions—roughly 14 times less despite greater need.

2. **Multi-Year Commitment Lock-in**: The budget contains 1.76 trillion baht (44.3% of total) in multi-year obligations that lock spending into monopoly concessionaires and corporate interests, limiting fiscal flexibility.

3. **Structural Inequality**: Grassroots citizens pay regressive taxes funding every meal and fuel purchase while subsidizing government benefits and corporate tax breaks, deepening inequality.