Thai Capital (TCAP) posted strong Q2 2569 net profit of 2,642 million baht, a 519 million baht or 24.45% increase from the previous quarter, demonstrating the company's capability to generate solid investment returns and efficiently manage its business portfolio as a leading investment holding company. Growth was driven by rising non-interest income, including dividend revenue and increased profit sharing from associated companies reflecting their operational performance, though net interest income declined slightly due to cautious lending practices.

For the first half of 2569, TCAP's net profit totaled 4,765 million baht, up 988 million baht or 26.16% from the same period last year. This was supported by dividend income, insurance business revenue, and higher profit sharing from partners, combined with a significant decrease in expected credit loss provisions, reflecting sustained improvement in asset quality despite a minor decline in net interest income from automobile lease-purchase credit slowdown.

The company's board approved a share buyback program for financial management purposes, with a budget ceiling of 7.5 billion baht and up to 104.86 million shares representing no more than 10% of all issued shares. The buyback will be conducted through the Stock Exchange of Thailand between August 17, 2569 and February 16, 2570 to improve capital efficiency, create shareholder value, and reaffirm confidence in TCAP's long-term growth potential as a "Most Trusted Investment Holding Company" committed to delivering sustainable returns.

For the second half of 2569, TCAP will continue operating with disciplined investment standards and prudent risk management while leveraging business potential and pursuing investment opportunities to strengthen its portfolio and support quality long-term growth alongside optimal capital structure management.

On August 11, 2025, government spokesman Ratchada Thanadirek announced Cabinet approval of measures to prevent personal data breaches resulting from compromised user account credentials. The Cabinet endorsed the use of multi-factor authentication (MFA)—such as Digital Identity (ThaID) or other secure verification methods—as recommended by the National Cybersecurity Committee, to strengthen personal data protection and systematically reduce cyber threats across the public sector.

The Cabinet approved three specific measures: first, a forced password reset requiring civil servants and officials across more than 300 government agencies to change passwords immediately, preventing malicious actors from exploiting leaked databases. Second, a system cleansing initiative mandating all ministries and 300 agencies to audit over 30,000 information systems within 15 days, permanently deactivating obsolete or abandoned systems' backend access, as many agencies had closed front-end access while leaving backend systems vulnerable. Third, the government will implement multi-factor authentication across all public sector systems. The National Cybersecurity Committee has been authorized to coordinate with both public and private sector organizations to execute these directives under the Cybersecurity Act of 2019.

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul addressed reporters on August 11, 2025 at Government House regarding his attendance at Rajadamnern Stadium on August 8 alongside former PM Srettha Thavisin. He stressed there was no political discussion during the outing, which he characterized as an opportunity to observe how muay thai has evolved from purely gambling-focused entertainment into a soft power attraction and showcase of Thai art for tourists. Anutin praised the improved atmosphere and the high attendance of genuine foreign tourists, noting it demonstrates positive changes that could boost tourism to Thailand.

The PM indicated that event organizers have proposed expanding similar muay thai events to major tourist destinations including Phuket, Pattaya, Chonburi, and Chiang Mai, contingent on support from tourism and sports authorities—a proposal he said he welcomed. When asked whether the outing related to the Monaco Declaration, he dismissed the question with humor. Anutin emphasized that he and Srettha have known each other since their days studying abroad together and have maintained a longstanding personal relationship, stressing that the muay thai event was simply a social gathering with no political dimensions whatsoever.

The Thai Cycling Association is preparing to host the international track cycling "Track Asia Cup 2026" from August 28-30 at the Huamark Velodrome, registered with the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) as a Class 1 event. The competition will attract 38 teams from 19 countries, including both national and club squads, marking the largest turnout in the event's history with over 1,000 athletes and officials expected. Thailand's Olympic preparation team, led by riders Chutathip Manibandhit and Jai Angsudasawit, will compete before returning to China for final training before the Nagoya Games.

General Decha Hemkraisuree, vice president of the Asian Cycling Confederation (ACC), president of the ASEAN Cycling Federation (ACF), and president of the Thai Cycling Association, explained that the competition will include national teams from Thailand, Singapore, Japan, Taiwan, Australia, Malaysia, Macau, Indonesia, Philippines, India, Saudi Arabia, Hong Kong, Bahrain, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan, along with 23 club teams from various countries including South Korea, China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Philippines, Australia, Qatar, Indonesia, Sweden, the United States, Cuba, and Slovakia.

"This Class 1 UCI event allows athletes to accumulate world ranking points toward Olympic qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Games, as well as secure invitations to Nations Cup and World Championships," Decha said. "With over 1,000 athletes and officials from 38 teams across 19 countries, this is a historic turnout that will boost local economies through spending at shops, restaurants, and tourist attractions while also promoting tourism throughout the region."

Decha added that the opening ceremony on August 28 at 2 p.m. will be presided over by Dato Amajiit Singh Gill, president of the Asian Cycling Confederation, and will feature traditional Thai performances including a Ramakien-themed khon dance from Ramkhamhaeng University and a pi phat ensemble from Vachiravudhit College.

A 19-year-old Russian man was rushed to hospital after an emergency at a house in Phuket's Sam Kong area. At about 10:00, Pol. Lt. Col. Wiriyaphong Srinuanpan, deputy investigation inspector at Kathu Police Station, was alerted by the station's radio centre that a foreign man had attempted to harm himself inside a house and had been assisted before being taken to hospital.

Police informed Pol. Col. Chalermchai Hoensawat, chief of Kathu Police Station, before officers went to the scene at Pruksa Ville Sam Kong village, at 48/105, Soi 4, Moo 5, Kathu subdistrict, Kathu district. Officers found the man's wife at the house. She identified him as Roman Popov, 19, a Russian national.

She told police that she and her husband had argued from about 4:00. The man subsequently displayed behaviour indicating repeated attempts to harm himself, prompting her to intervene and seek help from others. At about 9:30, she found her husband in an emergency condition and immediately attempted to help him and called for assistance.

Rescuers from the Kusoldharm Phuket Foundation arrived at the house and performed CPR before moving him to an ambulance for continued emergency treatment. He was then taken to Vachira Phuket Hospital. Police are investigating the circumstances and questioning those involved. Popov remains under close medical care, with doctors continuing to provide treatment and assistance.

Commerce Ministry director Poonpong Naiyanaphakorn revealed that on August 10, 2025, he authorized Deputy Director Maliwan Thongluang to lead an anti-nominee task force into Hua Hin district in coordination with police, immigration, and internal security agencies. The operation conducted searches at 15 locations and uncovered a scheme where Thai nationals were listed as shareholders and directors of real estate holding and rental companies, which were later secretly restructured to bring in foreign nationals within six months. Investigators found that Thai and foreign shareholders had no prior acquaintance, violating business conduct standards. The operation resulted in 45 arrest warrants for foreigners, 39 summons for Thai nationals, and 13 arrests across 33 cases valued at over 300 million baht. Officials noted that since August 1, 2025, when the Commerce Ministry tightened registration procedures, nominee-based applications have dropped significantly to just five cases. The ministry vowed to continue monitoring and preventing foreigners from illegally acquiring Thai real estate through nominee schemes.