Japan is next level for retro game collectors

Around 70-80 percent of customers are foreign tourists, who have flocked to Japan in record numbers this year, store manager Komura, who only gave his surname, told AFP.
4 September 2024

TikTok celebrates Ramadan in Bangladesh

TikTok has launched a Ramadan campaign in Bangladesh, incorporating both online and offline activities to observe the holy month. The company distributed 1,000 Ramadan care boxes to creators for further distribution to selected individuals and organizations, emphasizing charity during Ramadan. Additionally, TikTok developed a playbook by its global team to provide creators with strategies for engagement and content creation during Ramadan. The playbook includes calendar highlights, product adoption tips, and best practices.
8 April 2024

AI vs humans: influencers face competition from virtual models

Social media influencers have embraced artificial intelligence to spice up their content but they are also facing growing competition from AI-generated Instagramers, TikTokers and YouTubers
7 April 2024

Swords, headsets and Indian wedding for Zuckerberg's Asia tour

Meta chief Mark Zuckerberg was in Japan on Monday on a mini-Asia tour involving sword-making, mixed-reality headsets in Seoul and reportedly also lavish pre-wedding celebrations for an Indian multi-billionaire's son
26 February 2024

'Game of Thrones' author, other writers sue ChatGPT creator over copyrights

"Game of Thrones" author George RR Martin and other best-selling fiction writers have filed a class-action lawsuit against OpenAI, accusing the tech startup of violating their copyrights to fuel its generative AI chatbot ChatGPT.
21 September 2023

AI both a risk and opportunity for journalism: study

AI is both a threat and an opportunity for journalism, with more than half of those surveyed for a new report saying they had concerns about its ethical implications on their work.
20 September 2023

Musk says X could charge all users 'small monthly payment'

Online platform X could introduce a monthly fee for all users, its owner Elon Musk said Monday, citing the need to cut down on bots.
19 September 2023

A love letter to Cricket 07

For most of the West, EA Sports is synonymous with franchises like FIFA and Madden NFL. But venture a little eastward, especially into the heart of South Asia, and you'll discover a cultural phenomenon that remains etched in our collective memories: EA Sports Cricket 07. 
16 August 2023

Saudi Arabia invests heavily in gaming to propel diversification

Saudi Arabia has made a resolute commitment to invest $8 billion in the gaming industry over the past year, with ambitious plans to become an international gaming hub.
6 August 2023

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: The ultimate ultra

Samsung's latest flagship, the Galaxy S23 Ultra, takes centre stage as a powerful contender in the smartphone market. While some might argue that the design changes are subtle and the price tag is on the higher side, there's no denying that this device excels in certain key areas, especially when it comes to photography.
28 July 2023

AI news presenters: What they mean for the future of newsroom

Since the debut of the country's first-ever artificial intelligence news presenter named 'Aparajita', there has been a raging debate regarding whether AI news presenters will take over the job of human news presenters in Bangladesh.
20 July 2023

Facebook brings changes to its video streaming services

Now on Facebook, users can view and write comments on Instagram Reels through Facebook without needing to switch between apps.
19 July 2023

Meta and Microsoft launch Llama 2, the next-generation Large Language Model

Tech giants Meta and Microsoft have announced the release of Llama 2, a family of large language models (LLMs) designed to transform the field of artificial intelligence (AI). The partnership was unveiled at the highly anticipated Microsoft Inspire event, capturing the attention of industry experts and signaling a new chapter in AI development.
18 July 2023

Unravelling the challenges behind bridging the digital healthcare gap

Despite being a relatively nascent concept in the country, digital health bears the potential to fundamentally redefine healthcare access for Bangladesh's 160 million residents, making healthcare available within the palm of their hands.
14 July 2023

Should you use AI in your university courses?

The remarkable level of accessibility and proficiency exhibited by AI tools has educators, students, and tech enthusiasts engaged in vigorous debates about one big question: should university students use AI in their courses?
7 July 2023

World’s first USD 3 trillion company: How Apple changed tech forever

As the world's first US $3 trillion company, Apple stands as a shining example of how a relentless pursuit of innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction can drive unparalleled success in the ever-evolving world of technology.
7 July 2023

Unverified Twitter users can no longer use TweetDeck

While previously free for all, unverified Twitter users can no longer use TweetDeck - Twitter's dashboard tool - as per a recent announcement by the popular social media platform.
4 July 2023

Xiaomi launches Redmi 12C smartphone in Bangladesh

Xiaomi has recently launched its latest Redmi smartphone in Bangladesh, the Redmi 12C.
27 June 2023

Refrigerators below BDT 50k for this Eid: our picks

With numerous options available in the market, choosing the right fridge can be quite challenging. Here is a list of our picks for refrigerators you can buy for this Eid below the BDT 50,000 price tag.
24 June 2023

Are we ready to listen?

In a world progressively leaning towards digital content, podcasts have been capturing the imaginations of millions worldwide with their diverse and immersive experiences.
23 June 2023