Known as the Centennial Light, this carbon-filament bulb has been glowing since 1901, earning it the title of the world’s longest-burning light bulb, recognised by Guinness World Records.

A recent study suggests that artificial intelligence (AI) models, like OpenAI's ChatGPT, might be capable of 'tasting' colours and shapes in ways similar to how humans do.

Apple has agreed to a $95 million settlement to resolve claims that its Siri voice assistant unlawfully recorded private conversations and shared them with third parties.

China has recently introduced the prototype of its next-generation high-speed train, the CR450, which is capable of reaching 450 kilometres per hour.

Several Facebook accounts with large followings have been deleted or compromised by an identified group of hackers in Bangladesh.

The Thai Embassy in Dhaka has officially launched e-visa services for ordinary passport holders in Bangladesh, starting from 2 January 2025. Here are the steps to get a Thailand e-visa:

The National Curriculum and Textbook Board (NCTB) has launched digital versions of its primary and secondary textbooks online. The digital rollout comes as a response to setbacks in the delivery of hard copy books, which are still in the process of being printed and distributed.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has directed his government and Sberbank, the country’s largest bank, to strengthen collaboration with China in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) according to an order published on the Kremlin’s website on 1 January.

Geoffrey Hinton, widely regarded as the 'godfather of AI', has voiced strong opposition to OpenAI’s move to transition from a nonprofit to a for-profit company, as per a recent report by Business Insider.

Following the tech advancements of 2024, the year 2025 promises more advancements in technology across various domains. From regulatory changes in artificial intelligence (AI) to breakthroughs in quantum security, here are seven trends you should look out for which might shape 2025:

AI chatbots are showing signs of early dementia-like cognitive impairment, according to a recent study published in The BMJ, a peer-reviewed medical journal. Researchers tested leading chatbots, including ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini, using the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), a tool designed to spot early signs of dementia in humans.

A new generational cohort, Generation Beta, will officially begin on 1 January 2025, marking the emergence of a cohort expected to grow up in a world defined by rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), digital connectivity, and pressing environmental challenges.

Chinese state-sponsored hackers infiltrated the U.S. Treasury Department's systems this month, gaining access to sensitive, unclassified documents, according to a letter shared with lawmakers and obtained by Reuters.

Nvidia, the chipmaker, announced on 30 December that it has finalised its $700 million acquisition of Run:ai, Israeli AI startup.

The European Union (EU) has officially announced the implementation of its long-awaited mandate for USB-C chargers, requiring all new portable electronic devices sold in the EU to adopt the standardised charging port.

A series of cyberattacks has compromised multiple Google Chrome browser extensions, impacting several companies since mid-December, according to a recent report by Reuters.

The rapid expansion of data centres catering to artificial intelligence (AI) demands is raising concerns about its impact on the U.S. power grid, according to a recent report by Bloomberg.

Ukraine’s leading mobile operator Kyivstar has signed an agreement with Elon Musk’s Starlink to introduce direct-to-cell satellite connectivity, its parent company VEON announced on Monday, according to a recent report by Reuters.

Two American telecom companies, AT&T and Verizon, have confirmed the security of their U.S. networks following cyber espionage attempts linked to the Chinese-backed Salt Typhoon operation.

A Moscow court has fined TikTok three million roubles (around $28,930) for failing to comply with Russian legal restrictions on the distribution of specific types of information, according to a recent report by Reuters.