Launching a startup is an exhilarating journey, but one of the greatest challenges lies in securing the necessary funding to turn your vision into reality. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the strategies and steps that aspiring entrepreneurs can undertake to raise funding for their startups.

Imo, a messaging and calling app, has reported a significant surge in usage among Bangladeshi users in 2023, with 3,580 crore international calls made over the platform. Bangladesh saw a total of 247.9 billion interactions on Imo in 2023, with each Bangladeshi user communicating approximately 730 times on average, equivalent to about twice a day.

Code Black, an all-female robotics team from Bangladesh, is participating in the World Science, Environment, and Engineering Competition (WSEEC) 2024, an international robotics event in Jakarta, Indonesia, scheduled from May 12 to 18. The team comprises Jannatul Ferdous Fabin (team leader), Nusrat Zahan Sinha (team management), Nosrat Jahan Nowrin (hardware), Saniea Islam Sara (software), and Tahia Rahman (project manager).

Bangladesh has dropped six places in its global ranking for mobile internet speed performance, as reported by Ookla's Speedtest Global Index for March, which gathers data from monthly tests conducted by users worldwide. Despite individual improvements by operators, the country now sits at the 112th position out of 148 countries, falling from its previous position at 106th in the February report.

Luminous Power Technologies, a provider of energy solutions, announced a partnership with Dhaka Power Traders (DPT) of Tandhan Group to establish a factory for manufacturing Jumbo Tubular batteries in Bangladesh. This will be the first such facility in the country.

Daiki Axis, a Japanese manufacturer of sewage treatment plants, announced the launch of its Bangladesh subsidiary, Daiki Axis Bangladesh. The company will operate with 100% Japanese investment and focus on the local production of sewage treatment plants utilising Johkasou technology.

The much anticipated first episode of 'Shark Tank Bangladesh' saw three startups secure over 1 crore taka in investments and introduced viewers to some innovative ideas. But it also had its share of eyebrow-raising moments.

The algorithm behind TikTok's content recommendations has once again drawn mainstream attention following the recent US ruling for ByteDance, its Chinese owner, to divest its US assets or risk a nationwide ban of the app. Here is a breakdown of how TikTok's algorithm operates and why it is generating so much discussion recently.

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Microsoft, the tech titan most closely associated with AI, has announced nearly $10 billion in investments in artificial intelligence abroad in recent months, the price it is willing to pay to remain a top player in this crucial market

Chinese tech giant ByteDance has said it has no plans to sell TikTok after a new US law put it on a deadline to divest from the hugely popular video platform or have it banned in the United States

India's first multi-purpose (combined Heat & Power) green hydrogen pilot project at state-owned Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam’s 1,500 MW hydro power station (NJHPS) in Jhakri, Himachal Pradesh, was inaugurated today.

In a step towards indigenisation in space sector, the Indian government’s Technology Development Board (TDB) has extended financial support for a fabrication of cutting-edge space-grade solar array and test facility by start-up Dhruva Space Private Limited in Hyderabad.

Startup Bangladesh Limited, the government-backed venture capital firm under the ICT Division, has announced a strategic investment of BDT 1 crore in Pulse Tech Ltd. to enhance retail pharma operation in Bangladesh. The official announcement took place during a signing ceremony in Dhaka.

Renowned Bangladeshi scientist M. Zahid Hasan has been appointed Visiting Professor of Physics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Professor Hasan announced today via his social media account that he will begin teaching classes at MIT in May, focusing on quantum matter and quantum topology. His new role at MIT follows a distinguished career at Princeton University, where he is a Professor of Physics and has led groundbreaking research in the field of quantum physics.

Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp is reportedly testing new features for its app, including offline file sharing and an in-app dialer.

World AI Creator Awards (WAICA), in collaboration with Fanvue, a subscription platform for AI content, is set to organise ‘Miss AI’, the world’s first AI beauty pageant. In the competition, AI-generated contestants will compete for the title of ‘Miss AI’, showcasing a fusion of artificial intelligence and aesthetics.

An overheating engine is one of the most concerning issues a car owner can face – right up there with having your vehicle totalled in an accident. When an engine overheats, it can lead to catastrophic damage like warped cylinder heads, cracked engine blocks, or blown head gaskets.

Tesla has reported a 55% decline in profits to USD 1.13 billion for the first quarter (Q1), marked by a lengthy electric vehicle (EV) price-cutting strategy and various obstacles affecting the automaker's financial performance.

Bushra Afreen, the Chief Heat Officer (CHO) for North Dhaka, has recently come under intense scrutiny and online trolling amidst a surge in heatwaves across the city. After her recent remarks in some interviews, Afreen has become a target of online trolling due to her high-profile role. This spotlight has led to confusion about what a Chief Heat Officer is, what their role entails, and whether they're a government-created position.