Networking is essential for career development as it serves as a gateway to numerous opportunities and resources, opening your doors to unadvertised job prospects and helpful collaborations. If you aren't yet too familiar with the importance of networking for professional development, here's a quick refresher on the ‘why’ and the ‘how’ of it.

Here are our picks for jobs of the week.

The globally acclaimed business show, 'Shark Tank', which has aired in over 40 countries, is set to have a localised version in Bangladesh. Sony Pictures Entertainment and Bongo has inked a deal to introduce the popular reality show in the country with Robi on board as the 'Title Sponsor', supported by Startup Bangladesh as the 'Powered by' collaborator.

For desktops and laptops, not maintaining proper everyday care can significantly fasten their ageing process. However, even if your old computer is feeling sluggish and unresponsive, there are a few tweaks and upgrades you could do to optimise its speed and make it run smoother.

Adobe, the popular software company behind Photoshop and Illustrator, has recently announced a new image-generation tool called 'Generative Match' which can identify the art style of an uploaded image and generate new images, illustrations, and concept designs based on the matched art style.

Google has announced plans to revolutioniae user authentication by phasing out traditional passwords in favor of passkeys. After receiving overwhelmingly positive feedback earlier this year, the tech giant is now focusing on enhancing the accessibility of passkeys.

In an era where financial stability is increasingly valued, the allure of passive income has never been greater. It's the dream — earning money without the daily grind. As Bangladesh strides confidently towards a digital and diversified economy, the concept of passive income has become increasingly appealing for many Bangladeshis. As we navigate through 2023, new and evolving opportunities for passive income have emerged, allowing many to diversify their income streams. Here’s a comprehensive look at some of the most promising avenues this year.

Sal Khan, an American educator of Bangladeshi origin, has recently been named in the Insider AI 100 2023 list, a recognition that honours significant contributions to the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Khan is famously known for his tutoring web platform Khan Academy, which was launched in 2008.

As the global mobile game development industry continues to skyrocket, Bangladesh stands on the precipice of an exciting opportunity that promises to reshape the gaming landscape and the country's digital future. While the mobile gaming industry in Bangladesh faces its share of challenges, it is a sector brimming with opportunities and a rapidly expanding user base.

TikTok is marking World Mental Health Day on October 10th with a month-long campaign focused on mental health awareness for October. The platform aims to combat mental health stigmas and demonstrates its commitment to this cause.

Pathao, the popular on-demand digital platform, has been chosen as one of the top 40 global technology firms that are outperforming their Western counterparts. The list was prepared by Rest of World, a New York-based tech-focused news publication founded by Sophie Schmidt, the daughter of former Google CEO Eric Schmidt.

When buying a new graphics card, words like ‘clock speed,’ ‘memory bandwidth,’ ‘GPU architecture’, and complex naming schemes might catch you off-guard. Worry not, we will provide you with all the know-how you need to get started on your brand new graphics card purchase.

Folding phones have become increasingly popular, with a plethora of options available to consumers, from the likes of Google’s Pixel Fold to Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold5. Amidst this competition, Xiaomi's Mix Fold 3 stands out: a device that undeniably offers a tantalising preview of the potential future trajectory of folding phones on a global scale.

Unity Technologies, the company behind the popular video game development platform Unity Engine, announced yesterday that their CEO, John Riccitiello, will be retiring effective immediately. This decision comes about a month after Unity's controversial decision to charge developers based on the number of games they have running on the Unity engine.

Prada, the famous Italian luxury fashion house, has partnered with Axiom Space, a Texas-based private space company, to craft advanced spacesuits for NASA's upcoming Artemis mission. The collaboration aims to provide cutting-edge gear for astronauts on lunar expeditions.

Two initiatives of Aspire to Innovate-a2i named ‘National Intelligence Employment and Entrepreneurship (NISE)’ and ‘Muktopaath’ have recently won the WITSA 2023 Global Innovation and Technology Excellence Award from the World Information Technology and Services Alliance (WITSA), an alliance of information technology sector organisations from various countries.

On October 7, Facebook's blue-ticked official account made a post calling for the release of the former Pakistani president and renowned cricketer, Imran Khan. Another post from the page openly criticised both the Indian and International Cricket Council for visa issues related to the hosting of the World Cup. The posts, which quickly drew significant attention, were swiftly removed, but not before raising eyebrows and sparking speculation about the security of the social media giant's platform.

NASA Space Apps Challenge 2023, the annual hackathon competition for aspiring scientists and innovators, had its grand closing ceremony for Bangladesh held today at Independent University Bangladesh (IUB). The 9th iteration of this competition was organised by Bangladesh Association of Software and Information Services (BASIS) in collaboration with BASIS Students Forum.

‘Keeb Showdown’, an in-person keyboard customisation competition and the first of its kind in Bangladesh, was held on October 6 at the BCS Computer City. Local enthusiast groups called MechaBoards BD and PC Builder Bangladesh jointly organised this event as a part of the City IT Mega Fair 2023.

Knowing how to handle conflict resolution in the modern workplace takes some time and effort to master, but doing so is crucial for maintaining a productive atmosphere that would benefit both you and your coworkers. Let's take a look at conflict resolution in workplaces and how you can do your part in handling them.