Tech giants urge lawmakers not to restrict open-source AI

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DeepSeek pauses second fundraising round: report
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Chinese AI startup DeepSeek has verbally informed some prospective investors that it is suspending its second fundraising round, Bloomberg News reported last week, citing people familiar with the matter.
Facebook launches free verified badge using selfie checks
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OpenAI sued after ChatGPT allegedly told user not to seek medical treatment
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OpenAI says its AI models hacked a startup "on its own"
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22 July 2026, 10:11 AM Tech & Startup
Dual-battery code in iOS 27 fuels foldable iPhone speculation 
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Uber agrees $14.8bn deal to acquire Foodpanda owner Delivery Hero
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Agritech Startup Agroshift raises $1.8M, the largest ever pre-seed funding in Bangladesh

Agroshift, a Bangladeshi agri-tech that enables businesses to source directly from farmers, has announced it has raised $1.8M in funding, making it the largest-ever pre-seed round for any Bangladeshi startup.  
25 October 2022, 04:52 AM

Exciting new features for WhatsApp

The popular app that is owned by Meta has been continuously working throughout the years to make the app as secure for users as possible. They have been tinkering with a few new features for a new security campaign for a while now and Head of WhatsApp, Will Cathcart, has finally revealed them to the audience. He disclosed how the encryption on WhatsApp will now be stronger than ever and the campaign will be dedicated to educate the masses about the importance of end-to-end encryption.
24 October 2022, 12:38 PM

Cyclone Sitrang disrupts internet and mobile network

Digital communications in the country are likely to be greatly impacted as the cyclone Sitrang approaches and is expected to hit the coastal areas by nightfall on Monday. 
24 October 2022, 11:53 AM

4 websites to track SuperStorm Sitrang LIVE

We have brought you a list of websites to help you track the updates of the storm in real time.
24 October 2022, 08:34 AM

Avik Anwar finishes second in Gulf Procar Championship 2022, Round 1, Race 1

At the Dubai Autodrome Circuit National Layout on Saturday, Avik Anwar finished in second place in Race 1 of Round 1 of the Gulf Procar Championship 2022. In Round 1, there were two races. In Race 2, he came in sixth. On November 7, the next round of the competition will take place.
23 October 2022, 17:00 PM

Pillars of Creation: James Webb telescope renders detailed images

One of the most celebrated, awe-inspiring images of modern astronomy, revealing colossal spires of interstellar gas and dust called the Pillars of Creation, has been rendered anew with greater depth, clarity and color by the James Webb Space Telescope.
23 October 2022, 15:22 PM

The first-ever all-female team representing Bangladesh in Global Esports Games 2022

For the first time in history, an all-female team is internationally representing Bangladesh in the official esports tournament ‘Global Esports Games 2022’.
23 October 2022, 12:06 PM

Evaly to storm back with a new ‘Thank You’ Campaign

Evaly, the much-talked-about e-commerce venture, is storming its way back to business with a brand new ‘Thank You’ campaign starting from October 28th.
23 October 2022, 09:40 AM

ICT Ministry to launch 13 new cineplexes outside of Dhaka

ICT Division is establishing 13 new cineplexes outside of the capital by 2025. Bangladesh Hi-Tech Park Authority of ICT Division is building these 13 cinema halls to screen movies and by this year a cineplex will be inaugurated in Rajshahi. 
23 October 2022, 09:21 AM

WhatsApp rolls out Call Links feature

WhatsApp has rolled out the Call Links feature, which allows users to send audio-video call links. 
22 October 2022, 11:20 AM

Vivo V25 and Vivo V25e launched in Bangladesh

Global smartphone brand Vivo recently launched two of its V series smartphones, V25 and V25e in Bangladesh. 
22 October 2022, 10:54 AM

Samsung launches Galaxy Buds2 Pro in Bangladesh

The earbuds come with features such as 24-bit Hi-Fi audio, an intelligent 360 audio system and active noise cancellation.
22 October 2022, 06:57 AM

No plans for layoffs: Twitter tells employees

Twitter Inc (TWTR.N) on Thursday clarified to staff that there are no plans for company-wide layoffs since it signed a deal to be acquired by billionaire Elon Musk, after a media outlet reported that Musk is considering layoffs at the company.
21 October 2022, 08:04 AM

How to set up a budget greenscreen at home

Did you know that you can create your own greenscreen by just using fabric from a craft store?
20 October 2022, 18:40 PM

Premium TVs under 70k: Take your pick

For premium live sports viewing experience, here are some premium TVs under Tk. 70,000 you should consider.
20 October 2022, 18:20 PM

Spotting the big boys at ABT Sportsline Bangladesh Connect 2022

Audi Bangladesh-Progress Motors recently hosted an event to showcase their cars and lineup of ABT Sportsline products - the official sports team of Audi.
20 October 2022, 18:14 PM

5 useful websites to improve your career prospects

Here are 5 useful websites that can help improve your career prospects.
20 October 2022, 18:08 PM

India slaps penalty of over Rs 1,300cr on Google

The Competition Commission of India (CCI), fair trade regulator, today slapped a penalty of Rs 1,337.76 crore on Google for abusing its dominant position in multiple markets in the android mobile device ecosystem.
20 October 2022, 16:50 PM

Amazon faces US $1 billion lawsuit in UK for 'favouring its own products'

E-commerce giant Amazon.com is facing a lawsuit in Britain for damages of up to US $1 billion over allegations that the online marketplace abused its dominant position by favouring its own products, lawyers said.
20 October 2022, 12:44 PM

YouTube is bringing a big change: Here’s what you need to know

YouTube is launching a new feature to allow users to set their own handles for their YouTube channels.
20 October 2022, 09:43 AM
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