BSIC appoints Waiz Rahim as its MD and CEO
20 August 2026
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Bangladesh Startup Investment Company PLC has appointed Waiz Rahim as its managing director and chief executive officer.
Dave Bautista cast as Kratos in Amazon’s God of War series
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Dave Bautista has been confirmed as the new Kratos in Amazon Prime Video's live-action adaptation of God of War, replacing Ryan Hurst after the actor suffered an injury during production.
YouTube to count views from the moment a video starts playing
20 August 2026
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OpenAI launches teen-specific ChatGPT with homework safeguards and parental controls
20 August 2026
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TikTok explores payments via direct messages
20 August 2026
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A cosmic object at the edge of stardom
19 August 2026
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Bangladeshi scientist receives UK exploration award for Nepal Indigenous knowledge project
18 August 2026
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OpenAI launches SearchGPT, its own search engine
Unlike traditional search engines, SearchGPT not only retrieves data but also organises and summarises it for the user.
27 July 2024
Your guide to safe and effective social media activism
The rise of social media has transformed the landscape of activism.
27 July 2024
More internet disruptions till 6:00pm
Internet connectivity in Bangladesh will face partial disruptions for 12 hours today due to the maintenance of a submarine cable. That comes on top of the country’s already slow internet speed.
27 July 2024
Are your messenger chats secure?
Here's what you need to know about end-to-end encryption on Messenger.
26 July 2024
When Bangladesh went dark, a software bug caused a global IT outage
Thousands of flights cancelled or delayed. Surgeries at hospitals postponed. Patient care disrupted across the globe. All because of one software bug. Last week, many Microsoft PC users reported that their computers were refusing to turn on, leading to a global IT outage that brought much of the world to a standstill.
25 July 2024
Internet blackout: Freelancers in trouble
Internet blackout lands freelancers in trouble.
24 July 2024
Here are the top 4 free VPN services in 2024
In today's digital age, online privacy is paramount. Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) offer a layer of security by encrypting your internet traffic and masking your IP address.
24 July 2024
The spread of misinformation: Navigating the digital minefield during protests
As student protests and violent clashes continue to erupt in Dhaka, the spread of misinformation has become a significant concern, exacerbating tensions and fueling unrest. The digital age has made it easier than ever for false information to circulate rapidly, creating confusion and escalating conflicts.
18 July 2024
Palak blames social media for student deaths
State Minister for Posts, Telecommunications, and Information Technology, Zunaid Ahmed Palak, has attributed the deaths of several students in clashes related to the ongoing quota reform movement to misinformation spread on social media platforms, particularly Facebook.
18 July 2024
Right to access the internet is a human right
A world without internet is unimaginable in this age and time.
18 July 2024
Top alternatives to Facebook in 2024
With growing concerns over privacy and a desire for a different social media experience, many users are seeking alternatives to Facebook. Here are some of the best options available in 2024.
18 July 2024
4 ways to stay online during an internet outage
Mobile data internet services across Bangladesh is reportedly experiencing a widespread outage, as per reports.
18 July 2024
The future of leadership is kindness
In recent years, the business world has seen a paradigm shift in the qualities we value in leaders. Long gone are the days when assertiveness and strength were seen as the sole indicators of effective leadership.
18 July 2024
Mobile data disruptions continue for second day in Dhaka
From Wednesday afternoon, users across nearly all mobile operators in Bangladesh have faced problems logging in, posting messages, or sharing photos on Facebook and Messenger.
17 July 2024
Facebook inaccessible for many on mobile data
Since around 10 PM on Tuesday, users across the country have reported difficulties accessing Facebook through mobile internet.
16 July 2024
Social media platforms to face action if misinformation continues, warns Palak
Zunaid Ahmed Palak, the Minister of State for Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology of Bangladesh, has recently announced that the government will take stringent measures against social media platforms like Facebook and YouTube if they fail to cooperate in curbing misinformation and rumours.
16 July 2024
Grameenphone launches latest episode of Lumière featuring Shusmita Anis
Grameenphone has unveiled the newest episode in its Lumière series, this time featuring the illustrious Shusmita Anis, a revered name in the Bangladeshi music industry. Renowned for her versatile singing and emotive performances, Shusmita Anis’s episode provides viewers with an intimate exploration of her career, life choices, and personal philosophy.
16 July 2024
Startup Bangladesh cancels Tk 5cr fund for Ayman Sadiq’s 10 Minute School
Startup Bangladesh Limited has announced today that it has canceled an investment proposal of Tk 5 crore for 10 Minute School, Bangladesh’s largest edtech platform
16 July 2024
Kaspersky to officially leave the US
Kaspersky Labs, the Russia-based cybersecurity firm, has stated on its US website that the company will be leaving the United States. This announcement took place about a month after the US government banned Kaspersky from selling its antivirus software in the country.
16 July 2024
Apple sees nearly $8 bln annual sales in India: report
Apple has hit a record of almost $8 billion worth of annual sales in India, as per a recent report by Bloomberg News. More than half of the sales were from Apple's popular iPhone lineup, adds the report.
15 July 2024
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