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A new social media trend encouraging users to generate AI-powered caricatures of themselves is spreading rapidly across platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
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13 February 2026, 22:10 PM
Day after polls, Dhaka’s empty streets briefly transformed into cricket fields and football grounds
13 February 2026, 22:10 PM
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5 February 2026, 23:51 PM
Bangladesh’s electoral credibility could be undermined unless weaknesses in key digital systems are addressed, according to a report by the Tech Global Institute (TGI), a technology policy research organisation.
5 February 2026, 23:51 PM
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Star Tech Corner / NASA eyes February 2026 for moon mission

31 January 2026, 06:28 AM
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31 January 2026, 06:28 AM
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They look like voters. They’re AI

22 January 2026, 14:32 PM
Dozens of short videos circulating on social media in the run-up to the country’s 13th national parliamentary election feature what appear to be ordinary citizens making voting pledges, offering political endorsements, and criticising rival parties.
22 January 2026, 14:32 PM
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Avg smartphone prices could rise by 6.9% in 2026

10 January 2026, 00:00 AM
The global technology industry is bracing for a sustained rise in random-access memory (RAM) prices through 2026, a shift expected to ripple across consumer electronics markets, particularly desktops and smartphones.
10 January 2026, 00:00 AM
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How will NEIR change the Bangladeshi smartphone industry

11 December 2025, 18:00 PM
Bangladesh is set to officially launch the National Equipment Identity Register (NEIR) system on December 16, 2025, to curb mobile smuggling, tax evasion, and the circulation of cloned or refurbished devices.
11 December 2025, 18:00 PM
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Next Step / Bangladesh is the next big market for computing growth

6 November 2025, 09:17 AM
In an interview with The Daily Star, Lee outlines how the Taiwanese technology giant is positioning itself for the next decade, both globally and in Bangladesh.
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A seasonal guide to property maintenance

The country’s climate oscillates between scorching summer temperatures, torrential monsoon rains and relatively mild winters, each phase presenting distinct challenges. Without careful planning and timely intervention, even well-established properties can suffer from accelerated wear, diminished value and compromised habitability.
13 July 2025, 18:00 PM
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New telecom policy aims to end syndicates, boost 5G, cheaper internet

Bangladesh’s telecom system, long criticised for inefficiency and corruption, is undergoing a major overhaul under the proposed ‘Telecom Network and Licensing Reform Policy 2025’. 
7 July 2025, 17:32 PM

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A gun magazine was found in Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuiyan's bag during a recent search at the airport.
1 July 2025, 08:34 AM
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What this year’s budget means for the ICT sector

This fiscal plan allocates substantial resources to the ICT Division, Ministry of Science and Technology and other agencies tasked with developing digital infrastructure, nurturing tech talent and fostering start-ups.
2 June 2025, 17:13 PM
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Rancon FC properties is transforming spaces into green wonders

The port city of Bangladesh, Chattogram is undergoing significant transformation in recent times due to the economic wellbeing of the country. However, this economic wellbeing must also coincide with sustainability so that better quality of life can be achieved.
21 May 2025, 18:00 PM
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Realme 14 5G: A performance beast built for mobile gaming

We recently got our hands on the Realme 14 5G. But before we dive into the review, have a bit of patience for a nostalgic reminiscence.
20 May 2025, 04:34 AM
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Shaping a generation

The Daily Star and HSBC Bank honoured high-achieving students of the O and A-Level examinations yesterday at the Bangladesh China Friendship Exhibition Center.
26 April 2025, 18:00 PM
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The art of the fix: How luggage repairers save your travel companion

There is something comforting about that familiar zip, the reassuring click of a sturdy wheel rolling across a polished airport floor, the reassuring heft of your suitcase as you navigate new cities and distant horizons.
25 April 2025, 18:00 PM
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A Bangladeshi scientist's visit to Antarctica

A researcher, Fairuz Ishraque spends 69 days in the icy continent
18 April 2025, 18:01 PM
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Team Adamantine to fly Hong Kong in June to represent Bangladesh

Team Adamantine from Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP) has recently secured first place in the ‘Business Case Competition 2025’ and will represent Bangladesh at the HSBC/HKU Asia Pacific Business Case Competition in Hong Kong this June. 
16 April 2025, 02:36 AM
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Postal workers to get e-bikes for smooth delivery services: Faiz Taiyeb

Bangladesh’s postal service is introducing a series of reforms aimed at improving delivery efficiency, including the allocation of electric bikes to postmen, according to Faiz Ahmad Taiyeb, Special Assistant to the Chief Adviser at the Ministry of Posts, Telecommunication and Information Technology.
13 April 2025, 11:49 AM
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Investment Summit: Young entrepreneurs pitch businesses

The Youth Entrepreneurship Expo 2025 took place on April 9 as part of the ongoing Bangladesh Investment Summit 2025 at the InterContinental Hotel in Dhaka. The event spotlighted 30 youth-led ventures from across the country, offering a platform for entrepreneurs to present their innovations and business models to investors and industry observers.
9 April 2025, 15:56 PM
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Users test out Starlink internet speed at Bangladesh Investment Summit

Starlink, the satellite-based internet service provider founded by Elon Musk, has begun its operations in Bangladesh with a trial service. Starlink is being showcased today on the third day of the Bangladesh Investment Summit, held at the InterContinental Hotel in Dhaka.
9 April 2025, 06:50 AM
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Bangladesh signs MoU with NASA for space exploration

Bangladesh has become the 54th country to sign the Artemis Accords, an international space exploration agreement by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) of the United States of America. The signing ceremony was held on the sidelines of Bangladesh Investment Summit 2025 at the InterContinental Hotel Dhaka on April 8.
8 April 2025, 10:44 AM
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Bangladesh has significant investment potential: experts

Bangladesh has significant potential for investment but poor infrastructure, lack of access to finance and regulatory hurdles in the country remain concerns, according to businesspeople at Bangladesh Startup Connect 2025.
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Bangladesh Bank announces Tk 800 crore equity fund for startups

Bangladesh Bank Governor Dr Ahsan H. Mansur today announced two major funds to support the country’s startup ecosystem during the ongoing Bangladesh Investment Summit 2025.
7 April 2025, 09:41 AM
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Bangladesh Investment Summit 2025 kicks off

Bangladesh Investment Summit 2025 has begun at Intercontinental Dhaka on April 7, 2025. 
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US tariffs will not affect investments in Bangladesh: BIDA Chairman

The recently enacted decisions by the US government regarding tariffs will not affect the upcoming Bangladesh Investment Summit 2025, according to Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) Executive Chairman Ashik Chowdhury.
6 April 2025, 11:54 AM
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What to expect at the Bangladesh Investment Summit

The Bangladesh Investment Summit, set to take place from April 7 to 10 at Hotel InterContinental Dhaka, aims to strengthen investment opportunities in the country. 
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Starlink to demonstrate internet service at Bangladesh Investment Summit

Elon Musk’s satellite internet venture, Starlink, is set to conduct a demonstration of its services at the upcoming Bangladesh Investment Summit, scheduled to take place from April 7 to April 10 in Dhaka.
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