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AI caricature trend: is it safe?

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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.
23 February 2026, 17:34 PM
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This morning, Dhaka belonged to the children

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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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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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.
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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.
6 November 2025, 09:17 AM
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Robi subsidiary launches commercial data centre

Axentec PLC, a subsidiary of Robi Axiata Ltd., has recently launched Cypher, a Tier-IV commercial data centre at Sheikh Hasina Software Technology Park in Jashore. The data centre pledges an uptime guarantee of 99.995%. 
25 February 2024, 08:58 AM
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Haileybury Bhaluka on a mission to shape future leaders

Haileybury Bhaluka is an upcoming boarding school located in Bhaluka, Mymensingh, dedicated to providing quality English education for students from the ages of 11 to 18. It is affiliated with the Haileybury UK School.
22 February 2024, 08:50 AM
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Dark Brandon: The U.S. presidential campaign's 'meme warfare'

With the rising popularity of memes comes a brand new 'meme culture' which is slowly integrating itself with political campaigns, as candidates are often resorting to memes as an efficient way to gain a notable online presence. With the U.S. presidential election scheduled for November 5 this year, let’s look at how one meme in particular has been used as a campaign tool thus far: Dark Brandon.
19 February 2024, 14:49 PM
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How to make a successful career transition

Navigating through career transitions should be well thought out and properly assessed. In the dynamic era of professionalism and competition, strategic transition is necessary for successful growth, so let's take a look at how you can tackle this sudden change successfully. 
3 February 2024, 03:25 AM
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CrackPlatoon launches EV charging station in Cumilla

CrackPlatoon Charging Solution Limited, a Bangladeshi EV charging startup, has recently launched an electric vehicle (EV) charging station at "MIAMI Leisure Spot" on the Dhaka-Chittagong highway in Kalakachua, Burichang, Cumilla.
23 January 2024, 12:13 PM
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Royal Enfields to hit the streets of Bangladesh from May

Ifad group has made a deal with Royal Enfield motorcycles to bring the signature motorbikes on the streets of Bangladesh. The Ifad group is expected to begin commercial operation in July of this year. Initially, four models of Royal Enfield motorcycles: Bullet, Meteor, Hunter, and Classic will be launched.
23 January 2024, 10:52 AM
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Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra: Our first impression

Samsung has recently launched its S24 lineup at the galaxy unpacked event on 17 January 2024. We had a chance to get our hands on the device exclusively and here’s what we thought of it in terms of first impressions:
23 January 2024, 09:16 AM
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The coolest gadgets from CES 2024, so far

Recognised for premiering innovative consumer technology on the global stage, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) stands as one of the most influential tech events worldwide. This year, held from January 9 to 12 in Las Vegas, USA, CES 2024 has already showcased a variety of unique gadgets. Here are some of the coolest gadgets that caught our eyes in CES 2024 so far.
9 January 2024, 18:26 PM
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How to check election results online on the EC app

Bangladesh Election Commission Secretariat has released the 'Smart Election Management BD' app, which is intended to help voters to stay updated online. Voters can see their polling centres and their addresses, voter numbers, and voting serial numbers by providing NID information and birth date in the designated sections of the app.
6 January 2024, 14:57 PM
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AI cameras to be installed on Dhaka-Chittagong highway

The Dhaka-Chittagong highway is set to be dotted with artificial intelligence (AI) based CCTV cameras covering a span of 250 kilometres. The cameras, financed by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) at BDT 152 crore 56 lakhs, are aimed at enhancing the capabilities of the highway police, according to sources associated with the project.
24 December 2023, 12:03 PM
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Government plans digital health cards for all citizens

The government has taken an initiative to introduce digital health cards for all citizens, in a bid to eradicate the need of preserving physical prescription and test files by creating a unified digital database.
9 December 2023, 13:54 PM
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How Starlink internet can benefit Bangladesh

Earlier this year, Starlink officials came to Bangladesh to potentially strike a deal with the ICT Division in operating in the country. But what is the hype around Starlink and how may it impact communications in Bangladesh? Let's take a look.
8 December 2023, 13:51 PM
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Curtain closes for Banglalink Ennovators 7.0

The grand finale of Ennovators 7.0, a digital ideation competition hosted by Banglalink Digital Communications Limited was held on 4 December at Capital’s Pan Pacific Sonargaon ballroom. 
4 December 2023, 17:26 PM
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Dr Razia receives OPCW-The Hague Award as the first Bangladeshi

Professor Dr. Syeda Sultana Razia of Chemical Engineering Department of Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) has been awarded this year's prestigious 2023 OPCW-The Hague Award, in recognition of her efforts to educate the people about the peaceful uses of chemistry, particularly in chemical safety and security. 
1 December 2023, 15:59 PM
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As the year draws to a close, Spotify Wrapped has become a much-anticipated annual tradition for music enthusiasts. This feature of Spotify compiles a comprehensive summary of your musical journey throughout the year, presented in vibrant and engaging graphics. From top songs to unique listening habits, Spotify Wrapped offers users an insightful reflection of their year in music.
30 November 2023, 11:36 AM
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Starlink satellite units to be established on the Gaza Strip with Israeli approval

Starlink, a satellite internet system operated by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, will be allowed to operate over Gaza if the satellites are approved by Israel, according to Israel's Minister of Communications.
29 November 2023, 13:16 PM
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PM to take charge of Science Ministry; Palak to head Posts and Telecom

In a recent cabinet reshuffle, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has been assigned with the additional role of overseeing the Ministry of Science and Technology, while Zunaid Ahmed Palak, the State Minister for Information and Communication Technology (ICT), has been assigned with the additional responsibilities of the Posts and Telecommunications Department, following the departure of the two technocrat ministers from these ministries.
29 November 2023, 11:46 AM
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CrackPlatoon launches commercial EV charging station at Dhaka

CrackPlatoon Charging Solution Ltd, in collaboration with Dhaka Electric Supply Company Limited (DESCO) and Sumatra Filling Station, recently launched their first ever commercial Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Infrastructure at Manikdi, Dhaka Cantonment.
27 November 2023, 13:06 PM
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250cc Bajaj Pulsar N250 launched in Bangladesh

Uttara Motors, the manufacturer and distributor of Bajaj motorcycles in Bangladesh, has recently launched The Pulsar N250 motorcycle.
27 November 2023, 11:53 AM
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E-bike rental service Skoot launched in Sylhet

Skoot Ltd, a local startup, has launched an e-bike rental station at Chowhatta Point, Sylhet on November 25. Through this station, users can rent an electric bike for as long as they require.
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