Md. Zahidur Rabbi

In an interview with The Daily Star, Julian said Bangladesh has already built an extensive mobile network, with almost universal 4G population coverage, but still trails several countries in South and Southeast Asia in smartphone adoption, mobile broadband usage and digital innovation.

The newly proposed Gambling Prevention Bill, 2026, is slated to repeal the Public Gambling Act of 1867 and introduce a regime targeting not only conventional betting operations but also online platforms, cryptocurrency-based wagering systems, influencer-driven promotion networks, and the digital infrastructure that supports them.

Electric Vehicles (EVs), once regarded as exclusive novelties for high-end consumers in Bangladesh, are beginning to emerge as a more visible part of urban life.

The rise of online study platforms shows a transformation in Bangladesh’s exam culture. Competitive exams remain central to many career pathways, but preparation methods are changing rapidly. 

Drought may be accelerating the spread of antibiotic resistance through a largely overlooked pathway: the soil beneath our feet. 

NASA recently launched its Artemis II mission, marking the first crewed voyage beyond low Earth orbit since Apollo 17 in 1972. The agency has described Artemis II as “the first crewed lunar flyby in more than 50 years”.

Meta has introduced two new smart glasses designed for users who require prescription lenses on March 31. 

A new website created by a Bangladeshi software developer is helping motorists track fuel prices and availability at filling stations across the country in real time, as fears of supply disruption have led to long queues at pumps.