Prada to design spacesuits for Artemis III lunar mission

Prada, the famous Italian luxury fashion house, has partnered with Axiom Space, a Texas-based private space company, to craft advanced spacesuits for NASA's upcoming Artemis mission. The collaboration aims to provide cutting-edge gear for astronauts on lunar expeditions.
10 October 2023, 04:06 AM

a2i’s NISE and Muktopaath win WITSA Award

Two initiatives of Aspire to Innovate-a2i named ‘National Intelligence Employment and Entrepreneurship (NISE)’ and ‘Muktopaath’ have recently won the WITSA 2023 Global Innovation and Technology Excellence Award from the World Information Technology and Services Alliance (WITSA), an alliance of information technology sector organisations from various countries.
9 October 2023, 09:15 AM

NASA Space Apps Challenge Bangladesh 2023 wraps up

NASA Space Apps Challenge 2023, the annual hackathon competition for aspiring scientists and innovators, had its grand closing ceremony for Bangladesh held today at Independent University Bangladesh (IUB). The 9th iteration of this competition was organised by Bangladesh Association of Software and Information Services (BASIS) in collaboration with BASIS Students Forum.
8 October 2023, 12:33 PM

First-ever in-person keyboard customisation contest held in Bangladesh

‘Keeb Showdown’, an in-person keyboard customisation competition and the first of its kind in Bangladesh, was held on October 6 at the BCS Computer City. Local enthusiast groups called MechaBoards BD and PC Builder Bangladesh jointly organised this event as a part of the City IT Mega Fair 2023.
7 October 2023, 08:42 AM

Study reveals the most commonly compromised passwords

Specops Software, an international password management company, has recently released in-depth research on the most commonly comprised passwords and whether password lengths enhance online security. Take a look if, by chance, you have been using any of the weakest passwords currently known.
3 October 2023, 09:24 AM

Team from Bangladesh wins Gold Medal at intl. invention competition

Team Atlas, a robotics team from Bangladesh, has recently earned the Gold Medal in the IT & Robotics Segment at this year's World Invention Competition and Exhibition. The team won amongst 400 competing teams from 20 participating countries, including China, Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Thailand.
2 October 2023, 04:28 AM

Registration opens for Banglalink Ennovators 7.0

Banglalink has officially opened registration for the 7th iteration of Ennovators, the company's annual digital ideation competition. As per an official press release, Banglalink Ennovators 7.0 will engage participants in the limitless potential of the digital world while allowing an immersive experience to explore the depths of innovation.
1 October 2023, 11:19 AM

Google turns 25: A breakdown of the tech giant's journey

Google, the world-famous tech giant, has officially turned 25 years old. Let's take a look at the company's 25-year odyssey in revolutionising the internet as we know today.
27 September 2023, 07:33 AM

Facebook just changed its logo; spot the difference

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has rolled out an updated "identity system" for the social media giant, which includes a subtly redesigned logo. While at first glance the changes might appear minimal, a closer look reveals a darker shade of blue and a few modifications to the lowercase "f".
24 September 2023, 08:48 AM

Microsoft unveils its new Surface Laptop, AI powered Copilot, and more

Microsoft unveiled a slew of new products and updates at its Surface event this year. From groundbreaking hardware advancements to sophisticated software improvements, the tech behemoth continues to reshape the landscape of personal and professional computing. Here's a detailed look at the announcements that have caught the industry's attention
21 September 2023, 18:21 PM

Bangladesh’s mobile internet 73% slower than India: Study

The country now ranks 82nd out of 121 nations in Digital Quality of Life Index 2023.
21 September 2023, 12:17 PM

Apple just released iOS 17: Here are the top new features

Apple's latest software update, iOS 17, has landed with a plethora of features aimed at making your digital life simpler, more efficient, and a lot more fun. With a focus on innovation and user experience, the tech giant's newest offering has something for everyone. Here's what you need to know about iOS 17's standout features.
20 September 2023, 17:41 PM

So, what happened to Threads?

When Meta, formerly Facebook, introduced Threads as a rival to Twitter, the tech world buzzed with anticipation. Touted as a groundbreaking platform for text-based content, Threads attracted record-breaking numbers of new users within days of its launch. But just three months in, data shows a steep decline in user engagement and retention. So, what went wrong?
19 September 2023, 10:51 AM

Here's how the world's nations are regulating AI tools

In response to the recent rise of AI technologies, countries are collaborating to create comprehensive legal frameworks that prioritise safety and privacy as topmost considerations. Check out how some of the countries and nations in the world are tackling the regulation of AI tools and systems. 
19 September 2023, 09:32 AM

a2i's ekShop initiative wins UN 'SDG Digital GameChangers Award'

An initiative of Aspire to Innovate (a2i) called 'ekShop' has recently won the United Nations ‘SDG Digital GameChangers Award’. The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) jointly awarded ekShop the winner of the 'Game Changer for Prosperity' category.
18 September 2023, 07:57 AM

Decoding the EV craze: Are they just a hype?

The increasing impact of climate change and the impending consequences are often disregarded by a significant portion of the world's population. Despite discussions on this topic for over a few decades, there seems to be little progress in conveying the urgency of the situation. In general we know that Bangladesh, along with other low-lying countries, will sink due to climate change. As sea levels rise, these countries, including Bangladesh, will be submerged. The higher the sea level, the larger the affected area will be submerged or sink. It is difficult to quantify the exact extent of this impact. Today, we will not delve into the measurements of this impact, but rather focus on our collective understanding and the actions we are taking in response.
18 September 2023, 07:47 AM

New AI to make fashion designing more efficient

Calvin Wong, a Professor in Fashion and Textiles studies, has recently developed a designer-led AI system called Interactive Design Assistant for Fashion (AiDA), which can use image-recognition technology to make fashion designs take less time to go from first sketches to final stages of production.
17 September 2023, 10:14 AM

Country’s first electric vehicle manufacturing plant underway in Chattogram

Bangladesh is propelling itself into the future of sustainable transportation with a colossal investment in electric vehicle manufacturing. According to reports, Bangladesh Auto Industries Limited is investing Tk 1440 crore to build the country's first electric car factory. Located in Bangabandhu Shilpa Nagar Economic Zone in Mirsarai, Chattogram, the plant is set to roll out its first cars by March next year.
16 September 2023, 09:17 AM

Proof of 'alien' presented to Mexican Congress

In an unprecedented congressional hearing on Tuesday, Mexican lawmakers examined what was touted as physical evidence supporting the existence of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP), commonly known as UFOs. The hearing marked Mexico's first official government discussion on the subject, following in the footsteps of recent U.S. hearings.
14 September 2023, 11:13 AM

The iPhone 15 Pro's camera can be a true game changer

The recent launch of Apple's iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max has set the tech world abuzz, and for good reason. While the device is teeming with top-tier features, it is the camera that truly commands attention. Offering a set of functionalities that can rival some professional cameras, Apple's latest offering is not just an incremental upgrade; it's a significant leap forward from its predecessors, particularly the iPhone 14 Pro.
13 September 2023, 09:50 AM