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

iPhone 15 finally gets USB-C charging

Apple has announced its adoption of a USB-C charging port for the iPhone 15, replacing the previous Lightning connector.
12 September 2023, 18:04 PM

Apple unveils the iPhone 15

Apple has launched its latest iPhone 15, continuing its tradition of yearly upgrades to its popular lines of devices.
12 September 2023, 17:40 PM

Apple unveils Apple Watch Series 9 with innovative double-tap feature

Apple introduced its latest addition to the smartwatch line-up, the Apple Watch Series 9, at its Wonderlust event on Tuesday. The new release comes with a range of features, including a high-performance S9 SiP (System in Package) and an innovative "double-tap" function.
12 September 2023, 17:37 PM

Bangladeshi esports teams prepare for MLBB M5 Wildcard Qualifier in Nepal

In an exciting development for the esports community in Bangladesh, two teams, "Hellbent OPx" and "MLT CR" are preparing to compete in the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) M5 Wildcard Qualifier in Nepal.
12 September 2023, 11:41 AM

EBL launches wearable payment solutions in Bangladesh

Eastern Bank Limited (EBL), in collaboration with Mastercard and Visa, has launched Bangladesh's first wearable payment devices, branded as 'WEAREBL'. The devices were officially announced on Monday and according to the bank, ‘first of its kind’ ’in the country.
12 September 2023, 05:55 AM

Bangladeshi startup MedEasy raises $750K in seed funding

MedEasy, a Dhaka-based online pharmacy startup, has successfully closed a seed funding round, raising $750,000. The investment is aimed at expanding its services and bridging the healthcare gap for Bangladesh’s 30 million chronic patients. The funding round was led by Seedstars International Ventures, Doha Tech Angels, Startup Bangladesh Limited, Accelerating Asia, and nVentures, with additional participation from various angel investors.
11 September 2023, 10:33 AM

2 Bangladeshis named in Vogue Business 100 Innovators 2023

Two Bangladeshis have been listed in the Vogue Business 100 Innovators for the year 2023.
11 September 2023, 09:03 AM

Bangladeshi-origin Rumman Chowdhury in TIME's Top 100 in AI

Dr Rumman Chowdhury, a Bangladeshi-origin Bengali American data scientist, has been named in the Time 100 AI list, a prestigious recognition that honours her significant contributions to the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI). With a career that intersects data science and social science, Dr Chowdhury has been a leading voice in applied algorithmic ethics, a burgeoning field that grapples with the ethical implications of AI and machine learning technologies.
8 September 2023, 08:08 AM

Caltex Lubricants partners with Bangladesh’s motorsports legend Avik Anwar

Bangladesh’s ace motorsports legend Avik Anwar recently struck a brand partnership deal with Rock Energy Limited, the exclusive distributor of Caltex & Chevron Lubricants in the country.
7 September 2023, 12:28 PM

Leaping up to set newer standards: realme turns 5

Smartphone brand realme is celebrating its 5th anniversary. Over this period, it has emerged as one of the world's fastest-growing smartphone manufacturers and is now a prominent global player.
7 September 2023, 11:01 AM

Made in Bangladesh: How the local video games industry levels up

Bangladesh's game development market, although smaller than that of the US, shows promise. In 2021, the market was valued at $62.22 million and is part of a broader $0.37 billion gaming industry in the country. Projections indicate that this market could double by 2026.
5 September 2023, 09:22 AM

Amazon Web Services to host Startup Day Bangladesh on October 5

Amazon Web Services is hosting a training event called Startup Day Bangladesh 2023 on October 5, 2023. This day-long program will provide hands-on teaching on using the Amazon Web Services (AWS) platform to transform startup designs.
5 September 2023, 07:04 AM

Jaago, UNICEF, and Generation Unlimited hold boot camp in Dhaka for young entrepreneurs

The JAAGO Foundation Trust, in collaboration with Generation Unlimited and UNICEF, organised the imaGen Ventures Youth Challenge 2023 Boot Camp in Dhaka. The three-day residential workshop provided a transformative platform for the youth from Dhaka to ideate, co-create, and develop impactful community solutions addressing gender inequity and climate change using human-centred design approaches. 
4 September 2023, 10:46 AM

Red Dead Redemption 3 confirmed by CEO Zelnick

Rockstar Games' parent company Take-Two CEO has confirmed the development of Red Dead Redemption 3, the next instalment in its critically acclaimed western video game series. The announcement has been met with enthusiasm, albeit tempered by the understanding that the release is likely years away.
3 September 2023, 16:50 PM

TikTok hosts Community Guidelines workshops in Bangladesh

Global entertainment platform TikTok recently hosted multiple workshops on its Community Guidelines in Bangladesh.
3 September 2023, 12:05 PM

BMW shifts focus to 'Neue Klasse' to compete with Tesla

BMW is revisiting its historical innovation, the "Neue Klasse," this time as an all-electric offering.
3 September 2023, 11:24 AM

Surviving and thriving in a fast-paced work environment: A guide

The need to adapt and excel in a fast-paced work environment is not just a skill but a necessity.
2 September 2023, 04:03 AM

Jobs of the week

Here are our picks for jobs of the week.
1 September 2023, 18:00 PM

Chandrayaan-3 detects possible seismic activity on the moon

The Instrument for Lunar Seismic Activity (ILSA) payload on India’s Chandrayaan 3 lander has recently discovered vibrations occurring on the moon, as confirmed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on August 31.
1 September 2023, 13:56 PM