The Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) program is administered by the CFA Institute and is often considered one of the most prestigious credentials in the finance industry. While it is ideal for finance professionals, not all functions require it and hence, the CFA journey is not worth it for everyone. This guide explores who should consider the CFA, what value it adds to a career in finance, and what alternative qualifications might be worth considering.

Competitive programming (CP) is a sport for the mind, where coders have to solve problems with efficient solutions on a ticking clock. It is a wonderful avenue for anyone to become a smarter coder, and be ready for some of the most competitive job interviews in the world. We’ve broken the enigma down to a short guide so you can get started too.

CD Projekt Red has partnered with Epic Games to present a first public demonstration of The Witcher 4 running on Unreal Engine 5, offering a glimpse of the next instalment in the acclaimed fantasy RPG franchise. The showcase opened this year’s State of Unreal keynote at Unreal Fest in Orlando, marking a key milestone in the ongoing collaboration between the two developers.

Microsoft is investing $400 million in Switzerland to expand its cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure, the company recently announced. The company said the investment will go towards upgrading its four data centres located near Geneva and Zurich, aiming to meet the growing demand for AI and cloud services in the country.

The Realme GT 7 Dream Edition arrives with an unmistakable sense of occasion. More than just a design refresh, this limited-edition model is a co-branded collaboration with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team.

X has begun rolling out a beta version of XChat, a redesigned messaging system for its paid subscribers, according to a recent post by X owner Elon Musk. The new feature includes end-to-end encryption, file sharing, and audio-video calling capabilities without requiring phone numbers, as per official statements.

India has recently launched an indigenously developed AI-based multimodal large language model (LLM) for Indian languages.

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.

The existing VAT exemption for the production and assembly of mobile phones has been slightly reduced and extended until June 30, 2027.

In the proposed national budget for the fiscal year 2025–26, an extension in the exemption of the additional 5% value-added tax (VAT) on locally manufactured electric bicycles has been extended until June 30, 2030. 

In today’s hyper-connected world, social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram are more than entertainment hubs—they have become the dominant social playgrounds for teenagers. For many young people, particularly in countries like Bangladesh where digital access is rapidly expanding, these platforms are the spaces where friendships are forged, identities explored, and ideas shared. But as teens migrate more of their social lives online, the question of safety becomes not just relevant, but urgent.

A team of engineers from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln has developed a soft robotics system capable of detecting damage and initiating self-repair, similar to the way human muscle and skin respond to injury. The research, presented at a robotics conference in Atlanta, may have applications in areas such as wearable technology and agricultural robotics.

Interactive Cares, a Bangladeshi edtech platform, has opened its first offline learning centre in Dhanmondi, Dhaka. 

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A subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation in Russia is set to file for bankruptcy, according to a recent report by Reuters.

One of the most overlooked yet critical elements of a startup’s success is its shareholder capitalization table (cap table). Founders often rightly focus on product development, fundraising, and customer acquisition - but fail to recognize that a poorly structured cap table can limit future growth, deter investors, and even threaten long-term control of the business. Getting your cap table right from the start is not just a legal task — it’s a strategic imperative.

An Indian start-up claims to have come up with a high-end med-tech kit, a life-saving intervention, for patients suffering from for treatment of acute ischemic stroke (brain stroke) which reduces the risk of long-term paralysis and disability.

WhatsApp has announced a series of updates to its Status feature on May 29, bringing it closer in style and function to Facebook Stories.

Telecommunication services in Bangladesh are experiencing widespread disruption following significant power outages caused by severe weather conditions. 

Convay, a video conferencing platform developed by Bangladeshi developers, was recently selected as the official video conferencing and streaming partner for the 2025 Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium for Africa (SID-SA).