Google has unveiled its annual “Year in Search” report, offering a snapshot of the key events, people, and interests that defined 2024.

Inspired by the film series Iron Man, researchers in South Korea have unveiled a lightweight robotic exoskeleton designed to assist individuals with paraplegia, the paralysis of the lower half of the body including both legs, in walking, navigating obstacles, and climbing stairs.

Apple is nearing an unprecedented $4 trillion stock market valuation due to investor optimism surrounding its recent advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and hopes for a revival in iPhone sales, according to a recent report by Reuters.

Google is reportedly working on integrating a new “AI Mode” into its search engine, offering users an experience akin to its Gemini AI chatbot, according to a recent report by The Information.

BYD, the Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer, has announced a training programme titled “Build Your Dreams NEV Training 2024,” in Dhaka aimed at equipping local drivers with the skills required to operate new energy vehicles (NEVs) which includes both electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid vehicles.

Interactive Cares has announced the Web and Data Summit 2025, set to take place on 3 January 2025 at the KIB Complex in Dhaka. 

OnePlus has expanded its footprint in Bangladesh with the launch of three devices: the OnePlus Pad 2, OnePlus Watch 2, and the soon-to-be-released OnePlus Buds Pro 3. The move introduces fully integrated Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystems.

YouTube has recently announced plans to intensify its efforts against egregious clickbait, starting with a phased rollout in India over the coming months.

Sega is evaluating the possibility of introducing a subscription-based gaming service, similar to existing platforms such as Xbox Game Pass and PlayStation Plus.

Albania announced a one-year nationwide ban on TikTok, the popular short-video app owned by China's ByteDance, on December 21, citing concerns over the app's influence on children following the fatal stabbing of a teenager last month.

Italy's data protection authority, also known as Garante, announced on December 20 that it has fined OpenAI 15 million euros (around $15.58 million) following an investigation which was launched back in 2023, into privacy violations associated with the company's generative AI platform, ChatGPT.

Since the Ukraine-Russia war which began in 2022, Ukrainian drone operators have collected over 2 million hours of video, equivalent to 228 years of footage, to support AI-driven decision-making in combat, according to a recent report by Reuters.

As part of the company’s "ship-mas" campaign, OpenAI has recently introduced a new feature allowing users to call or message ChatGPT directly over the phone or WhatsApp.

CFMOTO, a Chinese motorcycle brand, has officially launched six bikes including its flagship models the 300SR, 250NK, and 250SR, along with the 150SC, 250CL-C, and 230 DUAL on December 19 at Capital’s International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB).

Japanese automakers Honda and Nissan have confirmed preliminary discussions about a possible merger, a move that could reshape the global automotive landscape.

Elon Musk has confirmed that Starlink, the satellite internet service owned by his company SpaceX, is not operational in India.

The Dutch Data Protection Authority (DPA), a regulatory body for the Netherlands, announced on December 18 that it has fined Netflix €4.75 million (around $4.98 million) for failing to adequately inform customers about its use of their personal data between 2018 and 2020.

Databricks, an artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics firm, has reached a $62 billion valuation after completing a $10 billion funding round, one of the largest in venture capital history, according to a recent report by Reuters.

In 2025, TikTok can established itself as a key platform for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) aiming to enhance their marketing strategies.

Meta’s microblogging social media platform, Threads, has exceeded 100 million daily active users, CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced on December 17.