Bangladeshi scientist receives UK exploration award for Nepal Indigenous knowledge project
Tech & Startup Desk
18 August 2026 Technology
Abdullah Rubaet Chowdhury, a Bangladeshi social scientist, has received the SES Elodie Sandford Award from the UK-based Scientific Exploration Society (SES) for a planned research expedition documenting Indigenous ecological knowledge in Nepal’s Himalayan Mustang region.
Google opens its first local office in Pakistan
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Google has inaugurated its first local office in Pakistan.

TikTok parent ByteDance reaches $300 billion valuation: report

ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, is valuing itself at approximately $300 billion through a new share buyback program, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal.
17 November 2024

Drone manufacturer Skydio secures $170 mln in extension round

Skydio, the American drone manufacturer, has raised $170 million in an extension of its Series E funding round, which initially brought in $230 million in early 2023. 
16 November 2024

Facebook is making 'views' as primary content performance metric

Facebook has recently announced to shift its focus to "views" as the primary metric for measuring content performance, aligning its approach with Instagram’s existing system. 
16 November 2024

Apple introduces Final Cut Pro 11 with AI features

Apple has recently unveiled Final Cut Pro 11, with new AI features for video editing.
15 November 2024

The Onion acquires Infowars in bankruptcy auction

The Onion, a satirical news outlet, has recently announced its acquisition of Infowars, the controversial website founded by conspiracy theorist Alex Jones in a bankruptcy auction.
15 November 2024

Tally recognises 25 individuals in MSME Honours 2024

Tally Solutions, a business management software provider, concluded the fourth edition of Tally MSME Honours 2024 in Bangladesh announcing 25 winners in 5 categories on 14 November at Capital’s Raddison Blu Water Garden Hotel.
15 November 2024

What you need to know about picking the right monitor

A right monitor is more than just a screen—it's a gateway to your work, entertainment, and creative expression. But with so many options, how do you pick the best one for you?
14 November 2024

Dating apps move to friend zone in search of profits

Both firms have suffered dramatic slumps since the boom times of the pandemic, when millions turned to the apps during periods when governments restricted people's movements.
14 November 2024

Taiwan chip giant TSMC sued for alleged discrimination

The suit alleges that the world's largest contract manufacturer of chips -- used in everything from Apple iPhones to Nvidia's AI hardware -- unfairly favors Asian staff in terms of hiring, firing and working standards.
14 November 2024

Batmobile from 'The Dark Knight' now on sale for $2.99 million

Warner Bros. Discovery is offering a highly exclusive, screen-accurate replica of the Batmobile used by Christian Bale’s Batman for a staggering $2.99 million, in honour of Batman’s 85th anniversary.
14 November 2024

Bitcoin is now worth over $90,000

Bitcoin surged past $90,000 on Wednesday, setting a new record as investors bet on favourable cryptocurrency policies under Donald Trump’s administration.
14 November 2024

Casio launches retro-inspired calculator watches celebrating 1970s tech

Casio has released a new collection of calculator watches inspired by its iconic 1970s hardware.
13 November 2024

Donald Trump picks Elon Musk to co-head government efficiency department

US President-elect Donald Trump announced the appointment of Elon Musk and ex-presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy to head the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency on Tuesday, though it will operate outside formal government structures.
13 November 2024

Asus brings new laptop offers at City IT Mega Fair

Asus is participating in the City IT Mega Fair 2024, held at the BCS Computer City in Dhaka from November 11 to 16. There, the brand is showcasing its latest laptop models, including the Copilot+ PC, Zenbook, Vivobook, and other new additions, as per an official press release.
13 November 2024

Tesla to recall 2,400 Cybertrucks over safety issues

Tesla has announced a recall of 2,431 of its recently launched Cybertruck pickups in the US, citing a potential risk of drive power loss which could heighten the chance of crashes.
13 November 2024

Attackers targeted critical infrastructure in Southeast Asia: Sophos

Sophos, a cybersecurity solutions company, has recently released a new report titled “Pacific Rim,” revealing its five-year-long defensive and counter-offensive operations against a complex network of cyber adversaries, allegedly linked to China, that have targeted critical infrastructure across Southeast Asia.
13 November 2024

Taptap Send launches airtime recharge service in Bangladesh

Taptap Send, an international remittance service provider, has introduced a new airtime recharge feature for Bangladeshi users. 
13 November 2024

Apple may unveil wall-mounted tablet in March: Report

Apple is planning to announce an AI-enabled wall-mounted tablet as soon as March, according to a recent report by Bloomberg News. The device, internally code-named J490, is designed to manage smart home functions, support video conferencing, and utilise artificial intelligence for app navigation.
13 November 2024

How soon should you switch careers?

Switching careers—for both new professionals and seasoned veterans—is a risky decision to take. So, when is the optimal time to consider switching careers?
13 November 2024

Co-founder Greg Brockman returns to OpenAI

Greg Brockman, co-founder of ChatGPT parent OpenAI, has rejoined the artificial intelligence powerhouse three months after stepping down from his role as president.
13 November 2024
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