BSIC appoints Waiz Rahim as its MD and CEO

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YouTube to count views from the moment a video starts playing
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YouTube is changing how it counts views on regular videos, with a view now registered as soon as a video begins playing or a user enters a live broadcast, bringing its approach in line with how it already counts Shorts views and how rivals TikTok and Instagram measure engagement.
OpenAI launches teen-specific ChatGPT with homework safeguards and parental controls
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OpenAI has launched ChatGPT for Teens, a dedicated version of its AI chatbot with age-appropriate safety measures, parental controls, and tools designed to prevent teenagers from using the platform to cheat on their schoolwork—more than three years after the service first launched with no such protections in place.

3 messaging apps that don't rely on internet connection

Several innovative apps have been developed to address this need, allowing users to send messages without relying on traditional internet connections.
2 August 2024

Mobile internet users complain of Facebook outage again 

Mobile internet users in Bangladesh have complained of Facebook and Messenger outages again. 
2 August 2024

Nvidia to be investigated by the US over "competition concerns" 

Nvidia, the leading chip company in the world, has recently been put under investigation by the US Department of Justice over "competition concerns", due to Nvidia's current dominance in the global market and significant role in driving the ongoing AI boom.
2 August 2024

Fake page spreading misinformation, claims Cyber 71

The local ethical hacking group Cyber 71 has strongly refuted claims made by State Minister Zunaid Ahmed Palak, who accused them of spreading false information amidst a national crisis. 
1 August 2024

Internet speed might improve within tonight: ISPAB

Internet speed in the country might improve tonight, according to the Internet Service Providers Association of Bangladesh (ISPAB).
1 August 2024

Microsoft must pay to search Reddit: CEO Steve Huffman

Microsoft must pay Reddit to search the platform for data to train its AI models, says Reddit CEO Steve Huffman in a recent statement. Huffman, who has already struck deals with OpenAI and Google to allow the use of Reddit data for AI training, now insists that Microsoft follow suit.
1 August 2024

Meta reports strong Q2 results, highlights AI and user growth

According to a recent post by CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Meta AI is projected to become the most widely used AI assistant by the end of the year.
1 August 2024

OpenAI's ChatGPT introduces advanced voice mode

The new feature, released a few days ago, demonstrates the AI's capabilities in singing, accent imitation, language pronunciation correction, and narrative storytelling.
1 August 2024

E-commerce sector stares at BDT 1700cr loss: ECAB

The E-Commerce Association of Bangladesh (E-CAB) has reported significant financial losses in the country's e-commerce sector due to recent internet and Facebook shutdowns.
1 August 2024

Fiverr pays tribute to Mir Mugdho

Mugdho was killed during the quota reform protest in Uttara on 18 July.
31 July 2024

Huawei convenes cloud summit in South Asia

Huawei South Asia hosted the 'Huawei Cloud Summit South Asia 2024' in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
31 July 2024

TikTok fined $2.4 mil by UK regulator

TikTok, the popular short-form video platform, was recently fined £1.9 million ($2.4 million) for failing to timely post its safety data report. The fine was issued by Ofcom, the government-approved telecommunications regulator in the UK.
31 July 2024

Facebook, YouTube, TikTok to be accessible from this evening: Palak

He said this after an online meeting with social media platforms at the BTRC office
31 July 2024

How the 2024 Olympics broadcasting is using AI

US broadcasting of the 2024 Paris Olympics is set to be a showcase of generative AI, stemming from AI-enhanced Google Maps images to AI-generated broadcasting voice. However, the European audiences aren't going to have a similar experience. Let's take a look at how this year's Olympics broadcast in the US and Europe is embracing, or not embracing, the use of generative AI.
30 July 2024

Apple confirms using Google's chips to build AI tools

Apple used chips designed by Google instead of those from the industry leader Nvidia to develop two essential components of its artificial intelligence software infrastructure for its upcoming AI tools and features, as per a recent research paper by Apple. 
30 July 2024

5 signs of toxic leadership in the workplace

Some leaders exhibit toxic traits that can undermine morale, stifle creativity, and create a culture of fear and resentment. Understanding the signs of toxic leadership is the first step towards advocating for change.
30 July 2024

Refocusing on work when nothing feels right

Amid an urge to return to normalcy, you wouldn't be shamed for feeling a bit overwhelmed. Unfortunately, whether we feel ready or not, we have to return to work. The bills don't pay themselves, after all.
30 July 2024

Jobs of the week

Here are our picks for jobs of the week. Check out the article for more details.
28 July 2024

OpenAI launches SearchGPT, its own search engine

Unlike traditional search engines, SearchGPT not only retrieves data but also organises and summarises it for the user.
27 July 2024

Your guide to safe and effective social media activism

The rise of social media has transformed the landscape of activism.
27 July 2024
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