BSIC appoints Waiz Rahim as its MD and CEO
Tech & Startup Desk
20 August 2026 Technology
Bangladesh Startup Investment Company PLC has appointed Waiz Rahim as its managing director and chief executive officer.
Dave Bautista cast as Kratos in Amazon’s God of War series
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Dave Bautista has been confirmed as the new Kratos in Amazon Prime Video's live-action adaptation of God of War, replacing Ryan Hurst after the actor suffered an injury during production.

Emotional intelligence: The X-factor for professional success

Experienced professionals will admit that emotional intelligence is a secret weapon in today's workplaces; guiding you through office dynamics and fostering collaboration with teammates. If you plan to level up your professional success, you must come to terms with your emotional intelligence, and, if possible, improve it.
6 January 2024

IUT students recreate 3D model of their campus for a video game

Three undergraduate students from the Islamic University of Technology (IUT) have created a 3D model of their campus for a video game, and the results are mind-blowing.
5 January 2024

Robert Kiyosaki, 'Rich Dad, Poor Dad' author, admits to $1.2bn debt

Robert Kiyosaki, the author of the best-selling personal finance book 'Rich Dad, Poor Dad', has admitted to being in debt to the tune of $1.2 billion. The entrepreneur, known for his advice on wealth-building and financial management, made this claim during a recent Instagram reel and on the "Disruptors" podcast.
5 January 2024

Samsung Galaxy S24 rumoured to be unveiled on January 17

Samsung has confirmed that it would launch its latest unpacked event on 17 January 2024. In a recent advertisement, Samsung has also teased about unveiling its S24 lineup.
4 January 2024

'Tech for Palestine' initiative launched to support Palestinians

A coalition of over 40 founders, investors, engineers, and other tech industry professionals has recently launched a new initiative called 'Tech for Palestine'. The goal of this coalition is to build open-source projects, tools, and data that can aid the tech industry in advocating for the Palestinian people.
4 January 2024

AI startup Hishab gets BDT 2cr investment from Startup Bangladesh

Hishab Technologies Limited, a startup focusing on telephony-driven conversational engines powered by generative AI has received an investment of BDT 2 crore from Startup Bangladesh Limited.
4 January 2024

US teen becomes first human to beat Tetris

Willis Gibson, 13, a competitive gamer known as "blue scuti," became the first human to reach the "kill screen" of the Nintendo version of the puzzle game, as fellow players followed his progress online.
4 January 2024

Bangladeshis can now work remotely from S Korea with Nomad visa

South Korea has recently introduced a Digital Nomad visa to encourage foreigners to travel to the country for remote work. Also known as a 'workation' visa, this initiative officially commenced on January 1, 2024, and can include families, including spouses and children, of foreign workers seeking to work remotely in South Korea.
3 January 2024

OpenAI surpasses $1.6 bln in annual revenue: report

OpenAI, the company behind the popular chatbot ChatGPT, has surpassed $1.6 billion in annual revenue as of the end of 2023, according to a recent report by the American tech news platform, The Information. 
2 January 2024

Bangladeshi blue-tech startup Seaqua raises USD six-figure investment

Seaqua, a Bangladeshi blue-tech startup, has raised USD six-figure foreign direct investment (FDI) from investors from the Middle East. Founded in 2022, Seaqua is a startup that aims to digitise Bangladesh's fisheries and aquaculture industry.
2 January 2024

BracU student receives $2000 grant from National Geographic Society

Hasibul Hasan Ahmed, a final-year Computer Science and Engineering student at Brac University, received a $2000 seed grant for his research externship on 'Community and Conservation' from the National Geographic Society and The Nature Conservancy.
2 January 2024

Samsung Galaxy A05 released in Bangladesh

Samsung has recently released the Samsung Galaxy A05 smartphone in Bangladesh. The device comes with a 5,000 mAh battery, 25W charging support, MediaTek G85 processor, One UI Core 5.1, and 6.7-inch HD+ display.
1 January 2024

Microsoft unveils Copilot app for iOS with free access to GPT-4

In a swift follow-up to the recent introduction of the Copilot app on Android, Microsoft has extended its reach by launching the app for iOS and iPadOS. Both versions of the app are now available for download on the Apple App Store.
1 January 2024

5 mobile app development trends to look out for in 2024

The realm of mobile app development is an ever-evolving domain in the tech sector. Looking forward to 2024, we delve into the most promising trends expected to redefine the mobile app experience in the upcoming year:
1 January 2024

Internet and mobile network to be fully operational on election day: EC Secy

Election Commission (EC) Secretary Md. Jahangir Alam said that the mobile network and internet connection throughout the country will be fully operational on January 7, the day of the upcoming 12th National Assembly elections. He said this in a press briefing on ‘Smart Election Management Apps’ at the Election Commission Media Center on Monday.
1 January 2024

Most talked about startup stories in 2023

In 2023, the country's startup sector, known for its agility and forward-thinking approach, has seen remarkable growth and diversification. Here are the biggest startup headlines from 2023:
31 December 2023

Apps that made headlines in 2023

2023 was a year of technological marvels, marked by revolutionary progress of generative AI as well as being a tumultuous period for social media platforms. Before the year officially wraps up, let's take a look at some popular apps that have made the headlines in 2023.
31 December 2023

Team from Bangladesh becomes runners-up at IIT Bombay Techfest

Team DUET Cogent, a robotics team from Dhaka University of Engineering and Technology (DUET), has recently earned second place in the 'Meshmerize' segment at IIT Bombay Techfest 2023. Held this year in Mumbai from December 27 to 29, IIT Bombay Techfest is among the largest college-level tech festivals in Asia. 
31 December 2023

How the modern workplace will look like in 2024 

In 2024, the workplace in Bangladesh is set to be influenced by global trends and local dynamics, primarily driven by advancements in technology, evolving work models, and shifting employee priorities. Here's an in-depth look at the key trends and culture shifts expected in the coming year.
30 December 2023

How to set achievable goals this new year

As another new year approaches, the age-old tradition of setting resolutions is upon us once again. However, this time around, rather than overwhelming ourselves with lofty goals that may fizzle out by February, let's focus on setting achievable resolutions that will help us achieve commendable professional and personal growth.
30 December 2023
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