OpenAI tightens safety controls after AI agents keep going rogue

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BSIC appoints Waiz Rahim as its MD and CEO
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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.
YouTube to count views from the moment a video starts playing
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DMP plans drone surveillance to tackle traffic jam
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TikTok explores payments via direct messages
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20 August 2026 Technology

The future of the mobile gaming industry in Bangladesh

As the global mobile game development industry continues to skyrocket, Bangladesh stands on the precipice of an exciting opportunity that promises to reshape the gaming landscape and the country's digital future. While the mobile gaming industry in Bangladesh faces its share of challenges, it is a sector brimming with opportunities and a rapidly expanding user base.
11 October 2023

TikTok launches month-long campaign for mental health awareness

TikTok is marking World Mental Health Day on October 10th with a month-long campaign focused on mental health awareness for October. The platform aims to combat mental health stigmas and demonstrates its commitment to this cause.
11 October 2023

Pathao among 40 global technology companies beating their Western rivals

Pathao, the popular on-demand digital platform, has been chosen as one of the top 40 global technology firms that are outperforming their Western counterparts. The list was prepared by Rest of World, a New York-based tech-focused news publication founded by Sophie Schmidt, the daughter of former Google CEO Eric Schmidt.
11 October 2023

Things you need to know before buying a new graphics card

When buying a new graphics card, words like ‘clock speed,’ ‘memory bandwidth,’ ‘GPU architecture’, and complex naming schemes might catch you off-guard. Worry not, we will provide you with all the know-how you need to get started on your brand new graphics card purchase.
11 October 2023

Xiaomi Mix Fold 3: A glimpse into the future of folding phones

Folding phones have become increasingly popular, with a plethora of options available to consumers, from the likes of Google’s Pixel Fold to Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold5. Amidst this competition, Xiaomi's Mix Fold 3 stands out: a device that undeniably offers a tantalising preview of the potential future trajectory of folding phones on a global scale.
10 October 2023

Unity CEO retires after controversial pricing policy

Unity Technologies, the company behind the popular video game development platform Unity Engine, announced yesterday that their CEO, John Riccitiello, will be retiring effective immediately. This decision comes about a month after Unity's controversial decision to charge developers based on the number of games they have running on the Unity engine.
10 October 2023

Prada to design spacesuits for Artemis III lunar mission

Prada, the famous Italian luxury fashion house, has partnered with Axiom Space, a Texas-based private space company, to craft advanced spacesuits for NASA's upcoming Artemis mission. The collaboration aims to provide cutting-edge gear for astronauts on lunar expeditions.
10 October 2023

a2i’s NISE and Muktopaath win WITSA Award

Two initiatives of Aspire to Innovate-a2i named ‘National Intelligence Employment and Entrepreneurship (NISE)’ and ‘Muktopaath’ have recently won the WITSA 2023 Global Innovation and Technology Excellence Award from the World Information Technology and Services Alliance (WITSA), an alliance of information technology sector organisations from various countries.
9 October 2023

Facebook's own account was 'hacked': Bizzare posts raise eyebrows

On October 7, Facebook's blue-ticked official account made a post calling for the release of the former Pakistani president and renowned cricketer, Imran Khan. Another post from the page openly criticised both the Indian and International Cricket Council for visa issues related to the hosting of the World Cup. The posts, which quickly drew significant attention, were swiftly removed, but not before raising eyebrows and sparking speculation about the security of the social media giant's platform.
8 October 2023

NASA Space Apps Challenge Bangladesh 2023 wraps up

NASA Space Apps Challenge 2023, the annual hackathon competition for aspiring scientists and innovators, had its grand closing ceremony for Bangladesh held today at Independent University Bangladesh (IUB). The 9th iteration of this competition was organised by Bangladesh Association of Software and Information Services (BASIS) in collaboration with BASIS Students Forum.
8 October 2023

First-ever in-person keyboard customisation contest held in Bangladesh

‘Keeb Showdown’, an in-person keyboard customisation competition and the first of its kind in Bangladesh, was held on October 6 at the BCS Computer City. Local enthusiast groups called MechaBoards BD and PC Builder Bangladesh jointly organised this event as a part of the City IT Mega Fair 2023.
7 October 2023

Fostering workplace harmony: your guide to workplace conflict resolution

Knowing how to handle conflict resolution in the modern workplace takes some time and effort to master, but doing so is crucial for maintaining a productive atmosphere that would benefit both you and your coworkers. Let's take a look at conflict resolution in workplaces and how you can do your part in handling them.
7 October 2023

Learning from failures: The road to resilient entrepreneurship

In the modern entrepreneurial landscape, startups signify not just businesses but dreams, aspirations, and the hope of bringing about transformative change. However, like every ambitious endeavour, the path to startup success is fraught with challenges.
7 October 2023

Facebook goes political; wants Pakistan's Imran Khan released

In an unexpected and unprecedented move, the official Facebook page posted a status urging for the release of Imran Khan, the current opposition leader of Pakistan, who has been recently incarcerated. The message, which simply read "Release Imran Khan", was swiftly removed from the platform, but not before it went viral, sparking discussions and speculations.
6 October 2023

Jobs of the week

Here are our picks for jobs of the week.
6 October 2023

TV sales down despite World Cup: Streaming to blame?

As the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 captures the attention of sports enthusiasts around the globe, an intriguing trend emerges in Bangladesh's TV market. While traditionally, events of this magnitude would fuel a surge in TV sales, recent figures from September reveal a decline of 30% compared to the same month in the previous year. This unexpected downturn is overshadowed by an even more significant shift: the rise of streaming.
6 October 2023

Google unveils Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel Watch 2, and more

Google laid out its latest series of devices on Wednesday, headlined by the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones. The event also highlighted the Pixel Watch 2 and the unveiling of Android 14 for the public.
5 October 2023

Our picks for tablets within BDT 20,000

In today's fast-paced world, having the right tablet can be a game-changer. Whether you're a student, a professional, or simply looking for a versatile device for daily use, here is a list of tablets within the BDT 20k price tag to help you make an informed choice.
5 October 2023

Xiaomi launches Xiaomi Pad 6 in Bangladesh

Xiaomi has launched the Xiaomi Pad 6, the latest in their tablet series, targeting the Bangladeshi market.
5 October 2023

Zoho marks its APAC expansion with first-ever user conference in Dhaka

Zoho Corporation, a leading software company originating from India, recently underscored its commitment to the Bangladesh market by hosting its inaugural 'Zoholics' annual user conference in Dhaka. The event, held earlier this month, was strategically positioned to introduce and deepen the understanding of digital transformation possibilities to local businesses in Bangladesh through Zoho's suite of software solutions.
5 October 2023
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