Bangladeshi scientist receives UK exploration award for Nepal Indigenous knowledge project
18 August 2026
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Anthropic’s annualised revenue run rate reaches $65bn
18 August 2026
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Anthropic’s annualised revenue run rate surpassed $65bn at the end of July, marking a sharp increase for the artificial intelligence company as demand for its models continues to grow, according to reports cited by TechCrunch. The figure represents a projection of full-year revenue based on a shorter recent period rather than revenue already earned over 12 months.
Chinese bullet train breaks world record; reaches 800km/h in 5.3 seconds
18 August 2026
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An experimental maglev (short for magnetic levitation) train in China has accelerated from a standstill to 800km/h in 5.3 seconds during a test, setting a new short-distance acceleration record, according to a report by The Independent.
Google developing AirDrop-style Tap to Share feature for Android
18 August 2026
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IBM partners with OpenAI to push AI deeper into enterprise consulting
18 August 2026
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Instagram updates its wordmark for the first time in a decade
17 August 2026
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ByteDance and Motion Picture Association signs AI copyright agreement
18 August 2026
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Climbing the corporate ladder: top strategies for career advancement
Climbing the corporate ladder requires a strategic approach that encompasses continuous learning, strong professional relationships, and a proactive attitude towards growth. Employees who want to advance must demonstrate their value in ways that align with both personal ambitions and the evolving needs of their organisations.
26 February 2025
Will overworking get you ahead?
We’ve all been there—burning the midnight oil, skipping lunch breaks, or replying to emails at 2 am because we believe that grinding harder than everyone else is the golden ticket to promotions and respect. But is it really? The truth is far more nuanced than a simple 'yes' or 'no'.
26 February 2025
Starlink will end internet shutdowns
Bangladesh has invited Elon Musk’s Starlink to enter its market with the primary goal of preventing future internet shutdowns, said Shafiqul Alam, press secretary to Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus yesterday.
25 February 2025
Five essential gears to begin your astrophotography journey
From capturing stunning shots of the Milky Way to photographing rare cosmic events, Bangladesh’s astrophotography community is growing, fuelled by curiosity and creativity. Here are five essential pieces of gear to help you embark on your own astrophotography journey.
25 February 2025
Apple to invest $500 bln in US; create 20,000 new jobs
Apple has unveiled ambitious plans to invest $500 billion in the United States over the next four years, which includes building a state-of-the-art factory in Texas for artificial intelligence (AI) servers and creating 20,000 new research and development jobs nationwide, as per a recent report by Reuters.
25 February 2025
BYD launches Sealion 6 in Bangladesh
BYD has recently launched Sealion 6 in Bangladesh. The hybrid EV features an ocean aesthetics-inspired design, BYD's signature Blade Battery, a 60-litre fuel tank, an 18.2 KW battery, around 1092 km of combined driving range, and other features.
24 February 2025
Jobs of the week
Here are our picks for jobs of the week. Check out the article for more details.
24 February 2025
China's Alibaba to invest $50 bn in AI, cloud computing
The gains have been boosted since the Hangzhou-based firm announced robust sales growth last week
24 February 2025
Starlink: Yunus asks Musk to come over, launch it within 90 days
Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus has extended an invitation to billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk to visit Bangladesh and oversee the launch of SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service in the country within the next 90 working days.
23 February 2025
TikTok lays off trust and safety staff in Singapore: Report
TikTok has laid off at least a dozen employees from its trust and safety team in Singapore as part of a global restructuring effort aimed at aligning its operations with long-term growth plans, according to a report by The Straits Times.
21 February 2025
Messenger rolls out new safety, useful, and fun features
Meta's latest updates reflect a commitment to making Messenger safer, more useful, social and fun
20 February 2025
Bangla eBook reader apps you can try out
If you're looking for Bangla eBook reader apps to add to your reading experience, here are some free ones you can try out. All these apps are available on both the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store.
20 February 2025
Microsoft unveils Muse, AI model for video game generation
Microsoft has recently introduced Muse, an artificial intelligence model designed to generate both game visuals and gameplay actions. Developed in collaboration with Ninja Theory, a subsidiary of Xbox Game Studios, Muse aims to assist in game development by predicting game dynamics based on human input.
20 February 2025
Apple reveals its version of budget AI: the $599 iPhone 16e
The iPhone 16e will be powered by the A18 chip used in more expensive models launched in September 2024
20 February 2025
Steam game PirateFi exposed as dangerous info-stealing malware
A free-to-play video game on Steam named 'PirateFi' has been unmasked as a malicious scheme to distribute the notorious Vidar info-stealer malware, prompting Valve to urgently remove the title and warn players that their computers—and sensitive data—may be compromised.
19 February 2025
Roundtable discussion on university incubators hosted at NSU
A roundtable discussion on the topic 'The role of university incubators in fostering Bangladesh’s startup ecosystem' was recently organised by NSU Startups Next (NSUSN) at North South University.
19 February 2025
How to save your Facebook Live videos before they are deleted
Starting February 19, Facebook will automatically delete live broadcast videos from Pages and profiles after 30 days, according to a recent announcement by the popular social media platform. Users who want to keep their live videos must download or transfer them before they expire. Here's how you do so.
19 February 2025
Former OpenAI CTO launches new startup; hires several OpenAI employees
Mira Murati, the former OpenAI Chief Technology Officer, has recently launched her new AI startup, Thinking Machines Lab, assembling a team of 30 top researchers and engineers. About 20 of these hires are former OpenAI employees, with additional experts coming from companies such as Meta and Mistral.
19 February 2025
New esports champions crowned at NSU Tech Fest
NSU Tech Fest 2025 has recently wrapped up, featuring four esports tournaments: Valorant (male), Valorant (female), EA Sports FC 25, eFootball Mobile, and the crowning of new esports champions.
18 February 2025
Asus Vivobook S 15: The future is snapping into place
With the Asus Vivobook S 15 in hand—one of the first Copilot+ PCs powered by this much-hyped chip—it’s time to see if the revolution lives up to the anticipation. This processor promises high-octane performance with battery life that borders on sorcery. But is it the MacBook Air-killer Windows users have been waiting for? Let’s find out.
18 February 2025
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