Competitive programming (CP) is a sport for the mind, where coders have to solve problems with efficient solutions on a ticking clock. It is a wonderful avenue for anyone to become a smarter coder, and be ready for some of the most competitive job interviews in the world. We’ve broken the enigma down to a short guide so you can get started too.

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It starts with a spark—an offhand comment from a CEO, a leaked memo, or a social media post taken out of context. Within hours, the embers spread, and suddenly, a company’s reputation is in flames.

In the first week of April 2025, I had the privilege of witnessing this transformation firsthand during a visit to Rwanda, a small East African country making giant strides in digital governance and artificial intelligence. I was there to participate in two major international events that not only expanded my perspective but also left me thinking deeply about what Bangladesh can and should do in this space.

The evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) has been one of the most defining narratives of our generation. Once the stuff of science fiction, AI has swiftly moved from labs and research papers into everyday life. From enabling virtual assistants to powering financial services and healthcare diagnostics, AI today is not just transforming how we work - it’s redefining what work means.

If you have ever sat in a group of ten nervous candidates, all trying to out-charm, out-smart, and out-volume one another for a single job, you have likely been a gladiator in the corporate coliseum known as the Focus Group Discussion (FGD). Welcome to the recruiter’s favourite social experiment: where intellect meets improvisation, diplomacy clashes with dominance, and someone always starts with, “Hi everyone, let me begin by…”.

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The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) is critical to maintaining the stable and secure operation of the global internet. In an exclusive interview, Samiran Gupta, Vice President of Stakeholder Engagement and Managing Director for Asia Pacific at ICANN, discusses the state of internet infrastructure in Bangladesh, local domain adoption, universal acceptance, and the importance of inclusive participation in internet governance.

Bangladesh’s vocational training sector has expanded rapidly in recent years, particularly in information and communications technology (ICT). Thousands of private training centres now operate across the country, offering similar types of courses in areas such as web development, hardware maintenance, and digital marketing. However, the absence of a standardised system of curriculum design, delivery, and assessment has contributed to wide disparities in the quality of training offered.

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In a world that prizes innovation and adaptability, one would assume experience is a critical asset. Yet, for many older professionals, particularly those over 50, the job market tells a different story—one where decades of service are quietly disregarded in favour of youth. Age discrimination, or ageism, in the workplace remains a pervasive but often under-acknowledged issue globally, and Bangladesh is no exception.

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Whether you’re navigating team meetings, drafting emails, or negotiating deadlines, how you communicate can make or break your professional relationships—and your reputation. But here’s the thing: effective communication isn’t just about 'what' you say. It’s about 'how' you say it, 'when' you say it, and 'who' you’re saying it to.

The marketing world is undergoing a seismic transformation. As generative artificial intelligence (gen AI) matures from a technical novelty into a strategic necessity, marketing professionals are being forced to adapt at a pace unprecedented in recent memory. No longer confined to the realms of data science or IT, AI has become central to the everyday operations of marketing departments, not just enhancing productivity, but fundamentally reshaping the structure, skills, and strategy of marketing teams worldwide.

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Bangladesh has seen an unprecedented surge in remittance inflows, marking a critical moment in the country's economic recovery.

Geoff Huston, Chief Scientist at the Asia Pacific Network Information Centre (APNIC), believes Bangladesh has made important strides in internet development but faces critical hurdles, particularly in IPv6 adoption and network security. Speaking at the APRICOT 2025 and APNIC 59 conference in Kuala Lumpur, Huston outlined the country’s progress, challenges, and opportunities for growth. In an exclusive interview, he shared his insights into how Bangladesh can strengthen its internet infrastructure.

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MAS Intimates, the Bangladesh-based division of global apparel group MAS Holdings, has introduced a range of social and environmental initiatives aimed at supporting local communities. These efforts are positioned alongside the company’s industrial growth strategy and focus on areas such as food provision, healthcare access, education, mobility, and environmental awareness.

Ed-tech—education technology—is more than digitised classrooms; it’s a comprehensive reimagining of teaching and learning at scale. ed-tech democratises education, making top-quality teachers, resources, and tools accessible regardless of geography or income.