The Daily Star - Tech & Startup

23/06/2024

Sadia Afrin, a textile engineer and leading figure in the female biking community, has recently completed a solo cross-country motorcycle trip across Bangladesh.

Sadia Afrin, a textile engineer and leading figure in the female biking community 'Yamaha Riders Club-Girls', has recently completed a solo cross-country motorcycle trip across Bangladesh on her Yamaha Fazer v2.

22/06/2024

The unassuming, narrow, winding alley in Dhaka’s Geneva Camp reeks of a pungent mix of mosquito coils and incense. A maze of tangled overhead electric wires blocks the sun here any time of the year.

20/06/2024

20/06/2024

The company is focused on creating a safe AI environment at a time when some of the biggest tech companies are looking to dominate the generative AI boom.

Ilya Sutskever, co-founder and former chief scientist at OpenAI, has recently announced that he is launching his own AI company. He officially departed from OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, last month.

19/06/2024

Nvidia's stunning surge in market value over the past year has become emblematic of a Wall Street frenzy driven by optimism about emerging AI technology.

10/06/2024

Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024 keynote has concluded, and the company unveiled some major updates.

Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024 keynote has concluded, and the company unveiled some major updates and innovations. From AI advancements to major operating system upgrades, here’s everything you need to know.

10/06/2024

A newly redesigned Siri will leverage the capabilities of Apple Intelligence, providing more intuitive and context-aware interactions.

At this year's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024, Apple just announced "Apple Intelligence," a new suite of AI features designed for the iPhone, Mac, and other devices.

10/06/2024

Apple WWDC24 is underway.

Apple's annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) is currently underway, with the tech giant unveiling iOS 18, a major update to its mobile operating system.

10/06/2024

Coca-Cola's botched ad campaign highlights the pitfalls of crisis communication.

06/06/2024

Fintech startup Elevate raises $5M to offer insured USD accounts in South Asian markets.

Elevate, a fintech startup based in London and Dubai, has secured an investment of $5 million aimed at expanding its presence in South Asian markets, including Bangladesh. The startup offers a simplified method for receiving USD payments from international employers and platforms such as Upwork, Fiv...

06/06/2024

The tax exemption will last three years and only on the condition that all business activities of such a person are cashless.

The Finance Minister has put forward a proposition to exempt from tax the incoming arising from several tech-related business activities, on the condition that the business holder is a resident or a non-resident Bangladeshi. Furthermore, the tax exemption will last three years and only on the condit...

05/06/2024

The official TikTok accounts of CNN and Paris Hilton were among the ones affected by the recent cyberattack.

A recent cyberattack on TikTok, the popular short-form video-sharing platform, has targeted an undisclosed number of 'high-profile' accounts, including brand and celebrity accounts such as CNN and Paris Hilton. According to Jason Grosse, a spokesperson for TikTok's privacy and security team, the pla...

04/06/2024

OpenAI's ChatGPT service is facing significant issues today, with users experiencing a second major outage following an earlier disruption.

OpenAI’s ChatGPT service is facing significant issues today, with users experiencing a second major outage following an earlier disruption. The outage, which has affected both the ChatGPT mobile apps and the web service, has left many users without responses to their queries.

03/06/2024

Realme has launched its latest smartphone, Realme C63, in Bangladesh. The phone features a 45 W fast charger, a 5000 mAh battery, and a vegan leather back cover.

30/05/2024

Meta removed 50 Facebook accounts and 98 pages originating from Bangladesh. A few pages used the name of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and posted content critical of the BNP.

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has announced the removal of numerous accounts and pages linked to Bangladesh's ruling Awami League, citing violations of its policy against "coordinated inauthentic behaviour".

29/05/2024

The Playables lineup features more than 75 games.

YouTube’s “app store” for games is set to reach a wider audience as the company announced on Tuesday that its collection of lightweight, free games, known as “Playables,” will soon be available within the YouTube app for all users, as well as on the YouTube Homepage. Initially, these games...

28/05/2024

A key step towards being a great mentor is to foster a caring mindset that is present, curious, and patient with the needs of the mentee.

Whether professionally or academically, if you're a new mentor struggling to get your feet off the ground, here are five things to keep in mind to step up your mentorship game.

28/05/2024

The first made-in-Bangladesh OnePlus device impresses in the budget category.

28/05/2024

Digital content creation in Bangladesh has undergone a remarkable transformation, shifting from a casual pastime to a viable professional career. However, as more individuals pursue this path, questions arise about the sustainability, impact, and acceptance of content creation as a legitimate profes...

23/05/2024

The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) is a stellar gaming laptop that excels in nearly every aspect. Its combination of powerful performance, stunning display, and portability makes it an excellent choice for gamers and content creators alike.

The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 is a stellar gaming laptop that excels in nearly every aspect.

21/05/2024

Microsoft has redesigned the Windows PC infrastructure to integrate the CPU, GPU, and NPU, collaborating with AMD, Intel, Qualcomm, and various laptop manufacturers.

Ahead of its Build developer conference, Microsoft has unveiled significant advancements in AI and Surface technologies. At a pre-Build event on Monday, which was not livestreamed for the public, Microsoft introduced its vision for AI-centric PCs with the new Copilot+ PCs and announced the latest Su...

21/05/2024

For the survival of promising business propositions in the market, the secret to building supply chain excellence is to build the right stuff in the demand management processes.

Demand latency is a universal phenomenon that companies are still struggling to get a grasp of. To build a more sustainable future for businesses in Bangladesh as well as understanding the impact of demand latency for the youth may secure the future of businesses across industries in the coming year...

18/05/2024

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Bangladesh's journey into the world of esports has been marked by significant milestones and achievements, showcasing the country's growing prowess on the international stage.

16/05/2024

Forbes has announced the ninth edition of its '30 Under 30 Asia' list, highlighting 300 young entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators under the age of 30 who are driving change and innovation across the Asia-Pacific region.

Forbes has announced the ninth edition of its '30 Under 30 Asia' list.

15/05/2024

15/05/2024

In Assassin’s Creed Shadows, players will step into the roles of Naoe, a skilled shinobi, and Yasuke, a legendary Black samurai.

Ubisoft has unveiled the latest entry in its acclaimed Assassin’s Creed franchise, officially titled Assassin’s Creed Shadows.

15/05/2024

Popularly known as the 'brick phone', the Nokia 3210 is making a comeback.

The Nokia 3210, a mobile phone that left an indelible mark on a generation, is back after a quarter-century since its debut. Popularly known as the ‘brick phone’, the Nokia 3210 is making a comeback through Human Mobile Devices (HMD), a Finnish mobile phone manufacturer.

15/05/2024

The brand also unveiled its first-ever made-in-Bangladesh smartphone, the Nord N30 SE 5G and announced to offer free repair services for the 'green line' issue.

OnePlus also unveiled its first-ever made-in-Bangladesh smartphone, the Nord N30 SE 5G.

15/05/2024

The enhanced Search Generative Experience now accommodates complex queries, even supporting searches via images.

Google's annual I/O developer conference 2024 hosted on May 14 has unveiled a series of transformative upgrades set to reshape the digital landscape. Here are the key highlights from Google I/O 2024.