Tech & Startup

GitHub launches $1.25 mln fund to boost open source security

GitHub has announced the launch of the "GitHub Secure Open Source Fund" with an initial investment of $1.25 million, a new initiative aimed at strengthening open source software security.
20 November 2024, 04:58 AM

Apple vs Google: the next frontier of mobile computing

Two of the biggest players in the tech world, Apple and Google, are at the forefront with Apple Intelligence and Google Gemini AI to shape the future of mobile computing. Let’s dive into how these tech giants are redefining the boundaries of mobile computing.
20 November 2024, 04:47 AM

GP Accelerator's ‘Jelay Jelay Smart Uddyokta’ boot camp held

Hosted by Grameenphone’s GP Accelerator, the 17th session of the nationwide daylong boot camp ‘Jelay Jelay Smart Uddyokta’ recently took place at the National Institute of Youth Development in Savar, Dhaka. 
20 November 2024, 03:52 AM

Bluesky surpasses 20 million users

Bluesky, a growing social media platform launched by former Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey, has surpassed 20 million users. 
20 November 2024, 03:41 AM

Musk's SpaceX test launches Starship rocket; Trump attends

Elon Musk's SpaceX launched its massive Starship rocket system from Boca Chica, Texas, on Tuesday, in a test attended by President-elect Donald Trump. While the launch marked progress in spaceflight technology, the mission faced a setback when the rocket’s booster, Super Heavy, failed to land as planned.
20 November 2024, 03:29 AM

Microsoft Teams to introduce real-time language interpreter

Microsoft Teams is set to launch a real-time AI-powered language interpreter, allowing participants to speak or listen in their preferred language during meetings, according to a recent blog post by Microsoft. 
20 November 2024, 02:13 AM

Popular Life Insurance hit by Sarcoma ransomware: 36GB of data at risk

Popular Life Insurance Co. Ltd., one of Bangladesh's leading public service companies, has fallen victim to a ransomware attack orchestrated by the emerging “Sarcoma” ransomware group.
19 November 2024, 17:23 PM

Realme globally launches GT 7 Pro

Realme has globally launched Realme GT 7 Pro, the brand's latest flagship smartphone. The phone comes with a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, 6500 mAh battery, and runs on realme UI 6.0.
19 November 2024, 11:55 AM

Coca-Cola faces backlash over AI-generated Christmas ad

Coca-Cola has come under fire for its latest Christmas advertisement, created using artificial intelligence, with critics labelling it as “soulless” and lacking creativity.
19 November 2024, 11:54 AM

Nike introduces first-ever almost 3D-printed shoes

Nike has unveiled its first nearly fully 3D-printed shoe, the Air Max 1000, at ComplexCon in Las Vegas.
19 November 2024, 10:33 AM

India fines Meta $25.4 million over WhatsApp data sharing

India’s Competition Commission (CCI) has fined Meta Platforms $25.4 million and restricted the company from sharing data between WhatsApp and its other apps for advertising purposes, according to a recent report by Reuters.
19 November 2024, 09:48 AM

This banana could sell for over $1 million

At the international arthouse Sotheby’s, Maurizio Cattelan’s famous artwork 'Comedian' is about to hit the auction block for an estimated price between $1 million to $1.5 million. But... why?
19 November 2024, 08:57 AM

US Department of Justice may push Google to sell Chrome: report

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) may ask a federal judge to force Google to sell its Chrome internet browser, according to a recent Bloomberg News report. This move comes as part of the DOJ’s ongoing efforts to address Google's alleged monopoly in the search market.
19 November 2024, 08:15 AM

How to have effective performance conversations with your manager

In the frenzy of daily tasks, employees often prioritise performance conversations with their managers. Don’t let “crucial tasks” that perpetually pop-up take precedence over your self-growth and follow the below tips on having conversations that truly matter.
19 November 2024, 04:42 AM

5 ice-breakers to make your next professional gathering less awkward

We’ve all been there: stuck in a professional meet-up, awkwardly lingering in a corner, unsure of how to jump into a conversation. Here are five practical ice-breakers to help you break the silence and get the conversation flowing.
19 November 2024, 04:05 AM

Google Docs launches AI-powered image generator

Google has recently introduced a Gemini-powered AI image generation tool in Google docs, enabling users to create visuals for their documents. 
19 November 2024, 03:46 AM

Facebook users eligible for data breach compensation: German court

Germany's Federal Court of Justice (BGH) has ruled that Facebook users whose data was illegally accessed in 2018 and 2019 are eligible for compensation.
19 November 2024, 02:53 AM

Moons of Uranus may contain life, study suggests

Scientists have unveiled new research suggesting that Uranus and its five largest moons may harbour oceans beneath their icy crusts.
18 November 2024, 12:41 PM

HackerOne Bug Hunt 2024 brings cybersecurity competition to Dhaka

The HackerOne Bug Hunt 2024, one of Bangladesh’s largest cybersecurity competitions, took place at the ICT Tower in Agargaon, Dhaka on November 16, 2024.
18 November 2024, 11:38 AM

Infinix HOT 50 Pro+ launched in Bangladesh

Infinix has launched its latest smartphone HOT 50 Pro+ in Bangladesh.
18 November 2024, 08:40 AM