Tech & Startup
Bangladesh to compete in Asian eSports Games 2024
Bangladesh is set to participate in the LAN event of Asian eSports Games 2024, an Asia-based esports competition scheduled to take place in Bangkok, Thailand, from November 23 to December 2, competing in 'Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) - Female' and 'eFootball'.
18 November 2024, 05:44 AM
Nvidia's new AI chips face overheating issues: report
Nvidia’s highly anticipated Blackwell AI chips are reportedly facing overheating issues, raising concerns about potential delays for customers relying on the technology. According to a report by global news platform The Information, the overheating occurs when the chips are installed in server racks designed to hold up to 72 units.
18 November 2024, 04:48 AM
Can Bluesky be the new (old) Twitter?
As thousands of X users flock to Bluesky to relive the old twitter days, the new social media platform faces an uphill battle in competing against X.
17 November 2024, 17:30 PM
Single-band Wi-Fi routers to be phased out in Bangladesh by 2025
BTRC has recently issued a directive to ban the use of single-band Wi-Fi routers starting from April 1, 2025.
17 November 2024, 17:15 PM
NASA and Microsoft to launch AI-based Earth Copilot
NASA has teamed up with Microsoft to create Earth Copilot, an AI tool designed to make it easier for people to access and understand the large amount of Earth Science data NASA collects from its satellites.
17 November 2024, 11:29 AM
Jobs of the week
Here are our picks for jobs of the week. Check out the article for more details.
17 November 2024, 07:50 AM
TikTok parent ByteDance reaches $300 billion valuation: report
ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, is valuing itself at approximately $300 billion through a new share buyback program, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal.
17 November 2024, 02:36 AM
Drone manufacturer Skydio secures $170 mln in extension round
Skydio, the American drone manufacturer, has raised $170 million in an extension of its Series E funding round, which initially brought in $230 million in early 2023.
16 November 2024, 09:47 AM
Facebook is making 'views' as primary content performance metric
Facebook has recently announced to shift its focus to "views" as the primary metric for measuring content performance, aligning its approach with Instagram’s existing system.
16 November 2024, 05:48 AM
Apple introduces Final Cut Pro 11 with AI features
Apple has recently unveiled Final Cut Pro 11, with new AI features for video editing.
15 November 2024, 15:59 PM
The Onion acquires Infowars in bankruptcy auction
The Onion, a satirical news outlet, has recently announced its acquisition of Infowars, the controversial website founded by conspiracy theorist Alex Jones in a bankruptcy auction.
15 November 2024, 14:42 PM
Tally recognises 25 individuals in MSME Honours 2024
Tally Solutions, a business management software provider, concluded the fourth edition of Tally MSME Honours 2024 in Bangladesh announcing 25 winners in 5 categories on 14 November at Capital’s Raddison Blu Water Garden Hotel.
15 November 2024, 11:13 AM
What you need to know about picking the right monitor
A right monitor is more than just a screen—it's a gateway to your work, entertainment, and creative expression. But with so many options, how do you pick the best one for you?
14 November 2024, 07:10 AM
Dating apps move to friend zone in search of profits
Both firms have suffered dramatic slumps since the boom times of the pandemic, when millions turned to the apps during periods when governments restricted people's movements.
14 November 2024, 06:59 AM
Taiwan chip giant TSMC sued for alleged discrimination
The suit alleges that the world's largest contract manufacturer of chips -- used in everything from Apple iPhones to Nvidia's AI hardware -- unfairly favors Asian staff in terms of hiring, firing and working standards.
14 November 2024, 05:28 AM
Batmobile from 'The Dark Knight' now on sale for $2.99 million
Warner Bros. Discovery is offering a highly exclusive, screen-accurate replica of the Batmobile used by Christian Bale’s Batman for a staggering $2.99 million, in honour of Batman’s 85th anniversary.
14 November 2024, 03:26 AM
Bitcoin is now worth over $90,000
Bitcoin surged past $90,000 on Wednesday, setting a new record as investors bet on favourable cryptocurrency policies under Donald Trump’s administration.
14 November 2024, 02:22 AM
Casio launches retro-inspired calculator watches celebrating 1970s tech
Casio has released a new collection of calculator watches inspired by its iconic 1970s hardware.
13 November 2024, 18:03 PM
Donald Trump picks Elon Musk to co-head government efficiency department
US President-elect Donald Trump announced the appointment of Elon Musk and ex-presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy to head the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency on Tuesday, though it will operate outside formal government structures.
13 November 2024, 17:51 PM
Asus brings new laptop offers at City IT Mega Fair
Asus is participating in the City IT Mega Fair 2024, held at the BCS Computer City in Dhaka from November 11 to 16. There, the brand is showcasing its latest laptop models, including the Copilot+ PC, Zenbook, Vivobook, and other new additions, as per an official press release.
13 November 2024, 14:22 PM