Tech & Startup

Tesla to recall 2,400 Cybertrucks over safety issues

Tesla has announced a recall of 2,431 of its recently launched Cybertruck pickups in the US, citing a potential risk of drive power loss which could heighten the chance of crashes.
13 November 2024, 13:30 PM

Attackers targeted critical infrastructure in Southeast Asia: Sophos

Sophos, a cybersecurity solutions company, has recently released a new report titled “Pacific Rim,” revealing its five-year-long defensive and counter-offensive operations against a complex network of cyber adversaries, allegedly linked to China, that have targeted critical infrastructure across Southeast Asia.
13 November 2024, 12:35 PM

Taptap Send launches airtime recharge service in Bangladesh

Taptap Send, an international remittance service provider, has introduced a new airtime recharge feature for Bangladeshi users. 
13 November 2024, 10:49 AM

Apple may unveil wall-mounted tablet in March: Report

Apple is planning to announce an AI-enabled wall-mounted tablet as soon as March, according to a recent report by Bloomberg News. The device, internally code-named J490, is designed to manage smart home functions, support video conferencing, and utilise artificial intelligence for app navigation.
13 November 2024, 09:42 AM

How soon should you switch careers?

Switching careers—for both new professionals and seasoned veterans—is a risky decision to take. So, when is the optimal time to consider switching careers?
13 November 2024, 03:46 AM

Co-founder Greg Brockman returns to OpenAI

Greg Brockman, co-founder of ChatGPT parent OpenAI, has rejoined the artificial intelligence powerhouse three months after stepping down from his role as president.
13 November 2024, 02:38 AM

5 top YouTube channels to learn Figma for UI/UX designers

Whether you are an absolute beginner or a seasoned UI/UX designer wanting to brush up your Figma skills, YouTube is a goldmine of knowledge. Here are five YouTube channels that will not only help you learn Figma but also share valuable UI/UX wisdom with you.
13 November 2024, 02:20 AM

New drone regulations in draft: licence and clearance to be mandatory

Bangladesh proposes stringent new drone regulations, requiring licences and multi-agency approvals for non-toy drones.
12 November 2024, 13:43 PM

Bitcoin nears $90,000 as Trump’s pro-crypto stance increases record

Bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency, is on the verge of hitting $90,000, as investor optimism intensifies in the wake of Donald Trump’s U.S. election 2024 victory.
12 November 2024, 12:25 PM

Canva experiences worldwide outage, users report issues

Canva, the popular graphic design platform, is facing a widespread outage as users around the world report service disruptions.
12 November 2024, 09:52 AM

'Raid: Shadow Legends’ developer sold for $820 million

Aristocrat Leisure, the Australian gambling machine manufacturer, has finalised the sale of its subsidiary Plarium, the developer behind the popular mobile game 'Raid: Shadow Legends', to Sweden’s Modern Times Group in a deal worth up to $820 million
12 November 2024, 08:39 AM

Web Summit 2024: Tech leaders in Lisbon to debate Trump’s impact on Europe

Lisbon is set to host the Web Summit, Europe’s largest annual tech conference, where industry titans and policymakers will tackle pressing issues in technology, including the implications of Donald Trump’s return to the White House, according to a recent report by Reuters.
11 November 2024, 13:48 PM

Honor X7c launched in Bangladesh

Honor has recently launched the Honor X7c in Bangladesh. The phone features a 6000mAh battery, 256 GB storage, and Snapdragon 685 processor.
11 November 2024, 11:30 AM

X tests free version of Grok AI chatbot in selected regions

Social network X, previously known as Twitter, is reportedly testing a free version of its AI chatbot, Grok, which has so far been limited to its premium subscribers.
11 November 2024, 09:23 AM

Meta's nuclear-powered AI data centre has a bee problem

Meta wanted to build a nuclear-powered AI data centre, then the bees stepped in.
11 November 2024, 08:42 AM

Bitcoin reaches record high of over $81,000 after Trump's win

Bitcoin surged to a record high of $81,464 on Monday after the US presidential election results, in which Donald Trump secured victory, boosted expectations of a crypto-friendly regulatory environment, according to a recent report by Reuters.
11 November 2024, 03:23 AM

Apple is now selling official parts for iPhone 16 DIY repair

Apple has rolled out do-it-yourself repair service for its latest iPhone 16 lineup, offering iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max owners the ability to perform their own repairs with official tools and parts. This update is part of Apple’s self-service repair program, which is available in the US and several countries in Europe.
11 November 2024, 02:37 AM

iPhone 15 was the best-selling smartphone in Q3 2024

Apple's iPhone 15 led global smartphone sales in the third quarter (July, August, September) of 2024, according to a new report from Counterpoint Research, a global tech research firm. The iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 15 Pro followed closely, showing strong demand for Apple’s latest models.
10 November 2024, 10:56 AM

Jobs of the week

Here are our picks for jobs of the week. Check out the article for more details.
10 November 2024, 08:40 AM

Meta makes its AI model available for military use

Meta has announced it will make its open-source AI model, Llama, available to US government agencies and contractors working on national security tasks. Previously, Llama was primarily used by researchers and private businesses, but this new development expands its applications to defence and security work, including the US military.
10 November 2024, 03:13 AM