Tech & Startup
US invests $825 mln in new semiconductor research centre
The US government has recently announced an investment of approximately $825 million to establish a new semiconductor research and development (R&D) facility at the Albany NanoTech Complex in New York.
31 October 2024, 09:58 AM
Russia fines Google $20 decillion—that's more than the entire world's GDP
A Russian court has imposed an extraordinary $20 decillion fine on Google for restricting access to 17 YouTube channels owned by local Russian networks.
31 October 2024, 09:55 AM
AI features boosted time spent on Facebook by 8%: Zuckerberg
Improvements in AI-driven feeds and video recommendations have led to an 8% rise in time spent on Facebook and a 6% increase on Instagram this year, according to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg in the company's latest quarterly earnings report.
31 October 2024, 08:58 AM
Why do processor sockets keep changing?
At the heart of your computer’s performance lies the processor socket, which acts as the critical bridge between the processor and the motherboard. Let’s explore why companies keep changing sockets and how it impacts you as a user.
31 October 2024, 02:45 AM
BTRC's draft satellite internet guideline risks becoming a digital gatekeeper
This draft policy is hiding a central duality in plain sight: Bangladesh is eager to welcome cutting-edge satellite technology, yet appears equally intent on tightly controlling its operation.
30 October 2024, 12:31 PM
Will AI turn human? Nvidia thinks so
Nvidia vice president Masataka Osaki has projected a future in which artificial intelligence (AI) takes on a distinctly human form.
30 October 2024, 11:18 AM
Actor Olivia Wilde launches VC firm
Actor and director Olivia Wilde, known for her roles in Tron: Legacy and Don’t Worry Darling, has taken on a new role as a venture capitalist, reports Bloomberg.
30 October 2024, 11:05 AM
Apple unveils redesigned Mac Mini with M4 chip
Apple has launched a reimagined Mac Mini, its first design overhaul in more than ten years.
30 October 2024, 10:57 AM
Intel's evolution over the years: a complete timeline
Here is a brief look at the key moments in Intel's history, including notable milestones the chip production company has accomplished in a given year.
30 October 2024, 09:55 AM
OpenAI's custom AI chips set for 2026 production: report
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is moving forward with plans to develop its own AI chip, aiming for production by 2026, according to a recent report by Reuters.
30 October 2024, 07:58 AM
Painting by robot artist on auction for first time
Ai-Da, the world’s first humanoid robot artist, will soon make history as her portrait of Alan Turing, titled 'AI God', is set to be auctioned by the art auction house Sotheby’s in London.
30 October 2024, 07:36 AM
LinkedIn launches Hiring Assistant, AI recruitment agent
LinkedIn has recently launched Hiring Assistant, a new AI-driven tool designed to streamline recruitment processes by automating several routine tasks.
30 October 2024, 03:08 AM
Gmail will now help you write emails with AI
Google extends AI-powered email assistance to Gmail on the web.
29 October 2024, 12:19 PM
Bangladesh's startup ecosystem showcased at Expand North Star 2024 in Dubai
A delegation of 24 Bangladeshi startups participated in Expand North Star 2024 in Dubai from October 13-16.
29 October 2024, 11:36 AM
Imo deletes over 600K accounts in Bangladesh
The messaging platform Imo has removed 628,000 accounts from Bangladesh between January and September 2024.
29 October 2024, 11:26 AM
Driving sustainable growth in Bangladesh's garment sector through local service providers
The demand for consultancy-led, workforce-oriented training mirrors a bigger industry movement toward greater inclusion and sustainability. Factories that have adopted these training models talk of measurable improvements in productivity, product quality, and overall worker morale.
29 October 2024, 09:28 AM
Zhang Yiming, founder of TikTok parent ByteDance, is now China's richest man: report
Zhang Yiming, founder of TikTok’s parent company ByteDance, has become the richest person in China, with a personal wealth of $49.3 billion, according to the Hurun China Rich List 2024, an annual ranking of China's richest individuals.
29 October 2024, 06:17 AM
Toyota and NTT to invest $3.26 bln in autonomous driving research
Toyota Motor Corp. and the Japanese telecom company Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corp. (NTT) are investing 500 billion yen ($3.26 billion) in artificial intelligence research and development to create advanced software aimed at making autonomous driving safer.
29 October 2024, 05:48 AM
Can a hybrid workplace model save Dhaka from losing work hours?
A hybrid workplace paradigm offers employees freedom and support by combining in-person and remote work. More autonomy and a better work-life balance increase employee engagement in a mixed workplace. Employers gain from developing a more dependable, productive, and healthier workforce.
29 October 2024, 03:06 AM
OpenAI Chairman's AI startup receives $175 mln funding
Sierra, a Silicon Valley-based AI startup co-founded by Bret Taylor, former Salesforce co-CEO and current OpenAI Chairman of the Board, has secured $175 million in a new funding round, giving the startup a $4.5 billion valuation.
29 October 2024, 02:44 AM