Tech & Startup
Russian retailers begin pre-sales of iPhone 16 despite Apple ban
Despite an export ban, Russian retailers have begun pre-selling Apple’s latest iPhone 16, offering consumers the chance to purchase the device at significantly higher prices than in the United States.
20 September 2024, 09:37 AM
Hacker leaks data of Indian health insurance company via Telegram bots: report
Hackers have stolen sensitive data from Star Health and Allied Insurance, an India-based health insurance provider, and made it publicly accessible through Telegram chatbots, as per a recent report by Reuters. This breach has exposed the private details of millions of customers, according to the report.
20 September 2024, 09:10 AM
Why have pagers become relevant?
Recently, pagers have reached the headlines around the globe as hundreds of pagers used by Hezbollah members exploded across Lebanon, killing at least nine people and wounding around 2,800 in blasts.
19 September 2024, 10:06 AM
Earth to get a temporary 'mini-moon' from September 29
Starting September 29, Earth will welcome a new celestial neighbour: a 'mini-moon' named 2024 PT5. This small asteroid, roughly 10 meters (32 feet) in diameter, is expected to loop around our planet until November 25 before breaking free from its gravitational embrace.
19 September 2024, 09:21 AM
Redefining iPad creativity: Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro 2
Built from the ground up with touch in mind, Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro on iPad are about to level up the game for both seasoned Mac pros and the next generation of creators. Let's take a look at both these apps, and dive into the benefits they provide to iPad users.
19 September 2024, 08:03 AM
Generative AI uses 30 times more energy than search engines: research
Sasha Luccioni, a prominent researcher recognised by Time magazine as one of the top 100 influential figures in AI, has recently raised concerns about the massive energy consumption of AI, especially generative models like ChatGPT and Midjourney. According to her research, these types of AI use much more energy than traditional search engines—up to 30 times more—because they don’t just pull up information; they create new content based on user input.
19 September 2024, 04:51 AM
Meta and Spotify blast EU decisions on AI
The firms along with several researchers and industry bodies signed an open letter claiming that Europe was already becoming less competitive and risked falling further behind in the age of AI.
19 September 2024, 04:49 AM
YouTube launches new TV-focused tools for creators
The Alphabet-owned video-sharing platform popular on computers, tablets and smartphones has been gaining audiences on televisions as "smart" TVs linked to the internet have become common.
19 September 2024, 04:40 AM
Nintendo and Pokémon officially sue Palworld
Nintendo and The Pokémon Company have filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Pocketpair Inc., the Tokyo-based game developer behind Palworld, a survival adventure game. The lawsuit was filed with the Tokyo District Court on September 18, 2024, and seeks both an injunction and compensation for damages, alleging that Palworld infringes multiple patent rights owned by the plaintiffs.
19 September 2024, 03:44 AM
Google wins EU antitrust case, overturns $1.7 bln fine
Google secured a victory on Wednesday by overturning a 1.49 billion euro ($1.7 billion) antitrust fine imposed by the European Union (EU).
18 September 2024, 17:19 PM
Sony chooses AMD over Intel for PS6 chip contract : Report
Intel has lost a contract to design and fabricate the chip for Sony's upcoming PlayStation 6, according to a recent report by Reuters.
18 September 2024, 11:07 AM
BetterStories hosts networking event for local entrepreneurs
BetterStories Limited has recently hosted an in-person networking event named "Meet the Bangladesh startup ecosystem", which took place on September 17, 2024, at the BetterStories Headquarters in Dhaka.
18 September 2024, 10:43 AM
Network detection and response in enterprise cybersecurity
A single breach can lead to disastrous outcomes, causing financial loss, reputational damage, and operational disruption. This risk means businesses need to adopt more effective threat response mechanisms to defend against the evolving threat landscape.
18 September 2024, 09:44 AM
7 reasons to buy the iPhone 16
The iPhone 16 looks similar to the iPhone 15 models but with subtle design changes. However, there are some new features as well. Let's discuss seven reasons why you might want to upgrade your current iPhone to this latest version.
18 September 2024, 09:10 AM
You can soon take spatial photos with your iPhone 15 Pro
With the upcoming release of iOS 18.1, iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max users will be able to capture 'spatial photos' directly from your device. While initially announced for the iPhone 16 lineup, Apple has extended the spatial photos feature to last year's iPhone 15 Pro models as well, according to a recent report by the Apple-centric news platform 9to5Mac.
18 September 2024, 02:56 AM
Bangladeshi robotics team faces visa denial ahead of FIRST Global Challenge in Greece
The visa applications of the Bangladesh robotics team, set to represent the country at the FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Global Challenge 2024 in Athens, Greece, has been denied according to an official letter by The Embassy of Greece in the New Delhi Consular Office.
17 September 2024, 17:12 PM
Instagram launches “Teen Accounts”
Instagram is rolling out a new account type for users under 18, introducing "Teen Accounts" to enhance protections for young people, according to a recent blog post by the company.
17 September 2024, 14:02 PM
Italy tests AI in schools to tackle EU digital skills gap
Italy is introducing an educational experiment by introducing artificial intelligence (AI) into its schools, as per a new program introduced by the Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
17 September 2024, 12:40 PM
Microsoft launches $60 bln share buyback program
Microsoft recently announced that its board has approved a new share buyback program valued at up to $60 billion. In addition, the company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.83 per share, marking a 10% increase over the previous quarter’s dividend.
17 September 2024, 11:54 AM
Apple's iOS 18: Key updates you need to know
Apple has just rolled out their latest operating system iOS 18, and it is packed with new features that aim to give iPhone users more control, customisation, and functionality. Here is a quick breakdown of the key features of iOS 18.
17 September 2024, 07:29 AM