Tech & Startup

Elon Musk's AI startup xAI now worth $24 bln

Elon Musk's AI startup, xAI, has recently raised $6 billion in Series B funding, culminating in a total post-money valuation of $24 billion, according to the company. 
28 May 2024, 05:10 AM

The reality of being a professional content creator in Bangladesh

Digital content creation in Bangladesh has undergone a remarkable transformation, shifting from a casual pastime to a viable professional career. However, as more individuals pursue this path, questions arise about the sustainability, impact, and acceptance of content creation as a legitimate profession.
28 May 2024, 04:37 AM

Mentorship 101: 5 key tips for new mentors

Whether professionally or academically, if you're a new mentor struggling to get your feet off the ground, here are five things to keep in mind to step up your mentorship game.
28 May 2024, 04:09 AM

Elon Musk plans supercomputer to power xAI's Grok: report

Elon Musk's AI startup, xAI, is reportedly planning on building a supercomputer to power the next version of xAI's chatbot Grok, according to the American tech publication The Information. As per the report, Elon Musk told investors that the supercomputer is planned to be four times bigger than modern GPU clusters.
26 May 2024, 11:39 AM

Locally-made OnePlus Nord N30 SE 5G now available in Bangladesh

OnePlus Nord N30 SE 5G has recently been launched in Bangladesh. According to an official press release, this is the first locally-made OnePlus device in the country. 
26 May 2024, 10:38 AM

Global car brands 'Jaecoo' and 'Omoda' arrive in Bangladesh

Three new models of cars from the brands ‘Jaecoo’ and ‘Omoda’ have been launched in Bangladesh: JAECOO J7, OMODA C5, and OMODA E5. According to a press release, Asian MotorSpeX Limited, the official distributor of these cars, unveiled them at the recently held 17th Dhaka Motor Show 2024.
26 May 2024, 10:13 AM

Jobs of the week

Here are our picks for jobs of the week. Check out the article for more details.
26 May 2024, 08:11 AM

BIJF holds annual general meeting

During the meeting, BIJF General Secretary Sabbin Hasan presented the annual activities report of the organization.
26 May 2024, 05:28 AM

24 teams participate in sustainable development competition

24 teams comprising over 100 Bangladeshis aged 15 to 24 recently participated in the GenU imaGen Ventures Youth Challenge 2023-24 Community Solution Pitch Day, a competition where young entrepreneurs present solutions to address climate change impacts and gender equality in Bangladesh.
26 May 2024, 02:47 AM

How to track Cyclone Remal

As Cyclone Remal approaches Bangladesh, staying informed about its trajectory, intensity, and potential impact is crucial for ensuring safety and preparedness. Thanks to advancements in technology, tracking cyclones has become more accessible and accurate. Here are some of the best tools and resources available for monitoring Cyclone Remal and other severe weather events.
25 May 2024, 10:59 AM

Fahim Saleh murder: Assistant killed him to hide theft from girlfriend

Tyrese Haspil, the former personal assistant of Fahim Saleh, murdered Saleh out of fear of abandonment by his French girlfriend, Marine Chaveuz, if she discovered his theft of hundreds of thousands of dollars from his employer, argues Haspil's lawyer.
25 May 2024, 10:37 AM

Biden hiring a 'meme manager'; will pay up to $85,000

The role, which offers a salary of up to $85,000, involves collaborating with podcasters, digital-media companies, and popular social-media meme pages, reports Business Insider. Successful candidates will need to relocate to Wilmington, Delaware, where the campaign is based
24 May 2024, 14:22 PM

Datathon 3.0 final competition round commences at Robi HQ

The final competition round of Datathon 3.0 is set to begin at the Robi Axiata Limited corporate office in Dhaka today. The event will run from May 24th to May 25th.
24 May 2024, 10:08 AM

A stellar gaming experience: The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14

The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 is a stellar gaming laptop that excels in nearly every aspect.
23 May 2024, 11:37 AM

Honor Magic 6 Pro launched in Bangladesh

Smartphone brand Honor has introduced the Magic 6 Pro in Bangladesh.
23 May 2024, 10:12 AM

Bangladesh team advances to global phase of Huawei ICT Competition 2023-24

A team of three students from Rajshahi University of Engineering and Technology (RUET) has advanced to the global phase of the Huawei ICT Competition 2023-24. The team, consisting of Shuvam Agarwala, Rakesh Kar, and Md. Mazharul Islam from the RUET Computer Science and Engineering Department, departed Dhaka for China last night.
23 May 2024, 09:37 AM

AI-PCs, new laptops, and more: Everything Microsoft just announced

Ahead of its Build developer conference, Microsoft has unveiled significant advancements in AI and Surface technologies. At a pre-Build event on Monday, which was not livestreamed for the public, Microsoft introduced its vision for AI-centric PCs with the new Copilot+ PCs and announced the latest Surface devices.
21 May 2024, 10:16 AM

Meet the astronaut who waited 60 years to voyage into space

Former US Air Force Captain Ed Dwight fulfilled a lifelong dream on May 19 by venturing into space, becoming the oldest person to do so at the age of 90. His journey on Blue Origin's New Shepard NS-25 spacecraft was the company’s first human flight since 2022. The mission took six tourists to the edge of space including Ed.
21 May 2024, 09:49 AM

Abandoned opportunities: How demand latency hurts Bangladeshi brands

Demand latency is a universal phenomenon that companies are still struggling to get a grasp of. To build a more sustainable future for businesses in Bangladesh as well as understanding the impact of demand latency for the youth may secure the future of businesses across industries in the coming years. 
21 May 2024, 09:20 AM

Bangladesh ranks 29th among top countries for hiring freelancers

Bangladesh has been ranked 29th out of 30 countries for hiring freelancers in a recent report by CEOWORLD Magazine, with a score of 46.92.
21 May 2024, 03:00 AM