Telegram CEO Pavel Durov arrested

Pavel Durov, the billionaire founder and CEO of the Telegram messaging app, was reportedly arrested on Saturday evening at Bourget Airport near Paris, according to unnamed sources cited by the French media outlets TF1 TV and BFM TV.
25 August 2024, 02:06 AM

BCSI launches community-powered emergency response team amidst rising cyber threats

In response to a surge in cyberattacks from neighbouring countries, Bangladesh Cyber Security Intelligence (BCSI) has initiated a significant move to safeguard the nation's digital infrastructure. The organisation has announced the formation of a Community-Powered Emergency Response Team (CERT) aimed at mitigating cyber threats during this particularly sensitive period.
24 August 2024, 12:16 PM

Windows 11 update will boost performance of Zen 5 CPUs: AMD

AMD has recently announced that Microsoft’s upcoming Windows 11 update, version 24H2, will enhance the performance of its recently launched Zen 5 CPUs.
23 August 2024, 12:27 PM

Floods disrupt mobile services in 10 districts; 1428 mobile towers out of order

At least 14.8 percent of mobile towers in 12 districts of Bangladesh have been rendered non-operational due to the ongoing flood situation, according to data from the Bangladesh Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (BTRC).
23 August 2024, 09:13 AM

Nepal lifts TikTok ban after 8 months

Nepal has lifted its ban on TikTok after the app addressed concerns related to cybercrime and the regulation of its content.
23 August 2024, 08:33 AM

Satellite SOS is now available for Pixel 9

Satellite SOS, a feature which allows a device to connect with satellites to send emergency text messages without mobile data or WiFi connectivity, is rolling out to the Google Pixel 9 series, according to a recent announcement by Google.
22 August 2024, 14:06 PM

Protirodh.net adds options to help flood affected regions

Protirodh.net, a community-based platform designed to mobilise citizen volunteers, has recently integrated flood reporting options and volunteer registration for the flood affected regions.
22 August 2024, 12:40 PM

Flood-related fake news flooding Facebook

To stay on top of currently trending fake news regarding the recent flooding in Bangladesh, here is a compilation of some Facebook posts that have been proven to be false by Rumor Scanner, a Bangladeshi fact-checking organisation.
22 August 2024, 09:04 AM

What is SB 1047 - the California AI bill?

California legislators are about to vote on a bill called SB 1047, which would set rules for how artificial intelligence (AI) is developed and used in the state. However, many tech companies and some lawmakers are against it, saying the rules could slow down innovation and make things harder for the tech industry. What is SB 1047, the California AI bill? Here are some things you should know about it.
22 August 2024, 04:40 AM

Google sales reps allegedly suggested strategies to target teens against policy: Report

Google sales representatives advised ad buyers on ways to target teenage users, despite the company's policy prohibiting targeted advertising based on demographics for those under 18, according to a recent report by AdWeek.
22 August 2024, 04:00 AM

Cristiano Ronaldo launches his own YouTube channel

The channel, titled "UR · Cristiano," was officially unveiled on Wednesday.
21 August 2024, 16:19 PM

Mafia 4, new Call of Duty and more: Announcements so far from Gamescom 2024

The Gamescom event delivered on its promise of many new game announcements, alongside updates and trailers for highly anticipated titles.
21 August 2024, 10:40 AM

JBL's new earbuds offer a larger touchscreen

JBL has unveiled an upgraded version of its popular wireless earbuds, the JBL Tour Pro 3.
21 August 2024, 10:25 AM

How to track floods online

With water levels rising at an alarming rate, it is important to stay aware and cautious. Here are two ways users can track the flood.
21 August 2024, 06:54 AM

"I really hate generative AI", says Procreate CEO

James Cuda, CEO of the graphics editing app Procreate, has recently stated that the company has no plans to introduce generative AI tools in its line of products. In a video posted on Procreate's official X account, Cuda publicly stated his stance on AI-generated art, saying, "I really hate generative AI. I don't like what's happening in the industry, and I don't like what it's doing to our artists."
20 August 2024, 06:36 AM

Chrome for Android to hide sensitive information during screen sharing: Report

Google is taking steps to enhance privacy on its Chrome browser for Android by redacting sensitive information such as credit card details and passwords during screen sharing and recording sessions, according to a report by Bleeping Computer.
20 August 2024, 03:00 AM

Google Play Security Reward Program to end submissions by August 31

Google has announced that it will be closing the Google Play Security Reward Program (GPSRP) for new submissions on August 31, 2024.
19 August 2024, 13:42 PM

Intel’s latest processor series set for launch in October: Reports

Intel's Arrow Lake series, officially known as the Core Ultra 200 series, is scheduled for release on 10th October, according to a report from Benchlife.
19 August 2024, 13:37 PM

Mike Lynch reported missing after yacht sinks off Sicily

Mike Lynch, a British tech entrepreneur, is reported missing after a luxury yacht was struck by a violent storm and sank off the Sicilian capital Palermo on Monday.
19 August 2024, 13:26 PM

X - major misinformation source on communal violence in Bangladesh: Rumor Scanner

X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, has been identified as a major platform for spreading misinformation about communal violence in Bangladesh, as per a recent report by Rumor Scanner, a Bangladeshi fact-checking organisation. The investigation identified 50 accounts in X responsible for promoting misleading content that reached over 154 million views between August 5 and 13.
19 August 2024, 12:32 PM