In today's digital age, online privacy is paramount. Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) offer a layer of security by encrypting your internet traffic and masking your IP address.

As student protests and violent clashes continue to erupt in Dhaka, the spread of misinformation has become a significant concern, exacerbating tensions and fueling unrest. The digital age has made it easier than ever for false information to circulate rapidly, creating confusion and escalating conflicts.

State Minister for Posts, Telecommunications, and Information Technology, Zunaid Ahmed Palak, has attributed the deaths of several students in clashes related to the ongoing quota reform movement to misinformation spread on social media platforms, particularly Facebook.

A world without internet is unimaginable in this age and time.

With growing concerns over privacy and a desire for a different social media experience, many users are seeking alternatives to Facebook. Here are some of the best options available in 2024.

Mobile data internet services across Bangladesh is reportedly experiencing a widespread outage, as per reports.

In recent years, the business world has seen a paradigm shift in the qualities we value in leaders. Long gone are the days when assertiveness and strength were seen as the sole indicators of effective leadership.

From Wednesday afternoon, users across nearly all mobile operators in Bangladesh have faced problems logging in, posting messages, or sharing photos on Facebook and Messenger.

Since around 10 PM on Tuesday, users across the country have reported difficulties accessing Facebook through mobile internet.

Zunaid Ahmed Palak, the Minister of State for Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology of Bangladesh, has recently announced that the government will take stringent measures against social media platforms like Facebook and YouTube if they fail to cooperate in curbing misinformation and rumours. 

Grameenphone has unveiled the newest episode in its Lumière series, this time featuring the illustrious Shusmita Anis, a revered name in the Bangladeshi music industry. Renowned for her versatile singing and emotive performances, Shusmita Anis’s episode provides viewers with an intimate exploration of her career, life choices, and personal philosophy.

Startup Bangladesh Limited has announced today that it has canceled an investment proposal of Tk 5 crore for 10 Minute School, Bangladesh’s largest edtech platform

Kaspersky Labs, the Russia-based cybersecurity firm, has stated on its US website that the company will be leaving the United States. This announcement took place about a month after the US government banned Kaspersky from selling its antivirus software in the country.

Apple has hit a record of almost $8 billion worth of annual sales in India, as per a recent report by Bloomberg News. More than half of the sales were from Apple's popular iPhone lineup, adds the report.

Masahiro Fujimoto, a 26-year-old esports player from Japan, is blind and often reliant on a human companion to assist him around the streets of Tokyo. However, he has recently put ChatGPT-4o to the test, in the hopes of the AI tool helping him walk to his destination without any external assistance.

The commencement of 'Bangladesh Startup Summit 2024' was officially announced today at a press conference held at the Bangladesh Computer Council Auditorium in Dhaka. Scheduled for July 27-28, this year’s summit is themed 'Smart Bangladesh: Endless Possibilities'. 

X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, has reportedly breached European Union (EU) content rules because, as per the EU, the platform deceives users with its blue checkmarks. As such, X is expected to pay a large amount of fines under disciplinary action to be taken by the EU.

Honda has recently launched the SP160 in Bangladesh, following the introduction of Honda SP125 last year. The 163-cc bike features a BS-VI PGM-FI engine and a full digital metre with anti-lock braking system (ABS) indicator, among other features.

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Infinix has announced a BDT 3,000 discount on its Note 30 Pro smartphone, targeting young consumers with a reduced price of BDT 21,999 for the 8GB+256GB model, previously priced at BDT 24,999.