It's Musk vs Altman, and the future of AI at stake
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The years-long public war between Elon Musk and Sam Altman has entered its most consequential phase, with a federal trial now under way in Oakland, California that could reshape the structure and leadership of OpenAI and carry significant implications for the future of artificial intelligence.
Interactive Cares CEO, co-founder detained at airport
28 April 2026, 11:57 AM
Tech & Startup
Rare Al Samir, the founder and CEO of Interactive Cares, a Dhaka-based ed-tech startup, has been detained at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka while reportedly trying to leave the country following allegations of embezzlement and money laundering.
Shift / EVs claim the spotlight at Dhaka Motor Show
28 April 2026, 17:20 PM
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Next Step / Breaking into investment banking in the US
28 April 2026, 13:30 PM
Tech & Startup
Google signs classified AI deal with Pentagon
28 April 2026, 12:25 PM
Tech & Startup
B-Trac expands app-based services in Dhaka
28 April 2026, 18:15 PM
Tech & Startup
Anthropic had bots haggle for humans at an office market
27 April 2026, 12:09 PM
Tech & Startup
Staying ahead of the employability curve
In an interview with The Daily Star, Dr Ajay Kela shared the goals of the Wadhwani Foundation, what kind of skills a modern employer looks for, and the importance of upskilling for modern graduates.
9 December 2023, 05:04 AM
How Starlink internet can benefit Bangladesh
Earlier this year, Starlink officials came to Bangladesh to potentially strike a deal with the ICT Division in operating in the country. But what is the hype around Starlink and how may it impact communications in Bangladesh? Let's take a look.
8 December 2023, 13:51 PM
Baldur's Gate 3 wins Game of the Year 2023
The role-playing video game Baldur's Gate 3 has been awarded the Game of the Year 2023 by The Game Awards. Released fully for Windows on August 3 and later on PS5 on September 6, Baldur's Gate 3 offers both single-player and multiplayer options to explore dungeons and tackle quests using pre-generated characters in a world based on the popular tabletop game Dungeons & Dragons.
8 December 2023, 06:15 AM
Sam Altman named TIME's CEO of the year
Sam Altman, co-founder and CEO of OpenAI, has been named Time Magazine's CEO of the Year for 2023. This prestigious recognition highlights Altman's significant contribution to the field of artificial intelligence (AI).
7 December 2023, 17:19 PM
Every Grand Theft Auto game ranked from best to worst
Grand Theft Auto has been a gaming juggernaut for over two decades, delivering open-world mayhem and satirical stories that have captivated millions of players. But with so many entries in the series, how do they stack up against each other? On the heels of the exciting announcement of the next instalment in the Grand Theft Auto franchise, Grand Theft Auto VI, we're taking a look back at the entire series and ranking every main entry from the top-down beginnings to the sprawling modern epics.
7 December 2023, 16:31 PM
Asus launches ROG Ally handheld gaming device in Bangladesh
The handheld gaming device ROG Ally is equipped with an AMD 4nm 8 core/16 thread Ryzen Z1 Extreme Processor, runs on Windows 11, and supports gaming platforms such as Steam, Xbox Game Pass, Epic, and GOG.
7 December 2023, 10:53 AM
Messenger adds default end-to-end encryption
Messenger, the instant messaging app by Meta, is launching end-to-end decryption on all messages and calls by default. With end-to-end encryption, messages and calls can only be seen by the sender and the recipient. Not even Meta will be able to see encrypted messages, as per the company.
7 December 2023, 10:09 AM
Vivo caught up in money laundering case in India
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) of India accused Vivo of illicitly transferring an enormous sum of ₹ 62,476 crore to China, ostensibly to evade Indian tax obligations.
7 December 2023, 07:25 AM
Google launches Gemini, new AI model to compete with GPT-4
Google has recently introduced Gemini, a collection of AI models designed to cater to various needs from lightweight mobile applications to heavyweight enterprise solutions. Gemini comes in three versions: Gemini Nano, Gemini Pro, and Gemini Ultra, each serving specific purposes and use cases.
7 December 2023, 06:52 AM
Musk's Starlink to make entry to Bangladesh
The government has decided to award a licence to Starlink, brainchild of Elon Musk,that could create competition in the internet business in Bngladesh
7 December 2023, 00:00 AM
Dhaka stares down the barrel of water
Once widely abundant, the freshwater for Dhaka dwellers continues to deplete at a dramatic rate and may disappear far below the ground.
6 December 2023, 18:00 PM
Electric vehicles are reducing global oil consumption: reports
Increasing electric vehicle sales in recent years have prompted forecasters to revise their estimates for the global peak in oil consumption. Public subsidies and advancements in technology are aiding consumers in overcoming the occasionally high upfront costs associated with battery-powered cars, as noted by industry experts.
6 December 2023, 11:16 AM
China unveils new domestically developed supercomputer
China has recently unveiled a domestically developed supercomputing system which is said to be more powerful than Tianhe-2, one of China's fastest supercomputers, as per the Chinese news agency Xinhua.
6 December 2023, 10:57 AM
Grand Theft Auto: A '90s kid's enduring love affair
Picture this: a '90s kid in Dhaka, wide-eyed, and getting lost in the digital world of Grand Theft Auto (GTA) Vice City or San Andreas. That kid was me. Fast forward to now, married and in my thirties, and here I am, still as giddy as a schoolboy in a candy store, eagerly awaiting the GTA 6 release, which is due in 2025. Some loves never die; they just respawn.
6 December 2023, 10:00 AM
7 Bangladeshi startups in Holon IQ's top 100 edtechs in South Asia
Seven Bangladeshi startups have been named in Holon IQ's 2023 list of top 100 edtech startups in South Asia: 10 Minute School, Apar's, Shikho, and Sohopathi for the 'tutoring and test prep' category; Science Bee and CodersTrust for the 'STEAM' category; and Edutechs in the 'Management Systems' category.
6 December 2023, 09:06 AM
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G launched in Bangladesh
Samsung has recently launched the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G in Bangladesh.
5 December 2023, 11:30 AM
4 websites to track cyclone Michaung
Cyclone Michaung is currently developing in the Bay of Bengal, and various websites are available for real-time tracking and information on the storm's trajectory:
5 December 2023, 10:15 AM
How to stay safe from the 'job offer' scam message
One particular scam that has become common lately is the 'job offer' scam message, in which unknown phone numbers offer jobs or money to unsuspecting mobile phone users. If you have recently received such scam messages, then be careful. Follow these ways to stay safe from this ongoing scam.
5 December 2023, 08:00 AM
GTA 6 trailer out: watch here
Rockstar Games has officially unveiled the first trailer for their upcoming video game, Grand Theft Auto VI. The latest installment to the widely popular GTA franchise will be released in 2025, and as of now, announced to be playable on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.
5 December 2023, 04:40 AM
Curtain closes for Banglalink Ennovators 7.0
The grand finale of Ennovators 7.0, a digital ideation competition hosted by Banglalink Digital Communications Limited was held on 4 December at Capital’s Pan Pacific Sonargaon ballroom.
4 December 2023, 17:26 PM
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