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.
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Sam Altman fires board that fired him

After Sam Altman's return as the Chief Executive Officer of OpenAI, OpenAI released a statement on X, that outlined a new board composition and thanked the public for their patience during this tumultuous period.
23 November 2023, 07:47 AM

Forbes ranks Beximco, Square Pharma in Asia's Top 200 companies

Square Pharmaceuticals and Beximco Pharmaceuticals, two leading pharmaceutical companies in Bangladesh, has been listed in Forbes Magazine's "Asia's 200 Best Under a Billion" for the year 2023.
23 November 2023, 06:35 AM

Sam Altman vs. OpenAI: what happened so far

In case you haven't been following the recent developments surrounding OpenAI and its co-founder Sam Altman, here's a timeline of the events that have happened thus far.
22 November 2023, 09:21 AM

Cybersecurity company EIC selected for Stanford seed program

Enterprise Infosec Consultants (EIC), a Bangladeshi cybersecurity service provider, has been selected to participate in the Stanford Seed Transformation Program. According to a press release, the program is recognised for its curriculum and insights sourced from the Stanford Graduate School of Business.
22 November 2023, 08:48 AM

OpenAI announces Sam Altman to return as CEO

OpenAI announced on Tuesday its co-founder Sam Altman will return as CEO, days after he was fired by the board
22 November 2023, 06:52 AM

Things you need to know before buying Intel motherboards

When it comes to building or upgrading your PC, the motherboard you choose plays a pivotal role in determining your system's performance and capabilities. Whether you're eyeing a 14th Gen, 13th Gen, or 12th Gen Intel CPU, these are some of the key things you need to know before buying an Intel motherboard for your PC.
22 November 2023, 03:58 AM

Bangladesh govt. forms 'National Cyber Security Agency'

The government has formed the new 'National Cyber Security Agency' which will replace the previous 'Digital Security Agency', according to an official gazette published on November 17, 2023. The Cyber Security Agency will be responsible for monitoring online communication and countering cyber crimes.
21 November 2023, 16:27 PM

ShareTrip launches ST Pay; gets new round of investment

ShareTrip, an online travel agency in Bangladesh, has launched a new financial service called ST Pay (ShareTrip Pay). A new round of investment in ShareTrip from Startup Bangladesh was also announced alongside the new feature.
21 November 2023, 11:43 AM

OpenAI investors are now considering suing the board

A faction of investors in OpenAI, the parent company of the renowned ChatGPT, are now reportedly considering legal steps against the company's board. This development comes after the board's decision to remove CEO Sam Altman, a choice that has led to upheaval within the organisation, according to a report by Reuters. 
21 November 2023, 10:39 AM

OpenAI's 3rd CEO in 4 days: Who is Emmett Shear?

In a surprising turn of events, OpenAI, the parent company of ChatGPT and DALL-E, has appointed Emmett Shear as its interim CEO, marking the third leadership change in just four days. The decision comes after the sudden removal of former CEO Sam Altman, sending shockwaves through the tech industry.
21 November 2023, 09:45 AM

BTRC to audit Teletalk for the first time

Following a recent policy decision, the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has taken the initiative to conduct a comprehensive audit of Teletalk, the state-owned telecom company, for the first time.
21 November 2023, 09:19 AM

How to look for jobs in X, formerly Twitter

X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, has recently launched the 'X Job Search' tool. The tool enables users to explore job opportunities and facilitates direct recruitment by organisations verified by the platform.
21 November 2023, 08:46 AM

The 'right-to-repair' movement, explained

In recent years, an increasing number of consumers have encountered frustration due to limited repair options for their electronic devices, sparking a global movement known as ‘right-to-repair’. This movement contends that individuals should have the autonomy to repair their products or choose their preferred technician.
21 November 2023, 03:42 AM

With X's Musk under fire, Biden joins rival Threads

US President Joe Biden on Monday joined Threads, Meta's social media rival to Elon Musk's X, just days after the White House blasted the tech baron for pushing anti-Semitism
21 November 2023, 02:37 AM

OpenAI employees revolt; threaten to quit unless board resigns

Following the recent firing of Sam Altman, ex-CEO of OpenAI, the staff of the AI startup has issued a collective ultimatum, expressing their intent to resign unless the board steps down, according to a letter obtained by Reuters.
20 November 2023, 15:18 PM

Real-time air quality tracking launched across Bangladesh

The government has recently launched a 'real-time air quality index' program, which will provide up-to-the-minute information on the air quality across the country. The initiative, led by the Department of Environment, aims to inform the public about the health implications of varying pollution levels while fostering proactive measures to control and mitigate air pollution.
20 November 2023, 12:09 PM

Luna Shamsuddoha receives posthumous 'Meritorious Achievement Award'

Luna Shamsuddoha, a renowned Bangladeshi IT entrepreneur, was posthumously honoured with the Meritorious Achievement Award by the International Center for Parliamentary Studies (ICPS) and the National Electoral Commission of Portugal. The recognition at this year's International Electoral Awards Ceremony highlighted Shamsuddoha's role in developing the Bangladeshi voter registration software with photograph and fingerprint support.
20 November 2023, 10:58 AM

OpenAI's Sam Altman to join Microsoft: CEO Satya Nadella

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella on Monday said that ousted OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Greg Brockman will be joining Microsoft to lead a new advanced AI research team
20 November 2023, 08:18 AM

High-tech trees: DNCC to use GPRS to monitor plants in the city

The Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) has initiated a project to monitor and maintain newly planted trees across the DNCC jurisdiction using General Packet Radio Service (GPRS) technology. This initiative was inaugurated at the Bangladesh Agricultural Research Council (BARC) auditorium on November 18.
20 November 2023, 07:45 AM

Google introduces Lyria, the music-generating AI model

Google Deepmind, the AI research laboratory owned by Google, has recently introduced Lyria, an advanced music AI generation model. In partnership with YouTube, Google Deepmind's Lyria AI model can generate song tracks consisting of both vocals and instruments.
20 November 2023, 03:37 AM
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