The Director General of the National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA), Abu Sayed Md. Kamruzzaman, has expressed regret over the missed opportunity to strengthen cybersecurity in Bangladesh following the hacking of Sonali Bank in 2014. Speaking at the "Pre-Cyber Drill Conference 2025," held on 15 January at the Krishibid Institution Bangladesh (KIB) in Dhaka, Kamruzzaman highlighted the consequences of that incident.

Nokia has recently announced that it has signed a multi-year patent license agreement with Samsung, according to a report by Reuters.

Moving into 2022 and beyond, the academy shifted its focus. Now, it’s about creating measurable impacts by providing hands-on training to develop highly competent freelancers capable of competing in a global marketplace. The aim was to deepen the impact of the academy's programs by linking in-house training with real freelancing opportunities and expanding its reach through strategic partnerships with various edtech firms. 

As we navigate through 2025, the startup ecosystem is experiencing a transformative era, with emerging technologies reshaping industries and daily life. Here are some of the most promising AI startups, from around the world, to watch out for in 2025.

Realme has officially launched the realme Note 60x in Bangladesh.

Indonesia is preparing to introduce regulations that will establish a minimum age for social media users, a move aimed at safeguarding children online, according to recent announcements by the country’s communications minister Meutya Hafid.

The report estimated the value of TikTok's US operations at between $40 and $50 billion.

Winter in Bangladesh, while not as severe as in many parts of the world, still poses unique challenges for motorcyclists. Here are six essential motorcycle maintenance tips for winter, each with practical advice for keeping your ride in top shape.

The Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) released a comprehensive update to its ‘Guidelines for Data and Data Packages of Mobile Phone Operators-2024’, on January 13, 2025. This update introduces several new measures, with the highlight being the ability for users to carry forward unused mobile data.

The Chattogram Chapter of Internet Service Provider of Bangladesh (ISPB) will be organising the three-day event, featuring programmes involving youths, ICT entrepreneurs and tech enthusiasts

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) has revealed its 2025 lineup of gaming laptops at CES 2025.

Honor X7c impresses with durability and battery life, but falls short on display and camera performance in the competitive budget market.

Apple is reportedly planning to launch its thinnest iPhone to date, the iPhone 17 Air, which is expected to be approximately 2 millimetres thinner than current models. A recent report by Apple analyst Mark Gurman from Bloomberg News suggests the device will debut at Apple’s upcoming September 2025 event.

Honor has recently launched the Honor X5b Plus in Bangladesh. The smartphone comes with a 5,200 mAh battery, a MediaTek Helio G36 processor, and an 8.7 mm chassis.

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Meta Platforms Inc., the parent company of Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram, has announced the disbanding of its dedicated diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) team, marking a significant shift in its approach to workplace diversity initiatives.

Nvidia has voiced strong opposition to a reported plan by the Biden administration to impose new restrictions on AI chip exports. The leading AI chip company has called the policy potentially harmful to the US economy, urging the outgoing president to leave such decisions to the incoming Trump administration, states a report by Reuters.

Sophos, a cybersecurity solutions company, has released its cybersecurity predictions for 2025, highlighting critical trends, emerging trends, and issues such as vulnerabilities in artificial intelligence systems, the persistence of ransomware, and new attacker tactics.

She is seeking at least $75,000 of damages, plus punitive damages, for alleged injuries including PTSD

Tombot Inc., a US-based robotics company, has recently unveiled 'Jennie', a lifelike robotic puppy designed to provide emotional support for people with Alzheimer’s, dementia, and other mental health challenges.