OpenAI tightens safety controls after AI agents keep going rogue

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21 August 2026 Technology
BSIC appoints Waiz Rahim as its MD and CEO
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20 August 2026 Technology
Bangladesh Startup Investment Company PLC has appointed Waiz Rahim as its managing director and chief executive officer.
Dave Bautista cast as Kratos in Amazon’s God of War series
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21 August 2026 Technology
Dave Bautista has been confirmed as the new Kratos in Amazon Prime Video's live-action adaptation of God of War, replacing Ryan Hurst after the actor suffered an injury during production.
YouTube to count views from the moment a video starts playing
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20 August 2026 Technology
DMP plans drone surveillance to tackle traffic jam
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22 August 2026 Technology
TikTok explores payments via direct messages
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20 August 2026 Technology

Microsoft to invest $3 bln to expand AI and cloud services in India

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has recently announced plans to invest $3 billion in India to expand its capacity for artificial intelligence (AI) and Azure cloud-computing services, according to a report by Reuters.
7 January 2025

Samsung Galaxy S25 expected to be unveiled on January 22

Samsung has recently confirmed that its next Unpacked event will be held on January 22, 2025, where it is expected to launch the highly anticipated Galaxy S25 series.
7 January 2025

Nvidia launches Cosmos, platform for training robots and AVs

Nvidia has introduced Cosmos, a platform designed to help developers create and refine advanced AI systems for robotics and autonomous vehicles (AVs). The platform aims to reduce costs and risks associated with building physical AI models by offering tools to generate, process, and test data in simulated environments, according to an official press release by Nvidia.
7 January 2025

Nvidia unveils Project DIGITS, desktop-sized AI supercomputer

Nvidia has announced Project DIGITS, a desktop-sized AI supercomputer featuring the new GB10 Grace Blackwell superchip. The device is designed to provide researchers, developers, and students with high-performance AI capabilities for prototyping, fine-tuning, and running large models, says Nvidia in an official press release.
7 January 2025

Can Bangladesh become a key player in the global semiconductor industry?

While building fab facilities and manufacturing chips may require a huge sum of investment and time, there is another field that launched Bangladesh into the stage of the semiconductor industry - the VLSI (Very Large-Scale Integration), a process for creating complex ICs by designing semiconductor chips.
7 January 2025

HTML, CSS, and you: 5 YouTube channels to learn hands-on web development

If you’ve been thinking of building beautiful websites, all you need is a bit of HTML and CSS. And, of course, the right instructions to guide you along the way. Here are some YouTube channels with which you can learn hands-on web development, from the comfort of your own home.
7 January 2025

City Bank data breach: Client financial statements sold on underground forums

In a recent cybersecurity breach, City Bank in Bangladesh has had sensitive client financial statements exposed and sold on underground hacking forums, according to a recent blog post by the Bangladesh Cyber Security Intelligence (BCSI).
6 January 2025

Tablet or laptop: Which one should you buy?

For many, the decision between a tablet or a laptop depends on budget and daily usage needs. Both devices offer unique benefits, and understanding how each aligns with your lifestyle can help you make an informed choice.
6 January 2025

Italy close to $1.5 billion deal with Elon Musk’s SpaceX: report

Italy is nearing a €1.5 billion ($1.55 billion) deal with Elon Musk’s SpaceX to provide secure communications for its government, as per a recent report by Bloomberg News. The proposed five-year agreement, which still needs final approval, has already been endorsed by Italy’s Intelligence Services and Defence Ministry.
6 January 2025

We got our hands on the best budget drone yet. Meet the DJI Neo

We recently got ourselves one and after putting the Neo through its paces, here’s a detailed look at its design, features, and performance.
5 January 2025

This bulb has been burning for over 123 years

Known as the Centennial Light, this carbon-filament bulb has been glowing since 1901, earning it the title of the world’s longest-burning light bulb, recognised by Guinness World Records.
5 January 2025

Jobs of the week

Here are our picks for jobs of the week. Check out the article for more details.
5 January 2025

AI may be able to 'taste' colours: study finds

A recent study suggests that artificial intelligence (AI) models, like OpenAI's ChatGPT, might be capable of 'tasting' colours and shapes in ways similar to how humans do.
4 January 2025

Apple to settle Siri lawsuit for $95 million

Apple has agreed to a $95 million settlement to resolve claims that its Siri voice assistant unlawfully recorded private conversations and shared them with third parties.
4 January 2025

China unveils high-speed train capable of 450 km/h

China has recently introduced the prototype of its next-generation high-speed train, the CR450, which is capable of reaching 450 kilometres per hour.
4 January 2025

GTA 6 and other game releases to look out for in 2025

The gaming industry is gearing up for an eventful 2025, with a slate of highly anticipated titles set to launch across various platforms. Here’s a look at some of the standout releases:
4 January 2025

Google pays Canada media Can$100 million to use its content

Google and Meta, which together control about 80 percent of all advertising revenue in Canada, had been accused of draining cash away from traditional news organizations while using news content for free.
4 January 2025

Pro-uprising activists, journalists targeted in Facebook hacking spree

Several Facebook accounts with large followings have been deleted or compromised by an identified group of hackers in Bangladesh.
3 January 2025

How to apply for Thailand e-visa

The Thai Embassy in Dhaka has officially launched e-visa services for ordinary passport holders in Bangladesh, starting from 2 January 2025. Here are the steps to get a Thailand e-visa:
2 January 2025

With hard copies delayed, NCTB textbooks now available online

The National Curriculum and Textbook Board (NCTB) has launched digital versions of its primary and secondary textbooks online. The digital rollout comes as a response to setbacks in the delivery of hard copy books, which are still in the process of being printed and distributed.
2 January 2025
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