5G for Bangladesh: Navigating between high hopes and hard realities
As Bangladesh enthusiastically gears up for the advent of 5G technology, a centrepiece of its Vision Smart Bangladesh 2041, the mood is a mix of optimism and caution. The transition to 5G is not just an upgrade in telecommunications; it represents a significant technological leap. This leap, however, is fraught with complexities that demand a thorough, objective examination.
17 February 2024, 18:00 PM
Next Step / Women's empowerment and equality in the digital space
The Daily Star recently had a conversation with Sajjab Hasib, Chief Marketing Officer at Grameenphone on gender equality, the empowerment of women, and how these factors influence the telecom industry.
24 August 2023, 10:52 AM
Bytes / Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: The ultimate ultra
Samsung's latest flagship, the Galaxy S23 Ultra, takes centre stage as a powerful contender in the smartphone market. While some might argue that the design changes are subtle and the price tag is on the higher side, there's no denying that this device excels in certain key areas, especially when it comes to photography.
28 July 2023, 04:00 AM
Editor's Note / Embracing the inevitable
And thus, we invite our readers to embark on the next exhilarating journey with Tech & Startup!
28 July 2023, 03:15 AM
Hackers feast on government sites
With the general election around the corner, data leaks and cyberattacks have intensified alarmingly, with the latest being a suspected leak of five crore citizens’ data from the Office of the Registrar General, Birth & Death Registration (BDRIS).
8 July 2023, 18:00 PM
Over 5 crore Bangladeshi citizens' data 'remains exposed' online
8 July 2023, 05:56 AM
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Bytes / Samsung Galaxy A54: The newest A Game in town
The Samsung Galaxy A54 stands tall as a formidable mid-range smartphone that strikes a balance between elegant design, reliable performance, and exceptional camera capabilities.
23 June 2023, 03:40 AM
Finova Group keen to invest in Bangladesh
Ricardo Jr Portabella, executive director and chairman of Finova Group, talked about his visit to Bangladesh and its investment plans in the country during an exclusive interview with The Daily Star. He also shed light on Finova’s background, services, and unique investment approach.
22 June 2023, 04:13 AM
THE STORY OF EDUTUBE
There are multiple EdTech startups that have amassed quite a bit of popularity in Bangladesh. Edutube is certainly one of the underrated top few.
13 April 2017, 18:00 PM
Thinnest laptops in town right now
Laptops are going thin physically. If you think this relentless pursuit for a slimmer look can be counterproductive, then you are probably sort of right. It is however true that, over the period of time even the most mainstream gaming laptops have shrunk exponentially. So, after talking to the local vendors of every major laptop brand, we’ve gathered up the thinnest laptops you can buy in Bangladesh right now. Warning! Most of the laptops come with a hefty price-tag.
9 April 2017, 18:00 PM
Top 7 laptops for students
These days’ laptops are sort of essential companion of students
26 March 2017, 18:00 PM
Huawei GR5 2017
Midrange phones are always the hottest segment in the market. Most of the top OEMs are fighting to reign in this segment. This war just heated up a notch couple week's back when Huawei launched the GR5 2017 Edition. The USP Huawei is going for is Dual Rear Camera, very similar to the much acclaimed Huawei P9. Is it just a marketing gimmick or does it actually work? You are about to find out.
18 December 2016, 18:00 PM
Seven best camera smartphones on a budget
Did you know that seven out of ten Bangladeshis, while buying a smartphone, prefer one with a better camera than a bigger battery?
4 December 2016, 18:00 PM
Top 5 Uber alternatives in Bangladesh
Ride-hailing service Uber is the talk of the town now. Although this very concept of 'Uberisation' is new in Bangladesh, Uber isn't
27 November 2016, 18:00 PM
Top 5 Uber alternatives in Bangladesh
Ride-hailing service Uber is the talk of the town now. Although this very concept of 'Uberisation' is new in Bangladesh, Uber isn't the first or only ride-hailing service operating in the country. In the last couple of years, we have seen a significant number of local startups (some backed by foreign VCs) getting into the ride-hailing business. Some of these services are very good, providing premium ride quality and levels of service. Others are not so great, but get the job done somewhat. Here are some of the few that caught our attention:
27 November 2016, 18:00 PM
How data-science rocked the US elections
11/9. It was an average morning. Most Bangladeshis woke up getting ready for the busy day ahead. And that is when the news broke. Donald J. Trump, the presidential candidate of the Republican Party, was leading the polls. Slowly and steadily, as they day went by, it was increasingly clear that he is going to be the next leader of the free world (!). Countering all major forecasts, Trump aced in states that most media thought would be inclined towards Hilary. So, what went wrong? Did the number crunchers get the data wrong? Or was it there all along… but they failed to see it.
13 November 2016, 18:00 PM
Bikroy: More than an online classifieds site
Bikroy.com, Bangladesh's one of the most popular online classified site, has been operating in Bangladesh for the last four years and already it has been become a buzzword amongst urbanites. We talked with Misha Ali, Director Marketing of Bikroy. This UPenn grad talks about how online classifieds have been shaping in Bangladesh and what bikroy has to offer for the mass. Here's the gist:
30 October 2016, 18:00 PM
Field Buzz named champion of Seedstars Dhaka 2016
When we talk about startups and co-founders, we usually think about Mark Zuckerberg, Larry Page, Elon Musk, or even Jack Ma. But today, I am going to tell you a different story—the story of Habib, Mamun, Siffat and Ayman. Who are they? They are the winners of the Dhaka round of Seedstars World.
27 October 2016, 18:00 PM
Edison's Helio S2
After laying low for a while, Edison group finally is pacing things up with their premium line of smartphones- Helio.
9 October 2016, 18:00 PM
ASUS Zenfone Max
Buying a smartphone can be a gruesome task now these days. Whenever someone asks me which phone they should
21 August 2016, 18:00 PM
Slush Global Impact Accelerator comes to Bangladesh
For the first time ever, Bangladesh will be part of Europe's largest startup and technology event.
4 August 2016, 18:00 PM
Negotiating salary: 3 pro tips [INFOGRAPHIC]
Whether you're starting your fab new job or just aiming for a promotion, you should be negotiating to get what you deserve.
21 July 2016, 18:00 PM
PayPal prepping for Bangladesh launch
PayPal, world's most popular online money transfer service, is finally opening its door for Bangladesh. Recently the Dider Md. Abdur
17 July 2016, 18:00 PM
Walton Primo ZX2 Lite
The phone comes with a gorgeous 6-inch display. The 1920X1080 display supports 10-finger multi-touch and is protected by 4th
17 July 2016, 18:00 PM
Top 4 reasons why Bangladeshi startups fail [INFOGRAPHIC]
Just as there is no one path that guarantees success, there is not one single mistake that will doom a startup to failure
16 June 2016, 18:00 PM
Symphony Xplorer H300
Symphony's H300 does not at all look like any of the H series phone we have encountered before. It has a lean metal wrapped around
12 June 2016, 18:00 PM
Is the job right for you? [INFOGRAPHIC]
Pay is important, but certainly not as important as the job title that you are working for.
26 May 2016, 18:00 PM
Abdul Monem Ltd. honoured with the President's Industrial Award
12 industrial entrepreneurs under five categories have been selected and awarded with the President's Industrial Award by the Abdul Hamid, Honourable President of the People's Republic of Bangladesh, in an event held on March 30, 2016.
26 May 2016, 18:00 PM