ICT Division launches ‘Bangabandhu Innovation Grant 2020’

The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Division has launched an event titled “Bangabandhu Innovation Grant 2020 (BIG)”, marking the birth centenary of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
25 November 2020, 15:23 PM

Money management basics for Gen Z

Born between 1995-2010, Gen Z (also known as “internet generation” or “Post Millennials”) are now in grad school, college or have just entered the workforce.
19 November 2020, 18:00 PM

Coursera builds online education in Bangladesh

With 482,000 learners, Bangladesh is in the top ten countries in APAC for Coursera, and the registered learner base is growing at 196% year-on-year.
19 November 2020, 18:00 PM

Twitter names famed hacker 'Mudge' as head of security

Social media giant Twitter TWTR.N Inc, under increased threat of regulation and plagued by serious security breaches, is appointing one of the world's best-regarded hackers to tackle everything from engineering missteps to misinformation.
17 November 2020, 09:22 AM

Want to beat the crowd? Upgrade your emotional intelligence

In modern-day and age, emotional intelligence is more valued than any other form of intelligence. For the development of interpersonal relationships between peers, colleagues and even friends and family,
12 November 2020, 18:00 PM

Top 5 under 15: The best budget smartwatch and bands you can buy now

Gaining its popularity in late 2018, Amazfit has spawned one great wearable after another in the last couple of years. And GTR is one of its most
12 November 2020, 18:00 PM

Customers offered discounts of up to 50 percent on Walton TVs

Electronics giant Walton has launched a digital campaign with guaranteed cash discounts of up to 50 percent on the purchase of any model of LED and Smart TVs.
8 November 2020, 14:08 PM

WhatsApp launches payment service in India

WhatsApp today announced it is starting its own payment services across India.
6 November 2020, 06:44 AM

Are we ready for virtual reality in corporate training?

Corporate training and development programs have long followed traditional paths, generally with some combination of written materials, videos, e-learning courses, in-classroom workshops, and hands-on observation of an instructor.
5 November 2020, 18:00 PM

Four educational apps to provide the best of remote learning

Make yourself a little better every day. Utilize these excellent apps to upgrade different skill sets and learn about various subjects from the comfort of your home.
29 October 2020, 18:00 PM

ToguMogu: App for hacking your way to better parenting

Bangladesh is home to over 160 million people. More than 64 million children make up around 40% of the population.
29 October 2020, 18:00 PM

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G now available with a significant discount

With a precision-crafted hinge that transforms the cutting-edge smartphone into something much more, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G is now available at a discounted price.
29 October 2020, 11:10 AM

5 important steps to take before starting your start-up

Deciding to embark on an entrepreneurial journey is always intimidating. There is no guarantee of success, and no way to be ready for all the obstacles you’ll face along the way.
22 October 2020, 18:00 PM

For coffee lovers on a budget: Miyako CM-1286

As much we coffeeholics love the aroma of a freshly made shot of espresso, we all have to admit — it is an expensive taste. A single shot from any decent coffee shop will set you back from anywhere from BDT80 to BDT180, totaling to a whopping BDT2400 to BDT5400 a month if you drink it every single day.
22 October 2020, 18:00 PM

Nokia selected by NASA to build first mobile network on the moon

Struggling to get a phone signal at home on planet Earth? Perhaps you'll have better luck on the moon.
19 October 2020, 16:09 PM

realme 7 Pro brings 65W SuperDart Charging to the market

Smartphone manufacturer realme have brought what they claim to be the fastest charging smartphone in the market – realme 7 Pro – to Bangladesh. The device blurs the line between flagships and mid-rangers and gives more priority to the user experience.
19 October 2020, 05:45 AM

Coursera ramps up online learning features for students

Coursera, one of the world’s leading online learning platforms, today announced free versions of Coursera for Campus and upgraded features to address the critical and long-term needs of higher education in Bangladesh and the rest of the world.
18 October 2020, 09:27 AM

The Bossman: The award

The Bossman: The Award
15 October 2020, 18:00 PM

Blockchain in energising the economy during and after Covid-19

As Covid-19 ravaged the livelihoods of the country’s poor, restarting the economy became an imperative for the Bangladesh government with a projected decline of 3.0 percent GDP growth in the financial year 2020. Now, the question is--how to rebuild the economy while saving lives.
15 October 2020, 18:00 PM

Apple shares plummet following 5G-capable iPhone 12 launch

US technology giant Apple saw a 4 percent slide downward -- effectively wiping out $81 billion in market value -- following the launch of the 5G capable iPhone 12 line-up on Tuesday.
14 October 2020, 10:52 AM