OpenAI adds two cheaper GPT-6 models to its lineup
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19-year-old Bangladeshi researcher wins award at World Water Challenge 2026
22 September 2026
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OpenAI says internal model solved over 100 open maths problems
22 September 2026
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Next Step / How to make LinkedIn work for you before graduation
22 September 2026
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OpenAI and Anthropic press Australia to soften AI copyright ban
22 September 2026
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Google launches Googlebook, premium Android laptop built around Gemini
22 September 2026
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MUN alert: How to report a missing child
21 September 2026
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NASA develops new method to track shifts in Earth’s centre of mass
21 September 2026
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Hacker group claims to have hijacked rival gang's website
21 September 2026
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Mobile phone use reaches 89.6% in Bangladesh: BBS
20 September 2026
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Meta reports strong Q2 results, highlights AI and user growth
According to a recent post by CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Meta AI is projected to become the most widely used AI assistant by the end of the year.
1 August 2024
OpenAI's ChatGPT introduces advanced voice mode
The new feature, released a few days ago, demonstrates the AI's capabilities in singing, accent imitation, language pronunciation correction, and narrative storytelling.
1 August 2024
E-commerce sector stares at BDT 1700cr loss: ECAB
The E-Commerce Association of Bangladesh (E-CAB) has reported significant financial losses in the country's e-commerce sector due to recent internet and Facebook shutdowns.
1 August 2024
Fiverr pays tribute to Mir Mugdho
Mugdho was killed during the quota reform protest in Uttara on 18 July.
31 July 2024
How the 2024 Olympics broadcasting is using AI
US broadcasting of the 2024 Paris Olympics is set to be a showcase of generative AI, stemming from AI-enhanced Google Maps images to AI-generated broadcasting voice. However, the European audiences aren't going to have a similar experience. Let's take a look at how this year's Olympics broadcast in the US and Europe is embracing, or not embracing, the use of generative AI.
30 July 2024
OpenAI launches SearchGPT, its own search engine
Unlike traditional search engines, SearchGPT not only retrieves data but also organises and summarises it for the user.
27 July 2024
Your guide to safe and effective social media activism
The rise of social media has transformed the landscape of activism.
27 July 2024
Are your messenger chats secure?
Here's what you need to know about end-to-end encryption on Messenger.
26 July 2024
Internet blackout: Freelancers in trouble
Internet blackout lands freelancers in trouble.
24 July 2024
The spread of misinformation: Navigating the digital minefield during protests
As student protests and violent clashes continue to erupt in Dhaka, the spread of misinformation has become a significant concern, exacerbating tensions and fueling unrest. The digital age has made it easier than ever for false information to circulate rapidly, creating confusion and escalating conflicts.
18 July 2024
Palak blames social media for student deaths
State Minister for Posts, Telecommunications, and Information Technology, Zunaid Ahmed Palak, has attributed the deaths of several students in clashes related to the ongoing quota reform movement to misinformation spread on social media platforms, particularly Facebook.
18 July 2024
Right to access the internet is a human right
A world without internet is unimaginable in this age and time.
18 July 2024
Top alternatives to Facebook in 2024
With growing concerns over privacy and a desire for a different social media experience, many users are seeking alternatives to Facebook. Here are some of the best options available in 2024.
18 July 2024
4 ways to stay online during an internet outage
Mobile data internet services across Bangladesh is reportedly experiencing a widespread outage, as per reports.
18 July 2024
Mobile data disruptions continue for second day in Dhaka
From Wednesday afternoon, users across nearly all mobile operators in Bangladesh have faced problems logging in, posting messages, or sharing photos on Facebook and Messenger.
17 July 2024
Facebook inaccessible for many on mobile data
Since around 10 PM on Tuesday, users across the country have reported difficulties accessing Facebook through mobile internet.
16 July 2024
Social media platforms to face action if misinformation continues, warns Palak
Zunaid Ahmed Palak, the Minister of State for Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology of Bangladesh, has recently announced that the government will take stringent measures against social media platforms like Facebook and YouTube if they fail to cooperate in curbing misinformation and rumours.
16 July 2024
Honda SP160 launched in Bangladesh
Honda has recently launched the SP160 in Bangladesh, following the introduction of Honda SP125 last year. The 163-cc bike features a BS-VI PGM-FI engine and a full digital metre with anti-lock braking system (ABS) indicator, among other features.
14 July 2024
Fake product, fake ads, fake newspapers: The Optimax scam
In Bangladesh, the product Optimax was promoted through counterfeit pages mimicking the daily Prothom Alo, featuring fake interviews with "prominent" Bangladeshi professionals.
13 July 2024
YouTube profits from misinformation videos in Bangladesh, study finds
A recent study by Dismislab, Digitally Right’s disinformation research unit has identified 700 unique Bangla misinformation videos on YouTube that were fact-checked by independent organisations and still present on the platform as of March 2024. The study revealed that about 30% of these misinformation videos, excluding Shorts, displayed advertisements, thus generating profit for YouTube and posing a reputational risks for advertisers.
12 July 2024