Science and Tech
AI training centres to be set up in every upazila: Minister
The government plans to establish artificial intelligence training centres in every upazila across the country, Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology Minister Fakir Mahbub Anam has announced. Additionally, a major announcement regarding the telecom sector is expected in the upcoming budget, Prime Minister's Adviser Rehan Asif Asad told a seminar on Saturday, May 16.
Govt plans to bring online gaming under tax net
The government is planning to bring online gaming under the tax net to boost revenue and formalise the digital economy, NBR officials have said.
Legal notice served seeking ban on social media use for children under 16
A legal notice has been served seeking a ban on the use of social media platforms, including Facebook and TikTok, for children under the age of 16, alongside stronger regulatory measures to curb the misuse of digital platforms in Bangladesh.
Ruppur nuclear plant fuel loading explained: process, purpose
A new chapter in Bangladesh's nuclear history has begun today. 'Fuel loading'—that is, the process of inserting nuclear fuel uranium into the reactor—has officially begun in the first unit of the Ruppur Nuclear Power Plant. Through this, Bangladesh has made its name as the 33rd country using nuclear energy in the world.
Chinese scientists discover rare mineral on Moon
Chinese scientists have identified a previously unknown mineral on the Moon, a breakthrough researchers say could have significant implications for next-generation LED technology.
Three Bangladeshis in groundbreaking research on rapid disease detection using light technology
Three young Bangladeshi researchers are working on a new method to detect chronic diseases such as cancer and diabetes at an early stage using advanced light technology. The research is being conducted in collaboration with international partners, including Lamar University in Texas, with key contributions from S M Rakibul Islam, Mohammad Rubayet Islam and Mohammad Sabuj Mia.
Who is John Ternus, Apple's new CEO?
Apple on Monday named insider John Ternus as its next CEO, tasking the longtime hardware chief with steering the company after Tim Cook as the iPhone maker prepares for industrywide shifts driven by artificial intelligence.
Earth looks like an isolated ‘lifeboat’: Artemis-2 astronauts
NASA’s Artemis-2 astronauts have described Earth as a fragile, isolated “lifeboat” in space, reflecting on a landmark mission that took humans around the Moon for the first time in more than five decades.
Meta rolls out comment editing feature on Instagram
Meta has introduced a new feature on Instagram that allows users to edit their comments after posting, enhancing flexibility and user control on the platform.
Internet slowdown for 3 days from Thursday for cable maintenance
Internet services across the country may experience slowdowns for the next three days as maintenance and repair work begins on the country's second submarine cable, Sea Me We 5. Partial disruptions may also occur during this period, said Bangladesh Submarine Cables Company Limited (BSCCL), which expressed regret for the temporary inconvenience.