Why the culture of glorifying over-work needs to stop
The glorification of overworking and the expectation to stay late in the office have become long-ingrained in the corporate culture of many countries, including Bangladesh. But in this modern age, while many countries across the world are doing away with this culture, staying late is still often seen as a sign of dedication and hard work in Bangladesh.
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How to effectively deal with job searching fatigue
Application fatigue sets in when the initial enthusiasm for job searching gives way to the despair of repeated rejections. This emotional toll not only saps one's energy but can also lead to a reluctance to apply for new positions, for fear of facing further disappointment.
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Beyond RMGs: Why Bangladesh is emerging as Asia’s next startup hotspot
For decades, headlines surrounding Bangladesh have largely focused on its challenges: poverty, natural disasters, and the struggles of a developing economy. While these realities remain, a new narrative is quietly unfolding, driven by resilience, innovation, and an economic trajectory that has surprised many.
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Startups are fuelling the Bangladesh of the future
Bangladesh’s tech startup ecosystem is navigating through an era of unparalleled growth and innovation, underpinned by robust economic fundamentals, a tech-savvy youthful population, and proactive government policies. The year 2023 has marked a significant stride in this journey, showcasing the resilience and dynamism of Bangladeshi startups amidst global economic uncertainties.
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Startups defied economic downturn in 2023: study
The startup ecosystem in Bangladesh showcased a notable degree of resilience and adaptability in 2023, when economic uncertainty stemming from geopolitical tensions spread worldwide.
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Who watches the watchmen?
The meek responses to cyberattacks showcase how authorities fail to comprehend the dangers of these security breaches.
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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).
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Over 5 crore Bangladeshi citizens' data 'remains exposed' online
The leaked data includes names, birth dates, and National Identification (NID) numbers of over 50 million users which is alledgedly easily accessible through a simple Google search
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September 24, 2021
The future is now, old man!
The future is upon us. I mean, soon, as everything looks almost set for us to step into the EV era. So, this week, we explore where our electric future stands.
September 10, 2021
Time to get back in the world
This new normal is here to stay, that much we know for sure. But as the world around us slowly starts to open up following mass vaccination drives and whatnot, it’s time to prepare ourselves to get back into the world. We, as much as you lot, missed
September 3, 2021
All about living the good life
In the constantly shifting digital world, it gets tough to keep track of what’s new on the market every now and then. But as brands race each other to grab your attention, we are here to streamline that process for you.
August 30, 2021
At long last, a ‘Foundation’
Originally published as a series of short stories in the 1940s, the Foundation series—expanded later with a string of prequels and sequels—became Asimov’s greatest contribution to the genre and remains, to this day, one of the greatest reads for any SF connoisseur.
August 22, 2021
Do users really need those?
Social media users are seemingly sceptical of the government’s move to introduce home-grown alternatives to Facebook, WhatsApp and other digital platforms.
August 20, 2021
Twitter launches new tools to report covid misinformation
Users will be able to report misinformation in the same way that they can report harassment or other harmful content, starting today, via the dropdown menu at the top right of every tweet.
August 13, 2021
Gender gap in mobile phone usage remains to be closed, study finds
GSMA, an industry organisation that represents the interests of mobile network operators worldwide has recently published a report on the gender gap in mobile use.
August 6, 2021
A very different beginning
As I write this note, I have lost count of how many days it has been since we’ve resorted to home-office. It takes a toll on your mental health, and I can’t begin to imagine what a different world it must be for those who are just beginning their careers.
July 28, 2021
Jamuna’s investment in Evaly: What does it actually mean?
Since yesterday, one of the most talked-about topics in Bangladeshi social media is industrial conglomerate Jamuna Group’s announcement of investing up to Tk 1,000 crore in the e-commerce platform Evaly. The sheer figure astounded many as it is the largest amount of investment the country has ever seen in its e-commerce industry. Initially, Jamuna Group will invest Tk 200 crore, and the rest in phases.
July 2, 2021
Facebook gets into the newsletter game with ‘Bulletin’
With a new service called Bulletin, Facebook is getting into the subscription newsletter business, allowing writers to create free and paid newsletters that can be shared across
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