Interactive Cares receives $100k grant from Open Campus Accelerator

Bangladeshi edtech startup Interactive Cares has been awarded a $100,000 grant from Open Campus Accelerator, an international accelerator program focused on edtech companies. According to Interactive Cares, the non-dilutive grant funding will allow the company to further develop its artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain-powered solutions and programs for employability training and career upskilling. The company has so far…

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Uber and BRTA partners to promote road safety

Uber and Bangladesh Road Transport Authority (BRTA) have recently partnered to enhance awareness regarding road safety. As per a press release, Uber will support the regulatory body’s ongoing campaign and enforcement drive on vehicles for overspeeding through their app. The press release further states that the BRTA’s circle office assistant directors (engineer) will conduct daily…

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Oppo A60 launched in Bangladesh

Oppo has recently launched their latest smartphone, A60, in Bangladesh. The phone features a 7.68 mm design, 5000 mAh battery, and 45 W SUPERVOOC charging support. Oppo A60 comes with 8 GB RAM with 8 GB expandable and support for up to 1 TB SD card. It also features IP54 safety certification, a 950-nit display with…

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TikTok begins advertising in Bangladesh

TikTok has launched advertising options in Bangladesh, selecting Aleph as its regional sales partner. This partnership marks TikTok’s entry into the Bangladesh advertisement market with targeted advertising solutions aimed at leveraging the platform’s extensive user base. Aleph, recognised globally for facilitating digital advertising, will employ TikTok’s specialised tools to execute effective advertising campaigns tailored to…

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OpenAI launches GPT-4o, a free for all, faster GPT model

OpenAI has introduced GPT-4o, an updated version of its GPT-4 model. The new model, where “o” signifies “omni,” integrates abilities to process text, speech, and video, enhancing interaction across various platforms. The rollout of GPT-4o will occur iteratively across OpenAI’s range of products, promising substantial enhancements in user interaction. According to OpenAI CTO Mira Murati,…

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In a world of rising Islamophobia, some countries seek refuge in denial

In recent history, divisive rhetoric and misrepresentation have been stigmatising Muslim communities worldwide since the dawn of the 9/11 attacks and the subsequent “War on Terror” – the global military campaign initiated by the United States. In the virtual space, online hate speech fueled real-life violence against Muslims across the world. From the genocide against…

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