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Why have pagers become relevant?
Recently, pagers have reached the headlines around the globe as hundreds of pagers used by Hezbollah members exploded across Lebanon, killing at least nine people and wounding around 2,800 in blasts.
Earth to get a temporary 'mini-moon' from September 29
Starting September 29, Earth will welcome a new celestial neighbour: a 'mini-moon' named 2024 PT5. This small asteroid, roughly 10 meters (32 feet) in diameter, is expected to loop around our planet until November 25 before breaking free from its gravitational embrace.
Generative AI uses 30 times more energy than search engines: research
Sasha Luccioni, a prominent researcher recognised by Time magazine as one of the top 100 influential figures in AI, has recently raised concerns about the massive energy consumption of AI, especially generative models like ChatGPT and Midjourney. According to her research, these types of AI use much more energy than traditional search engines—up to 30 times more—because they don’t just pull up information; they create new content based on user input.
Google wins EU antitrust case, overturns $1.7 bln fine
Google secured a victory on Wednesday by overturning a 1.49 billion euro ($1.7 billion) antitrust fine imposed by the European Union (EU).
Sony chooses AMD over Intel for PS6 chip contract : Report
Intel has lost a contract to design and fabricate the chip for Sony's upcoming PlayStation 6, according to a recent report by Reuters.
Press Release / BetterStories hosts networking event for local entrepreneurs
BetterStories Limited has recently hosted an in-person networking event named "Meet the Bangladesh startup ecosystem", which took place on September 17, 2024, at the BetterStories Headquarters in Dhaka.
Network detection and response in enterprise cybersecurity
A single breach can lead to disastrous outcomes, causing financial loss, reputational damage, and operational disruption. This risk means businesses need to adopt more effective threat response mechanisms to defend against the evolving threat landscape.
Bangladeshi robotics team faces visa denial ahead of FIRST Global Challenge in Greece
The visa applications of the Bangladesh robotics team, set to represent the country at the FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Global Challenge 2024 in Athens, Greece, has been denied according to an official letter by The Embassy of Greece in the New Delhi Consular Office.
Instagram launches “Teen Accounts”
Instagram is rolling out a new account type for users under 18, introducing "Teen Accounts" to enhance protections for young people, according to a recent blog post by the company.
Italy tests AI in schools to tackle EU digital skills gap
Italy is introducing an educational experiment by introducing artificial intelligence (AI) into its schools, as per a new program introduced by the Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
Microsoft launches $60 bln share buyback program
Microsoft recently announced that its board has approved a new share buyback program valued at up to $60 billion. In addition, the company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.83 per share, marking a 10% increase over the previous quarter’s dividend.
Amazon enforces five-day workweek for employees
Amazon has announced a new policy that will require employees to be physically present at the office five days a week starting next year, toughening its previous three-day office mandate. Additionally, Amazon is ending a program that previously allowed employees to work from anywhere for up to four months each year.
Flappy Bird is making a comeback
Flappy Bird, the iconic mobile game that once took the world by storm, is set to return in 2025, according to a group calling themselves “The Flappy Bird Foundation Group”.
New Swiss supercomputer ranked sixth most powerful in the world
Switzerland has recently unveiled the country's new supercomputer, ‘Alps’, which has already been ranked as the sixth most powerful supercomputer in the world. The supercomputer, which was only 60% operational when the 'Top 500' global supercomputer rankings were published this June, is expected to rise in rank once fully functional.
Public contents on Facebook, Instagram in UK to be used to train AI: Meta
Meta Platforms is set to resume training its artificial intelligence (AI) models using public content shared by adult users on Facebook and Instagram in the UK, according to a recent blog post by the company.
Brazil lifts Starlink account freeze after $3.3 mln transfer
Brazil’s Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes has lifted the freeze on the bank accounts of Starlink, the satellite internet service owned by Elon Musk, following the transfer of 18.35 million reais ($3.3 million) to the Brazilian government.
Can Bangladesh leverage AI for inclusive growth?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force in the global economy, positioning itself as a cornerstone of the fourth industrial revolution.
White House launches task force to address AI infrastructure and power needs
The White House has announced the formation of a new task force to tackle the growing infrastructure demands of artificial intelligence (AI) following a high-level meeting between U.S. officials and top executives from technology and power companies.