Participated for the first time in the ‘International Blockchain Olympiad Award (IBCOL) 2020’ competition, two Bangladeshi teams won two out of six main awards. President of Hong Kong Blockchain Society Dr Lawrence Ma and other dignitaries declared the names of the winning teams – Team Digital Innovation for IBCOL 2020 Silver Medal
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TransferWise sets to launch an investments feature
A London-based online money transfer service startup company TransferWise has obtained a license from the U.K. markets watchdog to offer retail investment services to clients. Started in 2010 as a means of sending money internationally online, TransferWise in 2018 made a deeper push into banking by offering a “borderless” multi-currency account tied to a
ZKTeco brings touchless temperature detection module
TDM95E is a USB Module used for Temperature Detection, applicable to both T&A and A&C devices of ZKTeco. Coronavirus pandemic recently prompted workplaces to implement innovative forms of tracking and managing staff and visitors. To cater to the growing demand of these products and to ensure innovative touch-less way of controlling entry-exit
Huawei endows the digital adaptability of students
Huawei Bangladesh has partnered with Bijoy Digital to provide digital solutions to T&T High schools across Bangladesh to facilitate distance learning. ‘Bridging the Digital Education Divide to Reduce the Gap’ – the project formed under the partnership will aid Huawei smart devices along with Bijoy Digital App and connectivity to
Connect more with friends in a fun way with Viber’s Good Vibes Bot
The in-app bot lets you play games and earn rewards Rakuten Viber, one of the world’s biggest communications platforms, is launching its brand-new Good Vibes Bot (To access the Good Vibes Bot: https://vb.me/goodvibes_bot_vxzy), an entertainment bot that people can access within their app. With cool games and the chance to earn
Xiaomi launches Redmi 9 in Bangladesh
Reinvents the entry-level smartphone experience with versatile camera capabilities and exceptional performance. Global technology leader Xiaomi on July 7 launches Redmi 9 in Bangladesh. The brand-new entry-level smartphone touts major upgrades from its predecessor, including an all-purpose AI quad-camera set up, 6.53’’ FHD+ Dot Drop display, powerful chipset and edgy design. Ziauddin
Uber introduces ‘Rentals’ service in Bangladesh
Uber Rentals provides a personalized rider experience with affordable multi-hour, multi-stop options Uber’s new service now live in Dhaka; prices start at BDT 899 for a 2 hour/ 20 km package Strict safety guidelines and best hygiene standards observed in all Uber cars Uber on July 7 became the first
AIUB enables virtual classrooms with Microsoft
As schools around the world respond to COVID-19, the need for remote learning tools has never been more urgent. American International University Bangladesh (AIUB), one of the leading private universities in the country is enabling virtual learning for 13,000 students with Microsoft 365 Education, which provides a customized hub for
“Path to Apple Card” helps improve card worthiness
Apple is launching a “Path to Apple Card” program intended to help declined Apple Card applicants improve their credit worthiness, according to reports. The program will start popping up as an optional method for those who want to get an Apple Card but didn’t have the required credit score. Then, they can choose to