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Saturday, 18 January, 2025

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Oligarchy of ultra-rich taking shape in US: Biden

Outgoing US President Joe Biden warned of a dangerous oligarchy taking shape in America, as he delivered his farewell address and brought a decades-long career in politics to an end. Today, an oligarchy is taking shape in America of extreme wealth, power and influence that really threatens our...

Iran adds 1,000 high-tech drones to combat fleet

Irans Army has reinforced its combat forces by incorporating 1,000 state-of-the-art drones, designed for strategic missions and long-range operations. On Monday morning, 1,000 strategic drones with advanced anti-fortification and stealth capabilities were added to the combat organization of the...

US opens investigation into Tesla's 'Smart Summon' driverless technology

U.S. safety regulators have started investigating a Tesla feature that lets drivers summon their parked cars without being inside, after several accidents were reported linked to the technology. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Tesla cars using the Actual Smart Summon mode...

China’s ‘metal storm’ weapon can fire millions of rounds per minute, scientists claim

Chinese scientists are developing a machine gun capable of firing bullets at an unprecedented ratepotentially the fastest in history. The weapon, which is described as a metal storm, consists of five or more barrels, each capable of firing 450,000 rounds per minute. The resulting barrage has an...

Wall Street ends sharply higher with assist from tech

U.S. stocks rebounded on Friday as investors neared the end of a holiday-shortened week that also rang in a new year, which brought with it expectations of additional Federal Reserve rate cuts and looser regulatory policies from the incoming administration. A broad rally sent all three major...

Samsung introduces ‘Eclipsa Audio’ 3D technology for 2025 TVs, soundbars

Samsung Electronics, in collaboration with Google, has unveiled Eclipsa Audio, a groundbreaking 3D audio technology designed to redefine home entertainment. This innovative technology will be featured across Samsungs 2025 TV and soundbar lineup, including models from the Crystal UHD series to the...

Indonesia’s Apple and Google bans frustrate country’s tech fans

The Indonesian government banned sales of the iPhone 16 and the Google Pixel in late October, citing the tech giants failure to comply with the countrys Tingkat Komponen Dalam Negeri or TKDN policy, which requires phones to source at least 40 percent of their parts locally. Winston is a...

Trump sides with Musk in H-1B visa debate amid rift with supporters

President-elect Donald Trump on Saturday sided with key supporter and billionaire tech CEO Elon Musk in a public dispute over the use of the H-1B visa, saying he fully backs the program for foreign tech workers opposed by some of his supporters. Trumps remarks followed a series of social media...

ICT appeared as most corrupt sector in AL regime: White Paper

ICT during Awami League (AL) government appeared as the most corruption-ravaged sector as the fascist regime engaged it taking on enormous development projects worth tens of thousands of taka which ultimately become unfruitful. The then AL government, immediately after assuming office in 2009,...

Scientists unveil solar-powered method to convert saline water into drinkable

A team of researchers has introduced a revolutionary method for transforming salt water into fresh and drinkable water, offering a potential breakthrough in tackling the global water scarcity crisis. This innovative technique, which harnesses solar energy, is not only more efficient but also more...

Trump's team reaches out to tech giants on online drug sales

President-elect Donald Trumps transition team has extended an invitation to five major tech companies, including Google (GOOGL.O), opens new tab, Microsoft (MSFT.O), opens new tab and Meta Platforms (META.O), opens new tab to a meeting in mid-December about dealing with online sales of drugs, the...

Thermal batteries: A game-changer for renewable energy storage

Thermal batteries are emerging as a promising alternative to lithium-ion technology, offering a cheaper and scalable solution for renewable energy storage. These batteries could revolutionize industries like steel, cement, and chemical manufacturing by storing and releasing energy efficiently....

China imposes ban on export of key tech materials to the US

China has implemented a ban on the export of key materials crucial for producing a wide range of advanced products, including smartphones, electric vehicles, radar systems, and CT scanners. This action is seen as a retaliatory measure against the United States expanded export controls targeting...

Saudi Arabia turns to tech to transform desert

Saudi Arabia is channeling investments into green innovation to transform its desert landscapes. However, allegations of greenwashing underscore the difficulty of converting these ambitious initiatives into effective climate solutions. This week, Riyadh is hosting the United Nations COP16...

ADB commits $24.3 million for solar power plant in Mymensingh

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has signed a financing package worth $24.3 million with Muktagacha Solartech Energy Limited (MSEL) to establish a grid-connected solar photovoltaic power plant in Mymensingh. As the sole mandated lead arranger, the Manila-based financial institution took charge...

6,520 MT of Indian rice imported via Satkhira's Bhomra in 8 days

Bangladesh has imported 6,520.21 metric tonnes (MT) of rice from India through the Bhomra Land Port in Satkhira over the past eight days, a move authorities hope will help stabilize the countrys rice market. The import process began on November 13, following the National Board of Revenues (NBR)...

Rotor technologies launches autonomous sprayhawk helicopter for agriculture

While learning to fly a helicopter in college, Hector Xu experienced several nasty incidents while trying to navigate at night. These intense flights sparked his interest in unmanned aircraft systems, leading him to pursue a doctorate in aerospace engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of...

New report suggests India’s adoption of AI technologies surpasses global average

New research from Boston Consulting Group (BCG) reveals that 30% of Indian companies are maximizing value through the use of emerging AI technologies. This highlights Indias strong adoption of artificial intelligence, positioning it ahead of the global average in leveraging these innovations for...

China's chip industry eyes new alliances and hiring boost to counter Trump-era challenges

Chinas semiconductor sector is bracing for another four years of tension under Donald Trumps presidency. To navigate this challenging period, the industry is increasing its procurement of foreign chipmaking equipment, while actively seeking opportunities to recruit international talent and build...

Study says digital tech boosts child development

Although it has been considered that under-threes should not have any screen time at all, research has found that digital tech can offer rich opportunities for young childrens development. A two-year study, Toddlers, Tech and Talk, funded by the Economic and Social Research Council and led by...

NASA's Voyager 1 reaches Earth from 15 bn miles away with 1981 technology

The 47-year-old NASA Voyager 1 fell back on a radio transmitter it hadnt used since 1981 to phone home from around 15 billion miles away after a technical issue caused a days-long communication stall between Earth and the farthest-ever recorded spacecraft. The Voyager has been floating further...

Refresh your day: 3 Simple mindfulness techniques for a harmonious life

Its common to think theres no time for mindfulness when life is hectic. However, everyone can find at least 10 minutes each day to practice mindfulness. The aim of these short daily reflections is to help you achieve calmness when life becomes overwhelming. An article from Harvard Medical...