Bangladesh enters the era of high-speed internet
The official launching of the much-anticipated commercial operation of Starlink, as reported, will evidently contribute to creating a competitive market for the internet service providers in Bangladesh. It is for the first time that the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has issued licence to a Non-Geostationary Orbit (NGSO) satellite internet...
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The epidemic of financial scam
In Shamsuddin Abul Kalam's Path Jana Nai, Jonabali builds a road connecting a secluded, remote village to nearby towns, hoping it will lead to progress and prosperity. While the road does bring some financial stability to the villagers, it also introduces price hike, famine, corruption and disease. That, in essence,...
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E-bus in Dhaka
Optimism flickers defying the odds. With financial support from the World Bank, the interim government will introduce electric buses in Dhaka. If everything goes well, the capital city of Bangladesh will see green, clean public buses plying on roads from July 1 this year. Some 400 e-buses will be introduced...
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Cryptocurrency and traditional banking
The rise of cryptocurrency is reshaping the global financial landscape, posing both challenges and opportunities for traditional banking institutions. Digital currencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins operate on decentralised blockchain networks, allowing users to conduct transactions without intermediaries such as banks. This shift threatens the traditional banking model, which relies...
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Silent victims of heatwave
As Bangladesh faces yet another sweltering summer, it's not just humans who suffer. Amid the rising temperatures, an often-ignored group silently endures the brunt of the heat - the street animals.Unlike people who can seek shelter under fans, coolers or shaded spaces, stray dogs, cats, and birds are left exposed....
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