In a significant escalation of industrial action, the Mobile Business Community Bangladesh (MBCB) has declared an indefinite nationwide closure of all mobile handset and gadget shops. The strike, which took effect immediately on Saturday, 3 January 2026, is a direct protest against the implementation of the National Equipment Identity Register (NEIR) and the recent arrest […]

BRAC University Establishes National Research Centre for Semiconductors In a transformative move for the nation’s technological landscape, BRAC University formally inaugurated the Centre of Research Excellence in Semiconductor Technology (CREST) on Monday. This ambitious national research hub was unveiled under the auspices of the “Silicon River Ecosystem,” a strategic framework designed to integrate biotechnology, electronics, […]

Gigabyte has expanded its product portfolio in Bangladesh with the launch of a new high-end compact motherboard, the B850I AORUS PRO (Mini-ITX). Designed to meet the growing demand for powerful yet space-efficient PC builds, the motherboard has been officially introduced to the local market through an announcement by Gigabyte Bangladesh. The newly launched B850I AORUS […]

Bangladesh is reaping significant benefits from a decade of initiatives aimed at improving energy efficiency, according to a new study by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA). The research suggests that, if current efforts continue, the country could achieve its energy efficiency targets ahead of the 2030 deadline, while also reducing import […]