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A smartphone’s IMEI (which stands for International Mobile Equipment Identity) is a unique identifier for each device, similar to a digital fingerprint. Telecom companies use it to enable network connectivity on a SIM card. Additionally, the IMEI number is used to track lost devices or criminals. However, analysis revealed that …

In Bangladesh, adolescent sexual and reproductive health, rights, and mental health (SRMH) issues are some of the major challenges due to societal taboos & stigma. To address these challenges, CMED Health has developed a Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) engine called “SuSastho.AI” to make healthcare accessible at one’s fingertips. CMED Health …

Digital banking has played a pivotal role in expanding financial access for millions in Bangladesh, showcasing technology’s capacity to uplift lives and create opportunities. The nation’s high mobile penetration rate and the widespread adoption of Mobile Financial Services (MFS) like bKash and Nagad have empowered millions, especially in rural areas, …

State Minister for Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology Zunaid Ahmed Palak received the award in Geneva, Switzerland, winner of the World Summit on Information Society (WSIS) Award-2024, one of the awards in the information and technology sector in the international arena. This year, he received this award as the winner …

Antivirus manufacturer Kaspersky inform that it has detected over 34,000 ransomware attacks targeting various organizations in Bangladesh from January to December 2023 in a press release. Fedor Sinitsyn, Kaspersky’s lead malware analyst said, Several ransomware groups are still stealing data and encrypting it and demanding a ransom. This problem is …

On Tuesday (14.05.2024) Bangladesh Bank spokesperson Majbaul Haque said to media that the information published in the report is completely fake. Prior to that, an Indian media reported about the reserve theft from Bangladesh Bank. After the publication of the report a wide discussion started on the social media. Majbaul …

The banking industry in Bangladesh is the core driver in economic development of the country. The focus on inclusion and the aim for sustainability have advanced the industry to grow with a faster pace and in a well- structured manner. The industry has undergone many changes on providing the services …

A new law has been drafted to protect customers in electronic currency transactions. It will soon be presented to the National Assembly for approval. The Act is called the ‘Electronic Currency Payment and Settlement System Bill 2024′ and has been created by the Financial Institutions Department under the Ministry of …

Moshiul Islam Mishu, Founder & CEO of Enterprise Infosec Consultants (EIC), has been accepted into the Forbes Technology Council, the foremost growth and networking organization for successful Technology Professionals and Leaders worldwide. Forbes Technology Council is an invitation-only community for world-class CIOs, CTOs, and technology executives. He is a vetted …

While surfing the internet for the regular activities, suddenly found a domain named (bcsi.gov.bd), “Bangladesh cyber security intelligence” (BCSI) in elaborating form. Curious mind wants to know the fact, so deep dive the domain and found a Facebook page also. According to the website, “Bangladesh cyber security intelligence” (BCSI) to …