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Jun242026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

How Bypass Charging Is Making Smartphones Safer

Concerns around smartphone overheating and battery degradation have become increasingly common as devices are pushed harder for gaming, streaming and multitasking. Against this backdrop, manufacturers are gradually focusing on charging technologies that priorities long-term battery health alongside performance. One such development is bypass charging, which is now being integrated across a growing range of devices, including Infinix models such as the GT 30 Pro, Note 60 Series and the recently launched Hot 70. At its core, bypass charging changes how power flows inside a smartphone during use. In a conventional setup, electricity from a charger first passes through the battery before reaching the system. This process continues even during heavy usage, meaning the battery is constantly c...

Jun242026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

CIKITSA International Partners with SBAC Bank PLC

Breaking News, Business

CIKITSA International has entered a strategic partnership with SBAC Bank PLC. to make quality healthcare services more accessible to the Bank’s cardholders, employees, and their legal dependents. The agreement was officially signed by Mr. Muntasir Mahmood, Chief Operations Officer of CIKITSA International, and on behalf of Managing Director & CEO, Head of the Digital Banking & Financial Inclusion Division Mr. Mohammad Shafiul Azam, of SBAC Bank PLC., during the signing ceremony Head of Cash Management, Transaction Banking & Agent Banking, Mr. Feroj Chowdhury was also present. The information was announced in a press release distributed to media outlets by International on Wednesday. Under this partnership, eligible cardholders, employees, and their legal dependents will ...

Jun242026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Samsung launches massive 98-Inch TV for the ultimate World Cup experience

Breaking News, Feature

To celebrate the electric excitement of the World Cup season, Samsung has officially introduced its massive 98-inch Crystal UHD TV (U9000H) to the Bangladesh market. This is the first time they are launching a TV of this size. with an aim to completely transform how football fans experience the global tournament from the comfort of their homes. This gigantic UHD model includes AI Football Mode and Color Booster Pro. These help optimize colors and tune the pitch to look realistic, just like grass does under stadium lights. Additionally, Motion Xcelerator 144Hz keeps fast-paced sequences smooth and sharp. This 98-inch display redefines large-screen viewing without compromising picture quality. The NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor 4K AI Upscaling engine enhances picture clarity, boosts contrast, a...

Jun232026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

SoBE Project Show held at UIU

Breaking News, Education

The School of Business and Economics (SoBE), United International University (UIU) successfully organized the “SoBE Project Show” yesterday at the UIU campus, United City, Madani Avenue, Dhaka-1212. The show served as a launch pad for undergraduate students to showcase their ground-breaking business concepts, tangible prototypes, and the comprehensive legal frameworks required to launch successful enterprises in today's competitive landscape. Professor Emeritus Dr. M. Rezwan Khan, Director, IAR and Former VC of UIU, Prof. Dr. M Niaz Asadullah, Advisor - Adjunct, School of Business and Economics, UIU, Prof. Dr. Salma Karim, Director, BBA Program, UIU and other faculty members from different departments were present in the project show. The leadership team toured the exhibition stalls, en...

Jun232026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Banglalink to reward users with bonus data for every World Cup goal

Breaking News, Sports

Banglalink, the country's leading digital operator, has announced a data reward campaign marking the FIFA World Cup 2026 that rewards football fans with 1 GB of bonus internet for every goal scored in a live match, making every moment on the pitch count off it as well. To avail the offer, users need to purchase any 30-day internet pack or mixed bundle through the MyBL App or MFS channels while a World Cup fixture is live. No special pack is required, ensuring a seamless and hassle-free experience for users. Available to both prepaid and postpaid users nationwide, the offer allows fans to earn bonus data based on match outcomes. There is no cap on how much bonus data users can accumulate, nor any limit on the number of eligible packs they may purchase, meaning a high-scoring thriller ...

Jun232026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

MetLife Bangladesh Settles Highest Claims in Q1 2026 Among All Life Insurers

Breaking News, Business

MetLife Bangladesh has settled over BDT 669 crore in insurance claims during the first quarter (January to March) of 2026, the highest among all life insurance companies in Bangladesh for the period. This achievement reinforces MetLife Bangladesh’s position as the country’s leading life insurer in claims settlement. MetLife Bangladesh’s claims payments support customers during critical moments, including medical emergencies, loss of life, and policy maturity benefits. Commenting on this, Chief Executive Officer of MetLife Bangladesh, Ala Ahmad, said, “Paying claims is the most important promise an insurance company makes. We are proud that MetLife Bangladesh continues to set the benchmark for claims settlement in the industry.” According to data from the Insurance Development a...

Jun222026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

realme Tops Smartphone Sales on Daraz and Pickaboo

Breaking News, Technology

realme, the youth-favorite smartphone brand, has secured a dominant position in Bangladesh’s e-commerce smartphone market in the first half of 2026, achieving the No. 1 ranking across major online platforms including Daraz. According to H1 2026 sales performance insights, realme achieved the No. 1 position in smartphone sales on Daraz, leading both Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) and GMV Index Score (GIS) metrics. Meanwhile, realme emerged as the No. 1 Best-Selling Smartphone Brand during the highly competitive Daraz 6.6 Mega Campaign. Furthermore, realme achieved the No. 1 position in GIS smartphone sales on Pickaboo, reinforcing its robust sales footprint across leading e-commerce platforms in Bangladesh. This milestone reflects strong consumer demand and consistent brand preference ...

Jun222026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Samsung Mobile wins 4 awards at the prestigious 9th Digital Marketing Award

Breaking News, Technology

Samsung Bangladesh stood out as one of the top performers at this year's Digital Marketing Awards (DMA), bagging four awards across different categories, including two Gold recognitions. The campaigns that earned the recognition were executed in partnership with Starcom Bangladesh, which served as the lead agency. This sweeping victory highlights the brand's strategic approach, creative execution and excellence in the digital landscape. Samsung took home a total of four accolades, including two Gold, one Silver, and one Bronze award. The brand secured Gold in both the Best Use of Mobile and Best Digital Experience Marketing categories. In addition to the top-tier Gold awards, the brand also took home a Silver award for Best Use of Display and a Bronze award for Best Digital Marketing in E...

Jun212026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

BRAC Bank and Ministry of Finance organise 3-day training on climate finance

Breaking News, Business

BRAC Bank and the Economic Relations Division (ERD) of the Ministry of Finance jointly organised a three-day climate finance training programme to strengthen public-private collaboration in mobilising sustainable investment climate resilience in Bangladesh. The programme, titled "Upskilling Multisectoral Professionals as Climate Investment Catalysts: Navigating Climate Science, Policies and Finance," brought together representatives from ten banks, six government ministries, civil society organisations and academia to build the knowledge and practical skills required to develop and finance climate-resilient projects. Md. Shahriar Kader Siddiky, Secretary, Economic Relations Division, Ministry of Finance, inaugurated the programme as Chief Guest at the Planning Commission in Agargaon,...

Jun202026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

British Council launches Connections Through Culture 2026 open call to deepen UK-Bangladesh artistic partnerships

Breaking News, Education

The British Council has officially launched the 2026 cycle of its flagship Connections Through Culture (CTC) grants programme. The initiative is designed to seed-fund bilateral creative collaborations, cross-cultural exchanges, and institutional partnerships between the creative sector in the United Kingdom and 35 participating countries worldwide, including Bangladesh. "At the heart of the British Council's mission is a profound belief in the transformative power of cultural exchange," said Stephen Forbes, Country Director Bangladesh, British Council. "The Connections Through Culture grants programme builds long-term meaningful partnerships between our two countries by enabling our artists and creative practitioners to engage directly in co-creation and collaboration." The programme...