Huawei Technologies (Bangladesh) Limited and Bangladesh Research and Education Network (BdREN) have recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on strategic partnership to accelerate smart education opportunities for colleges and universities.
This MoU was signed at University Grant Commission (UGC) office in Agargaon.
The MoU accentuates Huawei commitment to advancing smart education initiatives, including smart campuses and classrooms. Huawei and BdREN will collaborate to establish cooperative relationships to innovate new opportunities and prospects together using cutting-edge technologies like High Performance Computing (HPC), Cloud, Artificial intelligence (AI) etc. In this process, Huawei will provide high-speed internet/data connectivity hardware and other associated application software to the universities and research institutes in collaboration with BdREN.
Peng Xiaolei (Andy), Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Enterprise Business Group (EBG) of Huawei South Asia; and Mohammad Tawrit, Chief Executive Officer, BdREN, signed the MoU on behalf the respective parties. Allen Liu, Vice President, Huawei South Asia and Managing Director of Government & Enterprise Business Group, Huawei Bangladesh and Muhammed Alamgir, Acting Chairman, UGC and Acting Chairperson, BdREN Trust were also present in this ceremony along with other officials from both organizations.
Allen Liu said, “Our commitment extends beyond technology; we aim to cultivate local talents, and to provide transformative digital solutions for the education sector. Huawei envisions a collaborative journey, bringing profound value to Bangladesh through smart education solutions. Huawei is delighted for the fruitful partnership with BdREN. With this
we embark on a path toward a digitally enriched and empowered future."
Muhammed Alamgir said on this occasion, "BdREN stands as a flagship organization in Bangladesh, working in a non-profit modality and providing high-speed high-quality networking services to public universities. With the anticipation of Huawei significant role in the imminent IT revolution, we actively seek strategic partnerships to navigate the evolving landscape. Huawei commitment is a source of optimism, and we aspire to leverage its capabilities to the fullest, dedicated to building a society that empowers marginalized communities through technological advancements."
Huawei served with smart education technologies in 80+ countries, and 2800+ universities all over the world. More than 500K Primary and secondary schools have been benefitted with Huawei ICT solutions. In Bangladesh Huawei provided smart ICT solutions to multiple universities.
This year Samsung has announced the launch of its latest and greatest addition to its most premium segment – the Galaxy S24 Ultra. With a promise of delivering a flagship that embraces AI tech, Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is going to bring advanced technologies like real-time translations, transcriptions, intelligent battery and enhanced camera, among numerous other features. Smartphone enthusiasts and tech lovers in Bangladesh can now place pre-orders for the Galaxy S24 Ultra to save big, and enjoy remarkable pre-order deals.
Samsung has officially begun taking pre-orders for Galaxy S24 Ultra in Bangladesh, after a massive response from tech lovers worldwide. On pre-orders, all customers will get instant cashback of BDT 15 thousand! To ensure a convenient buying experience for the customers, Samsung is also offering EMI facilities (up to 36 months) with 0% interest, and additional cashback of up to BDT 15 thousand with selected banks.
To add to the celebration of new generation flagship experience, Samsung users can now conveniently exchange their previous smartphones with an all-new Galaxy S24 Ultra (applicable only for selected devices). Customers availing of the exchange offer will receive up to BDT 15 thousand additional bonus cashback. Additionally, under the “Nevermind Campaign”, customers may register for the one-time screen replacement offer.
Samsung and Microsoft have partnered to offer 100GB of OneDrive cloud storage. This means that Samsung fans can enjoy a free 6-months subscription with the purchase of the Galaxy S24 Ultra. Through this partnership, Galaxy S24 Ultra users will get storage as well as ad-free, secure email and access to Microsoft support.
Md Muyeedur Rahman, Head of MX Business, Samsung India Electronics Pvt Ltd – Bangladesh branch office, said, “Samsung is proud to introduce the all-new Galaxy S24 Ultra, a product of AI integration offering endless innovation. With this device in your hands, you can unlock new levels of possibility, productivity, and advancement. We welcome our beloved users to pre-order their units of Samsung Galaxy S24 ultra and embrace the unforeseen potentials of mobile AI”.
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is currently priced at BDT 2,43,999 (12/256 GB) only. Head over to Samsung website samsung.com right now to pre-order the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra with the biggest offers! Pre-orders will be taken till February 06, 2024.
Pre-order link: https://www.samsung.com/bd/smartphones/galaxy-s24-ultra/?page=home
iFarmer has inaugurated their first Procurement Hub to facilitate farmers by collecting their produce and ensuring fair crop prices. The inaugural event took place recently in the Birganj area of Dinajpur district.
During the post-harvest period in Bangladesh, farmers face various obstacles in selling their crops. Farmers are forced to sell their hard-earned crops at a nominal price to avoid the risk of the harvest getting rotten if the buyer refuses to purchase them later.
Now, farmers can conveniently sell their crops to iFarmer Procurement Hub without worrying about incurring losses, read a press release on Wednesday.
The hub has storage facilities of around 20,000 tonnes. It is located in the middle of the local markets where farmers can easily reach. The procurement hub will ensure farmers make more profit by eliminating the additional cost, time wastage, and other inconveniences.
TikTok and JAAGO Foundation recently shared the notable achievements and progress made in the ongoing “Shabdhane Online-A" Campaign, aimed at enhancing awareness regarding online safety among the youths of Bangladesh.
Since the inception of the campaign, impactful workshops titled “Online Safety Adda” have been successfully conducted in Sylhet, Sunamganj, Habiganj, Moulvibazar, Mymensingh, Sherpur, Netrokona, Jamalpur, Bagerhat, and Narail districts. These workshops, boasting an impressive 100% attendance, centred on educating participants about various security aspects and behavioural nuances in the online domains, particularly within social media platforms. Attendees also gained insights into different tips and tricks for content creation and learned about TikTok safety tools designed to enhance user safety within the platform.
A participant expressed their appreciation, stating, "The Online Safety Adda workshop opened my eyes! I learned many practical tips to protect myself and my loved ones online. The session was exciting, and initiatives by JAAGO Foundation and TikTok are crucial in today digital age for safety, privacy and fostering responsible online behaviour.”
The campaign hosted a Divisional Meet-up in Sylhet, titled “Online Safety Summit - Sylhet,” which included a panel discussion with representatives from diverse sectors. The distinguished figures highlighted the benefits of the internet while underscoring the importance of staying cautious. Social media influencer Sakib Bin Rashid presence also enriched the discussions. The event was wrapped up with a documentary video on the Online Safety Adda Workshops and testimonial videos from the workshop participants.
To further establish the importance of the cause, a Social and Behaviour Change Communication Video Content was published across JAAGO Foundation social media handles. This content emphasised the significance of practising safe and responsible behaviour in the online environment.
In a strategic move to generate widespread awareness, the campaign collaborated with popular social media influencers, who, through their TikTok accounts, are crafting and sharing distinct content to highlight the significance of using social media safely and responsibly and raising awareness regarding TikTok safety tools.
As the campaign progresses, TikTok and JAAGO Foundation affirm their dedication to cultivating a safer digital environment and empowering youth for responsible online practices. The campaign is set to continue until April 2024, extending its workshops to cover all the districts of Bangladesh, including two additional divisional meet-ups in the Mymensingh and Khulna divisions.