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1 year ago

Brand Broadcast (PRs)

Unilever Bangladesh Organizes Three-Day Workshop on Environmental Journalism for Youth in Chattogram

Unilever Bangladesh, one of the country’s leading fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies, recently organized a three-day workshop titled “Youth Journalism on Environment: A Focus on Plastic Waste Management” for aspiring young journalists in Chattogram. The workshop was held under Unilever Bangladesh’s plastic waste management initiative in partnership with Chattogram City

1 year ago

AI

Bangladesh AI Summit and Hackathon Propel Nation’s Digital Transformation

Bangladesh AI Summit, organized by Bangladesh Brand Forum, powered by Akij Resource and Mutual Trust Bank PLC, and held in collaboration with BRAC Business School, took place on May 8, 2025, at BRAC University. As a flagship initiative of the Bangladesh Innovation Conclave, this summit marked a significant milestone in

2 years ago

Brand Broadcast (PRs)

DBL Group launches Bugatti in Bangladesh – a new era of European fashion footwear

DBL Lifestyles Limited, the retail wing of DBL Group, proudly announces the official launch of Bangladesh’s first bugatti store, located at Alisons Tower, Road 11, Banani. With this launch, DBL Lifestyles becomes the exclusive franchise partner of bugatti in Bangladesh, bringing a new dimension of European sophistication with premium footwear

2 years ago

Inspiration

The Case for Effective Leadership Training: Why Organizations Must Prioritise HiPo Development Now

In 2021, Airbnb faced one of the most significant challenges in its history. The travel industry was in turmoil due to the pandemic, and the company had to lay off a quarter of its workforce. However, Airbnb’s investment in leadership development over the years allowed it to recover swiftly. The

2 years ago

Impact

LITHIUM: THE COSMIC CATALYST POWERING OUR FUTURE

The universe was born tiny, dense, and extremely hot. Initially, it was all energy contained in a volume of space that expanded by a factor of 100 septillion in a fraction of a second. Imagine a single cell rapidly expanding to the size of the Milky Way. Elementary particles like

2 years ago

AI

Nvidia’s AI Empire: Can It Hold Off Google, Microsoft, and Startups?

The race for supremacy in artificial intelligence (AI) chip development has intensified, with industry titans like Microsoft, Meta, Google, and Nvidia striving to outpace each other. This competition, rooted in the early 2010s, has evolved into a high-stakes battle, reshaping the tech landscape and influencing global economic and geopolitical dynamics.

2 years ago

AI

Chief ‘AI’ Officer in the Leadership Value Chain?

Abstract This article explores the evolving role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in leadership and its impact on corporate management and decision-making. While AI offers immense potential in data analysis, prediction, and process optimization, the human elements of leadership—such as empathy, intuition, and creativity—remain irreplaceable. By drawing on established frameworks like

2 years ago

Inspiration

Optimism Bias: The Fine Line Between Motivation and Misjudgment

We are familiar with the “Glass is half full or half empty” metaphor. It is a great way to illustrate the difference between an optimist and a pessimist. Optimism is a psychological and often beneficial trait that helps individuals stay motivated, resilient and hopeful in the face of challenges. However,

2 years ago

Marketing

How Social Platforms Are Innovating to Keep Audiences Hooked

In October 2024, a Harris Poll survey revealed a hard truth for advertisers: 59% of viewers reported that seeing the same ads repeatedly ruined their viewing experience. Half of them found it annoying, and more than a quarter admitted that it negatively impacted their purchasing decisions. This isn’t just a

2 years ago

Culture

CLOCKING IN, TAPPING OUT: HOW HUSTLE CULTURE IS STEALING YOUR SANITY

You are on a road trip, cruising down an open highway, enjoying the wind in your hair. You pass a car that’s rushing forward, weaving through traffic like it is in a race. It looks impressive — until you notice the driver, stressed and clutching the wheel so tightly, their

2 years ago

AI

AI Action Summit 2025: Charting a Path for Ethical AI and Global Collaboration

The Artificial Intelligence Action Summit marked its third major international gathering by holding a two-day-long event on 10 and 11 February dedicated to the field of Artificial Intelligence, putting together a massive event highlighted by the representatives of civil society, CEOs of different tech companies, and world leaders. The AI

2 years ago

Expert's Blog

Affordable Sustainability Through Strategic Approach

A Shift Towards Sustainable Living Mina, a working mother in Dhaka, carefully chooses meals for her family, wanting quality as well as cost. She knows her purchases have an environmental impact but, more often than not, finds eco-friendly products more expensive. Like many other shoppers, she wonders why making conscientious purchasing selections often

2 years ago

Analysis

A New Dawn? The Potential Economic Benefits of a Ukraine Peace Deal for Bangladesh

The Russia-Ukraine conflict, originating with Russia’s 2014 annexation of Crimea and subsequently escalating in the Donbas region of eastern Ukraine, intensified in February 2022 with Russia’s full-scale invasion. While initial territorial gains were achieved, Ukrainian resistance effectively countered the advance on major urban centers, leading to subsequent Ukrainian counteroffensives. This

2 years ago

Analysis

Trade Efficiency: The Key to Bangladesh’s Post-LDC Export Success

Bangladesh is set to graduate from the Least Developed Country (LDC) designation in 2026, a milestone that brings both opportunities and challenges for its export sector. Currently, the country enjoys duty-free and quota-free (DFQF) access to nearly 60% of its export markets under LDC-specific trade concessions, enhancing its competitiveness. In

2 years ago

Brand Broadcast (PRs)

A Look into Foldable Phones: The Emerging Essential for CEOs and Business Leaders

In recent years, foldable smartphones have become a game-changer for executives, revolutionizing how they balance their professional and personal lives. These devices combine the portability of a phone with the expansive display of a tablet, making them essential for CEOs. Offering the perfect blend of multitasking capability, productivity-boosting features, and

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Unilever Bangladesh Organizes Three-Day Workshop on Environmental Journalism for Youth in Chattogram

Bangladesh AI Summit and Hackathon Propel Nation’s Digital Transformation

DBL Group launches Bugatti in Bangladesh – a new era of European fashion footwear

The Case for Effective Leadership Training: Why Organizations Must Prioritise HiPo Development Now

LITHIUM: THE COSMIC CATALYST POWERING OUR FUTURE

Nvidia’s AI Empire: Can It Hold Off Google, Microsoft, and Startups?

Chief ‘AI’ Officer in the Leadership Value Chain?

Optimism Bias: The Fine Line Between Motivation and Misjudgment

CLOCKING IN, TAPPING OUT: HOW HUSTLE CULTURE IS STEALING YOUR SANITY

AI Action Summit 2025: Charting a Path for Ethical AI and Global Collaboration

Affordable Sustainability Through Strategic Approach

A New Dawn? The Potential Economic Benefits of a Ukraine Peace Deal for Bangladesh

Trade Efficiency: The Key to Bangladesh’s Post-LDC Export Success

A Look into Foldable Phones: The Emerging Essential for CEOs and Business Leaders

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