BRAC University, in collaboration with BRAC and Bangladesh Sustainability Alliance (BSA), launched a “Net Zero Project and Plastic-Free Zero-Waste Campus” initiative on the university’s Merul Badda campus today (Monday, 17 February 2025). The initiative seeks to transform BRAC University into a zero-waste, plastic-free campus by implementing key interventions, including enhanced recycling programs, elimination of single-use plastics, and promotion of sustainable alternatives. Implementing practical solutions to reducing plastic pollution is the key target of the BSA, a platform of entities such as BRAC, Unilever, Standard Chartered Bangladesh, PRAN-RFL Group and Marico Bangladesh formed in November 2023. In alignment with this platform’s initiative, a memorandum of understanding was signed between Dr. Md Liakath Ali, Director, Climate Change, Urban Development Read more...
The grand finale and closing ceremony of the 9th Bangladesh Qualifying Rounds of the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition 2025 took place on 8th February at the American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB). The event, organized by Jessup Bangladesh in association with International Law Students Association (ILSA), Hearth Bangladesh, and American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB). This year’s qualifying round featured highest ever participation, with 44 teams from leading universities across Bangladesh competing for the prestigious title. The final round was presided over by His Lordship Mr. Justice Md. Rezaul Hasan, Honorable Judge, High Court Division, Supreme Court of Bangladesh. He was joined by co-adjudicators Professor Guðmundur Eiríksson, former Judge of ITLOS and Professor at Jindal Global Law School, and Barrister Sara Hossain, Read more...
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Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyber-attacks released a new report, “Beyond the Hype: The Businesses Reality of AI for Cyber security,” which surveyed 400 IT leaders on their use of AI in security. The survey found that, despite 65% having adopted generative artificial intelligence (GenAI capabilities) 89% of IT leaders are concerned that flaws in GenAI cyber security tools could put their organization at risk. Additionally, according to new Sophos X-Ops research, “Cybercriminals Still Not Getting on Board the AI Train (Yet),” released recently, there has been a slight but noteworthy shift in how cybercriminals use AI. After investigating several underground forums, Sophos X-Ops found that, while there’s still skepticism about GenAI, some criminals are using it to automate mundane tasks, such as crafting bulk emails Read more...
United International University (UIU) proudly hosted a distinguished delegation from The World Bank on February 12, 2025 (Wednesday). The delegates visited the futuristic and state-of-the-art innovation hub of the university which sets an example to other University Innovation hubs around the country. The delegation was led by Mr. Martin Raiser, Regional Vice President, South Asia Region (SAR), The World Bank & Ms. Gayle Martin, Country Director (Interim), Bangladesh and Bhutan, The World Bank. The delegation team also included Mr. Mathew A. Verghis, Regional Director, Prosperity Practice Group, Mr. Gabi George Afram, Finance, Competitiveness, and Investment (FCI), SAR, Mr. Souleymane Coulibaly, Country Lead Economist and Program Leader, Prosperity, Ms. Hosna Ferdous Sumi, Sr. Private Sector Specialist, FCI, SAR., Ms. Sophie Dong, Financial Sector Specialist, FCI, SAR, Ms. Georga Louise Read more...
United International University (UIU) proudly hosted a distinguished delegation from The World Bank on February 12, 2025 (Wednesday). The delegates visited the futuristic and state-of-the-art innovation hub of the university which sets an example to other University Innovation hubs around the country. The delegation was led by Mr. Martin Raiser, Regional Vice President, South Asia Region (SAR), The World Bank & Ms. Gayle Martin, Country Director (Interim), Bangladesh and Bhutan, The World Bank. The delegation team also included Mr. Mathew A. Verghis, Regional Director, Prosperity Practice Group, Mr. Gabi George Afram, Finance, Competitiveness, and Investment (FCI), SAR, Mr. Souleymane Coulibaly, Country Lead Economist and Program Leader, Prosperity, Ms. Hosna Ferdous Sumi, Sr. Private Sector Specialist, FCI, SAR., Ms. Sophie Dong, Financial Sector Specialist, FCI, SAR, Ms. Georga Louise Read more...
The American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB) organized an interactive educational field visit recently for its Masters of Public Health (MPH) students to enhance their practical understanding of occupational health practices. Forty-five students visited three factories under Reedisha Industries Limited located in Gazipur — Reedisha Knitex, Reedisha Food & beverage, and Formula One Spinning — where students engaged with industry experts, explored workplace health and safety challenges, and asked about occupational hazards and its prevention. The visit provided invaluable hands-on experience, culminating in preparing hazard analysis reports, and showcasing AIUB’s dedication to preparing skilled public health professionals to address real-world public health practice which goes with AIUB’s outcome-based curriculum. MPH students were pleasantly surprised Read more...
The American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB) organized an interactive educational field visit recently for its Masters of Public Health (MPH) students to enhance their practical understanding of occupational health practices. Forty-five students visited three factories under Reedisha Industries Limited located in Gazipur — Reedisha Knitex, Reedisha Food & beverage, and Formula One Spinning — where students engaged with industry experts, explored workplace health and safety challenges, and asked about occupational hazards and its prevention. The visit provided invaluable hands-on experience, culminating in preparing hazard analysis reports, and showcasing AIUB’s dedication to preparing skilled public health professionals to address real-world public health practice which goes with AIUB’s outcome-based curriculum. MPH students were pleasantly surprised Read more...
ASUS, the leading global tech brand, has launched its latest AI PC lineup at an exclusive event named “ASUS Always Incredible” event held recently. The event was arranged by ASUS Bangladesh at Bhawal Resort, Gazipur. At the event, ASUS Bangladesh showcased four new Copilot+ PCs to the business partners. These new laptops are designed to meet the diverse needs of gamers, creators, and professionals, which reaffirms ASUS’s commitment to innovation and excellence. The newly introduced models include the ASUS Zenbook S 14, ProArt P16, TUF Gaming A14, and TUF Gaming A16. Combining advanced technology, sleek design, and unmatched performance, these laptops become ideal for a wide range of users. It was announced at the event that the ASUS Zenbook S 14 is priced at BDT 2,28,000 and The ASUS ProArt P16 is available for BDT 3,18,000. While the ASUS TUF Gaming A14 comes at BDT Read more...
In order to provide better services to the clients the Chowmuhani Branch of Shahjalal Islami Bank PLC has started banking operations at new address (Zaman Plaza, 33 DB Road, Chowmuhani, Begumganj, Noakhali) from 02 February 2025. The Head of Common Services Division of Shahjalal Islami Bank PLC Mr. Mahmudul Shamim Talukder, inaugurated the relocated branch as the chief guest. The operations of the Chowmuhani branch of the bank started banking operation on 29 December 2010. In view of the growing demand of customers and with the aim of providing banking services to people from all walks of life, this branch of the bank has been relocated to the new location. Among others the manager of Chowmuhani branch of the Bank Mr. Md. Abdul Hannan, the president of Noakhali Industrial Owners Association Mr. Delwar Hossain, the president of Housing Industry Association Md. Shahjahan, the president Read more...
The American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB) and the Bangladesh Basketball Federation (BBF) formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Monday, 27th January 2025 at AIUB Campus. Through this partnership, AIUB will be the official Education Partner of the Bangladesh Basketball Federation for the next three years, underscoring a shared commitment to fostering the development of sports and education in Bangladesh. The MOU was signed by Ms. Nadia Anwar, Founder and Chairman of the Board of Trustees, AIUB, on behalf of AIUB, and Dr. Shemim Aka Nawaz, President of BBF, on behalf of BBF. The event was attended by Prof. Dr. Saiful Islam, Vice-Chancellor, AIUB; Prof. Dr. Md. Abdur Rahman, Pro-Vice Chancellor, AIUB; Prof. Dr. Manzur H. Khan, Proctor, AIUB; Major Mohammad Atiqul Hafeez (Retd), General Secretary of BBF; Mohammad Faisal Azim, Joint Secretary of BBF, and Read more...
The American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB) and the Bangladesh Basketball Federation (BBF) formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Monday, 27th January 2025 at AIUB Campus. Through this partnership, AIUB will be the official Education Partner of the Bangladesh Basketball Federation for the next three years, underscoring a shared commitment to fostering the development of sports and education in Bangladesh. The MOU was signed by Ms. Nadia Anwar, Founder and Chairman of the Board of Trustees, AIUB, on behalf of AIUB, and Dr. Shemim Aka Nawaz, President of BBF, on behalf of BBF. The event was attended by Prof. Dr. Saiful Islam, Vice-Chancellor, AIUB; Prof. Dr. Md. Abdur Rahman, Pro-Vice Chancellor, AIUB; Prof. Dr. Manzur H. Khan, Proctor, AIUB; Major Mohammad Atiqul Hafeez (Retd), General Secretary of BBF; Mohammad Faisal Azim, Joint Secretary of BBF, and Read more...
A milestone Credit Transfer Arrangement (CTA) Agreement was signed today between SAE University College, Australia, and Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology (SMUCT), Bangladesh. The virtual signing ceremony took place from the meeting rooms of both institutions and was moderated by Abdullah Al Masud, Advisor, SMUCT, and Ms. Jenna Schiller, Head of Education Partnerships, SAE University College. The agreement was formally signed by Dr. Luke McMillan, General Manager, SAE University College, and Professor Dr. Md. Shah-E-Alam, Vice-Chancellor, SMUCT. This milestone collaboration will enable SMUCT students to transfer up to 70 credits toward SAE University College’s Computer Science program. The event paved the way for institutional excellence and future collaboration. SAE University College, a globally recognized leader in creative media education, has a presence Read more...
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