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WHO Appeals for $1.5 Billion in 2024 to Provide Life-Saving Aid Amid Global Health Emergencies

The World Health Organization (WHO) has called for $1.5 billion in funding for 2024 to deliver crucial aid to tens of millions facing health emergencies worldwide. WHO Chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus emphasized... Read more »
OpenAI

OpenAI to launch anti-disinformation tools for 2024 elections

OpenAI, the organization behind the widely used text generator ChatGPT, has announced proactive measures to counter the potential misuse of its AI tools in the context of global elections. With upcoming elections... Read more »
Donald Trump

Donald Trump Secures Landslide Victory in Iowa Caucuses, Bolstering Bid for 2024 Presidential Run

In Iowa’s caucuses, Donald Trump’s landslide victory not only solidifies his standing as the leading contender for the Republican nomination but also underscores his ability to turn legal challenges into a rallying... Read more »
Sandhani Life Insurance

Sandhani Life Insurance Shares Jump 23%

Sandhani Life Insurance experienced a remarkable uptick in its shares, soaring over 23% from January 11 to January 15 at the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE). This surge follows a prolonged period, from... Read more »

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Internet Banking Surges 5% in Bangladesh, Records 200% YoY Growth

Internet banking transactions in Bangladesh experienced a significant upswing in November 2023, recording a 5% increase compared to the previous month, according to data from Bangladesh Bank. The total transactions through Internet... Read more »
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Bangladeshi Banks Seek Foreign Funds for Dollar-Denominated Loans Amid Tax Exemption

Commercial banks in Bangladesh are actively pursuing foreign funds to strengthen their offshore portfolios, aiming to offer customers dollar-denominated loans. The recent removal of a 20% tax on interest from foreign loans... Read more »
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DSE on Green

Dhaka Stock Exchange DSE, Bourse on the second working day of the week, January 15, ended with price Index hikes & turnover slightly drops. This information is known from DSE sources. 647... Read more »
Asian Markets

Asian Markets Rally Amid Rate Cut Hopes, Geopolitical Tensions

Asian markets experienced an upswing on Monday as traders assessed US inflation data, renewing optimism for an imminent interest rate reduction. However, gains were tempered by geopolitical concerns following recent joint US-UK... Read more »
Brazil

Torrential Downpour leave at least 11 dead in Brazil

The torrential rains in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil have resulted in devastating consequences, claiming the lives of at least 11 people, according to information from the fire department reported to AFP on... Read more »
Intraco Refueling

BSEC Eases Rules on Intraco Refueling Shares

The securities regulator has shortened the lock-in period for Intraco Refueling Station’s convertible shares, set to be converted from Intraco Refueling Convertible Bonds. The Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) has reduced... Read more »