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Walton exported products worth $14 million this year, a big jump from $1.4 million last year, Managing Director and CEO of Walton Hi-Tech Industries Limited Golam Murshed said recently. The company wants to export products worth $1 billion by 2025 and $3 billion by 2030, he added. Murshed was addressing "Quality Conference Season-2" in Dhaka on World Quality Day. Read Walton launches gaming smartphone Primo S8 Mini "Walton has managed to hold the largest portion of the electronics market in Bangladesh in only 12 years and is exporting products to more than 40 countries," he added. "Skilled engineers and experts from home and abroad are working in various sectors, including research and innovation, quality management, to make the company's 'Vision Go Global 2030' a reality." Read 'Golden Jubilee Bangladesh Concert' held at MSG in association with Walton

Huawei will invest $50 million in the next five years to develop 500,000 digital talents in the Asia-Pacific. Jeffery Liu, president of Huawei Asia-Pacific, recently announced this while delivering his keynote speech at the Asia Pacific Innovation Day – Digital Talent Summit 2021. "Cultivating an innovative ICT talent ecosystem is fundamental to the digital transformation. Leveraging shared innovations with win-win outcomes, we can harness the power of ICT skills to fly us into a digital future," Jeffery said. Read Huawei recognised 2022 Gartner Peer Insights Customers' Choice for 3rd straight year "Together with our partners, Huawei will invest $50 million in the next 5 years to develop 500,000 digital talents in the Asia-Pacific." The online summit brought together policymakers, researchers, and industry experts to share solutions and best practices in building a sustainable ecosystem that will help foster digital talents in the Asia-Pacific. "The Digital Talent Summit 2021 aims to discuss and address the needs of ASEAN ICT youth talent, and is very relevant, especially amid the global pandemic which forced us to significantly rely more on the digital platform," said the Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN for ASEAN Political-Security Community Robert Matheus Michael Tene. Read Huawei Technologies willing to support RMG sector in renewable energy: BGMEA To bridge the digital talent gap in this region, Huawei also signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the ASEAN Foundation at the summit. "Innovation and development rely on a talent ecosystem. Huawei is prepared to work with its partners to build a talent development ecosystem conducive to innovation," Huawei Senior Vice-President and Board Member Catherine Chen said.

In the world of digital transactions, credit cards have been at the forefront of innovation. It is fast, simple, and easy to use. Not to mention the ease of not having to carry around cash everywhere. But like everything digital, credit cards are also at the risk of getting compromised. And that adds to a host of other worries. Resolving credit card frauds is a painstaking procedure. Unauthorized transactions not only defraud a person of their money but also end up hampering the credit score. So, what is the workaround to this?  How Does Credit Card Fraud Happen?  There are several different ways of credit card fraud. And each of these is a degree above the rest. That means a cardholder has to be a vigilante over several things. But should that deter a person from getting a card? Not at all. Here are some of the common ways a card gets compromised. And as it will become apparent, a few precautionary measures would be enough to secure a card.  Read What is the Best Programming Language to Learn First? -Physically stolen card  - Scanning the number and Code for Verification (CVC) code  - Access to computer and credentials  - Unauthorized wire transfers  - Access to a recovery mail  - Phishing  How to Prevent Credit Card Frauds  It might seem like there are a lot of ways to get compromised. However, just like the means, there are also ways to secure a card. And each of the following steps will add a layer of protection. Essentially iron cladding the card against any threat.  Read E-commerce Scams: Ways to Protect Your Investment from Online Frauds Security Check The Internet Banking Devices  Since internet banking became a supplement to card transactions, hackers target the computer or the mobile to access card credentials. These malicious attacks are often launched as a virus or phishing filter. So, it is important to run a security check through antivirus software. It is better to use paid ones as free ones often fail to detect advanced attacks.  Issue Transaction Alert  This feature comes as a standard with most credit cards. The bank will send a transaction alert SMS to the designated number associated with the card account. However, there are some added charges for this feature. But it is useful considering the instant notification for any unauthorized transactions.  Read Online shopping boomed but many falling prey to fraudsters Lock The Card  It is only human to misplace a card. In any case, the prompt action should be to lock the card, regardless of where it might be. Whether a person forgetfully misplaces or gets stolen, locking the card ensures that no one can make any transaction with it. The process is also simple. A cardholder just needs to call the 24/7 hotline or the card division and request a lock.

The launch of vivo's X70 Pro has marked the next chapter in the company's imaging partnership with ZEISS. The global smartphone brand's forward-looking camera set-up incorporates top-notch computational imaging features inside and out, resulting in what the company calls an intuitive photography experience. Read Best Upcoming Phones in November 2021 in Bangladesh: Official and Unofficial X70 Pro incorporates four legendary camera lenses co-engineered with ZEISS, a globally leading manufacturer of optics and lenses, which has been in the industry for over 175 years. The phone comes with premium-grade professional camera lenses such as Biotar, Distagon, Planar, and Sonnar, to deliver a professional photography experience to creative professionals and cinematographers. Read Google Pixel 6 Review – Astoundingly Fabulous Google Flagship The phone is now available in Bangladesh in Cosmic Black and Aurora Brown colours for Tk72,990, according to a media statement.

Walton has received the "President's Award for Industrial Development 2019" for contribution to the private sector, employment generation and economy of the country. Walton Hi-Tech Industries Limited got the prestigious award as the top organisation in the high-tech industry category this year. On Thursday, the award was handed over at a programme in the capital. Nineteen industrial units under six categories, including Walton, received the awards. Read: Walton Director Tanna gets JCI Young Entrepreneur Award President Abdul Hamid was virtually present as the chief guest. Planning Minister MA Mannan, Industries Minister Nurul Majid Mahmud Humayun and State Minister for Industries Ministry Kamal Ahmed Majumder were present as special guests. Golam Murshed, managing director and chief executive officer of Walton Hi-Tech Industries Limited, received the award on behalf of Walton. The award was introduced by the Ministry of Industries in the name of the president to encourage the creativity of the private sectors. Each organisation was given a crest and a certificate as a reward. Read 'Golden Jubilee Bangladesh Concert' held at MSG in association with Walton Golam Murshed said: "Bangladesh is now a manufacturing and export-oriented country in the electronics sector with Walton having exported goods worth $14 million this year. We have set a target of exporting electronics products worth $1 billion by 2025."

Chinese telecom giant Huawei Monday announced the toppers of its Seeds For The Future 2021 Bangladesh programme from eight universities. Seeds For The Future is Huawei's flagship corporate social responsibility (CSR) programme dedicated to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) students worldwide and was launched in Bangladesh in 2014. This year, the University of Dhaka (DU), Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), Rajshahi University of Engineering and Technology (RUET), Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology (CUET), Khulna University of Engineering and Technology (KUET), Islamic University of Technology (IUT), Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST) and East West University (EWU) joined the event. Read Huawei BUET ICT Academy to develop talent ecosystem More than 600 students from these eight universities rolled in the selection phase. And from there, 16 toppers, one male and one female student from each university, were selected based on their academic record, spot-exam, presentation skill and innovative thinking. The 16 students are Imtiaz Ahmed, and Syeda Fatima Fayruj from BUET; Sumayya Rahman, and Mehedi Hasan from KUET; Nahian Rifaat, and Nazifa Rahman Adhora from RUET; Aninda Nandy, and Fatema Islam Tania from CUET; Syed Doha Uddin, and Nishat Tasnim from the DU; Seeamoon Hasiba Reza, and Mohtasim Tasnim Zaman from EWU; Kazi Arham Kabir, and Sadia Karishma Kabir from AUST; AKM Rakib, and Ramisha Raida Karim from IUT.  Traditionally, the selected students go to China for a study trip. However, due to Covid-19, the training has been shifted to an online programme. Read 5G Quiz campaign: Huawei announces winners "As Bangladesh is progressing fast and digital transformation will determine our future growth, we are in dire need of skilled young people. So, Huawei' Seeds For The Future will yield positive outcomes not only for the future leaders but also for the country," Deputy Minister for Education Mohibul Hassan Chowdhoury said at the event. "We started this programme in Bangladesh seven years ago, and the response has been phenomenal. Huawei considers the youth as of today's seeds, which must be facilitated with proper care so that they can prove to be assets in the future," said Zhang Zhengjun, CEO of Huawei Technologies Bangladesh.   "Today's youths are the future of tomorrow. Huawei, through the Seeds for the Future Programme, is supporting Bangladesh's emerging ICT talent and future ICT leaders by broadening their knowledge and equipping them with skills that will be useful and relevant to them both in their professional careers as well as lives as responsible global citizens," Beatrice Kaldun, Unesco representative to Bangladesh, said. Read Huawei Bangladesh for collaborative efforts to widen digital education, online learning scopes "This programme has been an excellent opportunity for our students to develop skills and learn so many things firsthand from experts and Huawei engineers," BUET Vice-Chancellor Professor Satya Prasad Majumder said. 

Robi ended the third quarter of the year with a profit after tax (PAT) of Tk86.5 crore. The company's PAT grew 85.4 per cent compared to the last quarter. Compared to the same quarter last year, Robi's PAT grew 122.3 per cent in Q3 of 2021. In comparison to the first nine months of last year, Robi's PAT for the first nine months of this year grew 44.3 per cent. Read BBS partners with Robi to deliver Bangladesh's 1st digital census data Supported by steadily rising revenue, and efficient cost management, the company's PAT for the first nine months of the year reached Tk167.4 crore. Robi's financial results for Q3 were released Sunday at a virtual press briefing event. Compared to Q2 '21, Robi's 4G subscriber base grew 12.7 per cent in Q3 '21; compared to the same quarter last year, its 4G subscriber base grew 51.1 per cent. Out of a total subscriber base of 5 crore 30 lakhs, 2 crore 24 lakhs are 4G subscribers. Besides, 74 per cent of the company's subscribers are now data users.  Read Robi launches iftar distribution programme for underprivileged children outside Dhaka Although the subscriber base grew 5.8 per cent compared to the same quarter last year, Robi's subscriber base grew 2.3 per cent in Q3 '21. Robi’s subscriber market share stood at 29.5 per cent at the end of Q3 '21. Robi's revenue reached Tk2,085 crore in Q3 '21 following a rise of 2.7 per cent compared to the last quarter. Compared to the same quarter last year, Robi's revenue rose 7.8 per cent. In the first nine months (January to September) of this year, Robi's revenue reached Tk6,097 crore. Read Robi wins silver at ICMAB Best Corporate Award Robi's earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) in Q3 '21 stood at Tk861.2 crore, following a rise of 0.8 per cent compared to the last quarter, compared to the same quarter last year, EBITDA grew 9.3 per cent. EBITDA margin at the end of Q3 '21 stood at 41.3 per cent. The company's earnings per share (EPS) in Q3 '21 was Tk0.17; in Q2 '21 the EPS was Tk0.09, and in Q3 '20 it was Tk0.08. However, for the first nine months of this year (January to September), the EPS was Tk0.32. Including a capex investment of Tk650.7 crore in Q3 '21, the total capex investment in the first nine months of the year reached Tk1,386 crore. Robi paid Tk1,119 crore to the government exchequer in Q3 '21, which was 53.7 per cent of its revenue for the quarter. Read Robi partners with Green Delta to provide health insurance package The total amount paid to the government exchequer during the first nine months of this year reached Tk3,373 crore, which is 55.3 per cent of the company's total revenue for this period. The company had 14,466 sites at the end of Q3 '21. Robi's Acting CEO and CFO M Riyaaz Rashid said: "We are very happy to see our profit rising steadily every quarter this year. However, it is very disappointing to note that our PAT in the first nine months could have been Tk289.3 crore, instead of Tk167.4 crore, had we not been subjected to a further 2 per cent minimum turnover tax. Our shareholders are certainly being deprived of the value they deserve for their investment in the company due to this reason." Read Victory Day celebration: Robi to recreate 'Purbo Digonte Shurjo Utheche'

Global technology company SHAREit Group Saturday announced that its file-sharing, content streaming and gaming app SHAREit has been recognised among the top 10 fastest growing apps globally due to a high volume of downloads during Q3 2021. The rankings of the Top Breakout Apps in Q3 are provided by App Annie, which is the industry's most trusted mobile data and analytics platform. READ: Banglalink wins CSR award for 'Empowering through Employment' initiative with Kormo In the recently released edition of the Performance Index report by AppsFlyer, SHAREit ranked highly across multiple categories and regions, spotted fourth globally after Google, Facebook and TikTok in the non-gaming volume rankings for IAP index across all categories. SHAREit also emerged as the fastest-growing publisher in North America and second in Latin America, after TikTok. "The pandemic pushed consumers around the globe to spend more time on their mobile phones, where they have been looking for entertainment and gaming options. This has sparked SHAREit's usage in newer markets and accelerated its adoption in the existing ones," Karam Malhotra, partner and global vice-president of SHAREit Group, said. "Specifically, in the emerging markets like Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Africa, where consumers do not have a steady internet connection, SHAREit, through its offline capability, has been making digital content more accessible by enabling them to share apps, music, videos and games with their peers." "We are excited to be amongst the top 10 fastest-growing apps in the world and our two recent major achievements have well highlighted the growth rate and value of our products and marketing platform services globally, which have been widely recognised by our users and partners," Karam said. READ: Short film 'A Happy Man' shot entirely on vivo X70 Pro 5G SHAREit's primary feature is the near distance peer to peer files transfer, allowing users to share pictures, music, and more, with other devices without using an active internet. It has also established itself as a one-stop digital content platform, providing users with gaming, content discovery and consumption services.

Banglalink has won the corporate social responsibility (CSR) award in the financial inclusion category for its "Empowering through Employment" initiative with Kormo Jobs by Google. Jointly presented by The Daily Star and CSR Window Bangladesh, the award recognises corporates for their innovative and world-class CSR initiatives, social projects and programmes implemented for sustainable impacts in the society. Erik Aas, chief executive officer of Banglalink, received the award at a ceremony. Read Banglalink's digital services marketplace AppLink launched Banglalink partnered with Kormo Jobs, a job-matching app by Google that specialises in entry-level jobs, to set up dedicated Kormo Jobs Kiosks in selected Banglalink outlets, where Kormo representatives assist job-seekers in finding employment opportunities and accessing learning resources through the Kormo Jobs app. As a strategic partner of Kormo Jobs, Banglalink also works with Kormo Jobs to jointly hold virtual career development sessions, job fairs and other events aimed at boosting youth employment. From five finalists for the award, Banglalink was selected as the winner for playing an exemplary role in empowering the youth through this CSR project. Read Ookla Speedtest Award: Banglalink ranked fastest mobile network for 4th time Erik said: "We are delighted and proud of receiving this prestigious award, which is a testimony to the role Banglalink has been playing as a socially responsible corporate organisation. There are so many talented people in our country, and our key objective behind the partnership with Kormo Jobs is to facilitate youth employment through the use of our service points and multiple digital initiatives." Bickey Russell, co-lead of Kormo Jobs and director of operations at Google's Next Billion Users initiative, said: "Our partnership with Banglalink has enabled the Kormo Jobs app to reach thousands of job-seekers quickly and help them find career opportunities." Read Banglalink skill development programme: 'Digirevolution' Season 1 ends

Smartphone Brand ‘realme’ launches Cardless EMI facility exclusively on trending e-Commerce platform ‘Salextra’. People who do not haveCredit card, can easily avail the offer on Salextra’s Official Website and its facebook page, said a press release. The companies have announced the exclusive campaign jointly with a view to promising superiorexperience to Tech lovers. Read:' Youth-centric strategy made realme a top smartphone brand in Bangladesh' The Customers can enjoy 0% EMI for purchasing any realme Smartphone in this campaign without using Credit Card. Any salaried person with a minimum earning of 20,000 BDT will be considered eligible in this Campaign. The whole process is very simple. The customer can orderany realme Smartphone through https://www.salextra.com.bd/realme and follow the procedure. realme offers wide range of Smartphones considering features and budget it promises. The newly launched realme GT Master Edition is also available in the campaign, along with realme 8, realme 8 5G, realme C25s (4/128) and realme C21Y (4/64). Read: Realme GT Master Edition at 12-month EMI facility in Daraz It has been observed that many people cannot buy high-end smartphones because they don’t have credit cards. Taking the necessity of such smartphone users into account, youth-centric brand realme has collaborated with Salextra, it said. realme is developing a diverse portfolio of 5G products with an aim to offer 100 million 5G phones in the next three years to the young users. Besides affordable 5G phones, realme will also bring more AIoT products to young consumers as realme has entered AIoT 2.0 development phase with its advanced ‘1+5+T’ strategy. According to Canalys, realme became the top 1 smartphone maker in Bangladesh during Q2, 2021. realme has also become a top 6 smartphone vendor in the global rankings, according to Counterpoint research. Read Realme narzo 50, C31 available across Bangladesh