Bangladesh’s top mobile operators, Grameenphone and Robi, have each secured 20 MHz of spectrum in the 2.6 GHz band for Tk 1,160 crore under a 15-year contract. This allocation aims to improve network quality, reduce congestion, and enhance connectivity. The deal faced delays due to USD exchange rate fluctuations, but was ultimately approved at the operators’ proposed price. The additional spectrum is crucial for better mobile network performance and data transfer rates. the daily star
OpenAI has announced a prototype called “SearchGPT,” designed to challenge Google’s search engine dominance. This AI-powered search tool combines OpenAI’s models with web information to answer queries quickly and provide relevant sources. Currently in testing with a small group, SearchGPT will eventually be integrated into ChatGPT. The tool allows for conversational queries and follow-up questions. OpenAI is collaborating with publishers to refine the technology, emphasizing the importance of respecting journalism in AI-powered search. NDTV
EU antitrust regulators have charged Meta Platforms for non-compliance with the Digital Markets Act, targeting the company’s new “pay or consent” advertising model for Facebook and Instagram in Europe. The European Commission claims the binary choice breaches user rights by forcing consent to data combination without offering an equivalent, less personalized alternative. Meta argues its model complies with European court rulings. The company faces potential fines of up to 10% of global annual turnover if found guilty. NDTV