Securing venture capital is often the difference between startup success and failure, yet many founders find investor relationships mysterious and intimidating. The fundraising landscape rewards strategic approaches that combine relationship-building, social proof, and disciplined communication. Wh
ShopUp, Bangladesh's largest B2B commerce platform, and Sary, the leading B2B marketplace and services platform in the Gulf, have merged to form SILQ Group. This merger brings together Gulf & Emerging Asia, creating the largest B2B commerce platform to serve the fastest-growing consumer markets in
In a country where the gap between academia and industry demands continues to widen, Interactive Cares, a leading EdTech platform, has taken a big step toward revolutionising skill development and career advancement with the launch of its cutting-edge 'Interactive Cares Academy App. Designed as a
Intelsense AI, a Bangladesh-based AI company, has announced the successful close of a BDT three crore pre-seed funding round. Osman Haidar, the chairperson of LOS Technology Limited, led the investment. This marks a significant step for Intelsense AI, poised to lead the Bangladeshi AI industry. In
Celebrating innovation and entrepreneurship, Bangladesh Angels Network (BAN) hosted its much-anticipated "BAN Mini Showcase, powered by ShopUp," on Saturday, May 4th, 2024. The event, hosted at ShopUp's headquarters at SKS Tower, Mohakhali, presented four promising startups poised to revolutionize
To be economically replete to cope up with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) - 2030, every country is going to apprise a number of initiatives to their development plan, whether reshuffling the path of work agenda or motivating the new ventures to make people financially independent. The dev
As a startup founder, hiring the right team is crucial for your company's success. However, many startups make common mistakes in their hiring practices that can lead to long-term issues. Here are some of the most frequent mistakes startups make when building their team and how to avoid them. Givi
Supply Chain Alliance (SCA), a club at the Faculty of Business Studies, University of Dhaka, has recently wrapped up its flagship event 'Rookie's Inception 3.0'. Rookie's Inception is an initiative that recognises students' potential and strives to unleash their capabilities. It is one of the large
In the age of Shark Tank and Tech Unicorns, where every fledgling company is hailed as the next big thing, it seems we've concocted a special category just for them: ‘startups’. Although in some cases what may sometimes seem like a struggling and confused venture can emerge as the leade
Year 2024, the Year of the Dragon, is set to bring strength, courage, and good fortune. The startup world is no exception. As global economic conditions continue to change, the startup economy encounters a fluid landscape navigating through unique challenges and potential opportunities. Looking at
In the ethereal realm of photography, where moments are immortalised with the click of a shutter, the Bangladesh Youth Photography Exhibit, Season 2, is set to unfold. Orchestrated by Glory Photography Ltd, this event is a testament to the inexhaustible wellspring of talent residing in the youth
Orange Corners, a global initiative by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands, is making significant strides in empowering young entrepreneurs in Bangladesh. Commissioned by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Bangladesh in partnership with the Netherlands Enterprise Agency
Druto Fintech Limited, a rising fintech startup, has successfully raised USD 1,25,000 in a pre-seed funding round. This financial injection comes after four and a half years of bootstrapping, during which Drutoloan maintained a positive cash flow. The investment, sourced from both local and
