Trump inks executive order to form ‘Strategic Bitcoin Reserve’
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday for establishing a "Strategic Bitcoin Reserve," forcefully endorsing a currency once shunned as a tool for money launderers.
The government stockpile, which backers liken to a "digital Fort Knox," will be composed of digital currency seized in US criminal proceedings, said David Sacks, the White House's crypto "czar," emphasizing in a social media post that Thursday's move made good on a Trump campaign promise.
The use of these assets "means it will not cost taxpayers a dime," Sacks said in a post on X.
"The purpose of the Stockpile is responsible stewardship of the government's digital assets under the Treasury Department."
Automation reshapes RMG industries, but at what cost?
In one of Dhaka’s largest garment factories, a young woman swiftly sewed a piece of grey fabric and passed it down the production line. She impatiently awaited the next piece, willing her colleague to work faster.
Above her sewing machine, a screen emitted a red warning—she had completed only seven pieces so far, against a daily target of 101. The screen’s colour would shift to orange as she progressed and turn green if she met her target. Failure to maintain pace consistently could result in dismissal.
* Automation in garment factories is leading to job cuts, especially for women.
* Smart surveillance devices monitor workers as factories struggle t...
NCP hosts Iftar, policy discussion in Laksam
The National Citizens' Party (NCP) hosted an Iftar and policy discussion at the Greenview Restaurant in Laksam on Thursday, marking a crucial step in promoting the party's vision of a "Second Republic" for Bangladesh. The event attracted a distinguished gathering of political leaders, social activists, and student representatives, all united to deliberate on the future of Bangladesh and the NCP’s blueprint for socioeconomic reform.
Barrister Mazharul Islam Sohel, Central M...
BU VC Dr. Suchita meets Education Adviser
The Vice-Chancellor of Barishal University (BU), Professor Dr. Suchita Sharmin, paid a courtesy visit to the Education Adviser, Professor Dr. Chowdhury Rafiqul Abrar.
The meeting took place on Thursday (March 6) at 1:30 PM in the office of the Education Adviser.
Among the vice-chancellors, the Barishal University Vice-Chancellor was the first to meet The Education...
Path to reform: Former US envoys meet Chief Adviser
Right to Freedom (R2F), a US-bansed rghtss body, has actively supported Bangladesh civil society organisations and young activists who played a key role in the 5 August Student Uprising—a movement that ultimately led to the downfall of a regime whose mismanagement had forced Bangladesh to seek assistance from the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Bangladesh has been undergoing a profound democratic transition following years of systemic corruption, political repression, and economic mismanagement under the previous regime. The country’s human rights landscape was marred by enforced disappearances, suppression of dissent, and widespread electoral fraud, leading to growing unrest.
Empathy and teachers’ training in educational psychology
Empathy, the ability to understand and share the feelings of others, is a cornerstone of effective teaching. In the realm of education, empathy is not merely a soft skill but a critical tool that enables teachers to connect with their students, foster inclusive learning environments, and address the diverse emotional and cognitive needs of learners. As education systems worldwide strive to create mo...
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