Amazon Web Services (AWS) has reported that two of its data centers in the United Arab Emirates were damaged in drone strikes. The company also confirmed a separate drone incident near another AWS facility in Bahrain. According to AWS, the attacks caused direct structural damage and disrupted power supply to one of the affected buildings.

AWS, a global provider of data storage and digital services, stated that the damaged centers host critical infrastructure supporting websites and online applications. The company warned that such incidents could have serious consequences for businesses relying on its regional operations.

In response to what it described as an unexpected situation in the Middle East, AWS urged customers to immediately back up their data or consider relocating their systems to other regions, including the United States, Asia, or Europe.

Bangladesh Telecommunications Company Limited (BTCL) has suspended the trial launch of its Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) service. The company confirmed the decision in an official Facebook post on Friday, February 27, 2026, citing unavoidable reasons. BTCL stated that customers will be informed later about the marketing of MVNO SIM cards.

Earlier, BTCL had announced that its MVNO SIM and triple-play packages combining voice, data, and content would be available from February 15 at sales centers in Ramna, Gulistan, and Gulshan. The company had also inaugurated the trial of an unlimited quad-play service under the MVNO model on February 3 at its Ramna office. The government had granted BTCL approval for the experimental MVNO network on November 25 of the previous year.

BTCL had planned to provide mobile services using Teletalk Bangladesh Limited’s network infrastructure under the MVNO model, which allows service without owning a mobile network. The suspension delays the company’s planned entry into the mobile service market.

WhatsApp is introducing a new message scheduling feature that allows users to write and set messages in advance for automatic delivery at a chosen date and time. The feature is currently being tested in the iOS beta version 26.710.72, with an Android rollout expected soon. Users can schedule greetings, reminders, or work-related messages without needing to be online when the message is sent.

The new option, available under the 'Chat Info' screen, lets users view all scheduled messages, edit their content, or delete them before sending. This feature aims to help users manage busy schedules and avoid forgetting important dates or communications. It marks the first time in WhatsApp’s 17-year history that users can schedule messages directly within the app.

By automating message delivery, WhatsApp seeks to make personal and professional communication more convenient, reducing the need for external reminders or third-party scheduling tools.

Huawei has introduced its new smartwatch, the Watch GT 6 Pro, at an event in Dubai. The company claims the device can detect early signs of diabetes risk by analyzing key physiological indicators, going beyond standard functions like tracking heart rate or walking speed. The smartwatch uses Huawei’s advanced photoplethysmography (PPG) technology, a light-based sensor typically used for heart rate and oxygen monitoring, combined with powerful software algorithms.

Unlike traditional glucose monitoring methods, the Watch GT 6 Pro does not pierce the skin or use needles. It observes PPG signal variations over a period of three to fourteen days and analyzes the data to predict potential metabolic irregularities. The results are displayed in three levels of risk: low, medium, and high. Tests were conducted on about 150 volunteers under Dubai Health Facilities, supervised by endocrinology and diabetes specialist Dr. Mariam Al Said of Mohammed Bin Rashid University.

Experts cited in the report noted that around 43 percent of people with diabetes remain undiagnosed, suggesting Huawei’s warning system could be life-saving for such users.

An article published on February 23, 2026, by Arif Bin Nazrul in Amader Desh explains how every online activity leaves behind a digital footprint. These traces, whether from social media posts, online shopping, or simple searches, remain stored across the internet. The report distinguishes between active footprints, created by deliberate sharing, and passive ones, formed unknowingly through cookies, IP addresses, and browsing data. It emphasizes that the internet rarely forgets, even when users delete content.

The piece highlights that in today’s digital economy, data is power. Large technology companies analyze user behavior to tailor advertisements and content, turning personal information into a valuable commodity. However, when such data falls into the wrong hands through breaches or hacking, it can lead to identity theft, fraud, or financial harm. Algorithms also build behavioral profiles that influence what information users see, potentially narrowing their online experiences.

The article concludes that while erasing digital footprints is nearly impossible, users can control them through awareness, privacy settings, strong passwords, and cautious sharing. Personal responsibility remains key in managing one’s digital presence.

Meta has announced that the standalone Messenger.com website will stop operating from April 6, 2026. After that date, users attempting to access Messenger.com will be automatically redirected to facebook.com/messages. This means that web-based messaging will only be available through Facebook’s main site. The Android and iOS mobile Messenger apps will continue to function as usual without any changes.

The company had previously discontinued the Messenger desktop applications for Windows and Mac, and this latest move extends that consolidation to the web version. Users who relied on Messenger.com without a Facebook account will now need to log in to Facebook to view or send messages. Small businesses, community groups, and individuals who preferred using the browser-based Messenger will have to switch to Facebook’s main desktop interface for chatting.

Meta’s decision marks another step in its broader integration strategy, bringing Messenger more tightly under the Facebook platform. Desktop users are advised to have their Facebook login credentials ready, as logging in will become mandatory for web-based messaging once the change takes effect.

Bangladesh’s Minister for Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology and Science and Technology, Fakir Mahbub Anam, has declared transparency and accountability as the guiding principles for the country’s ICT sector. Speaking on 15 February at the ICT Division’s conference room in Agargaon, Dhaka, during a reception organized by the division, he emphasized that professionalism and sincerity of officials are essential for implementing government policies effectively.

Anam described ICT as a vital and promising sector, highlighting the government’s priority to expand ICT services to every upazila and make technology accessible to all citizens. He urged officials to work responsibly and collaboratively, noting that the new government seeks to earn public trust through visible progress and effective initiatives. He added that his main goal is to advance the ICT sector under a new vision and policy framework in a transparent and dynamic environment.

ICT Division Secretary Shish Haydar Chowdhury welcomed the new minister, affirming that the division serves as the hub of the country’s digital transformation and is implementing projects on ICT laws, data centers, hi-tech parks, digital services, startups, cybersecurity, and skilled workforce development.

YouTube, the world’s largest video-sharing platform, experienced a major technical disruption late Tuesday night, affecting millions of users worldwide. According to AFP, users across multiple regions reported being unable to access services. YouTube confirmed on social media platform X that it was aware of the issue and that its technical team was working to resolve it.

The outage caused videos to stop displaying across several YouTube services, including the homepage, YouTube app, YouTube Music, and YouTube Kids, which were temporarily nonfunctional. The company later stated that the homepage had been restored, though full service recovery was still in progress. Monitoring site Downdetector reported receiving more than 300,000 user complaints, and improvements began around 1 a.m. GMT.

Owned by Google, YouTube serves over 2.5 billion active users each month, making the disruption one of the most significant recent service interruptions for the platform.

The Government of Bangladesh has introduced a free Freelancer ID Card to officially recognize the country’s freelance professionals. Applications are being processed through the official website freelancers.gov.bd under the Information and Communication Technology sector. The initiative aims to create a national database of genuine freelancers and bring their profession under formal state recognition.

Previously, freelancers faced difficulties proving their professional identity for banking, taxation, and institutional purposes. The new government-issued ID card is expected to serve as a credible identity document, potentially easing access to financial and government services. Applicants must be Bangladeshi citizens with a national ID, verifiable freelance income from international clients, and proof of completed work.

Authorities have warned applicants not to provide false information, as fraudulent submissions could lead to legal complications. The government expects that the collected data will help design future training, incentives, and financial support programs, marking a significant step toward institutionalizing Bangladesh’s growing freelancing sector.

The U.S.-based social media platform X has removed blue verification badges from several senior Iranian officials’ accounts following allegations that it provided paid services to individuals under U.S. sanctions. The action came after a report by the Tech Transparency Project claimed that X’s paid subscription service, X Premium, was available to sanctioned Iranian figures.

Among those whose verification was revoked are Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, Judiciary Chief Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, and Supreme National Security Council Secretary Ali Larijani. Under U.S. sanctions law, American companies are prohibited from conducting business with certain individuals and entities. X has not issued any official comment on the matter.

The platform, owned by Elon Musk, had previously faced criticism for altering the design of the Iranian flag emoji on its web platform during protests in Iran, replacing the Islamic Republic emblem with the older “lion and sun” symbol associated with monarchist groups.

Bangladesh Telecommunications Company Limited (BTCL) has postponed the launch of the country’s first Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) SIM and its integrated triple-play package combining voice, data, and content services. The launch, initially scheduled for February 15, 2026, will now take place on March 1, 2026, according to an official announcement citing unavoidable reasons for the delay.

A press release stated that BTCL successfully completed call tests for key MVNO services on February 8, 2026. These included voice and data calls, Alap-to-Mobile, Alap-to-Alap, and GPON integration. Despite earlier media reports suggesting a February 15 rollout, BTCL confirmed that the new date has been finalized for pilot marketing of the MVNO service.

Previously, the Ministry of Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology had announced that the MVNO SIM and triple-play package would be available at BTCL’s sales centers in Ramna, Gulistan, and Gulshan from February 15. The revised schedule now sets March 1 as the official market introduction date.

Kagojbari has signed a memorandum of understanding with Medico Bio in Dhaka’s Dhanmondi to provide laptops to 21 rural and underprivileged schools across Bangladesh. The initiative, announced in connection with International Mother Language Day, aims to ensure that no student is deprived of healthcare due to technological limitations. Through these laptops, over two thousand students will receive free consultations from Bangladesh Medical and Dental Council–registered and government-approved specialist doctors throughout the year.

Organizers stated that the project seeks to bring quality healthcare to grassroots students while strengthening digital infrastructure in rural education. Each school will have a teacher representative to coordinate digital appointments and consultations. The laptops are expected to support both telemedicine and digital learning, fostering long-term technological engagement among students.

Kagojbari has also announced a Guinness World Record education material donation campaign, aiming to distribute free learning supplies to about 450,000 students in 1,500 schools within 12 hours, setting a new global record for Bangladesh.

The Election Commission (EC) of Bangladesh has launched a new mobile application named Smart Election Management BD to deliver election results quickly and accurately to the public. The app allows voters to view real-time results and access election-related information directly from their phones during national or local elections. It is available for both Android and iOS platforms and can be downloaded from Google Play Store or Apple App Store.

Users can view results without logging in, but logging in with a voter ID or national identity number provides access to personal voter details, voter status, and polling center information. The app’s interface includes options to select election type and location, enabling users to see live updates from specific polling centers. Results are uploaded directly after vote counting, showing vote numbers, candidate or party shares, and percentages.

Smart Election Management BD also presents results through graphs and charts, helping users easily understand candidate standings and track progress as counting continues.

Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) are being deployed by the Bangladesh Air Force to provide continuous aerial monitoring during the upcoming 13th National Parliamentary Election and referendum. Officials from the central monitoring cell at the Election Building confirmed the deployment on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. The UAVs will operate within the country’s airspace to closely observe conditions on the ground and support law enforcement with real-time guidance.

According to the officials, a total of 3,730 Air Force personnel have been assigned to ensure the election proceeds smoothly and successfully. Under the direct supervision of the Air Force Chief, helicopters, transport aircraft, and multiple UAVs are operating in Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) roles across the country. The UAVs are described as strategic assets that contribute both to election monitoring and national airspace security.

The Election Commission has instructed the Air Force to provide live aerial video feeds from polling centers to the central monitoring cell and the Chief Adviser’s Office for real-time oversight.

The interim government of Bangladesh has launched two new digital platforms, the 'Shubhechha' mobile app and the 'Druto Ticket' online ticketing system, to enhance citizen services and improve travel management. The launch took place on Tuesday, with senior officials including Special Assistant for Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology Fayez Ahmed Taiyeb and ICT Division Secretary Shish Haydar Chowdhury presenting the details to Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus at the state guesthouse Jamuna.

The 'Shubhechha' app aims to strengthen engagement among expatriate Bangladeshis by providing access to over one hundred public services, while the 'Druto Ticket' platform is designed to ensure transparency and prevent irregularities in bus, rail, and air travel, especially during festivals. Chief Adviser Yunus expressed appreciation for the successful launch, emphasizing that the government’s goal is to deliver all services efficiently and without inconvenience to citizens.

He noted that the two platforms mark only the beginning of a broader digital initiative and expressed hope that the next elected government will expand these efforts to reach more people across the country.