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Bangladesh’s Ifty Shines as 1st Runner-up at IEEE R10-HTC 2024 Innovation Challenge

Rashedul Arefin Ifty

Rashedul Arefin Ifty, a talented Computer Science student from the International Islamic University Chittagong (IIUC), made Bangladesh proud by clinching the 1st runner-up position at the 12th IEEE Region 10 Humanitarian Technology Conference (R10-HTC) 2024 Innovation Challenge, held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on October 1.

Ifty’s project, AgriSage Tech, stood out among over 500 entries from across the Asia-Pacific, earning him a spot among the top three finalists. This innovative mobile app empowers farmers by providing accurate weather predictions, optimizing land use for crop cultivation, and forecasting ideal harvest periods. By leveraging machine learning, AgriSage Tech enables farmers to make informed decisions, safeguarding crops against unpredictable weather changes and potential natural disasters.

Still in its prototype phase, the app is set to revolutionize agriculture by helping farmers plan efficiently and take preventive actions against extreme weather conditions. Ifty’s achievement highlights Bangladesh’s growing presence in tech innovation on a global stage.

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