Telecom

Telecom

BTRC cancels licences of 334 ISPs, others

The Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has revoked the licences of 334 internet service providers (ISPs), business process outsourcing (BPO), telecommunication value added services (TVAS) and vehicle tracking services (VTS) mainly for failing to comply with regulatory rules for licence renewal.

2w ago

BTRC lifts bar on local cache for faster internet

The Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) yesterday repealed a directive it had passed in 2021 restricting small and medium-sized internet service providers (ISPs) from installing cache servers for their network..This policy reversal is expected to enhance internet spee

3w ago

Robi launches video chat support for speech, hearing-impaired customers

This service will connect the users with agents trained in sign language from 10 am to 7pm daily

1m ago

Banglalink launches AI-powered lifestyle pack RYZE

Banglalink has launched a new digital lifestyle prepaid package, styled “RYZE”, aimed at empowering young users with a dynamic digital experience..Aligning with the government’s vision to support youth through upskilling opportunities, the new pack provides AI-powered productivity tools fo

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BTRC to issue more NTTN licences if needed

Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) will issue more Nationwide Telecommunication Transmission Network (NTTN) licences if services to customers are compromised as the regulator prioritises service quality, said BTRC Chairman Maj Gen (retd) Md Emdad Ul Bari yesterday.

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BASIS appoints M Rashidul Hasan as new president

The association also outlines roadmap for reforms, elections

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Robi Axiata’s profit rises 78% in Q3

The telecom operator made Tk 188.7 crore in Jul-Sep this year from Tk 106 crore in the same period last year

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Grameenphone gets new chief corporate affairs officer

Tanveer Mohammad’s appointment comes into effect on November 1 this year

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Grameenphone users face network outage

It lasted for over half an hour after 6pm today

1y ago

Mobile subscriber base gets another boost in July

The mobile subscriber base in Bangladesh continues to grow as network operators in the country acquired a total of about 14 lakh customers in July, registering the biggest monthly jump in over a year.

1y ago

ISPs may require storing user data for extended period

The internet regulator in Bangladesh is amending a guideline in order to double the duration of storing user data and network usage records by internet service providers (ISPs).

1y ago

Robi makes Tk 24.4 crore profit in Q2

Robi-Axiata Ltd, the second-largest mobile phone operator in Bangladesh, made a Tk 24.4 crore profit in the second quarter of 2023.

1y ago

Robi to launch subsidiary to sell digital services

Mobile phone operator Robi is going to launch a new subsidiary "AxEnTec PLC" to sell and distribute IT solutions and digital services in Bangladesh.

1y ago

GP makes Tk 1,973cr profit in January-June

Grameenphone, the largest mobile phone operator in Bangladesh, registered a 14 per cent year-on-year higher profit to Tk 1,973 crore in the first half of 2023. 

1y ago

17 IIG operators fined Tk 45 lakh

Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has recently decided to fine 17 International Internet Gateway (IIG) service operators a total of Tk 45 lakh for violating rules, including under invoicing, not sharing revenue and changing share structures without prior approval. 

1y ago

Robi to borrow $55m from owning company

Mobile phone operator Robi Axiata Limited has decided to take a $55 million loan from its parent company Axiata Group.

1y ago

Robi launches tourist SIM

Robi, the second-largest mobile network operator in Bangladesh, today launched tourist SIM for travellers visiting the country.

1y ago

Robi launches tourist SIM

The dedicated SIM card offers a wide range of services, including local and international calls, SMS, and data usage, supported by Robi's robust 4.5G network coverage, the company said in a statement.

1y ago