Telecom

Telecom

Samsung unveils six microwaves assembled by Transcom

Samsung Electronics Bangladesh has introduced six distinct models of microwave ovens that are being assembled in the country by its local partner Transcom Electronics Limited.."The new models combine innovative technology with practical features that make cooking smarter and healthier," sa

2d ago

Veon eyes space-based connectivity for Bangladesh in partnership with Starlink

Veon CEO Kaan Terzioglu revealed the plan during an interview with Bloomberg at the World Economic Forum in Davos.

1w ago

BTRC initiates telecom licensing reforms for better services

The Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has launched efforts to reform the country’s telecom licensing regime to align with contemporary demands.

1w ago

Excessive taxation barrier to affordable internet in rural areas: experts

The government's excessive taxation is the primary barrier to affordable internet access for rural communities in Bangladesh, experts said yesterday..When a mobile phone user buys a Tk 100 worth internet package, over Tk 60 goes directly into the government's pocket, they said..Since

1w ago

Stakeholders outraged by proposed tax hike on mobile phone use

If implemented, total tax burden on mobile phone users will be around 56.3%

3w ago

Mobile phone talktime, internet to be costlier

The NBR will increase supplementary duty on mobile phone usage by 3 percentage points

3w ago

Experts divided over importance of SMP for telecom competition

Experts are divided over the implementation of significant market player (SMP) guidelines in the telecommunications sector..Some argue that broad implementation is essential for fair competition and investment, while others believe expanding network coverage and creating value for customer

4w ago

Robi gets acting CEO, as Rajeev Sethi moves to a new role within Axiata

Riyaaz Rasheed, current CFO, will be the acting CEO with effect from February 1 of 2025

1m ago

Global orgs urge BTRC, telcos to provide unfettered internet

A group of global and regional organisations working on connectivity and ending internet shutdowns today urged the telecom regulator and mobile operators to ensure unhindered mobile internet access during BNP's rally in Dhaka tomorrow.

2y ago

MFS operators allowed to bring in remittance

Mobile financial service providers have been allowed to bring in remittances to Bangladesh, a move that would permit migrant workers to transfer funds to their beneficiaries directly, fast, digitally, and in a secure way.

2y ago

Internet users dip in October

The number of internet subscribers in Bangladesh, including those using mobile internet, fell in the three months to October while the growth in broadband connections flattened.

2y ago

5G to connect the entire population: Jabbar

The 5G (fifth generation) is going to play a very important role in changing almost everything in Bangladesh, including industry and education, and it will connect the whole population to very high-speed internet, said Telecom Minister Mustafa Jabbar today.

2y ago

GP allowed to sell 78,000 SIMs

The telecom regulator has allowed Grameenphone to sell 78,000 SIMs to the army, police and other government and corporate customers, more than four and a half months after the operator was ordered to stop selling new SIMs.

2y ago

GP allowed to sell 78,000 SIMs 

The telecom regulator has allowed Grameenphone to sell 78,000 SIMs to the army, police, and other government and corporate customers, more than four and a half months after the operator was ordered to stop selling new connections.

2y ago

Submarine Cable clocks Tk 65.47cr profit in Q1

Bangladesh Submarine Cable Company Limited (BSCCL) reported a 34.57 per cent increase in profit to Tk 65.47 crore in the first quarter of the 2022-23.  

2y ago

Robi to invest Tk 2.5cr in digital start-ups

Robi yesterday announced that it would invest Tk 2.5 crore in digital start-ups who will make their way to the top of flagship digital entrepreneurship competition r-ventures 3.0.

2y ago

Robi to invest Tk 2.5 crore for digital start-ups through r-ventures 3.0

Robi today announced that it will invest Tk 2.5 crore on the digital start-ups who will make their way to the top of flagship digital entrepreneurship competition r-ventures 3.0.

2y ago

Knowledge on tech a must for smart economy

Enhancing knowledge on technology among people, the government and industry is essential to make a “Smart Bangladesh”, experts said yesterday.

2y ago