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
If implemented, total tax burden on mobile phone users will be around 56.3%
The NBR will increase supplementary duty on mobile phone usage by 3 percentage points
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
Riyaaz Rasheed, current CFO, will be the acting CEO with effect from February 1 of 2025
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.
The Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) yesterday repealed a directive it had passed in 2021 restricting small and medium-sized internet service providers (ISPs) from installing cache servers for their network..This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
This service will connect the users with agents trained in sign language from 10 am to 7pm daily
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
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.
The association also outlines roadmap for reforms, elections
The telecom operator made Tk 188.7 crore in Jul-Sep this year from Tk 106 crore in the same period last year
Tanveer Mohammad’s appointment comes into effect on November 1 this year
The number of mobile internet subscribers in Bangladesh dropped by nearly one crore to 12.69 crore in August, marking the second consecutive month of decline..Shahed Alam, chief corporate and regulatory officer at Robi, said customers have been discontinuing the use of secondary SIMs ever
Following the trend of July, the number of mobile subscribers in Bangladesh dropped significantly in August..The mobile network operators -- Grameenphone, Robi, Banglalink and Teletalk -- collectively lost about 18 lakh customers, taking the total mobile subscriber base to 19.24 crore..
The evolution of Bangladesh's startup ecosystem demonstrates how a local movement can have a profound impact and attract global recognition by addressing everyday challenges through innovative solutions.
Smartphone brand “realme” recently unveiled its latest handset, named “realme 12”, in the Bangladesh market..Featuring supervooc fast charging, fluid performance and photographic prowess, the new device sets standards in the mid-range segment with its ‘Born for Speed’ philosophy, said a pr
This is Bangladesh’s first speed-based limitless internet pack for mobile users
