ICT
Bangladesh lags behind peers in digital adoption for business
Less than half of the companies in Bangladesh use computers, according to a World Bank’s survey that revealed the country’s weak position in digital adoption for business compared to peer economies and neighboring nations.
Robi records a massive 153% jump in profit
It made Tk 106.7 crore in 2024’s Q1, up from Tk 42 crore in 2023’s Q1
Submarine cable breakdown disrupts Bangladesh internet
It will take at least 2 to 3 days to resume the connection
Apple CEO Tim Cook arrives in Vietnam to meet users, boost supplier ties
Apple CEO Tim Cook arrived in Hanoi on Monday, starting a two-day visit to Vietnam, a key manufacturing hub for the iPhone maker, during which he is expected to meet students and content creators, state media said.
Mobile operators call for restructuring taxation
Telecom operators and experts in Bangladesh yesterday demanded restructuring taxation in the sector, arguing that the rates in place are not only limiting the sector’s growth, but also potentially hindering the implementation of “Smart Bangladesh”.
Telenor to stay in Bangladesh for long
Telenor, the parent company of leading mobile phone operator Grameenphone, has a long-term commitment to the Bangladesh market.
ICT entrepreneurs demand extension of tax exemptions
With tax exemptions for the information technology (IT) and IT-enabled services sector ending after this fiscal year, ICT entrepreneurs are demanding the continuation of such incentives for seven more years to help build a ‘Smart Bangladesh’.
Some Teletalk customers to get access to Banglalink network from today
Some customers of Teletalk will be able to use Banglalink’s network from today as part of a ‘pre-commercial launch’ of national roaming services, bringing relief to subscribers of the state-run operator whose network is hamstrung by weak power backup.
a2i, Sublime to set up 50,000 digital centres
Aspire to Innovate (a2i) and Sublime Ltd has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for establishing 50,000 digital service centres in rural areas across Bangladesh, according to a press release.
Grameenphone’s profit rebounds in 2023
However, GP recommended dividend, which is lowest at least since 2015
IT exports in the slow lane as demand falls
Information technology exports from Bangladesh dropped 4.4 percent in the first five months of the current fiscal year as the demand for software developers and products has fallen due to the lingering global economic slowdown.
Veon completes $100m deal to sell Banglalink's towers to Summit
Veon Ltd has announced today that its wholly owned subsidiary Banglalink has completed the sale of part of its tower portfolio in Bangladesh to Summit Towers Limited for about Tk 1,100 crore or $100 million.
Startups defied economic downturn in 2023: study
The startup ecosystem in Bangladesh showcased a notable degree of resilience and adaptability in 2023, when economic uncertainty stemming from geopolitical tensions spread worldwide.
Teletalk, BTCL ordered to clear Tk 3,000 crore dues
The two will also face information system audits within this month
BTRC blocks 80% bandwidth of aamra technologies
The international internet gateway did not share outstanding revenue
IT startup Gas Monkey offers home delivery of LPG cylinder
Gas Monkey app showcases LPG gas cylinders of different brands
State telecom firms should become profitable by June: Palak
Otherwise, officials of the entities will no longer be there, the state minister says
Telco equipment importers to face penalty for late licence renewal
The telecom regulator has decided to slap a penalty on radio equipment vendors if they fail to have their licences renewed.
