Bangladesh has granted Starlink a 10-year operating license, allowing the satellite internet provider to offer high-speed services across the country. This makes Bangladesh the second South Asian nation to approve Starlink’s operations. The move is expected to boost competition in the broadband and mobile internet markets.
The BTRC has proposed significant reforms to Bangladesh’s telecom licensing structure through the “Telecommunication Network and Licensing Regime Reform Policy 2025.” The new policy aims to simplify the system by reducing licensing layers and merging several services, with a focus on enhancing regulatory autonomy and modernizing the sector.
Beyon has released its financial results for the first quarter of 2025, reporting a net profit of BHD 18.1 million…
Kalaam Telecom, Mida Solutions, and FVC have signed a strategic agreement to provide advanced communication solutions in the MEA region. This collaboration offers businesses a one-stop-shop for CCaaS, UCaaS, compliance call recording, and analytics, with local hosting in Saudi Arabia and Bahrain to ensure data sovereignty and regulatory compliance.
stc Bahrain is the Official Telecom Partner for Bahrain Comic Con 2025, providing advanced connectivity and interactive experiences for over 40,000 attendees. The event, held on May 2-3, will showcase creativity and innovation, with giveaways through stc pay, enriching the vibrant atmosphere of this major pop culture gathering.
HUTCH has partnered with Singer Sri Lanka to introduce a fully digital onboarding model for eSIM activation, simplifying the mobile experience. Customers can now easily activate eSIMs or request physical SIMs via a seamless, paperless process. This collaboration also offers discounts on select smartphones, enhancing digital inclusivity.
BoxCommerce has launched its platform in the UAE, targeting the growing mobile commerce market and SMEs with user-friendly e-commerce solutions. The platform helps businesses set up online stores quickly, manage inventory, and process payments, aiming to become the go-to solution for emerging-market merchants.
IDEMIA and the Technology Control Company (TCC) have signed an MoU to enhance Saudi Arabia’s travel, transport, and smart city solutions. The collaboration focuses on AI-driven biometrics, smart city initiatives, and training in biometric technologies, supporting Saudi Vision 2030 and improving security, efficiency, and passenger experience.
The Saudi Esports Federation (SEF) has partnered with PUBG Mobile to integrate Saudi eLeague into the PUBG Mobile National Championship. The winner will qualify for the PUBG Mobile World Cup, with a $3 million prize pool. The collaboration aims to enhance Saudi Arabia’s esports ecosystem and provide growth opportunities for local players.
Qatar Airways unveiled an Arabic-enabled version of Sama, the world’s first AI digital cabin crew, at ATM 2025 in Dubai. The airline also introduced a virtual reality tour of Hamad International Airport and showcased its Qsuite Next Gen. Additionally, QA announced increased summer flights and signed new tourism partnerships.
