17 September 2025
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Bangladesh Drops Six Places in Surfshark’s Digital Quality of Life Index, Ranking 82nd Globally

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Bangladesh has fallen six places to 82nd in Surfshark’s 2025 Digital Quality of Life Index, ranking 121 countries by digital wellbeing across five pillars. It performed best in internet quality at 65th, though speeds remain below global averages. Affordability challenges persist, with over four hours of work needed monthly for fixed broadband access. The country ranked 73rd in e-government and 85th in e-security, trailing India but ahead of Pakistan.

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Halan Microfinance Bank Expands into Pakistan, Aiming to Transform Financial Inclusion

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Halan Microfinance Bank, expanding into Pakistan, plans to enhance financial inclusion through digital and microfinance services. With a focus on underserved communities, the company aims to provide unsecured loans, vehicle financing, and Shariah-compliant products. Halan has already acquired Advance Microfinance Bank and plans to double its customer base in Pakistan.

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Al-Itqan Legal Group and Amazon Payment Services Forge Strategic Partnership to Boost Kuwait’s Digital Payments

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Al-Itqan Legal Group and Amazon Payment Services have partnered to advance Kuwait’s digital payments ecosystem. The collaboration aims to develop legal frameworks, enhance electronic transaction infrastructure, and support payment technology adoption, aligning with Kuwait’s vision for sustainable digital transformation and economic growth.

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Pakistan Telecommunication Authority Seeks Extension for VPN Registration Deadline

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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has requested an extension for the VPN registration deadline beyond November 30, 2024, due to concerns about the complexity of the process. The Interior Ministry previously mandated registration of unregistered VPNs to curb misuse, including accessing illegal content and ensuring compliance with security regulations.

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Omantel Reports Increased Cybersecurity Challenges in 2024 Amid Growing Digital Threats

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Omantel has reported a rise in cyber and telecom threats targeting its subscriber base in 2024. The company successfully blocked millions of attacks, utilizing AI-driven security measures. Its mobile and broadband subscriber growth helped increase domestic revenue. Omantel continues to enhance its cybersecurity posture, securing its 5G and cloud infrastructure.

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