Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
A GSMA report warns Bangladesh’s high spectrum costs and heavy taxation are holding back 5G adoption and network investment. By aligning spectrum prices with regional or global levels, the country could accelerate 5G rollout, raise speeds, and unlock up to $45 billion in economic growth by 2035.
Grameenphone and Robi Axiata have commercially launched Bangladesh’s first 5G services, covering all divisional headquarters. The rollout is hailed as a transformative milestone, promising faster connectivity, innovation, and economic growth, while positioning Bangladesh for a more advanced digital future.
Bangladesh is prioritising logistics reforms to cut trade costs and sustain export growth. Experts stress that reducing bottlenecks, modernising infrastructure, and enabling private-public partnerships are critical to maintaining competitiveness as the country transitions from LDC status.
Bangladeshi schools are rethinking teaching as AI tools like ChatGPT reshape classrooms. Educators see both risks to academic honesty and opportunities for innovation, adopting hybrid approaches that emphasise critical thinking, teacher training, and ethical guidelines to balance AI’s benefits with authentic learning.
Banglalink has installed an 80kW rooftop solar array at its Gazipur data center, producing 130MWh annually and cutting 60 tons of emissions. The project sets a sustainability benchmark for Bangladesh’s telco sector and reflects a regional shift toward renewable-powered infrastructure.
ECM Blockchain, founded by Bangladeshi entrepreneur Tanvirul Islam Prince, is the country’s first blockchain initiative with global scale. With a mainnet launch in Q4 2025, live ecosystem projects, and an active ICO, ECM aims to deliver scalable, low-cost infrastructure for trade, supply chains, finance, and Web3 innovation.
Bangladesh-China Apon Media Club and TMGB signed an MoU in Dhaka to expand cooperation in tech news exchange, journalist training, and professional development. The partnership aims to strengthen bilateral media ties, with China sharing expertise in AI and mobile journalism with Bangladeshi professionals.
Bangladesh’s TV market is embracing AI, with global and local brands introducing personalized, voice-controlled, and adaptive smart TVs. While affordability and infrastructure challenges remain, rising demand in urban centres and local innovation suggest AI features will soon become mainstream for Bangladeshi households.
Toffee will stream all 380 English Premier League matches for the 2025–26 season, delivering high-quality, real-time coverage across Bangladesh. The platform highlights local innovation, supports digital transformation, and strengthens Toffee’s position as the country’s leading destination for sports and entertainment.
Robi has launched international roaming in 70 countries, purchasable in local currency, with nine flexible packages. Travellers can activate plans through mobile apps, avoiding foreign SIMs and currency. The move is expected to enhance convenience, improve service quality, and boost government revenue.