Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Grameenphone, Bangladesh’s largest telecom operator, controls nearly half of the market despite SMP regulations. Rivals Robi and Banglalink accuse it of anti-competitive practices and have filed complaints with the Competition Commission. Regulators continue to face pressure to enforce rules that curb dominance while keeping the sector competitive.
Grameenphone has begun piloting Open RAN technology with Rakuten Symphony to test 4G and 5G NSA solutions ahead of a nationwide rollout in Bangladesh. Despite economic constraints, the Telenor-owned operator sees Open RAN as key to digital transformation, AI-driven growth, and enhancing its MyGP platform for millions of users.
Grameenphone saw declines in revenue and EBITDA in Q2 2025 but added 1.4 million customers, reflecting growth despite profitability pressures. Analyst consensus remains bullish with a Buy rating and NOK170 price target. Telenor continues to hold a strong position in Bangladesh’s telecom sector via Grameenphone.
Grameenphone reports slight profit increase despite revenue fall in Q2 2025; tax reductions aided marginal growth. Subscriber and data user base grows slightly amid macroeconomic challenges. Company declares 110% interim dividend.
Grameenphone is the first CSP to develop an Agentic AI-powered OSS/BSS solution using the Ericsson and AWS Gen-AI Lab. This AI-driven automation accelerates legacy product catalog migration, boosts operational efficiency, and improves time-to-market. The collaboration showcases the growing impact of generative AI in telecom operations, positioning Grameenphone as a leader in digital transformation in Bangladesh.
Grameenphone has introduced discounted limitless internet packs, offering up to 10% off on selected plans. The new offers, available through various customer touchpoints, provide affordable high-speed internet for seamless browsing, streaming, and remote work. The company aims to make high-speed digital connectivity accessible and affordable for all customers.
Ericsson has secured a six-year deal with Grameenphone to implement one of the largest AI-integrated catalog-driven charging and mediation solutions. The partnership will enhance Grameenphone’s backend systems, improve efficiency, and enable new business models, preparing the telco for future innovations like 5G deployment.
Grameenphone has extended its partnership with Edotco Bangladesh through a multi-year leasing agreement, supporting network expansion efforts to enhance coverage and digital access, even in remote areas. This collaboration strengthens Grameenphone’s infrastructure and contributes to Bangladesh’s digital empowerment goals.
Grameenphone, in partnership with Plan International Bangladesh and Telenor, hosted an event to highlight the impact of their “Safe Digital Space for Girls and Youth (SDSGY)” project. The initiative has empowered 2.9 million individuals, especially women, by providing digital skills and online safety awareness, bridging the digital divide for marginalized communities.
Ericsson has partnered with Grameenphone, Bangladesh’s leading mobile operator, to enhance innovation in artificial intelligence (AI) and automation. The memorandum of understanding (MoU) aims to establish a framework for collaboration, focusing on technology trials and partnerships to support sustainable growth in the telecommunications sector.