Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Bangladesh’s new telecom policy has cleared the path for MVNOs, enabling BTCL to launch mobile SIMs and app-based voice services. The state-owned operator plans to introduce triple-play and quad-play services, expanding consumer choice, competition, and digital inclusion through flexible, affordable packages.
Bangladesh’s new telecom policy formally recognizes MVNOs, reduces licensing categories from 12+ to four, and introduces a unified, technology-neutral framework. It sets foreign ownership caps, strict fibre rollout deadlines, SMP regulations, and environmental obligations, positioning the country for greater competition, digital innovation, and sustainable telecom growth.
Maxis has partnered with China Mobile International to launch CMLink, a new MVNO brand in Malaysia offering 4G/5G services, multi-number SIMs, and cross-border data sharing. The move follows earlier collaborations on private 5G solutions and expands CMI’s regional footprint in Southeast Asia.
MobiFone has launched Saymee, a Gen Z-focused digital MVNO brand powered by Amdocs’ cloud-native connectX platform on AWS. The service includes free GPT chat and loyalty programs, enabling fast, flexible launch of new offers and simplified multi-plan management to meet young subscribers’ evolving needs.
EMOSIM has partnered with Tata Communications to launch Nigeria’s first travel eSIM, offering seamless connectivity for outbound travelers. By utilizing Tata’s MOVE™ platform, the collaboration aims to enhance network reliability, drive digital adoption, and promote technological advancement in Nigeria’s telecom sector, supporting the country’s vision for innovation.