6+ hour, 11+ min ago  (1069+ words) Bangladesh's growing focus on ICT and connectivity as a foundation for future economic development is both timely and well placed. Reliable, high-speed internet is central to productivity, innovation, and long-term growth. As this foundation expands, the next challenge is ensuring…...

7+ hour, 25+ min ago  (203+ words) FE REPORT Bangladesh recorded a fresh rise in both broadband and mobile internet subscribers in April 2026, driven by growing demand for data services and wider digital connectivity across the country. According to the latest data, the total number of internet…...

4+ day, 6+ hour ago  (417+ words) The Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has proposed a substantial reduction in taxes on new SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) issuance, as high costs are slowing subscriber growth and the expansion of the telecom sector. It has also called for the…...

2+ week, 6+ hour ago  (379+ words) / TRADE & MARKET May 11, 2026 00: 00: 00 The Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has announced that satellite internet provider Starlink will be granted an "unfiltered" data facility for data transit in Bangladesh, signalling a significant shift in the country's evolving internet governance framework. The…...

2+ week, 2+ day ago  (105+ words) / TRADE & MARKET May 09, 2026 00: 00: 00 This follows a gradual downward trend since July 2025, when the number of subscriptions stood at 188. 87 million, before falling consistently through the latter half of the year and into early 2026. This marks the first notable increase after a…...

2+ week, 2+ day ago  (1306+ words) Generation Z, widely recognised as the first true digital-native generation, has grown up surrounded by smartphones, social media, and constant internet access. Their daily lives revolve around online platforms for education, communication, and entertainment. While this deep connection to technology…...

4+ week, 6+ hour ago  (1417+ words) Evidently, the quality of internet service and connectivity in Bangladesh is one of the poorest in the world. But this is not an attempt at finding fault with the government without rhyme or reason. The prime minister's adviser on telecom…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (376+ words) / TRADE & MARKET April 12, 2026 00: 00: 00 The first-ever Broadband Expo 2026 is set to take place in the capital from April 13 to 15, aiming to showcase the development, innovation and future potential of Bangladesh's broadband sector. The three-day exhibition will be held at the Bangladesh-China…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (716+ words) Speakers at a seminar have stressed that withdrawing the voice floor price could make mobile services more citizen-friendly, but cautioned that a gradual and balanced approach is needed to avoid market distortions and revenue shocks. The observations came at a…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (360+ words) FE Report The number of internet subscribers in Bangladesh dropped to a three-year low in February 2026, despite having a slight increase in mobile-phone users, according to the latest data released by Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC). The number of total…...