ICT & Telecom
Mobile operators earned Tk 37,152 crore extra from voice calls in 8 years
Mobile operators have earned an additional Tk 37,152 crore from voice calls over the past eight years after BTRC set the minimum voice call price at 45 paisa per minute in 2018, according to data presented by former Robi managing director Mahatab Uddin Ahmed at a discussion organised by Tech Industry Policy Advocacy Platform (TIPAP) at the BASIS office on Sunday, April 5.
Telecom services at risk amid nationwide fuel shortage
The Association of Mobile Telecom Operators of Bangladesh (AMTOB) has urged the government to ensure uninterrupted electricity and prioritize fuel supply for telecom infrastructure, warning that prolonged shortages could disrupt nationwide telecommunications and cripple the country’s digital economy.
Australia warns social media giants over under-16 ban compliance
Australia’s internet regulator has raised concerns that major social media platforms are failing to fully comply with a law prohibiting users under 16 from accessing services such as Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, and YouTube.
Samsung Browser now available on Windows operating system
For the first time, Samsung has launched its web browser for Windows operating systems. Previously, this browser could only be used on their smartphones, but it can now also be used on Windows computers, offering a more integrated browsing experience across devices.
AMTOB's rejoinder and Views Bangladesh's statement on published news
Views Bangladesh published a special report titled "Interim government tenure: Three mobile operators make Tk4,000 crore hitting customers' pockets!" on March 14, 2026. On March 17, Association of Mobile Telecom Operators of Bangladesh (AMTOB) sent a rejoinder over the report. Although the statements sent separately by the three mobile operators concerned have been properly attached to the published report as per the norms of professional journalism, still, as a responsible media outlet and with respect for the principle of freedom of expression, AMTOB's rejoinder is being published here in full. At the same time, the reporter's statement over the issue has also been highlighted.
Huawei wins eight GLOMO Awards at MWC Barcelona 2026
Huawei has secured eight Global Mobile (GLOMO) Awards at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona 2026. Huawei Bangladesh shared this information in a press release sent to media on Sunday.
AMTOB elects new president
Robi Axiata PLC Managing Director and CEO Ziad Shatara has been elected president of the Association of Mobile Telecom Operators of Bangladesh (AMTOB).
App to indicate which mosques serve biryani for iftar
An app will now indicate which mosques are offering biryani or tehari for iftar during Ramadan. This app provides users with real-time information on which mosques are serving biryani or tehari for iftar.
Semiconductor Industry Association inks deal to train 3,500 professionals
Bangladesh Semiconductor Industry Association (BSIA) has signed an agreement with the Skills for Industry Competitiveness and Innovation Program (SICIP) to implement a large-scale, industry-oriented semiconductor workforce development programme.
First committee of 'Nationalist ICT Forum' approved
The first committee of the 'Nationalist ICT Forum', formed on the initiative of entrepreneurs and professionals with nationalist leanings in the telecommunications and information and communication technology sector, has been approved. The committee was finalised based on the recommendations of a five-member committee formed following decisions from several recent meetings.