Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC)
Where is the telecom industry heading: Who will control it?
The statistics grab headlines effortlessly: “Mobile internet subscriber base declines by 4.4 million.” As the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) regularly publishes data on mobile telecommunications and broadband subscribers, journalists have easy access to these numbers. By comparing data month over month, crafting a market report becomes straightforward. Mobile operators’ officials often provide insights into the business impact of subscriber fluctuations, and at times, analysts react emotionally to the figures without deeper understanding. When such reports make headlines, even the general public, regardless of comprehension, starts worrying about the market’s trajectory.
Bangladesh cancels approval for bandwidth transit to India’s Seven Sisters
The approval for the transit of bandwidth to India's northeastern Seven Sisters through Bangladesh has been revoked.
Data connectivity and quality: Significant challenges persist in Bangladesh
In the digital age, robust telecommunications infrastructure is essential for economic growth and social development. Bangladesh has made notable progress in mobile connectivity, with over 170 million mobile subscribers in 2024, according to the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC). However, significant challenges persist regarding the quality and accessibility of data services.
Mobile operators working to restore networks in 9 coastal districts
Mobile networks in nine coastal districts have been significantly impacted by the strong Cyclone Remal, says a press release sent to media by the Association of Mobile Telecom Operators of Bangladesh (AMTOB).
Three-day 8th Bangladesh School of Internet Governance-2024 concludes
The 8th edition of the "Bangladesh School of Internet Governance-2024" was held from April 25 to April 27. The event was organized in collaboration with the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) and was initiated by the Bangladesh Internet Governance Forum (BIGF).
BTRC asks Meta to tackle misinformation
Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has asked Meta to take more effective measures to tackle rumours and misinformation circulating on its platforms.
No mobile handset to be closed in country
Consumers worry over whether the mobile handset is legal or illegal, whether it will get the network or not, is going to end soon.