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Why Bangladesh charts a design-first path into semiconductors, ditching wafer fabrication
3+ day, 7+ hour ago (463+ words) Thursday June 25, 2026 Bangladesh has made a calculated bet to leapfrog into the global semiconductor value chain, deliberately bypassing the expensive wafer fabrication race to stake its claim in high-value chip design, testing, and packaging. Businesses and experts said this targeted,…...
Grameenphone becomes first operator to deploy 700 MHz spectrum nationwide
1+ week, 4+ day ago (609+ words) Sunday June 14, 2026 Grameenphone has become the first mobile operator in Bangladesh to begin nationwide deployment of the 700 MHz spectrum band, a move expected to significantly improve indoor mobile coverage, strengthen connectivity in rural areas and support the country's digital transformation…...
Walton releases new 5 G smartphone with 50 MP camera
1+ week, 5+ day ago (385+ words) Saturday June 13, 2026 Walton has unveiled the Xanon X22 5 G, its latest addition to the Xanon series, aiming to capture market share with a competitive combination of advanced features, a 50 MP main camera, and a high-capacity battery at a strategic price point....
Budget FY27: Govt set to offer major tax incentives for semiconductor sector
2+ week, 1+ day ago (456+ words) The government is set to announce a major package of tax and duty incentives for Bangladesh's emerging semiconductor industry in the national budget to be presented in Parliament today (11 June), aiming to attract investment in chip design, testing, and packaging....
Nintendo reveals The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake for Switch 2
2+ week, 1+ day ago (188+ words) Thursday June 11, 2026 Nintendo has officially unveiled a remake of the legendary 'The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time' for Nintendo Switch 2, bringing one of gaming's most celebrated adventures to a new generation." Revealed during the June 2026 Nintendo Direct presentation, the…...
32. 82 crore SIMs registered nationwide: Minister
2+ week, 2+ day ago (93+ words) Wednesday June 10, 2026 Post, Telecommunications and Information Technology Minister Fakir Mahbub Anam told parliament today (9 June) that the country currently has 32. 82 crore valid registered SIM cards under four mobile operators. The minister shared the information while responding to a question from…...
Huawei unveils new products in Bangladesh under "Now Is Your Spark
2+ week, 3+ day ago (480+ words) Wednesday June 10, 2026 The launch signals Huawei's renewed commitment to Bangladeshi consumers by offering globally acclaimed devices through official channels backed by genuine warranty, authentic spare parts and dedicated after-sales support. Experience the future of smart living At the event, Huawei…...
Phoenix Summit brings experts together to advance cybersecurity readiness
2+ week, 2+ day ago (639+ words) Tuesday June 09, 2026 The summit is scheduled to take place from 23 to 27 June 2026 in Dhaka. It will be hosted across two venues, with technical workshops at Krishibid Institution Bangladesh (KIB) and the main conference at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre (BCFCC)....
Huawei returns to Bangladesh device market with 13 new products
2+ week, 3+ day ago (343+ words) Tuesday June 09, 2026 Chinese technology giant Huawei has formally relaunched its consumer device business in Bangladesh, unveiling 13 new products and announcing a nationwide distribution partnership as it seeks to strengthen its position in the country's competitive smartphone and smart device market....
Huawei returns to Bangladesh with smartphones, tablets, wearables after years of hiatus
2+ week, 6+ day ago (580+ words) Friday June 05, 2026 Global technology giant Huawei is set to make an official comeback to Bangladesh's consumer electronics and ICT market after a prolonged absence, seeking to regain a foothold in the country's growing premium smartphone and smart device segment. The…...