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Nov132024 by No Comments

Robi enhances services for customers with disabilities

Robi Axiata Limited, the leading 4G network provider in Bangladesh, has launched innovative initiatives to enhance accessibility for customers with disabilities, aiming to foster a more inclusive service experience nationwide. One of the standout features is a dedicated video chat service on Robi’s website, specifically designed for customers who are speech and hearing-impaired. This service connects users with agents trained in sign language, offering essential support from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, accessible from anywhere in Bangladesh. To better serve customers with low vision, Robi has implemented options on its website that allow users to adjust font sizes and color contrasts, making navigation simpler and more comfortable. Additionally, Robi is expanding its in-home service ...

Nov122024 by No Comments

BRAC Bank posts TK 1,011 crore NPAT in first nine months along with strong balance sheet performance

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BRAC Bank’s consolidated Net Profit After-Tax (NPAT) registered a growth of 74% year-on -year (YoY) and reached TK 1,011 crore during the first nine months of 2024. On a standalone basis, the bank registered a NPAT growth of 64% posting TK 827 crore. The bank sustained its growth trend and delivered a 26% annualized growth in its balance sheet. While the bank’s customers’ deposits grew by 34% (annualized) to reach TK 61,602 crore, lending book recorded a growth of 14% (annualized) and stood at TK 57,413 crore at the end of September 2024. Driven by growth in both business and investment, both funded & non-funded income also grew significantly - registering a 35% YoY growth in overall revenue. Along with business growth, significant improvement in portfolio quality was ensured,...

Nov112024 by No Comments

BRAC Bank inaugurates women-owned Agent Banking Outlet in Munshiganj

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BRAC Bank has inaugurated the third women-owned Agent Banking Outlet in Munshiganj. This marks a significant milestone in the bank's commitment to promoting financial inclusion and women's empowerment in the banking sector. BRAC Bank aims to inspire confidence and imbue women with an entrepreneurial spirit, fostering financial inclusivity and economic growth. This is the 87th women-owned Agent Banking Outlet out of a network of 1,115 across the country. This inclusive initiative will usher in a new chapter in the inclusion of enterprising women entrepreneurs in the Agent Banking business and will go a long way toward the financial and social empowerment of women in Bangladesh. Syed Abdul Momen, Deputy Managing Director & Head of SME Banking, BRAC Bank, formally inaugurated the...

Nov112024 by No Comments

Banglalink Launches Lifestyle Pack RYZE with AI-powered App

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Banglalink, the nation’s leading digital operator, has unveiled RYZE, an innovative AI-powered digital lifestyle pack aimed at empowering young users with a dynamic digital experience. Aligning with the government’s vision to support youth through upskilling opportunities, Banglalink’s RYZE provides AI-powered productivity tools for self-development. Under this prepaid package, RYZE also offers a unique feature of ‘endless internet’ where all data packs ensure continued internet availability even if the purchased volume is consumed before the pack’s expiry. The launch event, held at Aloki on Tejgaon-Gulshan Link Road, showcased RYZE’s innovative features and AI tools. The event was attended by key Banglalink leaders alongside prominent guests, influencers, students, and business p...

Nov112024 by No Comments

foodpanda wins ‘Visa Payment Excellence Award’

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Country's leading online food and grocery delivery platform foodpanda has been awarded the Visa Payment Excellence Award 2024 in the Excellence in Merchant Acceptance (Online) category for the highest number of online transactions using Visa cards on an e-commerce site. foodpanda has received the prestigious award at the 'Visa Leadership Conclave Bangladesh 2024', organized by Visa to recognise its most valued partners and clients in Bangladesh. The award recognizes foodpanda's significant contribution to the digital payments ecosystem, marking yet another milestone in the company's ongoing commitment to driving digital transformation in Bangladesh. Jamal Yusuff Zuberi, Director, Finance, foodpanda Bangladesh, said, "We are honored to receive the "Excellence in Merchant A...

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Gold Kinen launches country’s first monthly gold savings feature

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Gold Kinen, Bangladesh’s first gold-purchasing app, makes gold savings easy, accessible and convenient for everyone, through automatic monthly gold savings option, paid through bKash. The new ‘Auto Gold Save’ feature on the Gold Kinen App lets users set up monthly gold savings from Tk 1,000 to Tk 50,000, which will be automatically deducted from their designated bKash account upon users consent on pre-set dates. This unique feature provides a hands-free way to build a regular savings portfolio in gold, mirroring familiar monthly savings plans. The initiative is expected to inspire people to take their first step into gold purchases and promote a shift toward smart gold savings, aligning with their broader goals of accelerating financial inclusion, savings propensity and amplifying f...

Nov102024 by No Comments

Infinix introduced the world’s slimmest 3D-curved smartphone

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Trendy tech brand Infinix is going to introduce TitanWing Architecture with the upcoming HOT series smartphone. With this industry-leading architecture, Infinix is coming up with its slimmest phone yet. The brand promises to deliver flagship-level performance in a midrange device, seamlessly blending sleek aesthetics with exceptional durability. The TitanWing Architecture combines two transformative innovations—FeatherLight Wing Design and Titan Armor Protection. This helps to deliver a smartphone that is not only slimmest but also incredibly durable. The FeatherLight Design emphasizes a feather-like lightness and ultra-thin construction. This advanced design features a SlimEdge frame, offering the world’s thinnest 3D curved screen at a remarkable 6.8mm thickness. This innovation ...

Nov102024 by No Comments

BASIS Welcomes New Members

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BASIS held an interactive and engaging event titled “Welcome to BASIS: New Member Orientation Program” at the BASIS Auditorium on November 9, 2024. Total 70 leading companies IT companies attended in this vibrant program. The orientation program aimed to connect new members to the larger BASIS network, sparking discussions around shared goals and strengthening our unified vision for the growth and advancement of the IT industry. In the warm welcome address, Md. MostafizurRahamanSohel, Senior Vice President, BASIS encouraged new members to actively participate in the BASIS community, emphasizing the transformative potential they bring to the technology landscape. He highlighted how BASIS is dedicated to cultivating an environment where every member can thrive, innovate, and contribute to...

Nov92024 by No Comments

BRAC Bank launches Music Club

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BRAC Bank has launched a Music Club to help coworkers realise their singing talent and make the workplace more enjoyable. This club is one of many people-centric initiatives aimed at nurturing a vibrant bank culture that recognises talents beyond the professional space. The bank’s Music Club, composed of passionate coworkers, brought together music lovers to celebrate talent and foster a more profound connection among colleagues. The club members, the first in the banking industry, recently hosted a musical night for their coworkers, marking a special evening filled with live performances, camaraderie, and celebration. The music-loving coworkers made the show lively, showering the in-house talents with appreciation and inspiration. This exciting evening also marked the official...

Nov82024 by No Comments

Take part in the Xiaomi Imagery Award 2024

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The Xiaomi Imagery Awards is currently going on and people can submit photographs they take with their Xiaomi and Redmi devices to stand a chance to win up to USD 10,000. Submissions opened from September 8 and will close on December 22, 2024. Supported by Leica, the Xiaomi Imagery Award first started in 2019. It’s an annual global photography competition celebrating creativity and skill among Xiaomi and Redmi users, with a mission to showcase the impressive photography capabilities of Xiaomi’s mobile cameras. This year, the awards cover four main categories. The Snapshot category, with a grand prize of $10,000, seeks powerful single images. The Photo Essay category, also offering $10,000, allows for 2-9 related photos that convey a cohesive story. The Only at Night category invites ...