ICT

Little to show for Tk 65,000cr spent on ICT

The telecommunications and ICT sectors failed to make expected progress despite making a massive investment of Tk 65,000 crore between 2010 and August 2024, according to a recent statement from the telecom ministry.

Beyond 'digital' and 'smart': Defining Bangladesh's ICT brand

Countries that prioritise Information and Communication Technology (ICT) have each chosen distinct positions for themselves.

From smart to dumb Bangladesh: the need for accountability in ICT

One of the most significant contributions of Gen Y in the last decade has been the expansion of Bangladesh's ICT sector

Govt to build tech park in Dhaka

The ICT Division is building a technology park in the capital’s Karwan Bazar for Tk 160 crore as it looks to install business incubation centres at universities and collaborate with industry and academia with the infrastructure.

a2i and Bangladesh team wins 3 gold and 2 silver at ITEX, Malaysia

The team from Bangladesh has won 3 gold and 2 silver awards at the International Invention, Innovation and Technology Exhibition (ITEX) 2023 competition, held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

INFOCOM 2023 explores the future of technology and business

Under the theme "Leading With Purpose", this year's conference is being held in association with the SAARC Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SAARC CCI) and The Daily Star.

Govt. to spend Tk 250 crore to train 25 thousand women on freelancing

The ICT department is working on developing ICT skills for women in 43 districts under a project titled 'Her Power', to create employment for young women through freelancing. The Tk 250 crore project will provide 3 months of hands-on training and 3-months of incubation, the State Minister for ICT Junaid Ahmed Palak recently spoke in a parliamentary session.

UNDP and ICT Division to launch cybersecurity awareness campaign

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the ICT Division of the Government of Bangladesh recently reached an agreement to launch a cybersecurity campaign for the youth and children in selected Least Developed Countries (LDCs).

September 25, 2024
September 25, 2024

Little to show for Tk 65,000cr spent on ICT

The telecommunications and ICT sectors failed to make expected progress despite making a massive investment of Tk 65,000 crore between 2010 and August 2024, according to a recent statement from the telecom ministry.

September 17, 2024
September 17, 2024

Beyond 'digital' and 'smart': Defining Bangladesh's ICT brand

Countries that prioritise Information and Communication Technology (ICT) have each chosen distinct positions for themselves.

August 8, 2024
August 8, 2024

From smart to dumb Bangladesh: the need for accountability in ICT

One of the most significant contributions of Gen Y in the last decade has been the expansion of Bangladesh's ICT sector

July 8, 2024
July 8, 2024

Bangladesh scores 62, lower than most Asian peers

The global average score is 74.8

August 10, 2023
August 10, 2023

Govt to build tech park in Dhaka

The ICT Division is building a technology park in the capital’s Karwan Bazar for Tk 160 crore as it looks to install business incubation centres at universities and collaborate with industry and academia with the infrastructure.

May 13, 2023
May 13, 2023

a2i and Bangladesh team wins 3 gold and 2 silver at ITEX, Malaysia

The team from Bangladesh has won 3 gold and 2 silver awards at the International Invention, Innovation and Technology Exhibition (ITEX) 2023 competition, held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

February 10, 2023
February 10, 2023

INFOCOM 2023 explores the future of technology and business

Under the theme "Leading With Purpose", this year's conference is being held in association with the SAARC Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SAARC CCI) and The Daily Star.

June 13, 2022
June 13, 2022

Govt. to spend Tk 250 crore to train 25 thousand women on freelancing

The ICT department is working on developing ICT skills for women in 43 districts under a project titled 'Her Power', to create employment for young women through freelancing. The Tk 250 crore project will provide 3 months of hands-on training and 3-months of incubation, the State Minister for ICT Junaid Ahmed Palak recently spoke in a parliamentary session.

May 2, 2022
May 2, 2022

UNDP and ICT Division to launch cybersecurity awareness campaign

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the ICT Division of the Government of Bangladesh recently reached an agreement to launch a cybersecurity campaign for the youth and children in selected Least Developed Countries (LDCs).

April 25, 2022
April 25, 2022

Bangladesh's digital land tax system receives global recognition

The Ministry of Land’s digital land development tax system has been selected as one of the champion projects of the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) 2022 contest.