17 December 2025

Banglalink has received regulatory approval from Bangladesh Bank to operate as a digital payment service provider. This milestone marks a significant step in the company’s efforts to expand into digital financial services and enhance financial inclusion across Bangladesh.

With this approval, Banglalink will be able to offer regulated money transfer and payment services, providing customers with easier access to formal financial tools. The company is currently working closely with Bangladesh Bank and its partner institutions to prepare for the launch, focusing on operational and technical readiness to deliver a seamless integration of everyday financial transactions into the mobile experience. The goal is to reduce friction and lower barriers for users seeking digital financial services.

16 December 2025

Thailand’s True Digital Group, Vietnam’s VNPT Technology, and AIoT integration firm T3 Technology have jointly initiated a project to design, develop, and market AI-driven smart home solutions in Vietnam.

The collaboration aims to create an open, scalable, and secure AI home platform that will underpin a broad array of smart home services tailored to Vietnam’s unique market conditions and consumer preferences.