Tag: Digital Transformation

6 news articles tagged with "Digital Transformation"

Policy & Regulation ★ Editor's Pick Jul 31, 2026

Bangladesh Businesses Need 31 Licences and 650 Days to Launch, BUILD Study Reveals

A BUILD study reveals that Bangladeshi businesses in some sectors need up to 31 licences, 235+ documents, and 650 days to start operations. The study proposes a Single Digital Business Identity Number and one-stop licensing platform to reduce compliance costs by 30-50%.

Tech & Innovation ★ Editor's Pick Jul 29, 2026

Bangladesh Bank Opens Door to PayPal and Payoneer with New Cross-Border Payment Framework

Bangladesh Bank has introduced a bank-intermediary framework for cross-border digital payments, clearing the path for services like PayPal and Payoneer to operate in Bangladesh through local bank partnerships, with significant benefits for exporters, freelancers, and e-commerce businesses.

Trade & Commerce Aug 01, 2026

Importers Blamed for 80 Percent of Port Clearance Delays at Chattogram Despite Automation

A CCH review reveals importers account for 80% of port clearance delays at Chattogram, with AEO green channel consignments taking 271 hours. Customs automation benefits are being limited by importer-side delays.

Policy & Regulation Jul 31, 2026

Bangladesh Government Plans AI-Powered Analytics to Forecast Commodity Shortages

The Bangladesh government is planning to introduce an AI-based data analytics system to forecast essential commodity shortages by analysing 10 years of data. Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir said the platform would enable faster, better-informed decisions on commodity management.

Tech & Innovation Jul 29, 2026

Bangladesh Bank Issues Guidelines Linking Local Banks with Foreign Payment Providers

Bangladesh Bank has introduced a bank-intermediated framework linking local banks with foreign payment providers. The guidelines enable AD banks to process outward remittances through partnerships with Cross-Border Digital Payment Service Providers (CDPSPs).

Economy & Finance Jul 27, 2026

Anis Ahmed, MGH Group CEO, Elected Chairman of Eastern Bank PLC

Anis Ahmed, founder and Group CEO of Singapore-based MGH Group operating in 26 countries, has been elected Chairman of Eastern Bank PLC (EBL) effective July 27, 2026. He previously served on EBL's Executive Committee and as Chairman of its Risk Management Committee.

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