Banglalink Showcases Bangladesh’s Digital Progress at MWC 2026, Eyes AI-Powered Transformation

Banglalink is participating in Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona 2026, held from 2–5 March 2026 in Barcelona, Spain, to engage with global industry leaders and explore the next phase of AI-led digital transformation.

Banglalink is a VEON company. VEON is a Nasdaq-listed, UAE-headquartered digital operator serving customers across five markets, including Bangladesh.

Hosted by the GSMA, MWC Barcelona 2026 is being held under the umbrella theme "The IQ Era", focusing on how artificial intelligence is reshaping networks, digital platforms and new services.

Banglalink said its officials, alongside VEON representatives, are holding bilateral meetings with global technology partners and development institutions, including the World Bank and the International Finance Corporation, to explore collaboration on digital infrastructure, financial inclusion and AI-driven innovation.

At the event, VEON Group CEO Kaan Terzioğlu delivered a keynote titled "Transforming Tomorrow's Connected World", highlighting VEON's DO1440 strategy and the need to embed digital services into daily life alongside connectivity.

Johan Buse, chief executive officer of Banglalink, said the AI era is a pivotal moment for Bangladesh's digital journey, with telecom operators evolving beyond connectivity to expand economic participation, and digital and financial inclusion.

Banglalink said it has integrated AI and machine learning into network planning and optimisation, introduced AI-enabled customer support tools, and expanded digital financial and lifestyle platforms as part of its evolution into an integrated digital services provider.

Banglalink said it has invested more than $2.5 billion in Bangladesh over the past two decades, contributed over $4 billion to the national exchequer, supported about 10,000 direct and indirect jobs, and serves more than 38 million subscribers.