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Miraz partners with OPPO as A5 Pro ambassador

OPPO is thrilled to announce the addition of Bangladesh cricket sensation and all-rounder, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, as the Product Experience Ambassador for the OPPO A5 Pro.
This exciting collaboration marks a milestone in OPPO commitment to pushing the boundaries of smartphone innovation. Miraz, known for his exceptional versatility and all-round excellence on the field, perfectly aligns with the OPPO A5 Pro positioning as a device that offers all-round durability and all-round AI capability, making it the ideal companion for those who demand performance in every aspect of their lives.
The OPPO A5 Pro is designed for those who demand more from their smartphones. Just as Miraz excels in every aspect of the game, the OPPO A5 Pro delivers on all fronts, combining stylish design with all-round durability. With its waterproofing, tough build, and reliable performance, the OPPO A5 Pro is built to handle it all, whether it is daily use or challenging environments. The high performing AI-powered camera system automatically adjusts to its surroundings, ensuring that every shot is the perfect one. The phone robust construction guarantees that it is ready to take on any challenge, making it the ideal companion for anyone with an active, fast-paced lifestyle.
Mehidy Hasan Miraz shares his enthusiasm about the partnership, saying, “I am excited to represent OPPO and their incredible A5 Pro. This phone perfectly matches my passion for performance and resilience, whether I am on the field or off it. Just like in cricket, where versatility is key, the A5 Pro all-round AI technology and durability make it the perfect device for every moment of my daily life.”
Damon Yang, Managing Director of the Authorized Exclusive Distributor of OPPO Bangladesh, also commented on the partnership, saying, “We are excited to have Mehidy Hasan Miraz on board as the Product Experience Ambassador for the OPPO A5 Pro. As an all-rounder, his dedication, resilience, and pursuit of excellence mirror the device positioning of all-round durability and allround AI capabilities. We believe that the OPPO A5 Pro will be a game-changer for those who value both performance and style.”
This collaboration with Miraz reflects OPPO commitment to delivering smartphones that not only perform under pressure but also resonate with individuals who inspire others to push the limits of what possible. The OPPO A5 Pro is designed to enhance the dynamic, modern lifestyle, empowering users to excel in their creative and professional pursuits.
For more information on the OPPO A5 Pro, please visit OPPO official website or visit any authorized OPPO retail shop.

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Revoo unveils TK1 Miracle Moments offer for Ramadan

Revoo Bangladesh has launched 1 Taka Miracle Moments campaign this Ramadan, giving all a chance to win a Revoo A10 electric scooter at Tk 1 only.
As part of the campaign, which will continue till Eid-ul-Fitr, each Revoo bike purchase will come with three scratch cards. Using the cards, alongside winning the scooter at Tk 1, consumers can also win Tk 10,000 cashback and other exciting gifts such as smartwatches, TWS earbuds, and more.
On top of that, people who refer a friend to purchase a Revoo bike will receive one scratch card, with which they can win Shwapno gift vouchers worth up to Tk 5,000.
Even showroom visitors are in for a surprise! Simply by visiting any Revoo showroom, liking and following Revoo Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, they can win a special surprise gift.
This limited-time Ramadan offer is available at all Revoo showrooms across the country. For more details, visit www.revoo.com.bd

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bKash, Huawei win GSMA GLOMO "Best FinTech Innovation" Award

During MWC Barcelona 2025, bKash and Huawei were awarded the GSMA GLOMO "Best FinTech Innovation" for digital loan solution for all. This award recognizes groundbreaking advancements in financial technology that are transforming the way people and businesses manage, access, and utilize financial services. bKash and Huawei pioneered the Pay Later service in Bangladesh, providing short-term microloans to unbanked users, helping them address short-term financial gaps in daily expenses.
Since its launch in 2018, bKash has expanded financial access to 61% of Bangladeshi adults, However, 37% of citizens still rely on high-interest informal lenders for urgent needs, while only 9% of adults have access to formal banking services. To address this, Huawei partnered with bKash to introduce the "Pay Later" financial service, offering instant, paperless microloans and delivering a seamless digital payment experience to the majority of Bangladesh unbanked population. This service particularly benefits groups, including rural women and small businesses, helping them secure working capital, reduce poverty, and drive local e-commerce growth.
Mohammad Azmal Huda, Chief Product and Technology Officer (CPTO) of bKash, stated, "Leveraging the easy-to-integrate and scalable capabilities of Huawei mobile money platform, we have rapidly expanded more than 20 key payment scenarios and embedded Pay Later micro financial services. This initiative has empowered millions of people to attain financial dignity and has accelerated our mission to drive financial inclusion across Bangladesh.”
"We are honored to jointly receive the GLOMO Best FinTech Innovation Award with bKash. Huawei will continue to invest in product innovation, integrate the strengths of our partners, and create greater commercial and social value for our customers." said by Maurice Ma, President of Huawei Software Business Unit.
Over the last decade, Huawei Mobile Money solution has benefited 480 million users across over 40 countries globally. The solution uses a unique cloud-native distributed architecture, achieving 99.999% platform reliability and unlimited scalability, ensuring zero business interruption. Powered by a robust data and AI engine, Huawei Mobile Money enables agile financial risk assessment and drives healthy revenue growth. Additionally, the platform openness enables agile business innovation, accelerating the development of digital lifestyle gateways, and providing more convenient financial services to global users.
MWC Barcelona 2025 is scheduled to take place in Barcelona, Spain, from March 3 to March 6, 2025. Huawei is showcasing its latest products and solutions at stand 1H50 in Fira Gran Via Hall 1 at the event. In 2025, commercial 5G-Advanced deployment will accelerate, and AI will help carriers reshape business, infrastructure, and O&M. Huawei is actively working with carriers and partners around the world to accelerate the transition towards an intelligent world. 

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Guardian Life settled over 1,50,000 claims last year

Guardian Life Insurance Limited settled over 150,000 insurance claims in 2024. The company has been able to win the trust of its customers by efficiently settling 95 percent of claims within only 3 working days. Of those, more than 241 crores of taka were paid as claims for 36 thousand deaths. Meanwhile, 109 crores of taka were paid for health and medical expenses, while over 89 crores of taka were settled for policy maturity and other claims. In 2024, the insurance company cumulatively settled insurance claims worth 439 crores taka.
Sheikh Rakibul Karim, FCA, Additional Managing Director and Acting Chief Executive Officer of Guardian Life Insurance Limited, remarked, “At Guardian Life, we are committed to the vision of Insurance for All and have already extended coverage to over 1 crore 26 lac individuals. Building customer trust through transparency and accountability is key to transforming the insurance sector, reinforced by our strict zero tolerance policy.
Ensuring quick and transparent claim settlements is our top priority. While most claims are settled within three days, we continuously enhance our technology and operational efficiencies to accelerate the process even further. This proves that life insurance is not just about protection—it is also a promise to bring positive change to people lives.”