VEON unit Banglalink wins Bangladesh Bank PSP license for Mukto Pay

PUBT · 1d ago
VEON unit Banglalink wins Bangladesh Bank PSP license for Mukto Pay
  • VEON unit Banglalink secured a Bangladesh Bank Payment Service Provider licence to enter digital payments with its Mukto Pay service.
  • Mukto Pay targets a September 2026 commercial launch, pending remaining regulatory clearances and technical readiness.
  • The move extends VEON’s financial services footprint, with Q2 2026 financial services revenue at USD 151 million within USD 342 million digital revenue.
  • Banglalink reported Q2 2026 revenue up 4.1% year-on-year in BDT terms, with underlying EBITDA up 13.6%.
  • VEON also applied for a Digital Bank licence in Bangladesh as it expands beyond payments.


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