The most fascinating aspects of technology's impact often emerge not in Silicon Valley; but in emerging markets where structural inefficiencies create opportunities for transformative solutions. PriyoShop, a B2B marketplace in Bangladesh, offers a compelling case study of how digital platforms can reshape traditional retail distribution in developing economies. To understand PriyoShop's significance, we must first […]
Rokomari, Bangladesh’s largest online bookstore and one of the most important ecommerce players, has recently announced that it has expanded from a specialized book retailer to a comprehensive multi-category “everything” ecommerce platform, covering over 15 product categories. The move positions the company as a one-stop ecommerce marketplace for consumers nationwide.
iFarmer is a fascinating company. It works with farmers, solves several complex problems in agriculture, and has built what is now called a “full-stack agri-tech platform,” covering almost every aspect of agriculture. We have written about some of these in the past here. However, one aspect that we have not written about is how iFramer […]
I have always wanted to write annual letters but never managed to do it until now. This is the first year I am doing it. You can't simply do things because you want to do them. You have to be willing to pay the price of doing something. The first price is the hours you […]
On January 1st, the government officially approved the formation of a national task force focused on the semiconductor sector. The announcement marked an ambitious departure for a country better known for garments than microchips. Led by the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA), the 13-member group aims to position Bangladesh as a player in the global […]
We presume that if a country invests in R&D, has a strong STEM education system, has abundant capital, and has pro-business policies, you have fertile ground for a thriving entrepreneurship ecosystem. However, research suggests that cultural and social norms play a greater role in determining the level of entrepreneurial activities in a country.
Bangladesh's e-commerce sector stands at a critical juncture. The market has gone through a series of developmental iterations over the last decade and is now poised for growth, offering a significant opportunity for investors and stakeholders. The overall digital commerce awareness has grown. More people shop online today than ever before and the number is […]
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