Dhaka, Bangladesh — November 2025 — The Bangladesh Fintech Award 2025, presented by LankaBangla Finance Limited and powered by upay, has honoured 26 transformative innovations that are redefining the nation’s financial landscape and accelerating its transition toward a cashless, inclusive, and technology-driven economy.
Hosted by the Bangladesh Fintech Forum and organised by the Bangladesh Brand Forum (BBF), the prestigious ceremony — held at the Sheraton Dhaka — spotlighted fintech excellence across 11 categories, celebrating innovators leading the country’s digital financial revolution.
📅 Date: November 2025
📍 Venue: Sheraton Dhaka
🏢 Organised by: Bangladesh Brand Forum & Bangladesh Fintech Forum
🎖️ Presented by: LankaBangla Finance Ltd | Powered by: upay
📊 In Association with: The Business Standard
🌍 Empowering a Digital Bangladesh
This year’s awards recognised start-ups, financial institutions, and technology companies pioneering solutions that make financial services more accessible, secure, and sustainable — aligning with Bangladesh’s “Smart Bangladesh 2041 Vision”.
The 26 award-winning innovations demonstrate progress in AI-powered digital banking, embedded finance, mobile payments, blockchain-based verification, micro-lending platforms, and inclusive financial literacy tools.
“Fintech is not only about technology — it’s about transforming lives,” said Shariful Islam, Founder of Bangladesh Brand Forum.
“These innovations prove that digital finance can bridge gaps, empower citizens, and strengthen our economy’s foundations.”
🏆 Award Highlights
The Bangladesh Fintech Award 2025 featured 11 competitive categories, including:
- Best Innovation in Payments & Transactions
- Best Lending & CreditTech Solution
- Best InsurTech Innovation
- Best Fintech for Financial Inclusion
- Best RegTech & Compliance Innovation
- Outstanding AI & Data Analytics Solution
- Digital Banking Transformation Award
- Best Emerging Fintech Start-up
From established institutions to rising disruptors, the honourees reflect Bangladesh’s vibrant fintech ecosystem, where AI, big data, and mobile-first strategies are reshaping how millions interact with money.
“We’re proud to support innovators who are rewriting the rules of financial empowerment,” said Khurshed Alam, Deputy Managing Director, LankaBangla Finance Limited.
“Fintech innovation is no longer a luxury — it’s the foundation of inclusive growth.”
🔍 Judging & Selection
Over 100 nominations were evaluated by four independent jury panels comprising policy experts, venture investors, and global fintech executives. Entries were assessed based on impact, scalability, technological innovation, sustainability, and inclusion potential.
The jury underscored the strategic importance of fintech in strengthening Bangladesh’s digital infrastructure, promoting entrepreneurship, and achieving UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 8, 9, and 10) — focusing on inclusive economic growth and reduced inequalities.
“The Bangladesh Fintech Award reflects a nation on the rise,” said Dr. Syed Almas Kabir, President of BASIS.
“Bangladesh is positioning itself as South Asia’s next innovation hub for digital finance.”
📈 Bangladesh: A Fintech Powerhouse in the Making
Bangladesh’s fintech industry now serves over 110 million digital payment users, driven by rapid mobile adoption, agent banking expansion, and regulatory support from the Bangladesh Bank.
Key trends include:
- 📱 AI and Machine Learning in credit scoring and risk modelling.
- 🌐 Blockchain & RegTech solutions for transparency and fraud prevention.
- 💰 Digital microfinance empowering SMEs and rural entrepreneurs.
- 🌱 Green fintech models supporting ESG investments and sustainable banking.
These developments have attracted rising foreign investment, with Bangladesh emerging as a regional leader in fintech inclusion, ahead of several South and Southeast Asian peers.
🧠 About the Bangladesh Fintech Forum
The Bangladesh Fintech Forum is the country’s premier platform dedicated to advancing the digital transformation of finance. It convenes leaders from banking, technology, investment, and regulation to explore innovative ways to expand access to financial services.
Through events, publications, and awards, the Forum fosters cross-sector collaboration that supports Bangladesh’s evolution into a Smart, Digital Nation.
🏢 About the Bangladesh Brand Forum
Bangladesh Brand Forum (BBF) is a leading business platform driving innovation, creativity, and leadership across industries. Its flagship events — including the Fintech Forum, Leadership Summit, and Digital Transformation Awards — aim to inspire next-generation leaders shaping Bangladesh’s economic future.
🌐 Learn more: www.brandforum-bd.com
