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10/05/2026

dFin – The Financial Arm of Dnet successfully conducted a workshop on “Risk-Based Supervision and IFRS-9 in the Banking Sector of Bangladesh” on 09 May 2026 at Dhaka Golden Inn, Banani Lakeside, Dhaka.

We were delighted to welcome 59 professionals from banks and financial institutions, bringing together mid- and senior-level executives from Risk, Credit, Trade, Audit, Finance, and Compliance.

We are grateful to our distinguished experts Dr. Shah Md Ahsan Habib (Professor, BIBM & Independent Director, IPDC Finance) and Mr. Md. Nehal Ahmed (Professor, BIBM & Former Director, Dhaka School of Bank Management), for sharing their invaluable insights and expertise.

A heartfelt thanks to all participants and the dedicated dFin team for making this initiative a success.

30/04/2026

On 28 April 2026, at the DRAPAC Bangladesh National Convening, Dnet convened a powerful session:
"From Exclusion to Empowerment: Towards a Rights Centric and Accountable AI Governance Framework for Bangladesh".

We didn’t just talk tech. We talked people, power, and accountability.

🎤 An incredible panel.
💡 Sharp solutions.
📌 One clear goal: Turn Bangladesh’s draft AI Policy (2026–2030) from words on paper into enforceable, rights-centric, inclusive practice.

Huge thanks to our panellists and moderator for helping us move from critique to co‑creation.

🚀 Dnet is no longer watching from the sidelines.
We’re shaping the future of AI governance in Bangladesh – with justice, gender equality, and democracy at the core.

Watch our session and share your valuable insights with us. The Facebook Live link is given below 👇
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/184AgrxUB8/

28/04/2026

Dnet in association with iSocial spent an incredible afternoon at DRAPAC 2026 (organized by Digitally Right and EngageMedia) discussing how to move from AI exclusion to empowerment. It’s not just about the technology, it's about the people it affects.

From advocating for garment workers’ rights to ensuring the independence of data regulators, the discussion was both intense and thought provoking.

Sincere appreciation goes out to our distinguished panelists, Rakibul Hasan (CTO of Link3 Technologies), Sadman Rahman, (Consultant, Decent Work in Supply Chains, International Labour Organization), Barrister Priya Ahsan Chowdhury, (Advocate at the Supreme Court of Bangladesh, and Associate at Dr. Kamal Hossain and Associates) and Ruhi Naz, (Deputy Director (RTI), Research Initiatives, Bangladesh) for sharing their valuable insights and vision toward building a gender-just and accountable AI ecosystem. The session was moderated by Dr. Ananya Raihan, (Executive Chairperson of the Dnet Governing Body and Chairperson of iSocial)

25/04/2026

Dnet and dFin are pleased to offer a day-long training on
Risk-Based Supervision (RBS) and IFRS 9 in the banking sector of Bangladesh.

The program will cover key concepts of Risk-Based Supervision, including risk identification, risk assessment frameworks, supervisory processes, and practical challenges in Bangladesh. It will also address IFRS-9 fundamentals such as expected credit loss (ECL), staging criteria, provisioning approaches, and implementation issues faced by banks. The target participants are mid-level and senior-level bank executives, particularly those working in risk management, credit, trade, audit, finance, and compliance functions.

Session 1: Risk-Based Supervision -Conceptual Framework [Principles and evolution of RBS; Risk identification and risk categories; credit, market, operational Risk assessment and scoring methodologies; Supervisory tools and early warning systems]
Session 2: Risk-Based Supervision-Bangladesh Context and Issues [RBS framework adopted by Bangladesh Bank; Practical challenges in implementation; Case examples from local banks; Role of governance and internal controls]
Session 3: IFRS-9-Conceptual Framework [Overview of IFRS-9 and its significance; Classification and measurement of financial assets; Expected Credit Loss (ECL) model overview; Staging Criteria]
Session 4: IFRS-9-Bangladesh Implementation & Challenges [ECL model application in banks; Data requirements and modelling challenges; Regulatory expectations in Bangladesh; Common issues and best practices].

Training Facilitators:
Dr. Shah Md Ahsan Habib, a professional with 30 years of experience in banking and finance is a Professor of BIBM, Independent Director, IPDC Finance PLC.

Md. Nehal Ahmed, a professional with over 28 years of experience in the banking and finance front, is a Professor of BIBM and Former Director of Dhaka School of Bank Management, BIBM.

Schedule:
Training in Dhaka: May 09, 2026, Dhaka Golden Inn, Banani Lakeside
Training in Chattagram: May 16, 2026, Hotel Agrabad Chattogram

Registration Fee: BDT 5,000 after taxes

Bank Info:
DFIN, A/c No: 1310000177251
Routing:145264301
Mutual Trust Bank Limited, Shyamoli Branch, Dhaka

For details: Please visit https://dfin.info
Email: dfin@dnet.org.bd; Cell: +8801719476384

22/04/2026

The future of social impact is here! 🚀

​Dnet, in joint collaboration with iSocial, has officially embarked on a transformative journey to integrate Artificial Intelligence into NGO operations. Today (April 22, 2026) we kicked off this mission with a high-energy workshop focused on leveraging AI to drive organizational efficiency and scale innovation.

​The session brought together diverse minds from Dnet, iSocial, and Catalyst Now, fostering a collaborative environment for the next generation of management practices.

​A special thank you to our facilitator, Tahsin Ifnoor Sayeed. As an AI expert and a former member of the Dnet family, Tahsin’s return to share his expertise made this "starting journey" even more meaningful.

​Stay tuned as we redefine how technology meets humanity to create a more resilient and tech-driven development sector!

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20/04/2026

A fascinating glimpse into the traditional cattle grazing system in Moulvibazar’s haor areas where community, ecology, and livelihood intersect seamlessly. Simple, adaptive, and sustainable, this is the kind of grassroots innovation our development conversations need to highlight more.

During a recent monitoring visit to Moulvibazar in Sylhet, I came across a quiet yet remarkably efficient rural system one that rarely features in policy conversations but offers compelling lessons for sustainable livelihoods and ecosystem management. This model reflects a deeply embedded community....

13/04/2026

নতুন বছরের নতুন শুরুতে ডিনেট পরিবারের পক্ষ থেকে সবাইকে জানাই শুভেচ্ছা।

শুভ নববর্ষ!

12/04/2026

Capturing key moments from the dFin and Dnet-hosted "Risk Conference on Banking and Finance 2026" held yesterday in Dhaka.

11/04/2026

At the “Risk Conference on Banking and Finance 2026” in Dhaka, dFin (a center of Dnet) brought together regulators, bankers, and experts to address evolving risks in Bangladesh’s financial sector.

From Risk-Based Supervision to digital financial threats and NPL management, the discussions highlighted the urgent need for stronger governance, transparency, and strategic risk management.

A timely dialogue shaping the future of banking.

DHAKA, April 11, 2026 — dFin, the financial sector arm of Dnet, today hosted the “Risk Conference on Banking and Finance 2026” at the Renaissance […]

11/04/2026

At the dFin and Dnet-hosted "Risk Conference on Banking and Finance 2026," Association of Bankers, Bangladesh (ABB) Chairman Mashrur Arefin stated that he does not fundamentally support the proposed provision in the Bank Companies Act that calls for 50% independent directors on bank boards.

Such a structure could create internal conflict and place managing directors in a difficult position, he warns

11/04/2026

"আর্থিক ঝুঁকি এড়াতে ঋণ দেয়ার আগেই গ্রাহকের ফাইন্যান্সিয়াল লিটারেসি সম্পর্কে জানা দরকার। একই সঙ্গে ঝুঁকি ব্যবস্থাপনায় নীতিমালার সঠিক বাস্তবায়ন জরুরী। সকালে গুলশানে ডিফিন ও ডিনেট আয়োজিত ব্যাংকিং এবং আর্থিক ঝুঁকি বিষয়ে সম্মেলনে এসব কথা বলেন সাবেক অর্থ উপদেষ্টা ড. সালেহউদ্দিন আহমেদ। সম্মেলনে বক্তারা বলেন- এই মূহুর্তে বাংলাদেশের অর্থনীতি বড় ধরণের পরিবর্তনের মধ্য দিয়ে যাচ্ছে, বিশ্ব অর্থনীতির সঙ্গে বাড়ছে সম্পৃক্ততা। এ কারণে বাড়ছে ঝুঁকিও। তারা বলেন- মধ্যপ্রাচ্য পরিস্থিতি শুধু জ্বালানির দামে প্রভাব ফেলছে না, এর সার্বিক প্রভাব পড়বে ব্যাংকিং খাতে। এ সময় সালেহউদ্দিন বলেন- বাংলাদেশে ঝুঁকি ব্যবস্থাপনায় অনেক নীতিমালা থাকলেও এর সঠিক ব্যবহার হয় না। বাইরের হস্তক্ষেপ বন্ধ না হলে আর্থিক খাতে শৃংখলা ফেরানো সম্ভব না বলেও মন্তব্য করেন তিনি।"

আর্থিক ঝুঁকি এড়াতে ঋণ দেয়ার আগেই গ্রাহকের ফাইন্যান্সিয়াল লিটারেসি সম্পর্কে জানা দরকার। একই সঙ্গে ঝুঁকি ব্যব...