Bangladesh Experiences Internet Blackout, Impacts Businesses and Industries

Internet Connectivity Disrupted Due to Submarine Cable Maintenance

Businesses, e-commerce and online services Affected

Bangladesh's internet connectivity experienced a major disruption on Thursday night as the country's second submarine cable, SEA-ME-WE 5, underwent scheduled maintenance. The blackout, which began at 11 p.m. local time, has affected almost all businesses and industries.

The outage has severely impacted e-commerce platforms, as online shopping and payment systems have been rendered inaccessible. Major telecommunications companies have reported significant drops in internet traffic, disrupting communication and data transfer services.

The blackout has also caused problems for businesses that rely on the internet for communication and collaboration. Many companies have been forced to halt operations, resulting in financial losses and inconvenience to customers.

The maintenance is expected to last for 12 hours, but the extent of the disruption may vary depending on the specific areas and service providers.