Dhaka Bank PLC, in collaboration with Mastercard, officially launched Bangladesh’s first-ever youth-centric dual currency prepaid card, branded as “Spark”, at a hotel at Gulshan on November 24.
The Spark Card of Dhaka Bank designed exclusively to empower the young and digitally active generation of Bangladesh, which combines advanced financial capabilities with premium lifestyle benefits covering travel, dining, education, fashion, and technology privileges both at home and abroad.
This card is deliberate to complement the dynamic lifestyle and global aspirations of young consumers, offering them seamless digital payment solutions alongside exclusive benefits and experiences.
The event was graced by Md Mostaque Ahmed, deputy managing director, Dhaka Bank PLC; HM Mostafizur Rahaman, SEVP & head of retail business division, Dhaka Bank PLC; Prof Abdur Rab, vice chancellor, IUBAT; Prof Saiful Islam, vice chancellor, AIUB; Prof Daniel W Lund, pro-vice chancellor, Independent University Bangladesh (IUB); Ahmed Tazmeen, registrar, North South University (NSU); Prof Sarwar Uddin Ahmed, dean, ULAB School of Business; Gautam Aggarwal, president – South Asia, Mastercard; Syed Mohammad Kamal, country manager, Mastercard Bangladesh; Zakia Sultana, director, Mastercard Bangladesh; along with senior officials of Dhaka Bank PLC, and Mastercard.
Over 100 students from seven leading private universities: NSU, IUB, IUBAT, UIU, AIUB, BRAC University and ULAB attended the ceremony.
The launch ceremony also featured a special panel discussion with the student representatives of seven leading private universities on the theme of national significance: “Digital Inclusion for the Youth of Bangladesh.”
The discussion highlighted the challenges and opportunities of the country’s evolving digital ecosystem, as well as the need for increased digital access, education financing, and secure financial innovation to support young people nationwide.
Md Mostaque Ahmed, deputy managing director, Dhaka Bank PLC, said: “With ‘Spark’, we are delighted to introduce a product that resonates with the energy, aspirations, and global outlook of Bangladesh’s youth. We are pleased to join hands with Mastercard to launch Spark – the first prepaid card exclusively designed for the youth. This reflects Dhaka Bank’s commitment to expanding financial access and enhancing lifestyle convenience for the next generation, both at home and abroad.”
