Didarul
Alam
EMPOWERING INNOVATION. Shaping the Future of Tech.
- Founder & CEO, Shooting Star Ltd.
- Chairman, Bit Byte Technology Ltd.
- Founder & CEO, ADON Communications Ltd.
- Former Director, BASIS (2018–2021 & 2024)
- Honored with the Tech Entrepreneur Excellence Award – 2025
who i am
Hi there! I’m Didarul Alam Sunny, an entrepreneur and digital policy advocate. With over 14 years of technology leadership, I’ve been at the forefront of transforming Bangladesh’s digital economy through entrepreneurship, policy advocacy, and nationwide skill development.
Driving Digital Progress, Empowering Millions
Through my companies—Shooting Star Ltd., ADON Communications, and Bit Byte Technology Ltd. we’ve created a measurable national impact
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Key Contributions
2018 - 2021 & 2024
Director, BASIS
Led advocacy to support software business growth locally and globally. Drove reforms in SaaS taxation, digital payments, and e-commerce policy. Strengthened stakeholder ties and promoted AI adoption and freelancer capacity building.
2018
National Digital Commerce Policy
Played a central role in drafting Bangladesh’s foundational digital commerce framework in collaboration with the Ministry of Commerce, BASIS, and e-CAB.
2024 - 2025
World Bank-funded Market Intelligence Platform (MIP)
Under the EC4j Commerce Ministry, led the technology strategy and project implementation for this national export analytics platform—designed to elevate sectoral exports by approximately 30% by 2026.
2018 - 2019
Convenor, BASIS National ICT Awards
Under my leadership, the BASIS National ICT Awards evolved into Bangladesh’s most prestigious technology recognition platform.
2018 – 2020
Local Lead, NASA Space Apps Challenge Bangladesh
Spearheaded the initiative that led to Bangladesh's first global win in NASA's global hackathon, with Team Olik earning the championship title among 2,000+ global entries.
Leadership Skills
Achievement
Didarul Alam Sunny is widely recognized for his impactful contributions to Bangladesh’s digital and innovation landscape. Through his leadership in technology entrepreneurship, digital policy, and national capacity-building programs, he has played a pivotal role in advancing the country’s ICT ecosystem. His work spans both public and private sectors, influencing policy, driving transformation, and empowering thousands through technology-driven solutions. His achievements reflect a commitment to sustainable growth, inclusive innovation, and global excellence.
- Founded and scaled Shooting Star, Bit Byte, and ADON—three leading tech companies in Bangladesh.
- Led the EC4J Market Intelligence Platform (MIP) under the Ministry of Commerce, backed by the World Bank.
- Spearheaded innovation programs that generated over $55 million in national economic impact.
- Served as judge for APICTA, BASIS ICT Awards, and Bangladesh Business Innovation Awards.
Innovation Leadership
Driving Digital Transformation Across Sectors
Business Portfolio
Multiple successful tech-driven enterprises founded and scaled
Technology Foundation
14+ years of experience in high-impact ICT strategy and implementation
Awards
Tech Entrepreneur Excellence Award (2025)
Honored by Arthakantha Business Excellence Awards for outstanding leadership in technology entrepreneurship.
Special Recognition Award (2023)
Received from BASIS for a lifetime of impactful contributions to Bangladesh’s ICT industry.
NASA Space Apps Local Lead Award (2019)
Recognized for organizing Bangladesh’s participation in NASA’s global innovation challenge and mentoring Team Olik to global victory.
Special Appreciation Award for Skilled Technical Excellence (2019)
Honored by Creative IT Institute for leading impactful ICT training initiatives through Shooting Star Ltd., empowering youth in software, digital marketing, and cybersecurity
Judge & Convenor Roles
Asia Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA) Awards (2018 – 2019)
Evaluated leading innovations across the Asia-Pacific region on one of the most prestigious global ICT platforms.
BASIS National ICT Awards (2017-2019)
Judged the best national tech solutions, highlighting Bangladesh’s most innovative ICT products and entrepreneurs.
Bangladesh Innovation Awards (2019, 2022, 2023)
Assessed impactful innovations reshaping Bangladesh’s economy across key sectors.
Selection Committee Member – 2020 ICT Fellowship & Innovation Grant
Appointed by the ICT Division to evaluate proposals for both the Innovation Grant and Fellowship Program in STEM fields—shortlisting 33 high-potential projects for government funding.
NASA Space Apps Challenge (2018–2020)
Led Bangladesh's participation, achieving global wins.
BASIS National ICT Awards (2018 - 2019)
Convened national platforms that spotlighted Bangladesh's most innovative ICT solutions and entrepreneurial talent.
A Digital Architect for Bangladesh's Future
My journey began at the intersection of technology and social impact, driving me to architect digital ecosystems that empower people, improve governance, and influence national policy for a more inclusive tomorrow.
Turning ideas into digital system through cooperative leadership.
MIP: Powering Trade
Case studies