KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 -- Giving duit raya has been a cherished tradition during Hari Raya Aidilfitri in Malaysia for decades.

For some, it's even the best part of the celebration.

With digital payments becoming the norm, e-duit raya is now a convenient alternative.

But while some Malaysians are embracing the cashless method, many still prefer the traditional way of handing out duit raya in festive packets.

Easy and convenient

For 24-year-old Nasreen Khalip, this year's Aidilfitri is extra special - it's her first time giving duit raya, and she's going cashless.

"We already use online payments so much in daily transactions, so this just feels like the next step," the KL native told Malay Mail.

"I'm excited to try it out since it's ...