Dhaka, Nov. 24 -- Bangladesh's payment ecosystem saw strong growth and structural transformation throughout 2024, driven by rising digital adoption, major technological upgrades, and strengthened regulatory oversight, according to the latest Bangladesh Bank (BB) Payment Systems report.

Covering January-December 2024, the report highlights key trends across retail, large-value, digital, and paper-based transactions, while also noting global developments influencing the broader financial landscape.

Formal payments in Bangladesh are primarily routed through five BB-operated or regulated platforms: Bangladesh Automated Cheque Processing System (BACPS), Bangladesh Electronic Fund Transfer Network (BEFTN), Bangladesh Real-Time Gross Settlemen...