Dhaka, Dec. 30 -- Internet-banking transactions surged by more than 39.0 per cent to Tk 1.29 trillion during the first four months of the current fiscal year, signifying a steady shift away from cheques and other paper-based conventional payment methods.

Roughly 66.0 million transactions were carried out through internet banking platforms between July and October, according to the latest Bangladesh Bank data.

People familiar with the data tell The Financial Express this reflects growing consumer comfort with digital channels as banks expand app-based services.

The surge highlights how bank-developed mobile and web applications are increasingly driving the country's digital payment ecosystem, particularly among youths in both urban and ...