Newagebd Bangladesh Prioritizes Cybersecurity Amid Digital Transformation
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- •Cybersecurity and digital trust are now national priorities for Bangladesh.
- •The state minister warned that cyber threats could undermine national development.
- •Public awareness is crucial for maximizing the benefits of digital transformation.
On June 26, 2026, State Minister Yaser Khan Chowdhury emphasized the need for cybersecurity and digital trust as national priorities during the Phoenix Summit 2026 in Dhaka. He highlighted the rapid digital transformation of Bangladesh, affecting daily life, financial services, media, education, and commerce. Chowdhury warned that any compromise in the security of financial transactions or public confidence in digital services could hinder the country's development. He called for collaboration among stakeholders to establish a national cyber resilience framework and stressed the importance of public awareness regarding cybercrime and misinformation. The event was attended by key figures, including Tareq Refat Ullah Khan from BRAC Bank and Piotr Kijewski from Shadowserver Foundation, who presented a keynote paper.
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