Islami Bank has launched a month-long “Cyber Security Awareness” campaign aimed at reinforcing digital protection, data privacy, and customer trust across its operations.
M Kamal Uddin Jasim, managing director (current charge) of Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC, inaugurated the campaign as the chief guest at a ceremony held at Islami Bank Tower on September 30, Wednesday.
Mohammad Rezaul Karim, executive vice president, presided over the event, while SM Mizanur Rahman, senior vice president, delivered the welcome address to attendees.
Deputy managing directors of the bank Md Rafiqul Islam, Muhammad Sayeed Ullah, Md Maksudur Rahman, Abu Sayed Md. Idris, and Md Gakir Hossain alongside senior executives and officials of the bank were present at the event.
All heads of zones, heads of branches and in-charges of sub-branches also participated in the event through a virtual platform.
In his speech as chief guest, M Kamal Uddin Jasim said that alongside the use and importance of information technology, the importance of cyber security has also increased. He noted that ensuring customers’ trust, data privacy and security is one of the bank's most important responsibilities, and that to ensure cyber security, not only the institution but also every employee must play an aware and responsible role.
Why it matters
The campaign highlights the banking sector's growing institutional focus on safeguarding customer data privacy and mitigating digital risks amid expanding information technology use.