Editorial Comment: 

MIS: The Catalyst for Trust, Security, and Sustainability in Bangladesh

The articles in this issue of the Bangladesh Journal of MIS demonstrate that MIS is the key catalyst for Bangladesh's digital evolution. We have found that user trust and satisfaction are significant drivers of adoption of AI-driven mobile financial services, and digital marketing changes the way consumers behave. Most importantly, MIS-enabled technologies will help public safety by enhancing the Bangladesh Police's digital forensic capabilities to better investigate and prevent crimes. The authors collectively agree that institutional investment and ongoing education/training are required to ensure the continued security and sustainability of the country's digital future.

In addition to advancing Bangladesh's digital development through MIS, MIS also plays an essential role in advancing sustainability and economic diversity. For example, the hospitality sector may use intelligent technology interventions to more efficiently manage food waste and improve its environmental accountability. At the same time, Bangladesh's growing opportunity to develop "Dark Tourism" based on its rich liberation war history could be realized through targeted digital promotions. Therefore, the collective findings of these articles provide a clear directive for researchers, policymakers, and business leaders to incorporate and utilize MIS and AI strategies in the development of a competitive, secure, and sustainable digital economy in Bangladesh.