The study aspires to identify the factors conditioning the adaptation of the fourth industrial revolution (4IR) within the manufacturing industries in Bangladesh, embracing Industry 4.0 (I4.0) technology led by the technology‐organizational‐environment (TOE) framework that links a number of conditioning variables in the manufacturing industries of Bangladesh. I4.0 is going to drastically change the landscape of the extended TOE framework to relate demographics with research variables for implementing I4.0 technology in a developing country. The findings of the study are analyzed using SMART PLS SEM 4.0 and SPSS 29 in order to diagnose technological contexts (IT resource availability, technology readiness, and relative advantage), organizational contexts (strategy and leadership, organizational capabilities, and technology infrastructure), and environmental contexts (market pressure, government support, and technology innovation decision making). The study's data, which were collected with a bootstrap confidence range of 95%, offered evidence in favor of both proposed mediating effects. A statistically significant indirect effect of adaptation of I4.0 technology on manufacturing/industry performance was seen in the analysis. This study is conducted to examine the mediating function of manufacturing performance, which enhances the comprehensiveness of the study. Through the application of the TOE framework, this study investigates the impact of I4.0 technology adoption on manufacturing performance. The theoretical framework of the study has been validated by the TOE model, which aims to heighten manufacturing performance by integrating I4.0. The practical implications of this study, organizations, governments, and practitioners engaged in the implementation of I4.0 technologies within developing nation contexts.

The objective of this study is to assess the current and future potential of the digital economy in Bangladesh, with the goal of fostering national development and prosperity by the year 2041. Concurrently, this study examines the various aspects of the digital economy through the lens of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and emerging technologies, specifically focusing on the utilization of information and communication technology (ICT) in Bangladesh. The methodology section employs a qualitative approach to ascertain the research objectives, utilizing secondary data. The purpose of this study is to provide an overview of the contemporary status of the digital economy, focusing on emerging trends that have a significant impact on the national gross domestic product (GDP). Companies and individuals possess an understanding of the digital economy, which has the potential to mitigate the digital divide and establish a robust connection between technology and the economy. The research contributes to a more thorough understanding that Bangladesh is ranked 40th out of 193 nations at present; with the advancement of the digital economy, it will move up to 24th place in 2034. Future research can perhaps be expanded by adopting a qualitative methodology to explore the concept of a smart Bangladesh.

This paper aims to establish a technologically advanced and environmentally sustainable country that efficiently utilizes resources, fosters citizen participation, and stimulates economic development to transform a Smart Bangladesh. This review study, based on the PRISMA framework, seeks to analyze the elements, technologies, difficulties, and governmental approaches. Researchers conducted a systematic evaluation of relevant papers and studies to thoroughly analyze the present status and future potential of Smart Bangladesh. The researchers utilized the PRISMA 2020 platform to identify and choose relevant 150 studies and 17 reports from indexed publications, including Scopus, Web of Science, PubMed, DOAJ, and other sources. The key findings of this paper highlight the importance of constructing a nation that is both technologically advanced and environmentally sustainable nation. Bangladesh encompasses a holistic perspective on the advancement of technology, efficient utilization of resources, active involvement of its citizens, and effective implementation of government regulations. The assessment examines the fundamental elements of a technologically advanced Bangladesh, including developing technology, encountered obstacles, and governmental measures employed to realize this objective. The relevance of this comprehensive review contributes to a deeper understanding of the potential opportunities and obstacles associated with the process of transitioning towards a smart nation.

Purpose: Money laundering (ML) is a major criminal offence stemming from unethical practices by personnel on the ground at Chattogram Port, an important import and export facility in Bangladesh. Because money can be more easily laundered through imports, it is necessary to investigate the dubious process in this sector. This study aims to identify the items most regularly used for easy ML and the factors contributing to their vulnerability. Design/methodology/approach: This research uses a qualitative approach and analyses information from primary sources. Data is obtained from customs officials, port authority personnel, importers and customs brokers through semi-structured questionnaires. Although there are many techniques for ML, this study only found three most overwhelming: under-invoicing, over-invoicing and misdeclaration. A few case studies have been used based on newspaper reports and the internet to triangulate the qualitative data. Findings: Four import items – food products, garments, capital machinery and chemicals – have a higher risk of ML. This study also revealed that money launderers prefer under-invoicing food and garment items. Misdeclaration is more commonly associated with capital machinery and chemical items. Over-invoicing, on the other hand, is only prevalent in government purchases. The port authorities need to pay particular attention to these issues. Research limitations/implications: As ML is an ongoing activity that changes over time, the findings of this research are circumscribed by the data collected at a single point in time. Additionally, this research did not consider alternative laundering methods. Practical implications: The research results can provide a basis for creating effective anti-money laundering (AML) strategies to assist with sustainable economic growth. Social implications: Developing effective AML measures can help combat corruption and establish good governance in the country and support human well-being. Originality/value: This paper presents original research findings based on technical analysis. The Chattogram Port Authority and the National Board of Revenue have accepted and used the main findings in a collaborative action plan to tackle ML. The Bangladesh Bank, the country’s central bank, has also incorporated the necessary guidelines and regulations into the Money Laundering Prevention Act, 2012.

In Bangladesh, like many other countries, the implementation of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) measures plays a crucial role in the fight against financial offences and the maintenance of the financial system's integrity. The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the technologies for AML that has emerged as a promising approach to enhance the detection and prevention of financial crimes. The researcher aims to investigate the current state of AML, the impact of AI, the roles involved, and the legislation to achieve economic stability for the transformation of Bangladesh into a smart nation by 2041. In this systematic review study, the PRISMA framework is utilized to provide a comprehensive analysis of existing literature on the application of AI in AML, with a focus on risks, laws, and implications, particularly within the context of Bangladesh. The review synthesizes findings from diverse sources (Web of Sciences, Scopus, PubMed, and DOAJ indexing articles and reports) including academic research, industry reports, and regulatory documents, to assess the effectiveness, challenges, and ethical considerations associated with AI-driven AML solutions. Through a structured search strategy and rigorous selection criteria, the researchers discovered a total of 299 research papers, consisting of 181 latest studies and 117 previous relevant studies identified and analyzed to elucidate key trends, methodologies, and gaps in the current landscape of AI-enabled AML practices. The review also offers insights and recommendations for policymakers, practitioners, and researchers interested in leveraging AI technologies to combat money laundering effectively while navigating regulatory frameworks and safeguarding privacy rights. By critically examining the intersection of AI, AML, and legal frameworks, this study contributes to the ongoing discourse on the role of technology in addressing financial crime challenges in Bangladesh and beyond.

In today's digital age, the swift advancement of information and communication technology (ICT) has brought immense benefits to humanity, but it has also opened the door to various technological crimes, particularly cybercrime, which is becoming an increasingly significant issue in Bangladesh. This paper aspires to critically examine the nature and scope of cybercrime in Bangladesh, exploring its impact on individuals, businesses, and the economy as a whole. This study investigates the state of cybercrime in Bangladesh, its sector-wide impacts, and the effectiveness of existing legal government law in combating these crimes. a survey alongside semi-structured interviews and a variety of sources, including Scopus, Web of Science, DOAJ, Scimago, and Google Scholar databases. The study also utilized PRISMA based methodology to find out the research gaps in the context to increase deeper insights and understanding into technology-related crimes. Cybercrime (hacking, phishing and credit Card Fraud, financial fraud etc) greatly affected economic growth, emerging trends, different sectors, banking, finance and legal frameworks which are emerging economies that have the mediation process of expanding factors in Bangladesh. Additionally, financially motivated attackers, politically motivated attackers and espionage motivated attackers are the main reasons for cybercrime. As Bangladesh rapidly adopts digital technologies, the study identifies the emerging factors, patterns, underlying logic, the role of law enforcement agencies and cybersecurity measures related to cybercrime. The implication will be presented in the increasingly alarming consequences of cybercrime and suggests strengthening existing global cyber laws to more effectively fight these crimes.