Yeah... the rest of the developed world is enjoying VISA Electron (the generic name for these debit cards) awesome-ness... and we're stuck with the one bank offering...
I have been pestering my bank for months trying to find out when they're bringing it out... but given that it took them forever to de-java-ise their online banking system and do away with silly security certs, I dont see them offering one anytime soon
The best part, is that you can open an account, and just put in the cash when you need it, so should some scumbug manage to get their hands on your details, they can only nick whats in the account...
of course, this assumes your bank will let you operate an account with a minimal (or zero) balance without charging you ridiculous fees etc.
In the meantime... I just live with the risk of people getting my CC details and buy stuff online anyway
