Topic: Technology — Neutral reports only
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[2026-04-04 20:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The National (UAE)
Snippet: The current oil price shock has thrown into question the correlation between crude and Bitcoin, showing that the digital asset moves independently of the commodity, a new study from Binance has found.
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[2026-04-04 16:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]
Source: BBC News
Snippet: Use BBC.com or the new BBC App to listen to BBC podcasts, Radio 4 and the World Service outside the UK.
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[2026-04-04 03:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: Read this in The Manila Times digital edition.
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[2026-04-04 01:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The National (UAE)
Snippet: The Gulf Co-operation Council is emerging as one of the world’s most dynamic financial regions, driven by rapid economic diversification and innovation. With its strong foundation of stability and governance, alongside its keen embrace of technology, the region is uniquely positioned to establish itself as a global leader in regulatory innovation.
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[2026-04-03 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: CNBC
Snippet: This report is from this week's The Tech Download newsletter. Like what you see? You can subscribe here.
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[2026-04-03 20:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: SEOUL, April 3 (Yonhap) -- South Korean and French businesses on Friday vowed to expand exchanges in emerging areas, including the bio, carbon-free and technology sectors, as the two countries celebrate the 140th anniversary of diplomatic ties in 2026.
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[2026-04-03 16:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: SEOUL, April 3 (Yonhap) -- South Korea and France on Friday vowed to expand cooperation in strategic science sectors, including artificial intelligence (AI), while reaffirming their status as key partners in cutting-edge technology research, the science ministry said.
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[2026-04-03 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Pan Asia Bank was awarded Gold in the Customer Convenience category (Category C Banks) at the LankaPay Technnovation Awards 2026, in recognition of achieving the highest growth in digital transactions in 2025.
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[2026-04-03 06:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Commercial Bank of Ceylon has reinforced its leadership in digital payments and financial technology innovation with a haul of six awards, comprising four Golds, a Silver and a Merit, at the LankaPay Technnovation Awards 2026.
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[2026-04-03 03:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: ERROR 404 page not found Click here to go to the home page
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[2026-04-02 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider, announced the availability of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Series in Sri Lanka through its retail and digital channels, bringing Samsung’s latest flagship smartphone lineup to local consumers.
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[2026-04-02 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Insurance Association of Sri Lanka (IASL) announced the launch of its revamped official website at www.iasl.lk, reinforcing the Association’s commitment to transparency, accessibility and industry leadership in an increasingly digital landscape.
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[2026-04-01 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Government has approved the implementation of a ‘Digital Communication and Collaboration Platform’ for all State sector employees.The initiative, valued at an estimated investment of Rs. 626 million. The project aims to equip Government officials with modern digital tools, incorporating Artificial Intelligence (AI) features designed to enhance communication, collaboration, and overall efficiency across the public sector.
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[2026-04-01 06:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Kotadeniyawa Police arrested drug trafficker known by the alias ‘Sudu Aiyya’, who allegedly operated a sophisticated drug distribution network using mobile phone ‘magic voice’ technology to disguise his identity. Along with the primary suspect, police apprehended two accomplices and 14 individuals who had arrived to purchase narcotics.
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[2026-04-01 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Colombo Kickerz Football Academy will partner lady J, through its sportswear brand Airtrack, as the Main Spsonsor and The Papare as the Digital Media Partner for the 2026/27 football season. These partnerships mark an important milestone for the academy as it continues its mission of developing the next generation of football talent in Sri Lanka.
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[2026-04-01 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) yesterday launched a new centralised electronic system yesterday for filing asset and liability declarations.
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[2026-03-31 06:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: With a massive US military buildup in the Middle East and prospects for a diplomatic breakthrough looking grim, an American operation against Iran might finally be around the corner. Modern geopolitics, military technology and Iran’s defences make a land invasion highly complex. Military history teaches us that airpower alone is insufficient to achieve the kind of aims the White House and Pentagon are aspiring for themselves.Defence analysts assume that a ground war on Iran’s own terrain- will send American troops
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[2026-03-31 06:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Commercial Bank of Ceylon has further strengthened its digital payments leadership by becoming the first bank in Sri Lanka to enable 3D Secure (3DS) authentication for e-commerce transactions on the LankaPay/JCB National Card Scheme, significantly strengthening the security and global usability of the card.
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[2026-03-31 06:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Industry leaders, technologists and policymakers came together this week at The AI Impact Forum to explore how artificial intelligence is moving beyond hype into real-world application and what that means for countries like Sri Lanka.
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[2026-03-31 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Diva, a most trusted brand in laundry care has revitalised its Diva Fresh detergent powder range with Triple Action Technology, reaffirming its commitment to helping Sri Lankan families manage everyday laundry challenges with greater ease and confidence.
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[2026-03-31 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Sri Lanka Railways (SLR) is set to launch a smart ticket pilot project in April with the aim of establishing a new digital ticketing system across the country to replace traditional paper tickets.
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[2026-03-31 01:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: Cleveland Guardians catcher Bo Naylor challenges a call during an at-bat by Seattle Mariners’ Luke Raley during the fourth inning of a baseball game, Friday, March 27, 2026, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson, filr)
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[2026-03-30 21:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: Minnesota Twins manager Derek Shelton argues with umpire Laz Diaz over a pitch challenge during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles, Sunday, March 29, 2026 in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Gail Burton)
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[2026-03-30 18:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: SCU successfully hosted the launch of its MSc Artificial Intelligence and MSc Software Engineering and Applications programs, awarded by the University of Bedfordshire, UK on 17th March 2026 at NH Collection Colombo. The event marked a significant milestone in expanding internationally recognized postgraduate education in Sri Lanka, attracting a strong presence of industry leaders, academics, and technology professionals.
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[2026-03-30 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Supreme Court of Sri Lanka has marked a significant milestone in its digital transformation with the implementation of its e-Filing Portal under the e-Courts Project. This initiative reflects the Court’s ongoing commitment to modernising Judicial processes and enhancing the delivery of Justice through the use of technology.
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[2026-03-30 06:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: EWIS recently announced the launch of EWIS AEGIS, a first-of-its-kind AI-powered platform developed in Sri Lanka to be introduced to local and overseas markets that is designed to help organisations modernise mission-critical legacy systems with greater speed, control and predictability. The platform incorporates proprietary technology for which a patent is currently pending.
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[2026-03-30 06:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: An exclusive business conclave for Investment Promotion on Graphene Technology was held at Kingsbury Colombo last weekend aimed at promoting investment in graphene technology, attracting a robust presence of both local and international investors. This high level platform was orchestrated by Eng. Keerthi Wickramarathna, Chairman of Ragedara Graphite Mines, a pioneer in the mining, research and production of vein graphite and graphene in Melsiripura, Sri Lanka.
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[2026-03-30 06:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that it is the Government’s objective to establish an education system that ensures every child has access to modern technological opportunities.
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[2026-03-30 06:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The book Intimidated? presents a significant and timely contribution to understanding challenges, resilience, and innovation in the modern world, offering valuable insights for education, research, and social transformation, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya said.
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[2026-03-30 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Reinforcing its commitment as ‘Bankers to the Nation’, Bank of Ceylon (BOC) has launched the BOC Agri Banking Unit, first of its kind to drive sustainable growth and innovation in Sri Lanka’s agriculture sector.
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[2026-03-30 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: SLT-MOBITEL, Sri Lanka’s National ICT Solutions Provider, is combining innovation, resilience, and a people‑first vision to amplify efforts at expanding the country’s digital transformation agenda. Building on strong FY 2025 financial results, the company is pioneering initiatives to elevate customer experiences, strengthen enterprises, and advance national digital inclusion, establishing SLT-MOBITEL’s role in driving Sri Lanka’s economic progress.
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[2026-03-30 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A 15-member delegation of the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Infrastructure and Strategic Development of Parliament, comprising 12 MPs and three Parliamentary officials, visited India for a study tour recently. The delegation was led by Committee Chairperson MP S. M. Marikkar. The week-long visit included engagements in New Delhi and Mumbai.
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[2026-03-29 05:03 UTC+10:00] [Technology] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Age
Snippet: March 29, 2026 — 5:03am
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[2026-03-29 03:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: Read this in The Manila Times digital edition.
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[2026-03-28 15:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Deputy Minister of Highways, Dr. Prasanna Gunasena, announced plans to introduce a modern digital ticketing system and upgraded inspection equipment across railway stations island-wide, following a field visit to several stations.
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[2026-03-27 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: KOKO, Sri Lanka’s premier BNPL platform and fintech innovator, won the Overall Gold Award for Excellence in Digital Payments together with three category Gold Awards at the Grand Finale of the LankaPay Technnovation Awards 2026, marking a standout result in the company’s first year of participation.
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[2026-03-27 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: SELVE is an innovative, spoken English app designed to make English communication more accessible through real-time AI-driven support.
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[2026-03-27 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: South Korea has approved a 250 billion won ($166 million) investment in local artificial intelligence (AI) chip startup Rebellions, as part of efforts to strengthen its domestic semiconductor industry.
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[2026-03-27 02:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: RT News
Snippet: A jury in California found Alphabet’s Google and Meta liable for $6 million in damages on Wednesday in a landmark lawsuit in which the social media giants were accused of being legally responsible for the addictive design of their platforms. Major US tech companies have faced increasing scrutiny over child and teen safety over the past decade, a debate that has now moved into courts and state legislatures.
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[2026-03-26 23:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: LONDRES (AP) — Los reguladores de la Unión Europea están investigando a Snapchat ante la preocupación de que la plataforma no esté haciendo suficiente para proteger a los menores y los exponga a riesgos como una mayor vulnerabilidad ante depredadores infantiles o al reclutamiento por parte de delincuentes.
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[2026-03-26 18:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The South Asian Regional Workshop, aimed at safeguarding freedom of expression and the right to information, commenced on March 24 at the Central Department of Journalism and Mass Communication premises of Tribhuvan University in Kathmandu, Nepal, and is continuing this week. Implemented in collaboration with UNESCO, the initiative focuses on developing a Digital Platform Governance Toolkit tailored specifically for the South Asian region.
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[2026-03-26 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The world is shape-shifting. Creating a digital economy, AI readiness, and shaping a globally competitive Sri Lanka takes place at a pivotal moment, where global supply chains are being rewired, traditional work methods are being contested, global political turmoil is taking place, and the race for AI adoption is faster than ever.
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[2026-03-26 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL), the global arm of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), has stepped up efforts to expand Unified Payments Interface (UPI) merchant acceptance in Sri Lanka, aiming to deliver seamless digital payment experiences for Indian tourists while supporting the island’s growing digital economy.
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[2026-03-26 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s growing focus on strengthening its cybersecurity capabilities took centre stage at the SITREK Cyber & Tech Summit 2026, held on March 4-5, at Cinnamon Life, City of Dreams Colombo.
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[2026-03-26 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Wilson, one of the most recognised names in global sports, is expanding its footprint in Asia with its official entry into Sri Lanka, bringing its legacy of performance, innovation and sporting culture to a new generation of athletes in the island.
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[2026-03-26 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: LB Finance PLC partnered with the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) at the two-day PayDigital Kurunegala Campaign held on February 20-21, promoting the adoption of secure and convenient digital payment solutions.
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[2026-03-26 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A new report finds that women face higher risks, as they are concentrated in tasks more prone to automation and remain underrepresented in technology and science fields.
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[2026-03-25 08:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]
Source: New York Post
Snippet: Easter ham can be pretty high-stakes.
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[2026-03-25 08:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: CNBC
Snippet: Amazon has acquired Fauna Robotics, a startup that builds "approachable" humanoid robots for consumers and businesses, the company confirmed Tuesday. Terms of the deal weren't disclosed.
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[2026-03-25 07:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday (23) approved a proposal to promote digital payments by removing transaction fees for both senders and recipients on QR-based payments below Rs. 5,000, Cabinet Spokesman and Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said.
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