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A 25-member delegation from the Central Bank (CB) visited India from March 2 to 6 to participate in a specialised Training and Capacity-Building Programme on ‘Financial Frontiers – Innovation, Resilience and Internationalisation’.
Digital Economy Ministry Consultant Sumudu Ratnayake stated that a new WhatsApp support service has been introduced to promptly resolve issues regarding the QR code used for obtaining fuel quotas.
Novus Technologies, a global FinTech service solution provider, has come on board as a Platinum Sponsor for the LankaPay Technnovation Awards 2026, marking its second time as a valued partner of the country’s flagship platform celebrating innovation and excellence within the payment technology space.
As hotels continue to redefine the guest experience through digital transformation, in-room technology has evolved from a basic amenity into a strategic component of the broader hotel ecosystem.
HNB PLC has once again been recognised as Sri Lanka’s Best Retail Bank for the 16th time at the TAB Global Excellence in Retail Financial Services Awards 2026. The awards ceremony was held on March 12, at Shanghai, China, recognising financial institutions for excellence in retail banking and innovation.
The Government Information Centre (GIC) has introduced a special WhatsApp number for vehicle owners who need assistance in registering for the National Fuel Pass. Accordingly, those who are having problems during registration can get the QR code by sending necessary details to the WhatsApp number and following the r…
LUXEMBOURG, March 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ferrero Group announced it has signed an agreement to acquire Bold Snacks, a leading Brazilian premium protein snack company. Founded in 2018, Bold Snacks has seen strong growth from the outset, driven by its digital strategy and innovative portfolio of protein bars, and ha…
The delivery wars are speeding up.
The Government Information Center (GIC) has launched a special WhatsApp service to assist vehicle owners experiencing difficulties while registering for the National Fuel Pass, the Ministry of Digital Economy announced today(18).
News, opinions, infographics and videos on China issues: geopolitics, diplomacy, economy, technology and lifestyle.
News, opinions, infographics and videos on China issues: geopolitics, diplomacy, economy, technology and lifestyle.
News, opinions, infographics and videos on China issues: geopolitics, diplomacy, economy, technology and lifestyle.
News, opinions, infographics and videos on China issues: geopolitics, diplomacy, economy, technology and lifestyle.
SRIQ Corporation, together with Microsoft and global digital transformation partner proMX, hosted an exclusive executive forum last weekend at Hilton Colombo, marking the launch of next-generation Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM innovation in Sri Lanka.
Hatch, an innovation and entrepreneurship platform, announced the conclusion of the second cohort of its ‘GoviLab AgriTech’ accelerator programme, run in partnership with the Sarvodaya Shramadana Movement.
The MAS Athlete Training Academy and the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT) entered a landmark partnership to advance holistic athlete development.
In a landmark move for Sri Lanka’s cybersecurity landscape, SITREK Group and Singaporean technology leader ST Engineering have announced a strategic partnership aimed at bolstering national digital resilience. The Memorandum of Collaboration (MoC) was signed at the SITREK Cyber and Tech Summit 2026 on March 4, at Ci…
Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Limited (SLICGL) has strengthened its engagement with the education sector, extending the strategic partnership with the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT) for the second consecutive year, to strengthen National Educator Awards (NEA) initiatives as the offic…
The technical shortcomings of the QR code system introduced by the government with the aim of resolving the fuel crisis and streamlining the fuel distribution have now been completely resolved, said Deputy Minister of Digital Economy Eranga Weeraratne.
Users will be able to access the generative AI chatbot through its web and mobile app in the future.
The Deputy Minister of Digital Economy, Eranga Weeraratne, says that the technical issues currently affecting the fuel issuance QR code system will be fully resolved by this morning (17).
Fcode Labs launches Forevate, a real-time market intelligence solution designed to help businesses respond faster to market changes and make data-driven decisions. Operating across Asia, Europe, and North America, Fcode Labs has grown from three founders to a 100-person team in seven years. During that time, the com…
Sri Lanka’s condominium landscape continues to expand at pace, reshaping urban living across the country, yet many residential communities still rely on manual payment methods that slow down collections, delay reconciliations and limit financial visibility for both residents and management corporations.
Port City Colombo has strengthened its technology services ecosystem by signing a strategic partnership agreement with OREL IT.
Chevron Lubricants Lanka PLC, in collaboration with the Ceylon German Technical Training Institute launched Caltex Abimani Women in STEM, a corporate social responsibility initiative designed to empower young Sri Lankan women pursuing education in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
The technology is available on the new MyLab™E85 GTS Edition that will be showcased together with the brand new MyLab™C30 GTS ultrasound system at the Esaote booth
Surf’s up for SoCal’s super rich!
The Pitt Season 2 has thrown cyber threats, SWAT shootings, pub crawlers, motorcycle crashes, and even Baby Jane Doe at the doctors and nurses of the fictional PTMC emergency department. This week’s all new episode of the HBO Max hit will also deal with the literal fallout of that gnarly water slide disaster we saw …
LOS ANGELES, March 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On March 12, Huion—a leading brand in digital ink tools—celebrates its 15th anniversary. Over the past 15 years, Huion has evolved from a startup into an industry leader, dedicated to providing affordable yet high-performance pen tablets and displays for artists worldwide.
According to the World Bank, an estimated 1.2 billion young people in emerging markets will reach working age over the next 10-15 years. However, the same emerging economies, including ours, are projected to only generate 400 million jobs. Creating a vacuum in the labour force for 800 million people worldwide. Whils…
The government has decided to establish a ‘GovTech’ institution to replace the Information and Communication Technology Agency (ICTA) operating under the Ministry of Digital Economy to provide a more efficient digital technology service.
BPC—a global leader in payment solutions, has come on board as a Strategic Partner of the LankaPay Technnovation Awards 2026, strengthening collaboration to recognise the trailblasers of payment technology innovation in the country.
A high-powered 15-member delegation from SLASSCOM, the national chamber for Sri Lanka’s knowledge and innovation industry, concluded its participation at the 34th NASSCOM Technology and Leadership Forum (NTLF) 2026 recently.
Health and Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa added a modern MRI machine equipped with Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to the patient care services at the National Hospital of Sri Lanka (NHSL) in Colombo on Monday (9).
Diversified conglomerate Sunshine Holdings PLC (CSE: SUN) announced the launch of its new Group-wide people management platform, marking an important milestone in the organisation’s broader digital transformation and governance journey.
Tom Conrad is sitting in Sonos’ Santa Barbara headquarters on a sunny Californian afternoon, talking about the worst year in the audio company’s two-decade history with the calm of a man who has already made peace with the mess he inherited – and started cleaning it up.
Tom Conrad is sitting in Sonos’ Santa Barbara headquarters on a sunny Californian afternoon, talking about the worst year in the audio company’s two-decade history with the calm of a man who has already made peace with the mess he inherited – and started cleaning it up.
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Uber is expanding a pilot program aimed at addressing concerns about the safety of its ride-hailing platform
With the right partnerships and technical knowledge from chinese and other asian EV manufacuters, Sri Lanka can move beyond typical assembly toward innovation. Over time, local entrepreneurs could design and manufacture home-grown electric vehicles, matching with local road conditions and maintenance, following a pa…
The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026 recognised the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT) as the leading non-state higher education institution in Sri Lanka.
A Sri Lankan-invented medical device designed for the non-invasive early detection of cardiovascular conditions using Artificial Intelligence was successfully piloted at the King Hamad American Mission Hospital in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Ogilvy Group Sri Lanka delivered an impressive performance at the SLIM Effie Awards 2025, held recently, securing a total of six metals, a Gold, three Silver and two Bronze, along with eight finalist recognitions across its Digital, Creative and Media agencies.
Sri Lanka’s fintech sector continues to gain momentum with the appointment of Vardan Aslibekyan, Director and Chief Executive Officer of Pay&Go, to the Board of Directors of Fintech Forum Sri Lanka, one of the country’s leading industry body representing the financial technology sector.
In a defining leap for Sri Lanka’s FMCG landscape, Elephant House Ice Cream has unveiled a new generation of products under itsElephant House Wonder and IMORICH brands, powered by advanced Extrusion Technology.
Sri Lanka, like any other country in the world, marked International Women’s Day in 2026 as well. The occasion demands attention that has become impossible to ignore. Reports speak of cybercrimes directed at women and girls. Many of these attacks specifically target young women, who roam the digital spaces without p…
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How did Israel gather information on the real time movements of Iran’s top political and military leaders? How did they kill the most powerful cleric in the Muslim world, the late Ayatollah Khamenei? Israel has launched unprecedented strikes on Iran, targeting its nuclear programme and military leaders. How Israel’s…
In the corridors of Sri Lanka’s leading corporate houses, a quiet crisis of mismatch is unfolding. As our economy pivots toward high-value services and technology-driven exports, the traditional Curriculum Vitae (CV) – a chronological list of past titles and roles – is proving to be an increasingly obsolete tool for…
Colombo-born singer and songwriter Yohani Diloka de Silva has transformed from a self-taught YouTuber into a global music phenomenon, showcasing the power of digital media and artistic discipline.
