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Newest first · UTC+11:00Saving resources save lives - DailyNews
Saving certain resources such as water, fuel, gas etc involve the reduction of consumption and the sustainable management of natural materials and ensure future availability. Key actions include reducing waste, reusing items, recycling, using energy-efficient technology, and conserving. But unfortunately people, esp…
· Gayan Abeykoon
Amnesty International warns Meta policies may fuel violence in Bangladesh - DailyNews
Amnesty International on Monday urged tech company Meta to address concerns over harmful online content on Facebook, citing risk of sectarian tensions, discrimination and violence against minority communities in Bangladesh.
· Gayan Abeykoon
UnionPay Int’l Platinum Sponsor for LankaPay Technnovation Awards - DailyNews
UnionPay International has come on board as a Platinum Sponsor for the LankaPay Technnovation Awards 2026, marking its fourth consecutive year of partnership with Sri Lanka’s premier awards platform dedicated to honouring the country’s payment technology innovators.
· Gayan Abeykoon
HNB Assurance claim Fairfirst Trophy with four wicket win - DailyNews
Man of the Final Dasun Abeywardena of HNB Assurance receives his trophy from Clement Fernandopulle [Head Digital, Marketing and Customer Experience of Fairfirst Insurance
· Gayan Abeykoon
People’s Bank leading Lanka’s digital banking revolution - DailyNews
People’s Bank has solidified its position as the vanguard of financial technology in Sri Lanka, by aggressively expanding its digital ecosystem.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Uber and PickMe ask Government for higher fuel quotas - DailyNews
Uber and PickMe, the country’s leading ride-hailing and delivery app-based platforms, have asked the Government for higher fuel quotas for their most engaged driver and delivery partners.
· Gayan Abeykoon
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More transparency needed on fees and data for 24-hour gym memberships
As digital footprints expand, operators must be upfront with customers, who should also pause to read the fine print
· SCMP Editorial
Felicidad Sy Foundation unveils digital transformation center to empower future-ready learners
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· The Manila Times
Rusia frena protestas por el bloqueo de una popular app de mensajería, pero la frustración persiste
Dos mujeres consultan sus celulares durante un viaje en bus en Moscú, el 11 de marzo de 2026. (AP Foto/Alexander Zemlianichenko, archivo)
· Dasha Litvinova
For Suda51, punk in games isn’t dead. It’s reloading.
Romeo is a Dead Man wastes no time.
· Gendel Gento
Chinese tech company’s robot tennis player said to be a match for human opponents | South China Morning Post
The robot developed by Tsinghua University and Galbot is able to return 88.69 per cent of shots it faces.
New QR code feature simplifies vehicle fuel registration process - DailyNews
Authorities of the Ministry of Digital Economy have introduced a new system feature aimed at resolving long-standing issues faced by motorists in obtaining fuel QR codes for previously registered vehicles.
· Gayan Abeykoon
From guesswork to intelligence - DailyNews
On a typical farming day in rural Sri Lanka, decisions that shape the entire season are often made with little more than experience, instinct, and fragments of information passed from neighbour to neighbour. For generations, this has been the rhythm of agriculture here. Although tradition has it that way, integratio…
· Gayan Abeykoon
Banks to maintain uninterrupted services, SLBA urges public to use digital channels - DailyNews
The Sri Lanka Banks’ Association (SLBA) has assured the public that banks will continue to operate on all five weekdays as an essential service, despite the temporary measures introduced to conserve fuel and energy resources.
· Gayan Abeykoon
New feature to resolve challenges in obtaining vehicle fuel QR codes - DailyNews
Digital Economy Ministry yesterday said that a new feature has been added to the system starting yesterday (19) to address the difficulties faced by the public when trying to obtain the QR code of a previously registered vehicle, especially in cases where the mobile phone number used for the original registration is…
· Gayan Abeykoon
NephroPlus expands digital care across 43 clinics with mobile app launch
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New feature introduced to resolve fuel QR code registration issues - DailyNews
The Ministry of Digital Economy has announced that a new feature has been added to the vehicle fuel QR code system starting today (March 19), aimed at resolving difficulties faced by the public when obtaining QR codes for previously registered vehicles, especially when the original mobile phone number is no longer a…
· Supuni Kulasinghe
Sri Lanka’s first Integrated Travel Ecosystem Platform launched - DailyNews
Sri Lanka marks a proud milestone in its tourism journey with the official launch of Lily Lanka, a locally developed digital travel platform created to enhance the tourism experience across the island.
· Mavan perera
Working with AI and digital technologies for future jobs in Asia Pacific - DailyNews
AI has been in the forefront of all topics for the past three years. Although the technology is promised to deliver value, the process hasn’t been as straight forward. Its timelines for value creation are extended than initially expected. In such landscape how do future jobs in our region including the Pacific count…
· Mavan perera
‘QR code for fuel 95% successful’ - DailyNews
The QR code, which has been implemented in a way that minimises the inconvenience to the people in obtaining solutions to the current fuel problem, has been 95 percent successful, Digital Economy Deputy Minister Eranga Weeraratne stated in Parliament.
· Mavan perera
Capacity-Building Programme for Sri Lankan Start-ups - DailyNews
A 25-member delegation from the Sri Lanka Association for Software and Services companies (SLASSCOM) visited India from February 2nd – March 13th, 2026 to participate in a specialised Training and Capacity-Building Programme. The delegation comprised founders, owners and co-owners of Sri Lankan Start-ups.
· Mavan perera
Ladies’ College OGA launches ‘She Means Business’ - DailyNews
The Ladies’ College Old Girls’ Association (OGA) recently launched ‘She Means Business – a pioneering digital platform dedicated to promoting Small and Medium Entrepreneurs (SMEs) within its Old Girls’ network.
· Mavan perera
CB officials attend Capacity-Building Programme at India’s Reserve Bank Staff College - DailyNews
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’.
· Mavan perera
WhatsApp support service to resolve QR code issues - DailyNews
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.
· Mavan perera
Novus Technologies joins LankaPay Technnovation Awards as Platinum Sponsor - DailyNews
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.
· Mavan perera
Samsung’s hospitality TV series connects hotel ecosystem - DailyNews
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.
· Mavan perera
HNB named Sri Lanka’s Best Retail Bank at TAB Global Excellence in Retail Finance Awards - DailyNews
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.
· Mavan perera
GIC hotline to address QR queries - DailyNews
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…
· Mavan perera
Ferrero Group acquires Bold Snacks, a leading Brazilian protein snack company
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…
· PRNEWSWIRE
Amazon launches 1- and 3-hour delivery options across the US — find out if your city is on board
The delivery wars are speeding up.
· Brooke Steinberg
National fuel pass registration support now available on WhatsApp - DailyNews
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).
· Supuni Kulasinghe
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SRIQ Corporation with Microsoft global digital transformation partner proMX, host executive forum - DailyNews
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.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Hatch concludes 2nd Cohort of ‘GoviLab AgriTech’ accelerator programme - DailyNews
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.
· Gayan Abeykoon
MAS Athlete Training Academy and SLIIT forge landmark partnership to support Lankan Athletes - DailyNews
The MAS Athlete Training Academy and the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT) entered a landmark partnership to advance holistic athlete development.
· Gayan Abeykoon
SITREK Group partners Singaporean Technology leader ST Engineering to fortify Lanka’s digital future - DailyNews
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…
· Gayan Abeykoon
SLICGL extends partnership with SLIIT to safeguard teachers through ‘Guru Buhuman’ insurance solution - DailyNews
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…
· Gayan Abeykoon
Fuel QR code technical issues resolved - DailyNews
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.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Google to open Gemini chatbot to all Hong Kong users amid city’s AI push | South China Morning Post
Users will be able to access the generative AI chatbot through its web and mobile app in the future.
Technical teams working to resolve fuel QR system issues: Deputy minister - DailyNews
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).
· Supuni Kulasinghe
Fcode Labs launches Forevate: Real-time market intelligence solutions - DailyNews
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…
· damith
Sampath Bank and Apartner bring digital payments to Lanka’s growing condominium sector - DailyNews
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.
· damith
Port City Colombo and Orel IT sign partnership to strengthen technology services - DailyNews
Port City Colombo has strengthened its technology services ecosystem by signing a strategic partnership agreement with OREL IT.
· damith
Caltex Abimani scholarships strengthen female talent pipeline in STEM - DailyNews
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).
· Gayan Abeykoon
Esaote at EAU 2026: Introducing Exclusive PAM Technology to Advance Precision in Urological Imaging
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
· PRNEWSWIRE