Category: Technology
Programming languages in 2021: here are 5 of the most sought-after ones.
Old is gold – and the same applies to programming languages as well! Albeit being in the forefront for a substantial period of time, these 5 programming languages are still of topmost priority, even in 2021. Java In the arena of programming languages, Java is pretty much evergreen. Developed during the mid-90’s and now owned […]
eCommerce in 2021: trends that are bound to gain traction this year.
From online marketplaces to AI, numerous trends are shaping today’s eCommerce market. But what your business needs to prosper in the online dimension ultimately boils down to individual requirements – and any gaps that need to be filled. Here are a few such trends, that are sure to gain momentum as the year progresses. Online […]
‘s Dialog Axiata at AAA(lka); outlook stable
Fitch Ratings has affirmed the National Long-Term Rating on Sri Lanka-based telecoms company Dialog Axiata PLC at ‘AAA(lka)’. The Outlook is Stable. KEY RATING DRIVERS Mobile-Market Leader: Dialog’s Standalone Credit Profile (SCP) of ‘aaa(lka)’ is underpinned by its market leadership in the expanding mobile and pay-TV segments. We believe Dialog will continue to gain revenue […]
Web development trends that will dominate in 2021.
As consumer demands change with the times, the digital pathways we embark on also evolve to accommodate these shifting needs. Web development has been at the forefront of establishing powerful digital presences that make many experiences possible at one’s fingertips. From shopping to research, much is possible. Therefore, it makes sense to understand the technologies […]
Facebook launches Instagram Lite in Sri Lanka
Facebook has launched Instagram Lite in Sri Lanka in order to provide access to all users, irrespective of the device, platform and network they are on. This lightweight version of the Instagram app for Android uses minimal data, similar to Facebook Lite. Built using Bloks technology, Instagram Lite is less than 2 MB in size […]
Sri Lankan-born Creately lauded by top software reviewer G2
Sri Lanka’s own Creately was recently tapped as a top-five contender in the List of Best ANZ Sellers for 2021 by industry benchmark site G2. Additionally, G2 also tapped Creately as a Leader in the Diagramming segment. The world’s largest software marketplace and review platform, G2.com features over 100,000 reviews and over five million visitors. […]
Spotify Launches in Sri Lanka
Spotify, the world’s most popular audio streaming subscription service, officially launches today in Bangladesh, Pakistan and Sri Lanka, offering a revolutionary music experience tuned to your personal taste. With a worldwide community of more than 345 million monthly active listeners including 155 million Premium subscribers, Spotify will offer a personalized listening experience for local and […]
ASUS launches its first-ever exclusive store in Sri Lanka
ASUS Sri Lanka – the renowned multinational technology enterprise – has launched its maiden exclusive store in the heart of Colombo; the very first in the country. The store is conveniently and centrally located in Unity Plaza – the only shopping complex in Sri Lanka that is solely dedicated for IT and IT-related solutions – […]
Cyber Care App launched to combat cyber violence in Sri Lanka
The COVID-19 outbreak with the resultant lockdown and stay-at-home measures have led to a surge in online activity by young people. This increased online presence has heightened their susceptibility to online sexual abuse, cyber bullying, exploitation, and other risks. To address this growing concern and to help combat online hate faced by many youth in Sri […]
Sokin announces partnership with Mastercard in South Asia to expand fixed-price payments
Sokin, the new generation fintech payment firm, has signed a partnership agreement with Mastercard in South Asia to provide its fixed-price payment services in India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal and the Maldives. Sokin is the only global payments provider that will provide a fixed-fee subscription-based payment service for fast and cost-effective currency exchange with no […]
Responsive web and app design: new trends on the horizon, in 2021.
Although software development in Sri Lanka started out as an offshoring destination for IT services, this has long since moved from being just a niche operation that only serves to reduce labour costs for international clientele. With leverage from leading cloud support services, the country’s IT landscape has evolved to deliver more than just application […]
John Keells IT earns highly acclaimed SAP on Azure Advanced Certification
John Keells IT, a leading boutique consulting and professional services company and one of the pioneers in driving cloud adoption in the region, has achieved the rare feat of “SAP on Azure Advanced Certification” demonstrating its long-term commitment to the leading technology partners: SAP & Microsoft. “We are very pleased to attain the SAP on […]