Category: Technology
SLT-MOBITEL completes historic SEA-ME-WE 6 Submarine Cable landing in Matara
SLT-MOBITEL has successfully landed the SEA-ME-WE 6 (Southeast Asia-Middle East-Western Europe 6) submarine cable in Matara, Sri Lanka on December 29, 2024, achieving a historic breakthrough in Sri Lanka’s telecommunications infrastructure. The cable system will be in commercial operation by mid-2026. The Matara landing was completed in collaboration with Subcom LLC, USA, and under an […]
Sri Lanka CERT Appoints New Chairman: Thilak Pathirage
A new board of directors have been appointed by Secretary to Treasury on the recommendation of his excellency the President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, in his capacity as Minister of Digital Economy. The newly appointed Board, comprising ten members, convened recently, and Mr. Thilak Pathirage, a senior cybersecurity professional was elected as the Chairman. Thilak Pathirage […]
Stay Safe, Pay Safe & Avoid Festive Frauds – Visa Shares Tips for Consumers This Festive Season
With the holiday season now underway, Visa, the global leader in digital payments, reminds shoppers to stay vigilant amidst a rise in fraud schemes. Visa’s Payment Ecosystem Risk and Control (PERC) team released the 2024 Holiday Threats Report, outlining common methods fraudsters use to steal money, data, and account details while people plan their festivities. […]
Worklenz: Empowering Sri Lankan Businesses with Open-Source Innovation
Sri Lanka’s technology sector is rapidly evolving, with a notable shift toward open-source solutions that provide businesses with cost-effective, customizable tools. Among the few homegrown open-source solutions, Worklenz (worklenz.com), a Sri Lankan-developed task management tool, is gaining recognition for its innovative approach. Designed to streamline project management, Worklenz not only boosts efficiency but also positions […]
India-SL Partnership to Drive Digital Transformation: Strategic & Timely Move – Colombo Chamber of Commerce
The Colombo Chamber of Commerce commends President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s recent official visit to India, describing it as a significant step toward strengthening bilateral relations and introducing innovative approaches to advance Sri Lanka’s economic and social development. India, as Sri Lanka’s largest trading partner and a key player in the regional geopolitical landscape, was a […]
Bill &’s digitalization effort
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has committed to expanding its initiatives in Sri Lanka. As part of this commitment, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has agreed to provide the financial and technical assistance needed to implement nutrition projects, school meal programs for children, agriculture sector modernization project, digitalization efforts, and livestock development programs […]
Unlocking Data for Artificial Intelligence in Sri Lanka: LIRNEasia hosts exclusive forum in Colombo
LIRNEasia hosted a forum on December 7, 2024, titled “Unlocking Data for Artificial Intelligence in Sri Lanka” at the ITC Ratnadipa Hotel, Colombo. The event brought together AI experts, data scientists, policymakers, and industry leaders to explore practical ways to leverage data and artificial intelligence for informed decision-making and meaningful societal and organizational impact. The […]
JICA and EDB jointly Introduces Sri Lankan ICT companies to the Japanese market
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) is committed to promote global trade and facilitate the interests of exporters. In this pursuit, EDB actively seeks new markets and opportunities for technical collaborations, particularly through partnerships with international organizations. One such collaboration is with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), focused on expanding Sri Lanka’s ICT/BPM […]
“If it doesn’t kill you, it makes you stronger” Jaffna’s 3AxisLabs’ journey into Artificial Intelligence.
By Jekhan Aruliah “If it doesn’t kill you, it makes you stronger”. This slogan could have been written for Artificial Intelligence. Actually it was coined over a hundred years ago by the nineteenth century German philosopher Nietzche. Coined at a time when intelligent robots were the stuff of science fiction and baloney. Nowadays the upsides […]
SLIIT Northern Uni, ICT and Business Management Degrees in Jaffna
By Jekhan Aruliah I often walk past the SLIIT Northern Uni building in Jaffna at the junction of Arasadi and Palaly Road on my way from my place to Jaffna Town. I watched last year, 2023, with great interest as the foundations were laid, the columns and slabs were poured, the glass was fitted. There […]
Sri Lanka Recognized as a Tier 2 – Advancing Country in the Global Cybersecurity Index
Sri Lanka has made significant strides in strengthening its cybersecurity landscape, positioning itself as a leader in the region. This progress is reflected in its recognition as an “Advancing” country in the Global Cybersecurity Index (GCI), which highlights its commitment to enhancing cybersecurity practices across multiple pillars. The Global Cybersecurity Index (GCI) that published by […]
President Appoints Hans Wijayasuriya as Chief Advisor on Digital Economy
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed Dr Hans Wijayasuriya as the Chief Advisor to the President on Digital Economy. President Dissanayake has espoused and reiterated a bold vision and personal commitment to elevate Sri Lanka’s digital economy to a level on par with the most advanced nations in the region, envisaging acceleration of economic growth, […]