The World Bank has approved a US $50 million project aimed at boosting Sri Lanka’s digital transformation. This grant, initiated…
Articles By Duruthu Edirimuni Chandrasekera
Duruthu Edirimuni Chandrasekera is a senior business journalist based in Sri Lanka with over 20 years of experience covering stock markets, banking, startups, real estate and trade.
Sri Lanka to further digital economy strategy despite cyclone
Sri Lanka is relentless in pursuing its digital economy strategy while being resilient in rebuilding the lives and livelihoods of…
Local MSP for Sri Lanka digital ID to be selected next month
The Ministry of Digital Economy of Sri Lanka and the Information and Communication Technology Agency have started assessing the industry…
Sri Lanka advances in global cybersecurity ranking
With the National Digital Economy Strategy identifying cybersecurity as a core pillar, reforms to the National Cyber Security Act are…
Sri Lanka integrates cybersecurity precepts into digital blueprint
The competition facing the digital economy from both legitimate digital economies and the more dangerous scam economies calls for strong…
Sri Lanka strengthens cyber defenses, digital infrastructure
Sri Lanka is significantly advancing its national cyber resilience through several key initiatives under the umbrellas of the government’s digital…
Sri Lanka earmarks millions to accelerate digital transformation in 2026 budget
The government of Sri Lanka has pledged to invest 35.6 billion Sri Lankan rupees (approximately US$120 million) to advance the…
Bangladesh strengthens data security in preparation for data exchange, digital ID
Bangladesh’s Council of Advisers have approved new rules aimed at enhancing the privacy, security, and ownership of citizens’ personal data…
5 Indian firms shortlisted for Sri Lanka digital ID contract
The five systems operators shortlisted for Sri Lanka Unique Digital ID by the National Institute of Smart Government in India…
Sri Lanka digital ID launch by Q3 2026: President
Sri Lanka has set plans to launch the first digital ID by the third quarter of next year, President Anura…
