Criticism follows inclusion of Madras Security Printers in Sri Lanka digital ID bids
Civil society group the People’s Struggle Alliance (PSA) has raised concerns regarding the inclusion of Madras Security Printers (MSP) in…
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’s local governments go digital
The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils, and Local Government in Sri Lanka has started a program aimed at digitalizing…
Bangladesh plans digital identity wallet system
Plans are afoot to execute a unique digital ID-connected digital wallet system for all citizens in Bangladesh, aiming to streamline…
Sri Lanka defines trust boundaries ahead of digital ID rollout
Sri Lanka’s Unique Digital ID (SL-UDI) project is placing trust architecture at the center of its rollout, with officials emphasizing…
Sri Lanka sets roles for digital ID rollout with DRP, GovTech split
The Department of Registration of Persons (DRP) will be the owner and legal custodian of Sri Lanka’s digital identity system…
Sri Lanka launching digital ID sandbox, experience center
Sri Lanka’s government is developing a digital ID sandbox and experience center to help government agencies and solution providers with…
Sri Lanka plans 100% digital government transactions within 4 years
The Government of Sri Lanka aims to digitize all government transactions by 2030, driven by the Ministry of Digital Economy…
Sri Lanka building data minimization into digital ID to protect privacy
Purpose limitation and data minimization will be key safeguards for data protection in Sri Lanka as the island nation rolls…
Sri Lanka plans phased rollout for digital ID and nationwide re-registration
Sri Lanka is preparing a phased rollout of its national digital ID (SL-UDI), beginning with core enrollment, de-duplication and secure…
Sri Lanka digital ID MSP RFI closes, evaluation expected in April
The Information and Communication Technology Agency has completed the Request for Information (RFI) submissions for selecting a Managed Service Provider…
