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Chief Adviser to the President of Sri Lanka on Digital Economy Dr. Hans Wijayasuriya participated as the Special Envoy of the President at the world’s largest global digital governance forums held in Geneva from 6–10 July 2026. The global event had three main forums vis-a vis the first United Nations Global Dialogue on AI Governance, World Summit on Information Society (WSIS) Forum and AI for Good Global Summit 2026. The inaugural session of the Global Dialogue on AI Governance was addressed by the United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, President of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Annalena Baerbock, and other…

The Computer Society of Sri Lanka (CSSL), the nation’s apex professional body for Information and Communication Technology (ICT) professionals, commemorated its Golden Jubilee with a prestigious celebration held on 7 July 2026 at the BMICH, marking fifty years of excellence, innovation, professional leadership, and national service in advancing Sri Lanka’s digital journey. The landmark celebration brought together senior government leaders, technology industry executives, policymakers, academics, international partners, past presidents, fellows, members, students, and distinguished guests to honour CSSL’s remarkable journey since its establishment in 1976. More than a celebration of its rich history, the Golden Jubilee reaffirmed CSSL’s commitment to…

Visa successfully hosted the Visa Sri Lanka Cybersecurity Conclave 2026 on 25 June, convening leaders from the banking sector, Government, regulators and industry bodies to foster dialogue on evolving cyber-threat landscape and the collective action needed to strengthen cyber- resilience across Sri Lanka’s digital economy. As digital payments continue to expand, cybersecurity remains critical to sustaining trust, protecting consumers and businesses, and supporting a more inclusive digital economy. The conclave served as a focused platform for industry dialogue on emerging cyber-threats, fraud prevention, regulatory readiness and public-private collaboration in safeguarding consumers, businesses and the wider financial ecosystem. The event featured…

At a time when AI backlash and data center protests are making headlines, Anthropic’s Claude is rolling out a new feature that subtly makes the case for why you should keep using it. On Thursday, the company introduced “Reflect,” a built-in dashboard that lets you track and visualize how you use Claude and your broader AI habits. On the surface, it’s an analytics feature that offers insights into what sort of topics you’ve discussed, your overall usage patterns, and what kinds of tasks you tend to turn to AI for help with. But Reflect’s larger purpose is about shaping how users think about AI…

Sri Lanka’s engagement with artificial intelligence (AI) presents a complex picture, marked by lower-tier positions in several global readiness indices but highlighted by a highly technical and learning-oriented user base. According to the Anthropic Economic Index released in May 2026, Sri Lanka ranks 83rd out of 121 countries in overall AI usage. When adjusted for population, the country’s usage index stands at 0.56x, indicating that adoption is about half of the expected volume. This contrasts sharply with nations such as Singapore, where the usage operates at 10 times the Sri Lankan level. However, a deeper analysis of the data reveals…

Samsung launched its first smartphone with a clamshell foldable display, the Galaxy Z Flip, in 2020. Since then, the brand has released a new Galaxy Z Flip model every year. The company’s next offering in the lineup, the Galaxy Z Flip 8, is expected to arrive on July 22, 2026, alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 8 series. Last month, a report about the phone claimed that it could be the last device in the Galaxy Z Flip lineup. However, many people refused to believe it. Now, another report has surfaced online, echoing the same claim and lending more credibility to the possibility that the…

South Korean technology giant Samsung Electronics says it expects to post a 19-fold jump in its profits, driven by global demand for artificial intelligence (AI) memory chips. The company forecast that it made 89.4tn won (£43.6bn; $58.4bn) between the start of April and the end of June, marking its third record quarterly operating profits in a row. Major South Korean firms like Samsung release forecasts of their earnings ahead of official detailed reports to help guide investors. Samsung’s latest forecast, released on Tuesday ahead of its full results due later in July, comes as demand for semiconductors continues to…

Bank of Ceylon (BOC) has taken another significant step in advancing financial inclusion by introducing BOC Flex and Lanka QR payment solutions to the entrepreneurs from Sri Lanka’s indigenous community in Dambana, enabling them to embrace the country’s growing digital economy while preserving their rich cultural heritage. As the nation’s trusted banking partner, BOC continues to reaffirm its commitment to ensuring that every Sri Lankan, regardless of location or background, has access to secure, convenient and innovative financial services. The initiative reflects the bank’s vision of creating opportunities that empower communities and contribute to sustainable economic development. For generations, the…

Though cryptocurrencies are not recognised as legal tender in Sri Lanka, income generated through cryptocurrency transactions and related activities will be treated as “other income” by the Inland Revenue Department, Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning Anil Jayantha Fernando told Parliament yesterday (9). Responding to questions raised by Member of Parliament Ravi Karunanayake, Deputy Minister Fernando said that under the Central Bank of Sri Lanka Act, No. 16 of 2023, the Sri Lankan rupee remains the country’s only legal tender, while cryptocurrencies and other virtual or digital assets are not accepted as a means of payment. He stated that crypto…

Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider, today announced the launch of Dialog Pay, an integrated platform within the MyDialog App that brings together connectivity, payments and financial services, marking another significant milestone in its journey to enrich and empower Sri Lankan lives and enterprises through technology. Supporting the recently launched Lanka QR Payment Promotion Programme of the Government of Sri Lanka, Dialog Pay aims to drive the shared ambition of accelerating digital payment adoption and building a more financially inclusive digital economy. Through a single, seamless digital experience, Dialog Pay makes it easier for customers to manage payments…