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Technology

Could Direct Payments Solve the Growing Public Resistance to AI Data Centers?.

May 18, 2026 at 6:50 PM

As public opposition to massive AI data center projects grows across the U.S., including Kevin O'Leary's 'Stratos Project' in Utah, analysts suggest that direct financial incentives for local residents could be the key to overcoming 'Not In My Backyard' sentiment.

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Economy

Digital Influencers Catalyzing Zimbabwe’s Diaspora Investment Boom.

Young Zimbabwean content creators are reshaping how the diaspora views investment, shifting trends toward real estate and agriculture through authentic, ground-level digital storytelling.

May 16, 2026 at 1:39 PM
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Technology
Innovation Amid Crisis: Gaza Developers Create Digital Tools to Tackle Daily Hardships
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Innovation Amid Crisis: Gaza Developers Create Digital Tools to Tackle Daily Hardships.

May 13, 2026 at 7:33 PM
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Sri Lanka’s Emergence as a Global Hub for Cyber-Fraud and Digital Disinformation
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Sri Lanka’s Emergence as a Global Hub for Cyber-Fraud and Digital Disinformation.

May 11, 2026 at 9:52 PM
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May 11, 2026 at 12:10 AM

Sri Lanka and Australia Forge Partnership to Enhance Digital Financial Literacy for MSMEs.

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka has partnered with Australia’s S4IE program to launch a pilot project aimed at improving digital financial literacy for micro, small, and medium enterprises to support national economic growth.

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Local News

People’s Bank Spearheads Digital Payment Revolution to Advance Cash-Lite Economy.

May 10, 2026 at 12:01 AM

People’s Bank is actively supporting Sri Lanka's transition to a cash-lite economy through the National QR Payment Adoption Programme, leveraging the 'People’s Pay' digital wallet to provide secure, fee-free transactions.

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People’s Bank Spearheads Digital Payment Revolution to Advance Cash-Lite Economy
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Technology
Hutch Enterprise Expands Digital Transformation Suite for Sri Lankan Businesses
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Hutch Enterprise Expands Digital Transformation Suite for Sri Lankan Businesses.

May 5, 2026 at 9:41 AM
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Technology
Starlink Revolutionizes Digital Work in War-Torn Yemen
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Starlink Revolutionizes Digital Work in War-Torn Yemen.

May 3, 2026 at 6:39 AM
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Local News

Strengthening Sri Lanka’s Digital Defenses Against Growing Cyber Threats.

Following a surge in cyber-enabled financial crimes and data breaches, Sri Lanka is prioritizing a national cybersecurity framework focused on government infrastructure, public sector training, and advanced monitoring systems.

May 2, 2026 at 7:35 PM
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Tech Giants and Emerging Platforms Challenge UPI Market Concentration in India
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April 30, 2026 at 1:07 AM

Tech Giants and Emerging Platforms Challenge UPI Market Concentration in India.

Amazon, Meta, and other firms are lobbying India's NPCI to address the overwhelming market share held by PhonePe and Google Pay in the UPI ecosystem.

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Technology

The Surge in U.S. Data Center Infrastructure Financing.

April 28, 2026 at 4:48 AM

The rapid expansion of data centers in the United States, driven by AI and cloud computing, is creating a massive demand for new infrastructure financing models.

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Local News
Integrating Cyber Resilience into National Defence Strategies

Integrating Cyber Resilience into National Defence Strategies.

April 27, 2026 at 7:42 PM
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Technology
Europe’s Complex Push for Digital Independence from U.S. Tech Giants

Europe’s Complex Push for Digital Independence from U.S. Tech Giants.

April 27, 2026 at 2:25 PM
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Digital Trust Alliance Calls for Overhaul of Sri Lanka’s Public Sector Cybersecurity Governance.

Following a major USD 2.5 million cyber breach at the Finance Ministry, a coalition of professional bodies has urged the government to implement structured cybersecurity governance and adopt international security frameworks.

April 27, 2026 at 12:46 PM
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April 25, 2026 at 7:04 PM

Sri Lanka Accelerates National Cyber Defense Integration Following Multi-Million Dollar Fraud.

Following a $2.5 million cyber fraud involving the Finance Ministry, the government is expediting the integration of critical state infrastructure into the National Cyber Security Operations Centre (NCSOC) to prevent future security lapses.

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Technology

IN10NT Digital Launches 'Island Impact' to Revolutionize Sri Lanka's Global Tourism Branding.

April 24, 2026 at 5:06 AM

Colombo-based IN10NT Digital has introduced 'Island Impact', a strategic initiative aimed at bridging the gap between Sri Lanka’s actual tourism product and its digital perception to boost high-value growth.

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Local News

Government Investigating Major Cyber Heist at External Resources Department.

Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Finance is investigating a cyber breach at the External Resources Department, where hackers allegedly diverted a significant foreign currency payment. Authorities have involved the CID, SL-CERT, and the Financial Intelligence Unit.

April 24, 2026 at 12:24 AM
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Technology
The Strategic Vulnerability of Hyperscale Cloud Infrastructure to Geopolitical Conflict
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The Strategic Vulnerability of Hyperscale Cloud Infrastructure to Geopolitical Conflict.

April 20, 2026 at 4:15 AM
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Bridging the Gap: How Sri Lanka is Shifting from Cash to Digital Payments.

Sri Lanka is focusing on behavioral shifts to move away from cash, with the Fintech Forum and global payment networks like UnionPay playing a pivotal role in promoting digital payment adoption.

April 20, 2026 at 2:37 AM
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Commercial Bank Enhances Digital Payment Ecosystem through Bancstac Partnership
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April 19, 2026 at 7:14 PM

Commercial Bank Enhances Digital Payment Ecosystem through Bancstac Partnership.

Commercial Bank of Ceylon has signed a long-term agreement with Bancstac to implement a bank-controlled, secure, and scalable payment processing infrastructure to enhance its digital financial services.

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