Sampath Bank Pioneers Seamless PayPal Integration for Sri Lankan Digital Professionals.
Sampath Bank has become the first financial institution in Sri Lanka to offer direct PayPal integration via its Sampath Vishwa platform, enabling easier fund withdrawals for freelancers, entrepreneurs, and businesses.
Nations Trust Bank Posts Strong Start to 2026 with 12% Profit Growth.
Nations Trust Bank (NTB) reports a solid 12% growth in Profit After Tax to LKR 4.6 billion for Q1 2026, driven by a 10% increase in loan growth and strategic portfolio expansion, including the acquisition of HSBC's retail business in Sri Lanka.
Uncovering the $2.5 Million Finance Ministry Heist and Subsequent Institutional Crisis.
A major cyber fraud involving the diversion of $2.5 million in sovereign debt payments has exposed severe lapses in Sri Lanka's Public Debt Management Office. The scandal has deepened following the tragic death of an interdicted official involved in the case.
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.













