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Social Media Backlash Grows Against Arshdeep Singh Following Controversial Teammate Video.

May 23, 2026 at 4:36 PM

Punjab Kings pacer Arshdeep Singh faces intense criticism online after a leaked Snapchat video showing him teasing teammate Priyansh Arya went viral, marking another social media controversy for the cricketer.

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Social Media Backlash Grows Against Arshdeep Singh Following Controversial Teammate Video

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Technology

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Global Network of AI-Powered Misinformation Traced to Sri Lankan Operators.

May 15, 2026 at 1:02 PM

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Local News

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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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Local News

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Sri Lanka Escalates Fraud Alert as 'Pig-Butchering' Cyber Scams Surge.

May 9, 2026 at 7:25 PM

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Serious Security Lapses Lead to $2.5 Million Cyber Fraud at Sri Lankan Treasury

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May 9, 2026 at 7:21 PM

Serious Security Lapses Lead to $2.5 Million Cyber Fraud at Sri Lankan Treasury.

A sophisticated Business Email Compromise attack resulted in the theft of $2.5 million from the Sri Lankan Treasury due to reliance on outdated systems and procedural negligence.

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Business

How Social Media Influencers Are Forcing a Health Revolution in India's Food Industry.

May 7, 2026 at 12:36 AM

Social media influencers in India are successfully pressuring large food and beverage companies to prioritize healthier products by encouraging transparency and label scrutiny, signaling a shift from celebrity-driven marketing to community-verified trust.

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Technology

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The Shifting Landscape of Creator Economy: Why Ad Spend is Pivoting Toward Boosting.

May 6, 2026 at 11:27 AM

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Local News

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Government Sets Record Straight on US$2.5 Million Treasury Cyber Theft Complaint.

May 5, 2026 at 1:34 PM

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Technology

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Sri Lanka CERT Issues Urgent Warning on WhatsApp Sextortion Scams.

May 4, 2026 at 4:30 PM

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Authorities Dismantle Sophisticated Illegal Online Scam Hub in Thalangama

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May 2, 2026 at 3:00 PM

Authorities Dismantle Sophisticated Illegal Online Scam Hub in Thalangama.

Sri Lankan authorities have arrested 37 Chinese nationals for operating an illegal online scam operation from a rented residence in Thalangama, with extensive digital equipment seized.

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United States

Navigating a Landscape of Polarization: The Rise of Conspiratorial Narratives in Modern Politics.

May 2, 2026 at 2:08 PM

Recent political instability in the U.S., marked by an assassination attempt on Donald Trump, has highlighted a growing trend where misinformation and conspiracy theories rapidly outpace verified news reporting.

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Navigating a Landscape of Polarization: The Rise of Conspiratorial Narratives in Modern Politics

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Technology

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Wikipedia’s Image Misattribution: How a Tech Reporter Became the CEO of Snap for a Week.

May 2, 2026 at 9:06 AM

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Local News

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Sri Lanka Financial Authorities Sound Alarm Amid Escalating Digital Scams.

April 29, 2026 at 4:31 AM

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Technology

Social Media Fraud Surge: Americans Hit by $2.1 Billion in Losses During 2025.

April 27, 2026 at 7:13 PM

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Sri Lanka Treasury Investigates $2.5 Million Cyber Fraud Incident

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April 27, 2026 at 5:39 AM

Sri Lanka Treasury Investigates $2.5 Million Cyber Fraud Incident.

The Sri Lankan Treasury is probing a $2.5 million loss resulting from a sophisticated cyber attack targeting debt repayments, as authorities coordinate with international agencies to uncover the culprits.

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Technology

Navigating the Social Media Landscape: Strategic Opportunities and Hidden Risks for Brands.

April 27, 2026 at 4:49 AM

This article explores the dual nature of social media marketing, highlighting how brands can leverage reach and personalization while managing algorithmic shifts and privacy concerns.

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Navigating the Social Media Landscape: Strategic Opportunities and Hidden Risks for Brands

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Registration of Persons Department Issues Urgent Fraud Alert Regarding e-NIC Scam.

April 27, 2026 at 12:49 AM

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Local News

Government Clarifies Treasury Financial Loss as Phishing Scam, Not Cyber Intrusion.

Digital Economy Deputy Minister Eranga Weeraratne clarifies that the $2.5 million Treasury financial breach was the result of a sophisticated phishing attack rather than a technical system hack.

April 26, 2026 at 11:34 PM

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Technology

The High-Stakes World of Content Clipping: How One Streamer Invested $1.4 Million to Dominate Social Feeds.

Kick streamer N3on has spent over $1.4 million in just five weeks paying a massive network of 'clippers' to circulate his content, highlighting a growing trend in the creator economy where viral snippets drive mainstream fame.

April 26, 2026 at 10:45 AM

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Police Issue Urgent Alert Over Malicious APK Scams Targeting Bank Accounts

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April 24, 2026 at 9:43 AM

Police Issue Urgent Alert Over Malicious APK Scams Targeting Bank Accounts.

Sri Lankan authorities have issued a critical warning regarding a rising cyber scam where attackers use malicious APK files shared via messaging apps to compromise bank accounts and steal funds.

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