Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
SLT-MOBITEL ENTERPRISE and Royal College have implemented Sri Lanka’s first full-scale Passive Optical LAN solution, offering ultra-fast, secure broadband to enhance digital education. Powered by GPON technology, the network secures sensitive data and supports safe, connected learning, positioning SLT-MOBITEL as a leader in advancing education technology nationwide.
SLT-MOBITEL sponsored the SLIoT Challenge 2025, Sri Lanka’s top IoT competition, nurturing youth innovation across school, university, and open categories. Winners demonstrated outstanding creativity and technical skill, reflecting the country’s advancing digital landscape and SLT-MOBITEL’s commitment to fostering next-gen tech talent.
SLT-Mobitel was recognized as Sri Lanka’s fastest 4G network at MWC 2025 by Ookla, highlighting its investment in network infrastructure. The award underscores the company’s leadership in connectivity, innovation, and digital inclusion, with advancements in 5G trials and the launch of AI-driven services for youth.
SLT-MOBITEL has partnered with Echo System Digital Ventures to launch Playstreet, a premium gaming platform in Sri Lanka. Offering over 200 games, the platform provides an affordable and user-friendly gaming experience. It targets Sri Lankans aged 18-35 and features rewards for players, helping diversify SLT-MOBITEL’s digital services.
SLT-Mobitel continued its role as the principal sponsor of Techno 2024, showcasing innovations in digital products, 5G, and SME solutions. The event highlighted technological advancements in Sri Lanka, with SLT-Mobitel emphasizing its commitment to supporting the engineering community. Registration for the IESL Robogames 2024 was also opened.
Singer Sri Lanka has partnered with SLT-Mobitel to enhance customer connectivity by integrating SIM card sales into 410 showrooms. This initiative allows customers to purchase SLT-Mobitel SIMs and access mobile connectivity services seamlessly. The collaboration aims to elevate technology use and convenience for consumers across the island.
SLT-MOBITEL has launched its eSIM service, allowing customers to connect to the network without a physical SIM card. This innovative service offers users flexibility with multiple eSIM profiles and includes a promotional offer of 15GB data and 100 minutes to any network, supporting sustainability and digitalization efforts.