Kia has launched the all-new Sonet compact SUV in Sri Lanka, marking the first of 12 new SUV models to be introduced in the country. The Sonet is equipped with advanced technology, a turbocharged engine, and comprehensive safety features, offering both style and practicality for modern urban drivers.
SpaceX’s Starlink rollout in Sri Lanka has been suspended due to national security concerns, with the government citing the lack of provisions for legal data interception. The suspension follows a previous TRCSL license and aims to ensure authorities can access communications data when necessary. Starlink hopes to launch in 2025.
Dialog Axiata has been recognized as the ‘Telecommunication Brand of the Year’ for the 14th consecutive year and the ‘Service Brand of the Year’ for the 4th time at the SLIM-KANTAR People’s Awards 2025. These awards reflect the trust and strong relationship Dialog has built with Sri Lankans over the years.
Sri Lanka’s Central Bank is hosting a digital payments promotion event in Nuwara Eliya to encourage mobile payment app registrations. The event will provide a platform for service providers and MSMEs to showcase mobile payment tools, offering discounts and fostering awareness of secure, cost-effective digital transactions.
Sri Lanka is advancing its digital transformation to enhance competitiveness and revitalize the economy. The government has launched the “GovPay” initiative to digitize payments and reduce inefficiencies. With international support, Sri Lanka aims to achieve a $15 billion digital economy, investing in infrastructure and promoting innovation across sectors.
The GoviLab AgriTech Accelerator’s Regional Demo Day in Sri Lanka showcased ten innovative Agri-Tech solutions aimed at modernizing agriculture. The event, attended by over 3,000 participants, featured drones, sensors, and mobile platforms to help smallholder farmers improve productivity, sustainability, and reduce costs, with strong government and private sector involvement.
Dialog Axiata reported strong growth in FY 2024, with core revenue rising 10% YTD to Rs151.3 billion and EBITDA increasing by 8%. The company posted a net profit of Rs12.4 billion despite a 38% YTD drop, mainly due to prior forex gains. Investments in broadband and infrastructure reached Rs30.3 billion.
Sri Lanka plans to launch a national data exchange and digital ID system to drive its digital economy. With a goal of implementing the national ID within 18-24 months, the country aims to integrate IoT, AI, and cloud computing across sectors. The data exchange will enhance efficiency and innovation.
Sri Lanka’s President Anura Kumara Dissanayake launched three major digital initiatives: GovPay for government payments, the expansion of President’s Fund services to Divisional Secretariats, and the eBMD system for certificate issuance through embassies. These projects are key steps toward modernizing the nation’s digital infrastructure.
The Sri Lanka Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) Summit 2025 in Colombo focused on leveraging DPI to drive economic growth and digital inclusion. The event brought together global leaders, experts, and stakeholders to discuss how DPI can accelerate Sri Lanka’s digital economy and achieve Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.
