Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
FITIS outlines a strategic plan to achieve Sri Lanka’s $15 billion digital economy goal by 2030, leveraging industry collaboration, emerging technologies, and inclusive growth initiatives.
Sri Lanka’s telecommunications regulator, TRCSL, will introduce number portability in 2026, allowing mobile users to retain their numbers when switching providers. A dedicated company has been formed and licensed to manage the system, and regulatory approvals are in place. The service will begin after technical upgrades and final preparations.
Disrupt Asia 2025 will showcase Sri Lanka as a regional innovation hub, attracting global investors and fostering digital transformation. The event features top government officials, international leaders, and startups, strengthening Sri Lanka’s position in South Asia’s growing tech ecosystem.
Sri Lanka’s Central Bank plans to increase daily digital transactions by 30%, raising volumes from 1.65 million to 2.15 million. Awareness campaigns across major cities will promote online banking and card payments to support a shift toward a cashless economy.
SLT-MOBITEL simplifies its Home 4G LTE broadband plans from 28 to 10, offering enhanced data, flexible prepaid and postpaid options, and free nighttime data. Upcoming PEOTV service over 4G LTE will deliver wireless entertainment, reinforcing SLT-MOBITEL’s focus on affordable, reliable home connectivity in Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka’s 9th Cyber Security Summit stressed the critical need for comprehensive PDPA compliance, data protection culture, and coordinated breach response, highlighting legal frameworks, industry challenges, and practical solutions for sustainable digital trust.
Sri Lanka’s President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with Saudi Fund for Development CEO Sultan A. Al-Marshad to evaluate ongoing projects and seek new avenues for partnership.
Sri Lanka’s GovPay platform has connected 50+ government organisations, processing thousands of digital transactions and advancing the country’s cashless economy vision. Planned expansions include card payments and broader institutional adoption to support a growing digital public infrastructure.
Sri Lanka must invest urgently in counter-drone technology, cyber defense, and drone innovation to counter evolving aerial threats that could reshape future conflicts. Without action, cheap drones could severely undermine national security.
Sri Lanka aims for nationwide internet access in secondary schools by 2026, deploying smartboards and building a national education management system with support from the air force.