HUTCH and Trainocate Launch “Srilankanization” to Empower Sri Lankans with Digital Skills

HUTCH, in partnership with Trainocate, launched the “Srilankanization” initiative to enhance digital skills among Sri Lankans. The program offers training on digital applications through the RESET e-learning platform, providing affordable access to certifications from Microsoft, AWS, Google Cloud, and Cisco, aiming to strengthen Sri Lanka’s digital economy.

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Zoho Hosts Zoholics Conference in Sri Lanka, Supporting Digital Transformation and Cloud Adoption

Zoho’s Zoholics conference in Sri Lanka highlighted the company’s commitment to supporting the country’s Digital Sri Lanka 2030 strategy. Through its cloud-powered solutions, Zoho is helping businesses across sectors achieve digital transformation, with significant year-over-year growth. The event featured solutions across Sales, Marketing, HR, and Developer tools.

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Sri Lanka Advances with Digital ID Project, Secures Biometric Hardware for National Rollout

Sri Lanka is progressing with its SL-UDI project, procuring biometric hardware to transition national IDs to digital formats. The project, supported by India and international donors, will improve government services and reduce corruption. It includes biometric data collection, secure digital payments, and integration with government institutions.

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Sri Lanka Sees 11% Rise in Data Consumption in 2024, Despite Decline in Fixed Broadband Subscriptions

Sri Lanka’s data consumption surged by 11% in 2024, with mobile data making up nearly 69% of the total consumption. Despite a 6% decline in fixed broadband subscriptions, mobile broadband continued to grow. Over half the population actively uses platforms like WhatsApp, Facebook, and YouTube, highlighting the shift to mobile data.

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