Disrupt Asia

29/05/2026

"The objective of Disrupt Asia was to create a platform where startups and entrepreneurs are focused, and where the ecosystem comes together to support them."

Sachindra Samararatne, Associate Chief Digital Economy Officer at the ICT Agency of Sri Lanka, shares how fostering global connections and policy growth will drive the Sri Lankan startup ecosystem forward—targeting an ambitious $5 billion USD revenue for the digital industry. 🇱🇰✨

14/05/2026

Sri Lanka’s smallest shops are stepping into the digital economy 🇱🇰

Through a partnership between Shopbook.lk and SME Bank in Dambulla, over 25,000 rural retailers are being equipped with digital tools to manage sales, expenses, and inventory—moving generations of paper-based businesses toward smarter growth.

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14/05/2026

Building the operating system for Sri Lankan SMEs: Simplebooks’ acquisition of OODOX brings a full HR, payroll and compliance ecosystem – plus a WhatsApp AI HR Assistant – to 10,000+ growing businesses.

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12/05/2026

Short Circuit expands deeper into fintech with the acquisition of Payable — adding 40,000+ merchants and over USD 200M in annual transaction volume while strengthening its position in the digital payments ecosystem.

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07/05/2026

From roadside vendors to retail stores, Sri Lanka is accelerating digital payment adoption with the launch of the National QR Payment Promotion Programme — building a more connected, transparent, and inclusive digital economy.

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05/05/2026

Antyra Solutions does it again!

🏆 For the 3rd consecutive year, Antyra Solutions is officially a 2026 Premier Partner. Being in the top 3% allows us to bring the best of global digital innovation to our clients across 12+ countries. 🇱🇰✨

Read More: https://disruptasia.today/newsletters-and-blogs/newsletters/sri-lankan-ict-companies-successfully-complete-participation-at-japan-it-week-2026

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05/05/2026

The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) and JICA recently led a delegation of 10 trailblazing ICT firms to Tokyo Big Sight. From cutting-edge AI solutions to transformative IoT innovations, the Sri Lankan Pavilion drew massive interest from Japanese investors and industry leaders.

With over 300 leads and a $2M+ future pipeline, the bridge between the Sri Lankan and Japanese tech ecosystems is stronger than ever. 🌏✨

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14/04/2026

Wishing You a Bright and Prosperous Sinhala & Tamil New Year!

As we welcome a season of new beginnings, may this year inspire us all to disrupt limits, embrace creativity, and move forward with renewed energy and hope.

Let’s celebrate togetherness, innovation, and the joy of change - here’s to a fresh start and endless possibilities!

සුබ අලුත් අවුරුද්දක් වේවා! | இனிய தமிழ் புத்தாண்டு நல்வாழ்த்துக்கள்!

27/10/2025

Explore how digital transformation is reshaping industries and driving progress. Watch Disrupt Asia 2025 – IF – Round Table: Digitalization of Industries.

Innovation Festival - Round Table - Digitalization of IndustriesModerator: Chandima CoorayKey Panelists: Dr. Anojan Selvanathan, Oshada Senanayake, Harsha Ab...

26/10/2025

Learn practical strategies and insights on scaling startups to new heights. Watch Disrupt Asia 2025 – IF – Round Table: Know How to Scale Up.

Innovation Festival - Round Table - Know how to scale upModerator: Heminda JayaweeraKey Panelists: Lucy Howie, Franz Friedel, Preeti Adhikary, Kristyna LangD...