Hatch Fund Singapore Makes First Investment in Cultive8, a Globally Scaling Agri-Tech Startup

Hatch Fund Singapore has announced the completion of its first investment, backing Cultive8, a fast-growing agri-technology startup with Sri Lankan roots and a rapidly expanding regional footprint. Hatch is the centre of gravity for Sri Lanka’s startup and innovation ecosystem, combining co-working, incubation, mentorship, acceleration, partnerships and venture funding to startups. This milestone investment reflects…

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Siyapatha Finance welcomes the new year with renewed hope and resilience.

Siyapatha Finance PLC ceremoniously welcomed 2026 at its Head Office, auspiciously commencing a new year of growth and prosperity with traditional rituals and religious observances. The celebration was joined by the Board of Directors, Chairman, CEO , Senior Management, and staff members as well as invitees and well-wishers. Expressing gratitude towards the blessings that shaped…

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The Grand, Ward Place by Prime Lands Residencies Receives National Construction Excellence Recognition

Colombo, Sri Lanka – Prime Lands Residencies PLC announced that “The Grand” – Ward Place, its landmark luxury apartment development in Colombo 07, was recently recognised at the Sri Lanka National Construction Awards, organised by the Construction Industry Development Authority (CIDA). The recognition was conferred in acknowledgement of the project’s outstanding construction excellence, with MAGA…

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Hemas Opens 75th Piyawara Preschool in Homagama

A landmark achievement in advancing early childhood development across Sri Lanka The Hemas Outreach Foundation announced the opening of its 75th Piyawara Preschool, marking a significant milestone in Sri Lanka’s early childhood development landscape. The new preschool is established under the Homagama Pradeshiya Sabha and in partnership with Fly & Help, Germany. Founded in collaboration…

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Salesforce Launches Startup Program in Sri Lanka to Strengthen the Country’s Entrepreneurial Ecosystem

COLOMBO, 7 January 2026 –  Salesforce, the world’s #1 AI CRM*, today announced the upcoming launch of the Salesforce Startup Program in Sri Lanka to foster growth and innovation for the country’s vibrant startup ecosystem. The program, scheduled to go live by the end of January 2026, will provide Sri Lankan startups access to the…

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நிலையான மற்றும் அனைவரையும் உள்ளடக்கிய வளர்ச்சிக்கான கொள்கை வரைபடம்: இலங்கையின் பொருளாதார மாற்றம்

கொழும்பு – ODI குளோபல் மற்றும் வறுமை பகுப்பாய்வு மையம் (CEPA) ஆகியன இணைந்து தயாரித்த “இலங்கையின் உருமாற்ற பொருளாதார வளர்ச்சியை நிலைநிறுத்துதல் (2025-2030)” எனும் நூல், ஜனவரி 8, 2026 அன்று கொழுபு 07இல் அமைந்துள்ள இலங்கை மன்றக்கல்லூரி நிறுவனத்தில் உத்தியோகப்பூர்வமாக வெளியிடப்பட்டது. இந்த நூல் வெளியீட்டு நிகழ்வு புதிய நூலாசிரியர்களின் மேற்பார்வை மற்றும் பங்களிப்பின் கீழ் ஒழுங்கமைக்கப்பட்டது. 2022 பொருளாதார நெருக்கடிக்குப் பிறகு இலங்கை எதிர்கொள்ளும் முக்கிய சவால்களுக்கு பதிலளிக்கும் வகையில், இந்த நூல்…

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Sri Lanka Expo 2026 International Trade Exhibition Officially Launched

The Sri Lanka Export Development Board officially announced today, January 9, the launch of an international exhibition titled “Sri Lanka Expo 2026” aimed at promoting Sri Lanka’s export potential and investment opportunities. The official website for the exhibition, www.srilankaexpo.lk, was also launched at the event, enabling local exhibitors and foreign buyers to register online. This…

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Lanka Securities (Pvt) Ltd wishes to clarify reports relating to the recent trading disruption at the Colombo Stock Exchange.

Lanka Securities did not place any pre-open sell order of Wealth Trust Securities PLC shares at a price of Rs. 25,000 per share, nor was the company responsible for triggering or contributing to the incident, as suggested in certain media reports. Lanka Securities is a licensed market intermediary operating under the regulatory framework of the…

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First Capital Holdings PLC recognised for excellence in Integrated Reporting at CMA Awards 2025

First Capital Holdings PLC, a subsidiary of JXG (Janashakthi Group) and a pioneering full-service investment institution, has been recognised for its excellence in integrated reporting at the CMA Excellence in Integrated Reporting Awards 2025. The recognition reinforces the organisation’s commitment to transparency, purposeful communication, and disciplined value creation. First Capital was honoured as the Best…

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Binance Launches First Regulated TradFi Perpetual Contracts Settled in Stablecoin, Starting with Gold and Silver

Largest crypto exchange bridges traditional and crypto assets, unlocking new opportunities for both crypto and TradFi participants Binance, the largest cryptocurrency exchange by volume and users, announced the launch of TradFi Perpetual Contracts, an innovative product category enabling users to access traditional assets through USDT-settled perpetual contracts. This expansion of Binance’s derivatives offerings unlocks 24/7…

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