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27/02/2024

From humble beginnings to global tech leader, Gapstars' journey epitomizes innovation and resilience. To celebrate its meteoric growth, Gapstars organised Scale-Up Week, which was an immersive showcase of its commitment to collaborative innovation and social responsibility.

To celebrate its meteoric growth, Gapstars organised Scale-Up Week, which was an immersive showcase of its commitment to collaborative innovation and social responsibility culminating with its annual Scale-Up Party at the Port City Colombo.

23/01/2024

Embark on a transformative journey with John Keells X Innovate 2.0! 🚀 Connecting startups with established industry leaders, this program is a bridge to collaborative success. Applications are now open and here's everything to know about it!

In a world where innovation is the key to progress, the symbiotic relationship between startups and corporations has never been more crucial. John Keells X’s

10/07/2023

In an increasingly digitized world, AI has emerged as a transformative force that’s revolutionizing industries. Recognizing its transformative potential to solve modern business challenges, Gapstars – a Netherlands-based B2B service provider hosted the inaugural Gapstars AI Day. The initiative served as a platform for knowledge sharing and collaboration, bringing together experts, thought leaders, and talented engineers under one roof.

Recognizing AI's transformative potential to solve modern business challenges, Gapstars - a Netherlands-based B2B service provider hosted the inaugural Gapstars AI Day.

30/06/2023

Indonesian Supply-Chain Startup Baskit Secures $3.3 Million in Seed Round. Baskit's core mission is to secure the privilege of digitizing previously "offline" businesses. This is achieved by offering salesforce augmentation and automation, a robust commercial stack, and an expedient method for rapidly boosting sales.
The team remains deeply committed to supporting traditional distribution businesses. Expanding beyond current verticals, Baskit aims to foster even greater positive transformations across Indonesia's supply chains.

By providing great service to middlemen, Baskit has established a formidable network of wholesalers and distributors, effectively addressing long-standing challenges that have haunted the industry for decades

28/06/2023

Dr. Dhammika Elkaduwe, an eminent figure in Computer Science, is part of a team that has been bestowed with the prestigious Association for Computer Machinery (ACM) Software Systems Award for groundbreaking innovation in Embedded Systems. The award is a testament to his contribution and the wider seL4 team, which hails from different backgrounds and nations, coming together to advance operating systems that can change the backend of software across several industries.

The seL4 microkernel is a game-changer for mission-critical embedded systems, as it serves as a base for software-sensitive applications such as automotive, aviation, and military use cases.

Dr. Dhammika Elkaduwe, an eminent figure in Computer Science, is part of a team that has been bestowed with the prestigious ACM Software Systems Award for groundbreaking innovation in Embedded Systems.

23/06/2023

LankaPay, an innovative payment network, has been at the forefront of empowering the financial sector through technology, fostering collaboration, and embracing customer-driven innovation. By harnessing the power of cutting-edge solutions and strategic partnerships, LankaPay has created a thriving ecosystem that not only enhances the efficiency of financial transactions but also empowers individuals and businesses to explore new horizons.

LankaPay has been at the forefront of empowering the financial sector through technology, fostering collaboration, and embracing customer-driven innovation.

19/06/2023

PetParker brings pet lovers closer to their loving furry family members by enabling them to spend more quality time amidst running errands. PetParker promotes micro-mobility on its platform, allowing pet owners to leave their homes with confidence in the company of their pets. Now PetParker is expanding internationally to North America, taking its first steps into Vancouver, Canada.

PetParker brings pet lovers closer to their loving furry family members by enabling them to spend more quality time amidst running errands.

16/06/2023

The PickMe Pass membership programme, launched at the height of the economic crisis, celebrates one year this month.
In lieu of their one-year celebration of the launch of PickMe Pass, PickMe has reduced their monthly fee by Rs. 200/- for customers using their PickMe Pass service. Customers can now avail themselves of PickMe Pass for Rs. 499/- per month and be eligible for a wide range of services offered by the Sri Lankan app-based ride-hailing company.

PickMe has reduced the monthly fee by Rs. 200/- for customers using their PickMe Pass service in lieu of their one-year celebration of the launch of PickMe Pass.

14/06/2023

Creative Software has emerged as one most sought-after tech companies in Sri Lanka. Over the past year, Creative Software's extensive university engagement drive has connected with over 5000 university students, making it probably one of the largest initiatives in the country, particularly in the post-pandemic era.

This initiative seeks to align education with personal and industrial expectations, ensuring that students are prepared for success in their future careers. Creative Software continues to shape the future of education by creating pathways for a brighter and more empowered generation of learners.

Recognizing the significance of effective industry-academia collaborations in the era of disruptive technologies and rapid progress, Creative Software takes the lead in fostering collaboration across all local universities.

12/06/2023

The PickMe platform is one of Sri Lanka’s most used mobile applications today. To enrich the lives of its valued customers, PickMe enters into a partnership with Visa to scale and grow with the support of Visa's expertise.

The partnership between PickMe and Visa is a future-proof move that portrays the collaboration between the two companies which aims at increasing financial inclusion in Sri Lanka to move towards a cashless society and enhance the growth of Sri Lanka’s digital economy.

To enrich the lives of its valued customers, PickMe has partnered with Visa. The partnership between PickMe and Visa is a future-proof move to drive digital payments.

31/05/2023

iMotorbike has become a hub for all things related to motorcycles. The company operates in Malaysia and Vietnam and has achieved USD 2.5 million in revenue during the past year. Speaking to Arteculate Asia, Co-Founder & CEO of iMotorbike, Gil Carmo, shared the company is realizing its vision of transforming motorcycle sales in Asia.

iMotorbike recognizes the importance of a quick, simple, and transparent experience when purchasing a used motorcycle to give consumers peace of mind.

24/05/2023

Enstack, created a single superapp with everything an SME needs to manage its digital presence. Enstack’s commitment to simplifying business management for SMEs has gained widespread recognition. In conversation with Arteculate Asia, Co-Founder and CEO of Enstack, Macy Castillo, elaborated on the journey of Enstack and how it’s committed to empowering female entrepreneurs as it expands across Asia.

Based in the Philippines, Enstack is utilized by businesses (many of them led by female entrepreneurs) to offer various products and services.

17/05/2023

SmartRyde helps put travelers’ minds at ease with an innovative pre-booked airport transfer system to reduce stress when traveling overseas. Describing their vision, the Founder and CEO of SmartRyde, Sota Kimura, shared, “The team at SmartRyde is on a mission to revolutionize airport transfers by creating an accessible global ecosystem that assures travelers of an easier, more cost-effective, safer, and high-quality service.”

SmartRyde helps put travelers’ minds at ease with an innovative pre-booked airport transfer system to reduce stress when traveling overseas.

16/05/2023

Fortude, a global technology solutions provider, commemorates 10 years of operations. The past decade has seen its innovative solutions enable organizations in various industries to thrive. As Fortude looks towards the next 10 years, the company remains committed to empowering its employees. Even amidst changing technological landscapes, it is well-positioned to continue its growth and success in the years to come.

Fortude, a global technology solutions provider, commemorates 10 years of operations. The past decade has seen its innovative solutions enable organizations in various industries to thrive.

15/05/2023

MillenniumIT (MIT) ESP is gearing Sri Lanka for the future of manufacturing by transforming businesses with Automation and Internet of Things (IoT) technology. In conversation with Arteculate Asia, Senior Engineer at MIT ESP, Dasun Kariyawasam, shared, “IoT is a game changer for customers to drive digitalization. With data being the new oil, it is an invaluable resource that businesses can use to obtain a holistic view of what is happening in their production line and make strategic decisions for better operation.”

MillenniumIT (MIT) ESP is gearing Sri Lanka for the future of manufacturing by transforming businesses with Automation and Internet of Things (IoT) technology.

12/05/2023

Sri Lanka’s largest exporter, MAS, partnered with PickMe to offer a cost-effective transportation option for its employees amidst the ongoing fuel restrictions. The partnership allows managerial-grade employees of the conglomerate to utilize the ride-hailing service for their official travels. For MAS Holdings and its employees, the initiative brings several benefits including convenience, safety, and cost savings.

The example set by PickMe and MAS highlights how technology and innovation can enhance their operations and benefit their employees. It also underscores the potential of partnerships between different industries to create value and drive progress.

Recently, Sri Lanka’s largest exporter, MAS, partnered with PickMe to offer a cost-effective transportation option for its employees amidst the ongoing fuel restrictions.

03/05/2023

The importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace has become increasingly recognized worldwide. DCLK has spearheaded several initiatives to guide Sri Lankan corporates to build working cultures inclusive to all employees.

At DCLK's Embrace Equity event, the attending experts shared their insights on various topics related to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. The spotlight was on three prominent academics from the University of Colombo speaking about globally recognized papers they published on gender equality. These academics were Prof. Arosha S. Adikaram, Dr. Seuwandhi Ranasinghe, and Prof. Pavithra Kailasapathy.

Diversity Collective Lanka (DCLK) has spearheaded several initiatives to guide Sri Lankan corporates to build equitable workplaces, where all employees feel respected.

28/04/2023

National Research and Education Networks (NREN) like LEARN play a crucial role in empowering researchers with their efforts to research. NRENs allow researchers to collaborate more effectively and efficiently with colleagues across different institutions and countries by providing high-speed internet connectivity and access to various digital resources. As we see from the experiences illustrated by Prof. Bandaranayake of the research carried out by the Agricultural Biotechnology Centre, such collaborations are essential for research efforts to make a successful and meaningful contribution to the world.

LEARN has secured several regional and international partnerships, which have empowered Sri Lankan academics with invaluable resources.

26/04/2023

Bridging the finance gap for the next generation of SMEs and startups, Zetl is emerging as a way forward for businesses in the APAC region to ‘settle’ their bills. The platform provides fast, flexible capital for next-generation companies based on their future revenue, revenue profile, contracts, and receivables. Zetl is in a position to break down old barriers to finance with its tech-driven approach to uplift businesses across the region.

Bridging the finance gap for the next generation of SMEs and startups, Zetl is emerging as a way forward for businesses in the APAC region to ‘settle’ their bills.

21/04/2023

Zone24x7, through its bespoke world-class Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning capabilities, empowers organizations from various industries to store, organize, and analyze their data effectively. In doing so, its client organizations have unlocked greater growth through higher efficiencies and productivity. With a strong learning culture for R&D, Zone24x7 is actively researching and incorporating new AI and Data Science breakthroughs to deliver greater value.

Zone24x7, through its bespoke world-class Data Science, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Machine Learning (ML) capabilities, empowers organizations from various industries to store, organize, and analyze their data effectively.

11/04/2023

Saison Capital is expanding its presence in Asia and strengthening its commitment to the Web3 ecosystem, supporting startups in emerging markets and investing in ambitious founders who are solving significant problems. Their ecosystem-oriented approach is paving the way for further innovation and cross-project collaboration in the Web3 space.

Saison Capital has unveiled, for the first time, its active Asia-forward footprint across the Web3 ecosystem and efforts to elevate operational excellence for those in the region.

10/04/2023

John Keells X 4.0, Demo Day recognized innovative startups that could disrupt SriLanka’s tech space. As the country’s largest listed conglomerate, John Keells Holdings PLC believes in investing in budding entrepreneurs and empowering them through the JKX Accelerator Program. The Demo Day showcased the growth and progress of the startups. Here’s a recap of what unfolded at the JKX 4.0 Demo Day.

As the country’s largest listed conglomerate, John Keells Holdings believes in investing in budding entrepreneurs and empowering them through the JKX Accelerator Program.

07/04/2023

Gevme is Singapore’s leading event technology platform that empowers event organisers and marketers with all the necessary tools to create and deliver engaging event experiences, both online and offline. Greening the event experience through technology is a key focus for Gevme. “Now, events have become about learning, networking, entertainment, and conducting serious business,” said Veemal Gungadin, CEO and founder of Gevme.

Gevme is empowering event organisers and marketers with the tools to deliver engaging event experiences (online and offline) while helping save the planet.

05/04/2023

IEEE Education Week Celebration 2023

“Your knowledge will serve you even if no other asset in life does. So never stop learning!"
~Anonymous

IEEE Education Week is a weeklong celebration of educational opportunities provided by IEEE and its many organizational units, societies and councils from around the world. IEEE Education Week is a great way to explore education programs and offerings from IEEE.

🗓️ Date: 03rd April 2023
⏰ Time: 04.00 pm Onwards
📍 Venue: TRACE Expert City, Colombo 10

Visit Trace Expert City to join with our celebration and power up your career path❕

IEEE Education Week Sri Lanka 2023 is almost here!

03/04/2023

Insighture celebrates the heart of people-first culture in everything they do as they believe that happy and fulfilled employees are the key to building a thriving business. Their recent annual outing was a great reminder of the power of bringing people together. The team had an amazing time exploring the beautiful scenery of Sri Lanka, bonding over fun activities, and making memories that will last a lifetime.

01/04/2023

Empowering the next generation of tech leaders: here's a glimpse into IIT Career Fair 2023 for aspiring undergraduates exploring opportunities in the local tech industry. Shoutout to all our leading tech companies for their collaboration in hiring the future workforce!

27/03/2023

The founders of IdeaBits, Mayan Narendran (COO) and Dennis Surendra (CEO), sat down with Arteculate Asia to share their thoughts on how the startup environment has changed with the global recession and guidance for to navigate to calmer waters. Mayan shares that “Challenges are a part-and-parcel of an entrepreneur’s journey, and there’s nothing anyone can do about it.” He encourages entrepreneurs to enjoy the storm; for there is no success without failure, and growth stems from chaos, not order.

Recently, the founders of IdeaBits sat down with Arteculate Asia to share their thoughts on how the startup environment has changed and guidance for startups.

24/03/2023

Sugar, is a Save Now Buy Later startup that aims to revolutionize the way we save and spend. Founded by Dylan Tan and Vishvesh Suriyanarayanan, it is an alternative to existing Buy Now Pay Later services - encouraging users to save up for big purchases and only buy when they can afford it. By doing so, they hope to empower people to take control of their finances and avoid getting into debt.

Sugar is a Save Now Buy Later (SNBL) startup that aims to revolutionize how we save and spend.

22/03/2023

Sri Lanka’s leading transport partner, PickMe, crossed two significant milestones in its mere 8-year journey - completing 100 million rides and crossing the 900-million-kilometer mark. This highlights the significant impact that PickMe has had on the transportation industry, providing a convenient and accessible mode of transportation for individuals and businesses.

Founder and CEO of PickMe, Jiffry Zulfer attributes PickMe’s success to its focus on providing high-quality service and commitment to ensuring its passengers’ and customers’ safety and comfort.

Sri Lanka’s leading transport partner, PickMe, crossed two significant milestones in its mere 8-year journey - completing 100 million rides and crossing the 900-million-kilometer mark.

17/03/2023

In 2021, Driv Kapital, a Nordic private equity fund, made its breakthrough investment in Sri Lanka with $20 million for a 60% stake in 99x. Less than two years later, this belief has proven true as 99x’s valuation has grown two and a half times from $30 million to $75 million. Yet, this is only the beginning. By harnessing world-class Sri Lankan talent and acquiring companies with complementary capabilities, both parties envision 99x becoming a $150 million software firm.

In less than two years, 99x’s valuation has grown two and a half times from $30 million to $75 million. Yet, this is only the beginning.