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ADL Wins GLOMO at MWC Barcelona, Makes History as Inaugural Recipient of Open Gateway Challenge
Axiata Digital Labs (ADL) proudly announces its first win at the 29th annual Global Mobile (GLOMO) Awards held during the recently concluded Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona. ADL secured the Open Gateway Challenge GLOMO Award, a new category in 2024, marking a significant milestone in the company’s journey as a leader in digital innovation and connectivity solutions, enabling telco-to-techco journey with their Axonect Telco Fabric.
The award recognizes ADL’s exceptional contribution to the mobile ecosystem through the MetaStage platform powered by Axonect Telco Fabric. Leveraging GSMA’s Open Gateway APIs, ADL demonstrated remarkable innovation in simplifying integration across two operators, Dialog (Sri Lanka) and XL Axiata (Indonesia). The MetaStage platform facilitated a groundbreaking metaverse concert, showcasing the immense potential of GSMA’s Open Gateway initiative to engage diverse customers across borders and drive new revenue opportunities for operators.
(Axiata Digital Labs’ CEO, Thushera Kawdawatta, and CTO, Namal Jayathilake, receiving the first-ever Open Gateway Challenge Award at the Annual Global Mobile (GLOMO) Awards at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona)
ADL stands at the forefront for GSMA Open Gateway innovation, pioneering the empowerment of developers and enterprises through universal access to network operator APIs. GSMA’s Open Gateway initiative, is poised to revolutionize connectivity by democratizing access to these essential APIs via the Linux Foundation’s CAMARA project. As the inaugural recipient of the Open Gateway Challenge GLOMO Award, ADL’s commitment to innovation and collaboration underscores its pivotal role in driving transformative change within the industry. With a focus on open standards and strategic partnerships, ADL continues to lead the charge in shaping the future of connectivity and unlocking new opportunities for digital innovation.
Dr Hans Wijayasuriya, Group Executive Director and CEO of Telecommunications Business, Axiata and Chairman, Axiata Digital Labs said, “It is a great source of pride to Axiata that ADL, our multi-country Software and Digital Transformation unit has won the GLOMO – Open Gateway Challenge. Axiata was an early signatory to the Open Gateway MoU of the GSMA and this accolade reaffirms our commitment to transforming the role of Telcos through innovation centered on APIs and Eco-Systems.
The award also reaffirms our belief in the power of open collaboration and underscores our commitment to establish federation and interworking between Telcos via the Open Gateway, and to reach out to developer and content creator eco-systems to create consumer experiences of the future – in this case a Metaverse experience spanning multiple markets and audiences. ADL will no doubt continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible with the Open Gateway and more generally through API orchestration, and thereby continue to lead the best practice in Telco-TechCo Transformation”
Thushera Kawdawatta, Chief Executive Officer of Axiata Digital Labs expressed, “We’re honored to win the Open Gateway Challenge GLOMO Award at MWC24 Barcelona! This prestigious recognition validates our dedication to developing Axonect, a groundbreaking telco fabric that’s transforming the digital landscape. Our collaboration with Dialog and XL, powered by Axonect, exemplifies the power of GSMA’s CAMARA initiative.
It fosters industry-wide innovation and synergy, unlocking the true potential of telco asset monetization. Axonect empowers businesses to collaborate and leverage standardized APIs, maximizing speed to market and accelerating innovations. As the Axonect Open Gateway solution, we’re confident in shaping the future of connectivity, and it will unlock long-term growth for businesses worldwide.”
The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) proudly facilitated the first-ever Sri Lankan delegation’s participation at Drupa 2024, the world’s largest trade fair for the printing industry and technology. Held after an eight-year hiatus, Drupa 2024 was a landmark event, marking significant advancements and opportunities in the global printing industry.
AHK Sri Lanka played a pivotal role in organising and supporting the delegation, which comprised 17 members from the Sri Lanka Association for Printers (SLAP), representing eight companies from the commercial, newspaper, stationery printing, and packaging industries. This pioneering effort by AHK Sri Lanka not only showcased the diverse capabilities of Sri Lanka’s printing sector but also facilitated vital bilateral discussions with key stakeholders from the German printing industry.
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Unveiling Ayugiri: Browns Hotels & Resorts sets the stage for a new era in luxury Ayurveda Wellness
In a captivating reimagining of luxury wellness tourism, Browns Hotels & Resorts proudly unveiled the exquisite Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya. This momentous occasion, celebrated amidst a vibrant and serene grand opening on the 6th of June, heralds a new chapter in the Ayurveda wellness tourism landscape in Sri Lanka. Nestled amidst 54 acres of unspoiled natural splendour, Ayugiri features 22 exclusive suites and stands out as the only luxury Ayurveda wellness resort in the country offering plunge pools in every room, rendering it truly one-of-a-kind.
The grand opening of Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort was an enchanting event, where guests were captivated by the melodies of flutists and violinists resonating through Sigiriya’s lush landscapes. As traditional drummers and dancers infused the air with vibrant energy, Browns Hotels & Resorts’ CEO, Eksath Wijeratne, Kotaro Katsuki, Acting Ambassador for the Embassy of Japan and General Manager, Buwaneka Bandara, unveiled the resort’s new logo, marking a significant moment witnessed by distinguished guests from the French Embassy, Ayurveda and wellness enthusiasts along with officials from the Sigiriya area, LOLC Holdings and Browns Group.
“Our strategic expansion into wellness tourism with Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya symbolises a significant milestone for Browns Hotels & Resorts. Wellness tourism has consistently outperformed the overall tourism industry for over a decade, reflecting a growing global interest in travel that goes beyond leisure to offer rejuvenation and holistic well-being. By integrating the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda with modern luxury, we aim to set a new standard in luxury wellness tourism in Sri Lanka. Whether your goal is prevention, healing, or a deeper connection to inner harmony, Ayugiri offers a sanctuary for holistic well-being” stated Eksath Wijeratne.
Ayugiri encapsulates the essence of life, inspired by the lotus flower held by the graceful queens of the infamous Sigiriya frescoes. Just as the lotus emerges from the murky depths, untainted and serene,
Ayugiri invites guests on a journey of purity and rejuvenation, harmonised with a balance of mind, body and spirit, the essence of nature, echoes of culture and the wisdom of ancient Ayurvedic healing.
HNB General Insurance, one of Sri Lanka’s leading general insurance providers, has been honored as the Best General Bancassurance Provider in Sri Lanka 2024 by the prestigious Global Banking and Finance Review – UK.
The esteemed accolade underscores HNB General Insurance’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its outstanding performance in the field of bancassurance. Through dedication and hard work, the HNB General Insurance team has continuously endeavored to deliver innovative insurance solutions, cultivate strong relationships with banking partners, and provide unparalleled service to customers nationwide. This recognition is a testament to the team’s dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence in the bancassurance business.
“We are honored to receive this prestigious award, which reflects our team’s tireless efforts and dedication to delivering value-added insurance solutions and exceptional service through our bancassurance partnerships,” said Sithumina Jayasundara, CEO of HNB General Insurance. “This recognition reaffirms our position as a trusted insurance provider in Sri Lanka and motivates us to continue striving for excellence in serving our customers and communities.”
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