Are You Aware About Digital Dementia? – By Nisal Rukshan Digitalization is now all around us, with different usages. Generally, it shows enhanced technology on the fingertips of the global village of connectivity. Instead of old-age manual physical exposures towards commitments, now we are simply addicted to digital devices like videos, documents, games, applications, opinion-seeking, etc. So, most of the time, due to this addiction, we are reluctant to see the negative impacts of the usage of these digitized devices. Why? Simply, such devices have made everything easy and simple under the systems. If everything can be done so easily, especially when everything is in there, on the internet, then why should we need to work hard? Yes, global wisdom is on our fingertips, in the name of digitalization. Today thought of put an effort to open your eyes towards the things that are interconnected with digital devices which make ...

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The Impact of 3D Printing on Manufacturing and Product Development – By Bhanuka – eLanka 3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, is a technology that creates three-dimensional objects by building them up layer by layer. It has the potential to revolutionize the way we design, create, and produce a wide range of products. One of the most significant potential applications of 3D printing is in manufacturing. Traditional manufacturing processes, such as injection molding and CNC machining, can be time-consuming and expensive, especially for low-volume or customized products. With 3D printing, it’s possible to quickly produce complex and customized products, cutting lead times and costs. This has already been applied on several fields such as aerospace, automotive and medical devices. Another area where 3D printing is making an impact is in prototyping and product development. The technology allows designers and engineers to quickly create and test prototypes, which can speed ...

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The Potential of Blockchain Technology to Transform Industries and Improve Transparency – By Bhanuka – eLanka Blockchain technology is a decentralized and distributed digital ledger that allows for secure and transparent record-keeping and transfer of data and assets. It is the underlying technology behind cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, but it has the potential to revolutionize many other industries as well. One of the main advantages of blockchain technology is that it allows for secure and transparent record-keeping without the need for a central authority. This makes it ideal for a variety of applications, including supply chain management, financial transactions, and voting systems. In supply chain management, blockchain technology can be used to track the movement of goods and materials from the point of origin to the final destination. This can help to improve efficiency, reduce the risk of fraud, and increase transparency. In the financial sector, blockchain technology has the potential ...

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Future of cryptocurrency – By Bhanuka – eLanka Cryptocurrency is a digital or virtual currency that uses cryptography for security and is decentralized, meaning it is not controlled by a central authority such as a bank or government. It is a form of digital or virtual currency that uses cryptography for security and is typically not issued by a central authority. Cryptocurrencies are based on distributed ledger technology, which allows for the creation and transfer of digital assets without the need for a central authority. This decentralized nature makes them resistant to fraud and censorship, and enables users to remain anonymous if they choose to. One of the most well-known cryptocurrencies is Bitcoin, which was created in 2009. Since then, thousands of other cryptocurrencies have been created, each with their own unique features and characteristics. The future of cryptocurrency is an exciting and rapidly developing topic. While it is difficult ...

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The Technopolitics of Dissent in Sri Lanka – By Shakthi De Silva     Source:internationalaffairs.org.au Observers in Australia and elsewhere have covered Sri Lanka’s ongoing protests and accurately teased out the nuances of the situation. However, many underestimate how technology played a key role in instigating this organic social uprising. Web platforms and social media has revolutionised the politics of public dissent. They give new meaning to free expression and empower citizen journalism and activism to take a life of its own outside the traditional domains of private or state-influenced media. Information is now coproduced by people and shared on WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tiktok, and more. Representative democracies around the world are feeling the pinch as stories, pictures, and posts on corruption and political malpractice become viral sensations. In more ways than one, this has become a feature of the modern-day democratic techno-politic climate we live in. Nowhere is ...

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