social media

Is Modern News Journalism in Sri Lanka clouded by Sharebait Posts?

When you hear the word “NEWS” what do you instantaneously associate it with? Perhaps you would think of a popular TV news programme, or a newspaper’s online portal, or even your favourite Social Media outlet, and if you like to keep it traditional, a newspaper. You may have not paid a lot of attention to …

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The Case of PickMe and Uber: An Analysis of their Social Media Activity

Just like Cricket and Tea, hailing tuks has become a part of Sri Lanka’s identity and culture. So, why are we always complaining about it? And if we do have a problem with the regular tuks on the road, why don’t we use traditional taxi-hailing companies like Kangaroo Cabs or OnlineCabs? First, the prices are …

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Defamation Cyberbullying

Is bullying the bullies, the way out? – Proposed Criminalization of Social Media Defamation

Daily News recently published an article regarding the possible introduction of a new law to control defamation in the form of slander and libel pertaining to Social Media. This law is said to have been proposed by the Law Commission to the Justice Ministry, which would treat defamation as a criminal offence.   The article …

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SL Government

Government of Sri Lanka Social Media Usage

Social media in Sri Lanka continues to reach a wider audience day by day. Apart from personal users, professional bodies, established companies and other recognized institutions, Government organizations too are taking up social media to connect with their advocates and followers. The Government of Sri Lanka social media usage is very much at its early …

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Politicians on Youtube

Sri Lankan Politicians on YouTube

YouTube continues to dominate as one of the leading social media networks in the world. From musicians to sports personalities, and from businesses to charity organizations, many individuals, groups and institutions are using YouTube as one of their primary marketing tools. The site is also popular in the political arena, with politicians and political parties …

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