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Factum Perspectives: The Algorithm of Discontent: Clickbait Democracy and the Cultivation of the Sri Lankan Voter (2015–2024) 

Science and TechnologyFebruary 22, 2026215Views0Likes0Comments
By Gobinath Ponnuthurai Abstract  This paper examines the radical transformation of the Sri Lankan voter’s mindset from 2015 to 2024, specifically focusing on the erosion of ideological political anchors in favour of “action-oriented” viralism. By analyzing the electoral cycles of 2015, 2019, and 2024, the study illustrates how social media—driven by clickbait and rage-bait—has shortened the electorate’s attention span…

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Factum Perspective: Algorithms, Deep fakes and the Erosion of Truth: AI’s Assault on Democracy

International Development, Science and TechnologySeptember 28, 2025704Views2Likes0Comments
By Sarala Hapugalle In 2022, a video of Ukrainian President Zelensky was shared, urging troops to lay down their arms and surrender to Russia. In the 2024 US election, another video was circulated - this time of President Joe Biden - seemingly encouraging democrats not to vote in the presidential primary elections and to instead…

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Factum Perspective: Green Promises, Old Powers – Democratizing Renewable Energy Transitions in Sri Lanka and beyond

Climate and environment, Regional Geopolitics, Science and Technology, UncategorizedJuly 20, 20252KViews6Likes0Comments
By Verangika Upananda As South Asia grapples with rising energy demands, economic uncertainties, and commitments under international climate agreements, it is increasingly poised to adopt renewable energy as the path forward. However, the energy transition from fossil fuel to renewable energy is fundamentally a political rather than a technical or financial one. In Sri Lanka,…

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Factum Perspective: Starlink in the Global South

Peace and Conflict, Science and Technology, Tech Cooperation, UncategorizedMarch 23, 20251KViews0Likes0Comments
By Brayan Jayawardhana Two weeks ago, on March 10, Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sirkorski took to X to respond to Elon Musk’s claim that Ukraine’s “entire front line” would collapse if he turned Starlink off. Sirkorski, who seemed agitated if not angry, tweeted that Poland was paying for Starlink’s use in Ukraine, and that if…

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Factum Special Perspective: Redefining Copyright Laws – Addressing AI-Generated Works and Authorship Rights in Sri Lanka

Science and Technology, Tech CooperationSeptember 11, 20243KViews0Likes0Comments
By Kaushalya Wickramanayake Brief Context of Artificial Intelligence Artificial Intelligence (AI) has evolved from sci-fi fantasy to modern technology in a blink of an eye. In today’s world, Apple Siri is ready to engage in conversation whenever someone is feeling bored, Google Assistant provides recommendations for the best stores to purchase favorite dresses based on…

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Factum Perspective: Forging Digital and Maritime Futures

Climate and environment, Health and Economic Cooperation, International Development, Maritime Security, Science and TechnologyJune 9, 2024761Views0Likes0Comments
By Flavia Gunarathna In a series of diplomatic and technological engagements, Sri Lanka seems to be taking strides towards enhancing its digital and maritime infrastructure. During his official visit to Indonesia, President Ranil Wickremesinghe held discussions with Indonesian officials and Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX. These meetings, occurring amidst the backdrop of the…

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Factum Perspective: In Pakistan, AI Charts a New Course for South Asian Politics

Regional Geopolitics, Science and Technology, Tech CooperationFebruary 18, 20241KViews0Likes0Comments
By Uditha Devapriya with Nevindi Jayawardana and Dilshan Bataduwaarachchi By the time Pakistanis headed for elections on February 8, Imran Khan had been served a 14-year jail sentence, on top of other charges and allegations. Barely a week earlier, Khan, the country’s most popular Opposition figure, had been disqualified from holding office for 10…

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Factum Perspective: Combating Nitrogen Pollution in South Asia – Cooperation as a Tool

Climate and environment, Health and Economic Cooperation, International Development, Science and TechnologyDecember 23, 20231KViews1Like0Comments
By Amanda Gunarathna Nitrogen pollution, a growing concern in environmental science, refers to the excessive release of nitrogen compounds into ecosystems, predominantly originating from human activities such as industrial processes, agriculture, and fossil fuel combustion. While Nitrogen is an essential element for life, an excess of it can lead to detrimental consequences for ecosystems…

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Factum Perspective: US and China Forge Agreement to Combat Fentanyl Crisis

Climate and environment, Health and Economic Cooperation, Science and TechnologyDecember 2, 2023974Views0Likes0Comments
By Flavia Gunarathna In a landmark development, the United States and China have reached a pivotal agreement aimed at intensifying efforts to curb the export of chemicals vital in the production of fentanyl, a synthetic opioid responsible for a staggering number of fatalities in the United States. The accord, anticipated to be formalized during the…

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Factum Special Perspective: Online Safety or Muzzling Online Free Speech?

Science and Technology, Tech CooperationOctober 19, 2023841Views0Likes0Comments
By Muhammad Aftab Alam A review of Proposed Legislation in Pakistan and Sri Lanka In September 2023, the Sri Lankan government introduced an Online Safety Bill to establish an “Online Safety Commission”, the purported objective being “to prevent the use of online accounts and inauthentic online accounts for prohibited purposes and to suppress the financing…

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