🏛️ CRIB Hosts Annual CEOs Forum & Awards 2026; Launches MyCRIB App

The Credit Information Bureau of Sri Lanka (CRIB) hosted its Annual CEOs Forum 2026 under the theme "Credit Intelligence for National Progress," bringing together leaders from banking, NBFIs, insurance, telecoms, and utilities. Key Highlights & Initiatives: • MyCRIB Mobile App Launch: CRIB unveiled a consumer mobile app—making it one of the few global credit bureaus to offer real-time access to personal credit profiles, credit scores, dispute resolution, and identity verification to boost financial inclusion. • Shift in Lending Models: Discussions highlighted Sri Lanka’s transition from traditional collateral-based lending to data-driven and AI-backed trust evaluations, aiding MSMEs, young entrepreneurs, and rural communities. • Institutional Rating Awards: Recognized top financial and service institutions for excellence in data accuracy, governance, and compliance. Leader Insights: • CBSL Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe: Emphasized that digital transformation, AI, and alternative data mitigate credit risk, while calling for strong governance and privacy to ensure financial sector stability. • Dr. Hans Wijayasuriya (Advisor on Digital Economy): Noted that interoperable digital infrastructure transforms "risk" into "trust," enabling micro-SMEs to integrate into Sri Lanka’s broader digital economy.