LK Domain Registry, has been featured in the LMD Most Awarded Magazine – Fifth Annual Edition, under the Insights Guest Column: Corporate Respect section.
This special supplement highlights insights from distinguished interviewees from awarding bodies, discussing the importance of awards, their authenticity, and a critical analysis of the role they play in various industries.
Since its establishment in 1990, LK Domain Registry has been at the forefront of Sri Lanka’s digital evolution, providing professional domain registration services while strengthening the nation’s Internet infrastructure. These achievements have been driven by Prof. Gihan Dias’ visionary leadership, fostering innovation and digital progress.
Read his insights on awarding bodies, their significance, and their impact-backed by decades of experience organizing BestWeb.lk and the recently launched TopWeb.LK monthly competition.
Recently, Kusal R Dissanayake, in collaboration with the LK Domain Registry, recorded a session at ITN Digital on the topic of how to use social media responsibly. With over 8 million users from all age groups and genders engaging online, his discussion emphasized the importance of privacy, ethical content sharing, and online security. While social media is a powerful tool, it also comes with risks—especially when it comes to publishing content without consent.
Privacy and Social Media: What to Avoid
🔹 Never share personal details (phone numbers, addresses, financial data). 🔹 Avoid posting others' content (videos, photos) without consent. 🔹 Be cautious with real-time location sharing for security reasons. 🔹 Do not spread fake news or manipulated content (deepfakes, misinformation).
Publishing Videos Without Consent: Is It Legal?
Recording and sharing a video of someone without permission can lead to privacy violations and legal consequences. It is especially risky if: ✅ The video was recorded in a private setting (workplace, home, school). ✅ The person did not give explicit consent. ✅ The content is used to embarrass, defame, or harm reputation.
How to Publish Responsibly
✔️ Always ask for consent before recording or sharing someone’s video. ✔️ If publishing workplace-related content, ensure it aligns with company policies. ✔️ Avoid posting videos of minors or confidential discussions without legal approval. ✔️ If a person requests content removal, respect their privacy rights.
What to Do If Your Video Is Shared Without Consent?
🔹 Report it to the platform (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube) for removal. 🔹 Contact the uploader and request a takedown. 🔹 File a complaint under cybercrime or privacy laws if needed.
As Kusal R Dissanayake emphasized in their ITN Digital session, social media users must practice ethical content sharing to maintain a safe and respectful online environment.
