King Sasanka – Sri Lankan Writer & Retired Aviation Professional.

In the world of wealth and "what-ifs," two stories stand as monuments to human shortsightedness, not because the people involved were foolish, but because they were human.  Whether it’s a programmer trading digital "magic money" for lunch or a student selling an iconic logo for the price of a dinner date, these stories reveal a fascinating glitch in our psychology. Here we dive into the most expensive pizza in history, the $35 Nike "Swoosh," and the psychological traps that make us dispose of "fancy ideas" just before they take flight. The Most Expensive Meal in History: The Bitcoin Pizza On May 22, 2010, a Florida-based programmer named Laszlo Hanyecz made history.  At the time, Bitcoin was barely a year old, and its value was practically zero.  Wanting to prove that this digital asset could actually be used as currency, Laszlo posted a request on a forum: 10,000 BTC for two large pizzas. A fellow enthusiast in the UK accepted the offe...

For new investors eyeing the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), understanding the role of a licensed stockbroker is crucial.  Unlike direct market access in some jurisdictions, Sri Lanka’s regulatory framework mandates that all retail investors trade through approved brokers.  This requirement safeguards investors, ensures market integrity, and facilitates efficient transactions.  Below, we break down why this rule exists, how brokers add value, and what to do if trust is breached. 1. Why Is an Approved Stock Broker Required?   a. Regulatory Compliance & Investor Protection   The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) requires all investors to trade through licensed brokers to: Prevent fraud and unauthorized trading : Brokers act as intermediaries, verifying investor identities and ensuring transactions comply with laws like the  Securities and Exchange Act of 1987 . Maintain market order : Brokers are bound by SEC r...

Discover why top companies like Amazon and Alphabet prioritize reinvestment over dividends. Find out here, how non-dividend growth stocks offer superior tax efficiency, compounding power, and capital appreciation for long-term investors.

 Discover the 2026 investor landscape of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE). Learn why the 70-85% institutional ownership provides market stability while retail trading drives liquidity and price discovery in Sri Lanka’s frontier market. 

 Understanding Right Issues can save you lots of troubles later. The narrations are in both Sinhala & English languages for the benefit of my local and international viewers.