Sun Siyam Pasikudah, part of the Privé Collection under Maldivian-owned Sun Siyam Resorts, recently welcomed the finalists of Miss Polski 2026 for an exclusive photoshoot on Sri Lanka’s East Coast as part of a destination promotion campaign organised in partnership with the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB).
The visit formed part of a 10-day tour of Sri Lanka featuring 24 Miss Polski 2026 finalists, accompanied by Miss Polski 2025 Oliwia Mikulska, Miss Polski 2024 Kasandra Zawal, and a 45-member production crew. The tour, which began in Sigiriya before travelling to the East Coast, was designed to showcase Sri Lanka’s cultural heritage, scenic landscapes and wildlife to audiences in Poland ahead of the pageant’s grand finale in Nowy Sacz on 2 August, which will be broadcast live on Polsat.
During their stay, the contestants spent two nights at Sun Siyam Pasikudah, where the resort’s tranquil beachfront and picturesque coastal setting provided the backdrop for an exclusive promotional photography session.
Commenting on the collaboration, Masitha De Thabrew, Deputy Director of the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau, said the initiative was intended to showcase Sri Lanka’s lesser-known destinations to international audiences through globally recognised platforms such as Miss Polski, while offering the contestants an authentic experience of the island’s hospitality and natural beauty.
Arshed Refai, General Manager of Sun Siyam Pasikudah, said the resort was delighted to host the finalists and production team, noting that the visit highlighted the East Coast’s growing appeal as a destination for international travellers and creative productions. He added that Pasikudah’s calm turquoise waters, pristine beaches and warm hospitality continue to make the region an attractive location for visitors from around the world.
The visit also provided an opportunity for Sun Siyam Pasikudah to promote the East Coast as an emerging luxury tourism destination. Located along one of Pasikudah’s most scenic stretches of coastline, the boutique resort is renowned for its shallow lagoon waters, soft sandy beaches and uninterrupted bay views, offering guests a peaceful retreat complemented by personalised hospitality and contemporary accommodation.
Kaspersky Uncovers OkoSpyware Framework Targeting Cryptocurrency Users
Kaspersky has identified a sophisticated new malware framework known as OkoBot, which is actively targeting cryptocurrency users by stealing wallet credentials, seed phrases and other sensitive information through advanced spyware techniques.
According to researchers from Kaspersky's Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT), the campaign has already affected hundreds of victims across more than 25 countries, with the highest number of infections reported in Brazil, Vietnam, Canada, Mexico and Türkiye. The cybersecurity company warns that the campaign remains active and continues to pose a significant threat to cryptocurrency users.
First detected in January 2026, OkoBot consists of more than 20 malicious components capable of carrying out a wide range of cyberattacks. The framework can collect files, execute remote commands, steal cryptocurrency wallets, harvest login credentials and seed phrases, record video, and install additional malware.
Among its latest capabilities is a new OkoSpyware module, which monitors Chromium-based browsers, records keystrokes, captures application windows and helps deploy additional malware, including the Rilide browser-based information stealer.
Kaspersky also identified a malicious loader that injects hidden browser extensions directly into browser memory, making detection significantly more difficult while allowing attackers to monitor browsing activity and intercept sensitive information.
The malware's SeedHunter component specifically targets cryptocurrency wallet applications such as Trezor Suite, Ledger Wallet and Ledger Live. When a compatible hardware wallet is detected, the malware displays convincing phishing pages designed to trick users into revealing their wallet recovery seed phrases, allowing attackers to gain full control of digital assets.
Researchers found that infections are primarily spread through ClickFix social engineering attacks, which persuade users to manually execute malicious code, as well as fake software distributed through GitHub repositories. One campaign involved a fraudulent installer posing as Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS).
Although Kaspersky has not definitively attributed the campaign to a known cybercriminal group, the company noted that many of the malware's techniques resemble those used by Russian-speaking threat actors, with technical analysis also revealing Russian-language code artefacts.
Commenting on the findings, Dmitry Galov, Head of the Russia and CIS Unit at Kaspersky's Global Research and Analysis Team, said the campaign has remained active for more than a year and continues to evolve through regular updates.
He noted that developers appear to be among the primary targets due to the malware's distribution methods, warning that the framework's ongoing development could lead to a wider global spread if users fail to exercise caution when downloading software or interacting with suspicious online content.
Sun Siyam Pasikudah Welcomes Miss Polski 2026 Finalists for Exclusive East Coast Photoshoot
