Sampath Bank announced the launch of Sampath igift, a person to person gifting mobile application.
The app enables all Sampath Bank account holders to gift money to anyone in their smartphone’s contact list. They can gift any amount between Rs. 100 to Rs.10,000 per gift, up to a maximum of Rs.100,000 per day. Personalised messages with text, selfies, emoticons, stickers and more can be included with the gift.
Sampath Bank has built Sampath igift using blockchain technology, becoming the first to develop and introduce a blockchain based banking solution in Sri Lanka.
“We are excited to redefine how Sri Lanka sends and receives gifts with Sampath igift. Allowing Sampath Bank account holders to send gifts of money to their friends and family, the app is set to revolutionise the way people utilise financial services in their daily lives,” said Managing Director, Sampath Bank PLC, Mr. Nanda Fernando.
Sampath Bank account holders can use Sampath igift by downloading and installing the app and registering themselves through it. Currently available on Google Play Store, the app will soon be hitting the Apple App Store. Recipients who have the app will get an in-app notification on receiving gifts through Sampath igift. They can retrieve the gift and deposit the money to their accounts at any Sri Lankan bank. Those without the app will receive a SMS with a link to download the app and access the gift.