A digital poster exposing the Edge Code Pro scam in Sri Lanka. Four well-known Sri Lankan public figures — Chathura Alwis, Ashan Malalasekera, Dhammika Perera, and Ranil Wickremesinghe — are shown with red “DEEPFAKE” labels over their eyes. Bold white and yellow text reads: “Edge Code Pro Scam in Sri Lanka EXPOSED – Fake Testimonials, Deepfakes, and Income Lies – Powered by Familiar Faces and Trusted TV Brands?”
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Edge Code Pro Scam in Sri Lanka Exposed

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This is one of the most sophisticated scams I’ve ever seen.

They used a fake news website.
They faked an endorsement from the former President of Sri Lanka, Ranil Wickramasinghe.
They deepfaked Dhammika Perera, Chathura Alwis, and Ashan Malalasekera.
They cloned Ada Derana’s entire brand — and even forged BOC checks.

All of this just floating around on facebook.com.

And they did it all… to steal your Rs. 74,000 or maybe even more.

🧠 The Premise: Too Good to Be True

The scam is centered around a fake investment platform called Edge Code Pro, supposedly a “Sri Lankan-made” AI tool that helps anyone earn:

  • $250–$1,500 per week
  • Rs. 10 lakhs from Rs. 74,000
  • All with no experience, and no risk

They promise “passive income,” “financial freedom,” and even early retirement — all starting with just $250 (or Rs. 74,000).

It’s emotionally manipulative, financially aggressive, and completely fake.

🧱 How the Scam Works

  1. A fake article appears — designed to look like AdaDerana.lk, a trusted local news source.
  2. It falsely claims the President of Sri Lanka, Ranil Wickremesinghe, has licensed Edge Code Pro.
  3. It shows fake interviews with:
    • Ashan Malalasekera (in a business suit)
    • Chathura Alwis (on his TV show)
    • Dhammika Perera (as a trusted billionaire figure)
  4. The videos appear real — but they’re not. They’re deepfakes. Both the faces and voices are AI-generated.
  5. Fake banking screenshots and dashboards show “proof” of income.
  6. The page ends with a classic trap: enter your phone number and deposit Rs. 74,000.

🎭 The People They Faked

Here are the real-life public figures the scammers used without consent:

👤 Ashan Malalasekera

  • Reality: CEO of established companies in Sri Lanka
  • Faked as: The “creator” of Edge Code Pro
  • Used in: Promotional images, deepfake video
  • Ashan Malalasekera seated in an office, falsely labeled as the “Creator of Edge Code Pro” with Ada Derana branding.
    This image falsely claims Ashan Malalasekera — a respected Sri Lankan CEO — is the creator of Edge Code Pro. It’s completely fabricated.
  • Smiling Ashan Malalasekera falsely claiming Edge Code Pro earns up to $9,000 a month with a $250 investment.
    The scammers use emotionally persuasive language and fake smiles to sell the lie of “easy financial freedom.”
  • Fake income dashboard showing $7,700 earned in a week with Edge Code Pro, overlaid on a fake interview.
    A fake “live dashboard” claims users earn $7,700 per week — a tactic used to pressure people into investing Rs. 74,000.
  • Deepfake of Ashan Malalasekera in a fake interview setting with Ada Derana 24 and Chathura Alwis in a split-screen frame.
    A deepfake video styled to look like “Talk With Chathura” uses AI-generated footage of both Ashan Malalasekera and Chathura Alwis to promote the scam.
  • Forged BOC and Commercial Bank cheques falsely showing $8,100 and $7,500 payouts, with Ada Derana branding.
    These fake cheques are used to convince victims that real people are earning thousands. They are 100% fabricated.

Deepfake quote:

“Looking to turn a small $250 investment into weekly payouts of up to $1,500 with Edge Code Pro — a trusted Sri Lankan platform? It’s absolutely possible…”

👤 Dhammika Perera

  • Reality: One of Sri Lanka’s richest entrepreneurs
  • Faked as: An enthusiastic Edge Code Pro supporter
  • Used in: Deepfake video

Deepfake quote:

“A small investment of just Rs. 74,000 into weekly payouts of up to 10 lakhs. With Edge Code Pro, it’s possible…”

👤 Ranil Wickremesinghe

  • Reality: Former President of Sri Lanka
  • Faked as: Government official who “approved and licensed” the platform
  • Used in: Fake quote and image
President Ranil Wickremesinghe falsely quoted in front of Sri Lankan flags, claiming to have approved Edge Code Pro.
This image uses the likeness of the former president and a fake quote to make the scam look government-backed. It’s a complete fabrication.

Fake quote on image:

“I personally approved and issued a license to Edge Code Pro… This is truly a financial miracle.”

👤 Chathura Alwis

  • Reality: Well-known Ada Derana TV personality
  • Faked as: Interview host endorsing Edge Code Pro
  • Used in: Deepfake video styled as “Talk with Chathura”
Deepfake image of Chathura Alwis smiling in a dark studio, falsely implying he endorses Edge Code Pro.
Chathura Alwis was deepfaked to appear as if he supports the platform. He has no link to this scam.

Deepfake quote:

“Coming up next is Ashan Malalasekera, one of Sri Lanka’s most respected business minds. He’s here to share how Edge Code Pro is helping Sri Lankans earn up to $1,500 weekly…”

🖼️ Fake Site, Fake Logo, Fake Everything

  • Ada Derana logo? Forged.
  • BOC & Commercial Bank checks? Forged.
  • Income dashboard? Fake UI.
  • Testimonials? 100% fake (scripted comments by bots).

📎 Full fake article screenshot: capimorjun.com – full screenshot

  • Bar chart showing fake earnings of Sri Lankans supposedly earning up to $7,970 from Edge Code Pro. Includes names and photos.
    These fake user profiles — complete with photos, names, and fake dollar figures — are designed to convince victims that real Sri Lankans are getting rich overnight.
  • Fake reader comments under Edge Code Pro article, showing scripted testimonials claiming withdrawals and profits of $1,700.
    These fake comment sections are a psychological trap — using planted “success stories” to lower your guard and make the scam feel real.
  • Fake testimonials from users SharlineP and Collins_Nyasha claiming Edge Code Pro helped them earn thousands.
    No matter the background — young, old, skeptical — every fake comment says the same thing: “It works.” It’s all part of the deception.
  • More fake comments from supposed users saying Edge Code Pro helped them quit their second job and earn while riding the bus.
    Emotionally crafted testimonials use empathy, emojis, and “verified” tags to pressure viewers into trusting the scam and paying up.

💬 Why It Works

This scam works because it:

  • Steals trust — from Ada Derana, the president, and celebrities
  • Uses AI deepfakes — fooling people with real faces and voices
  • Preys on financial pain — promising a quick escape from poverty
  • Pushes urgency — “limited license”, “early access”, “register now”

But it’s all smoke and mirrors. There is no Edge Code Pro.
No license. No magic AI platform.
Only a stolen Rs. 74,000.

🚨 If You Were Scammed

You are not stupid.
You are not alone.
This is a new level of digital fraud — and the scammers want you to stay silent.

DO NOT stay silent.

If you or someone you know invested in “Edge Code Pro”:

  1. Report to Sri Lanka CCID: [email protected]
  2. Send all evidence to HackAware.org
  3. Speak up. Help us stop them.

🧨 Final Warning from DEBUGGER

These aren’t just scams.
They’re warfare on truth — using AI, media forgery, and stolen identities to weaponize hope.

If we don’t expose them, they win.
And if you’re reading this with Rs. 74,000 in your bank…
Hold it tight.
And pass this on before someone you love gives it away.

Stay sharp. Stay safe. Stay HackAware.
– DEBUGGER

⚠️ Disclaimer

HackAware.org is an independent cyber-awareness platform. We are not affiliated with any of the individuals, brands, or organizations mentioned in this article.

The names and likenesses of Ashan Malalasekera, Dhammika Perera, Ranil Wickremesinghe, and Chathura Alwis were used without their consent in what appears to be a fraudulent scam operation. We have no reason to believe that these public figures had any involvement in, or knowledge of, the scam known as Edge Code Pro.

All images, video clips, and quotes used in this investigation are provided for the purpose of reporting, public awareness, and digital safety education. Any fake or misleading content created using their identity is the responsibility of the scammers who produced and distributed it.

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