Internet fragmentation 101 and how it is reshaping the digital world
Day by day, the internet is becoming a less unified and cohesive space. “Splinterisation” has been occurring and is likely to continue, which could result in many “internets”. We outline some of the drivers of this fragmentation, likely consequences and some of the forums that are trying to make a difference.
ICTP 343: Leveraging tech in the global economy, youth development and inclusion and e-money problems
In our March 2025 Community Chat, and with members of the Caribbean tech community, Tariq Mohammed, a PhD candidate and the Chair of the Caribbean ICT Youth Network who is based in Trinidad and Tobago, and Chad Fraser, the Founder and CEO of Sonover, headquartered in Grenada, the panel discusses the following three topics: how Caribbean businesses can leverage technology to compete in a global economy; fostering youth development and inclusion in ICTs in the Caribbean; and is e-money a solution in search of a problem?
Roundup: for the week ending 16 March 2025
A roundup of the latest ICT/technology news from across the Caribbean region for the period Monday 10 March to Sunday 16 March 2025.
Beyond big tech: How and why Caribbean countries should be embracing sovereign AI
Although Caribbean countries have embraced AI, it appears that little thought has been given to the security and data risks and vulnerabilities that exist when we outsource our AI needs to the global tech giants or platforms that do not have a presence in the region. Sovereign AI will help the region create a more secure digital future and move us from dependence to dominance.
ICTP 342: 2025 Expert Insight update on cyber threats and security in the Caribbean, with Sean Slattery of Caribbean Solutions Lab
In the first instalment in our Expert Insights series on cyber threats and security for 2025, and one again with Sean Slattery of Caribbean Solutions Lab, he discusses, among other things: the changes in the threat landscape that occurred in 2024; the changing threat and impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation in the security space; the security-related challenges as organisations adopt a cloud-first posture; key challenges being experienced by security professionals; and three things organisations should be doing in 2025 to improve their network/IT security.
Roundup: for the week ending 9 March 2025
A roundup of the latest ICT/technology news from across the Caribbean region for the period Monday 3 March to Sunday 9 March 2025.
Do Caribbean internet users need to secure backup internet service?
In recent weeks, Caribbean telecommunications and internet services have experienced some setbacks, which, to varying degrees, have affected the delivery of services to their customers. However, should we, as consumers, be actively exploring supplementing our existing internet service plans to better help us withstand some of the challenges experienced with our existing service?
ICTP 341: Delving into the policy recommendations for AI in Jamaica with Christopher Reckord
In February 2025, the Government of Jamaica made publicly available the National Artificial Intelligence Policy Recommendations prepared by the National Artificial Intelligence Task Force. We are joined by the Chairman of the Task Force, Christopher Reckord, to discuss the policy recommendations made, including: the unique, Jamaica-specific considerations that shaped the recommendations; the priority action items Chris hopes will be executed; and why other Caribbean countries should go through the trouble of creating a national AI policy.
Roundup: for the week ending 2 March 2025
A roundup of the latest ICT/technology news from across the Caribbean region for the period Monday 24 February to Sunday 2 March 2025.
Failing our future: The crisis in Caribbean education
Earlier this month, the World Bank issued a damning assessment of Caribbean education, which threatens the future of the region. In this article, we highlight some observations that have contributed to the crisis that has been reported.
