A roundup of the latest ICT/technology news from across the Caribbean region for the period Monday 31 July to Sunday 6 August 2023.
Monday, 31 July 2023
Deltec to ‘vigorously’ fight new FTX lawsuit
Bahamas – A Bahamian bank and its chairman yesterday denied fresh allegations that they knowingly aided and abetted the multi-billion dollar FTX fraud prior to the crypto exchange’s November 2022 implosion… more
Tech improvements, customer initiatives earn Scotiabank another award
Bahamas – Scotiabank Bahamas has been voted the Best Bank in The Bahamas at the Euromoney 2023 Awards, the achievement was announced at a ceremony held in London on July 12… more
Exploring the Growth of Telecommunications in Belize: Key Trends and Future Prospects
Belize – Exploring the Growth of Telecommunications in Belize: Key Trends and Future Prospects… more
Hands on: Samsung’s A54
Caribbean – A top of the line smartphone isn’t for everyone, so the value of a lower cost device will depend on what a user can live without… more
ClickAway
Jamaica – FACED with the difficulty of finding honest, reliable skilled professionals to carry out installation and maintenance services, Tajay Mohan embarked on finding a more efficient way of matching service providers with customers through the creation of the mobile app ClickAway… more
OUR nudges utility companies to use AI to drive greater efficiency
Jamaica – THE Office of Utilities Regulations (OUR) is encouraging utility service providers to utilise and harness the benefits of artificial intelligence (AI) to become more efficient as this would mean less cost to the consumer and the regulator… more
‘Cellphone jammers not enough to block calls from Trinidad’s prisoners’
Trinidad and Tobago – Cellphone jammers inside the country’s prisons are not enough to stop criminals behind bars from sending messages to others on the outside… more
Tuesday, 1 August 2023
Emancipation celebrations even more important in Digital Age
Trinidad and Tobago – Emancipation Support Committee of Trinidad and Tobago (ESCTT) executive chair Zakiya Uzoma Wadada believes that the commemoration of Emancipation is even more important now, especially in the rapidly moving Digital Age… more
Endcash sees uptick in users
Trinidad and Tobago – MORE than 25,000 people have so far downloaded Republic Bank Ltd’s digital wallet, Endcash, the bank’s marketing manager for its personal segment Damian Cooper has said… more
MyTripTT: Aiming to redefine rideshare
Trinidad and Tobago – AS a regular user of rideshare services, Richard Cornwall said he knew firsthand the challenges that often accompanied accessing such platforms, especially for those who aren’t tech-savvy… more
Wednesday, 2 August 2023
Deltec slams “meritless” claims by former FTX investor
Bahamas – Deltec Bank said yesterday that it plans to “vigorously” defend against what it described as “meritless” claims by an aggrieved FTX investor that it knowingly aided and abetted in fraud prior to the crypto exchange’s infamous collapse… more
Deltec to submit motions to dismiss lawsuits by FTX investor
Bahamas – Deltec Bank & Trust does not anticipate that it or its clients will be affected by a putative class-action lawsuit filed against the bank in the state of Washington by a former FTX investor last week… more
Digital marketing strategy for fashion designers
Caribbean – In the dynamic world of fashion, where trends evolve at lightning speed, it’s crucial for designers to not only create captivating designs but also master the art of showcasing them to the world… more
AI in livestock farming
Jamaica – LIVESTOCK farmers who’ve participated in the Newport Mills genetic improvement programme are encouraging other farmers to try, but caution against high expectations… more
St Lucia’s Telecoms Minister gives key takeaways from CANTO 2023
Saint Lucia – Stephenson King, Minister of Minister for Infrastructure, Ports, Transport, Physical Development, and Urban Renewal in Saint Lucia, was one of the participants attending the CANTO conference for the first time… more
Emancipation in a digital age
Trinidad and Tobago – WHILE many view it as a potential force for good, there is growing realisation of the threat posed by artificial intelligence (AI). Workers are concerned about the impact of AI on jobs and governments are being lobbied about the need for built-in fail-safe measures to mitigate the existential threat to humanity posed by superintelligence… more
Software developer jumps on e-ticketing train
Trinidad and Tobago – Jovan Gaskin wants to help party promoters and organisers incorporate technology into their industry with his new e-ticketing website and app – Made Tickets… more
Thursday, 3 August 2023
ArawakX awaiting SCB approval to list 28 companies
Bahamas – ArawakX is awaiting Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) approval to list 28 companies on the crowdfunding exchange, the company said in an email to subscribers… more
BTC: No Bahamian jobs outsourced to Pakistan
Bahamas – The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) yesterday asserted it “has not outsourced any Bahamian jobs” from its customer service contact centre amid staff and union fears these posts are being lost to Pakistan… more
Tech improvements, customer initiatives earn Scotiabank Bahamas another award
Bahamas – Scotiabank Bahamas has been voted the Best Bank in The Bahamas at the Euromoney 2023 Awards. The achievement was announced at a ceremony held in London on July 12… more
Taiwan-Belize Digital Inclusion program launches Digital Connect Center in San Narciso Village
Belize – Оn Аuguѕt 2, 2023, Таіwаn’ѕ Аmbаѕѕаdоr tо Веlіzе, Н.Е. Lіlу Lі-Wеn Нѕu раrtісіраtеd іn thе ореnіng сеrеmоnу оf thе Ѕаn Nаrсіѕо Vіllаgе Dіgіtаl Соnnесt Сеntеr іn Соrоzаl.Тhе Ѕаn Nаrсіѕо Vіllаgе Dіgіtаl Сеntеr іѕ thе 5th dіgіtаl соnnесt сеntеr undеr thе Таіwаn-Веlіzе “Dіgіtаl Іnсluѕіоn Рrоgrаm”… more
National Bank of Dominica Ltd. hosts successful month of Cybersecurity Awareness
Dominica – The National Bank of Dominica Ltd. (NBD) proudly announces the successful completion of its second annual Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a month-long initiative aimed at promoting online safety and security within the community. Throughout the month, NBD organized a series of activities targeting businesses, seniors, parents, students, and customers, fostering awareness and education on cybersecurity… more
Outgoing Indian High Commissioner pledges continued support for Guyana’s ICT, energy development
Guyana – Amid the ongoing massive transformation of Guyana, the outgoing Indian High Commissioner to Guyana, Dr KJ Srinivasa has pledged India’s continuing support towards the development of Guyana and other Caribbean countries in the area of ICT and energy… more
Utility companies embracing AI
Jamaica – LOCAL utility service providers, having recognised the power that can be harnessed from Artificial Intelligence (AI), are already using or seeking to incorporate the technology into their operations to improve customer service and overall productivity… more
Blue skies for TSTT ahead
Trinidad and Tobago – CEO of Telecommunications Services of Trinidad and Tobago (TSTT), Lisa Agard, is confident that the majority state-owned company’s $94.5 million (US$14 million) after-tax profit for its financial year ending March 31, 2023 will continue in the future… more
Friday, 4 August 2023
Mobile wallet top-ups decline by just over $31 million
Bahamas – Mobile wallet top-ups saw a significant decline during the first five months of this year reaching just $7.1 million when compared to $38.4 million during the same period last year… more
Mastercard introduces cross-border payments services
Caribbean – International payments solution provider Mastercard has pioneered the Mastercard Cross-Border Services technology which, it said, will help banks in the Caribbean modernise and maximise their global payments business so as to deliver an experience for people and businesses that is secure, seamless, and certain… more
MSMEs seeing increase in use of digital payment services
Jamaica – Stakeholders in the micro, small and medium sized enterprises sector, say they are seeing an increase in the use of digital payment services for small businesses… more
Saturday, 5 August 2023
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Sunday, 6 August 2023
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