A roundup of the latest ICT/technology news from across the Caribbean region for the period Monday 1 April to Sunday 7 April 2024.
Monday, 1 April 2024
30 Officers Complete Cryptocurrency and Cybercrime Training
Saint Lucia – THIRTY members of the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force (RSLPF) completed a four-day Cybercrime and Cryptocurrency training programme last week… more
Tuesday, 2 April 2024
Digital learning institute brings cinema quality theatre arts opportunities to local youth
Antigua and Barbuda – In a bid to address the issue of idle youth and promote meaningful engagement, Project Jaguar, an online learning platform, is set to revolutionise the landscape of theatre arts in the Caribbean… more
FTX estate aiming to begin creditor repayments by the close of 2024
Bahamas – The FTX bankruptcy estate is working towards repaying customers of the collapsed crypto exchange by the close of 2024. This commitment was disclosed during the inaugural meeting of FTX’s Bahamian subsidiary, which convened its first creditors’ assembly on March 15 at Baha Mar’s convention center, according to the minutes of that meeting… more
HLSCC offers cybersecurity training
British Virgin Islands – As online crime becomes increasingly pervasive and sophisticated around the world, cybersecurity professionals are needed more than ever… more
E-Trade readiness assessment to advance T&T’s digitalisation efforts
Trinidad and Tobago – E-COMMERCE is present in T&T, but on a smaller scale… more
Wednesday, 3 April 2024
FTX Bahamian liquidators eye US legal ‘run rate’ fall
Bahamas – FTX’s Bahamian liquidators are hoping the legal fees “run rate” drops sharply due to the settlement with their US counterpart after incurring an estimated $56m total bill during their first 15 months of work… more
Final test of E-gates at Hato carried out
Curaçao – The final tests are being conducted on the E-gates at Curaçao International Airport. This was announced by the Ministry of Justice… more
Jamaica-HomesA digital portal for Jamaican real estate
Jamaica – When Dean Jones reimagined his website Jamaica-Homes.com almost three years ago, he wanted to create a digital portal that would allow most, if not all, Jamaicans from different walks of life to own a piece of The Rock… more
OIC urges data controllers to use up grace period
Jamaica – With companies given more time beyond the initial December 1, 2023 deadline to comply with the requirements of the Data Protection Act (DPA), the Office of the Information Commissioner (OIC) is encouraging more businesses to commence the registration process during the current grace period set to expire in June… more
Thursday, 4 April 2024
Advertorial | The Impact of Digital Transformation on Business: Opportunities and Challenges
Caribbean – Under the influence of digital transformation, some forward-looking companies like Amazon are finding new opportunities to increase efficiency, improve customer service, and drive growth. However, it is quite challenging for hundreds of other companies to stay on track and swiftly adapt to remain competitive… more
Digicel appoints new Regional General Manager
Caribbean – In a recent announcement, Digicel Group unveiled Meredith Sharples as the newly appointed Regional General Manager, effective from March 1, 2024… more
ECTEL’s Digital Inclusion Survey gains momentum across 5 Eastern Caribbean countries
Caribbean – A survey to ascertain information about access to, use, and affordability of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and broadband products and services in the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority’s (ECTEL’s) five (5) Contracting States is well underway… more
Potential TikTok ban – Impact on businesses
Caribbean – With the future of TikTok in the US hanging in the balance, businesses that built a presence on the platform are facing a wave of uncertainty. A potential ban could disrupt marketing strategies, sever connections with a massive user base, and force companies to scramble for new avenues of engagement… more
‘Businesses that don’t adopt AI will be at a disadvantage’
Jamaica – Local banking executive Frederick Pragnell is encouraging increased use of data and artificial intelligence (AI) to improve business processes, pointing out that those who refuse to leverage AI will be left at a disadvantage… more
FLOW Workers to Receive 10% Wage Increase
Saint Lucia – About one hundred Clerical and technical workers employed with FLOW will benefit from a new industrial contract negotiated between the Company and the National Workers Union (NWU)… more
Cybersecurity challenges of AI adoption: Identifying risks from open-source tools
Trinidad and Tobago – CONTRARY to popular belief, artificial intelligence (AI) has not yet surpassed human cognitive capabilities and likely will not do so for another few years… more
Friday, 5 April 2024
Grand Bahama-based blue tech accelerator launches climate change initiative while advancing new economy
Bahamas – Blue Action Lab (BAL), based in Grand Bahama, has unveiled Conservation Cove, a pioneering initiative aimed at addressing the pressing challenges of climate change for low-lying coastal nations like The Bahamas while developing a new economy to empower Bahamians… more
Securys leads Caribbean forum on data protection regulation
Caribbean – Global data privacy consultancy Securys was the lead sponsor in the regional data protection forum held on Wednesday, March 20, at Hilton Barbados Resort in Bridgetown… more
Tax payment via online banking
Trinidad and Tobago – THE EDITOR: When the anomalies and other issues have been resolved, I would be greatly relieved if the means whereby one remits the amount due is improved… more
TSTT to invest $160m in network upgrade
Trinidad and Tobago – THE Telecommunications Services of Trinidad and Tobago (TSTT) has announced plans to invest more than $160 million in upgrading its network over the next 12 months… more
TSTT to invest $160m in network, deploy VOLTE
Trinidad and Tobago – It’s difficult to imagine navigating today’s increasingly connected world without access to fast, reliable connectivity. Each day, more and more people depend on it to work, communicate and connect with loved ones… more
Saturday, 6 April 2024
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Sunday, 7 April 2024
AI holds potential to transform education sector in Guyana – Service Expert
Guyana – In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force, reshaping the way people live, work, and learn… more
Criminal Records Office now digital
Jamaica – As the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) continues its robust transformation process, one of its major services to the public is being overhauled to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction… more
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