A roundup of the latest ICT/technology news from across the Caribbean region for the period Monday 17 March to Sunday 23 March 2025.
Monday, 17 March 2025
Hands-on with the Samsung S25 Ultra
Caribbean – It’s been a minute since Samsung offered a hands-on opportunity with one of their premium smartphones… more
Should we be concerned about in-car gaming with Android Auto?
Caribbean – There are some major exciting updates from Google’s latest Pixel Feature Drop, focusing on AI-power enhancements and new security measures. However, one feature is raising a security concern: in-car gaming via Android Auto… more
Cybercrime Act is being misused to punish citizens who question government’s actions or expose its corruption
Guyana – Dear Editor, In Guyana today, freedom of speech, a fundamental pillar of any democracy, is increasingly under threat under the Irfaan Ali/Bharrat Jagdeo regime. The regime’s use of the Cybercrime Act and other laws as tools to stifle dissent and target those who hold them accountable has escalated in recent months… more
Digicel cites leadership role in digital future through innovation and security
Jamaica – Digicel Business has partnered with Symptai Consulting to offer comprehensive cybersecurity solutions to businesses towards making them more resilient in the face of emerging threats… more
Jamaica’s digital payment revolution
Jamaica – In a significant transformation of Jamaica’s financial landscape, digital payment methods have steadily eclipsed traditional banking instruments over the past eight years, reshaping how businesses and consumers conduct transactions across the island nation… more
PM highlights importance of Artificial Intelligence
Jamaica – As the integration of technology and greater digitisation become central in the government’s long term development plan, Prime Minister, Dr. Andrew Holness says keen attention is being given to the use of artificial intelligence… more
Tuesday, 18 March 2025
Government to expand national security infrastructure with updated camera network and forensic lab, PM says
Antigua and Barbuda – The government is taking steps to enhance the nation’s security network through a comprehensive approach that includes expanding camera surveillance and building a new forensic laboratory, amid concerns over unsolved missing persons cases and murders… more
Scammers are getting smarter – so should we
Barbados – Barbadians are once again being urged to steer clear of two online scams designed to trick unsuspecting individuals out of their hard-earned money… more
Empowering the Next Generation: Girls4Tech 2025
Belize – Belize Bank, in partnership with Mastercard, hosted the second annual Girls4Tech program in Belize, showcasing their dedication to empowering young girls through STEM education… more
Hackers and cyber gangs pose ‘national security threat’ to Cayman
Cayman Islands – The Cayman Islands faces a real and growing national security threat from cyber attacks, according to a four-star general who headed up the United States Cyber Command… more
Doctors to be trained to use AI, robotics for surgical procedures- Pres. Ali
Guyana – President Irfaan Ali has recently disclosed that the government is working to have local doctors trained to use the artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics application for execution of surgical treatment… more
Unstable internet infrastructure and lack of digital health education for clinicians and patients risk widening healthcare disparities
Guyana – Dear Editor, The government’s initiative to establish a National Telemedicine Hub, as reported in the Stabroek News article titled “Gov’t to establish telemedicine hub for 24/7 specialist support,” is a commendable step toward improving healthcare accessibility… more
Digital trust can be costly in cyber threat era, expert warns
Jamaica – Cybersecurity expert Marlon Cooper is urging Jamaicans to become more digitally aware following several significant data breaches in recent times… more
e-Learning Jamaica celebrates 20 years
Jamaica – e-Learning Jamaica Company Limited (e-LJAM) will be celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, under the theme ‘20 Years of Transformation and Digital Innovation: Powering EdTech in Jamaica’… more
Experts issue caution on Artificial Intelligence risks for upcoming election campaign
Jamaica – Ahead of the upcoming parliamentary general election, due by September, a call is being made for the Electoral Commission of Jamaica to establish guidelines and provide oversight for the use of artificial intelligence in political campaigns… more
Vendors Embrace Digital Payments, Boosting Sales Productivity In St. Lucia
Saint Lucia – As the 2025 cruise season brings thousands of visitors to Saint Lucia’s shores, the move toward digital payments is gaining traction among local vendors… more
Digicel call centre agents retrenched
Trinidad and Tobago – DIGICEL has overhauled its Customer and Corporate Call Centre operations in Trinidad and Tobago, leading to the retrenchment of several agents in the country… more
Wednesday, 19 March 2025
GBPA renews initiative to drive tech skills, careers
Bahamas – The Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) has unveiled a paid remote internship initiative to build skills and careers for Bahamians in industries such as cyber security, artificial intelligence (AI) and data science… more
High aims: New tech minister unveils ambitious five-year plan
Barbados – Newly appointed government senator and Cabinet member Jonathan Reid has declared that he has hit the ground running and is wasting no time in setting out an ambitious technology agenda for the country… more
Accountants’ professional judgement critical to success in age of AI
Caribbean – Importance of professional judgement and critical thinking underlined as organisations work to adopt artificial intelligence… more
CIBC Caribbean going big on tech
Caribbean – As CIBC Caribbean Bank Limited doubles down on growing its 10 core markets, it will be putting greater investments towards technology to differentiate itself across the region… more
Offshore Gambling Platform with Curaçao License Faces Growing Allegations and Scrutiny
Curaçao – The rise of offshore gambling websites like TopBet.eu has drawn increasing concerns, with questions surrounding their legality, links to criminal activities, and potential risks to consumers… more
App launched to track progress of education ministry contracts
Guyana – The Ministry of Education yesterday launched an application to track the number of projects being carried out by the ministry and their deadlines… more
Electronic Health Record contract signed with UK firm
Guyana – The Government of Guyana yesterday signed a contract for the development and implementation of a national Electronic Health Record (EHR) system with British company RioMed Limited… more
UK firm to establish electronic health records system in Guyana
Guyana – The Ministry of Health on Tuesday inked a US$3.3 million agreement with the United Kingdom-headquartered RioMed Limited to establish an electronic health records (EHR) system that would be accessible across all public healthcare providers to allow doctors to more efficiently treat patients… more
Cyber security agency warns about compromised RSA keys
Jamaica – Millions of RSA keys have been inadvertently exposed, significantly compromising the security of digital communications worldwide, Jamaica’s National Security Operations Centre has disclosed… more
Flow supports International Women’s Day events
Trinidad and Tobago – FLOW participated in a range of initiatives to mark International Women’s Day, honouring the achievements of women and advocating for gender equality both in the workplace and beyond… more
Thursday, 20 March 2025
URCA delays opening of Grand Bahama office, focuses on improving service quality in underserved family islands
Bahamas – The Utilities Regulation and Competition Authority (URCA) will not open its first regional satellite office in Grand Bahama this year as previously planned, according to its Chief Operating Officer (COO), Dr. Walden Russell, who noted that the regulator remains focused on finding ways to improve service quality and accessibility in underserved Family Islands… more
Exploring the digital nomad lifestyle
Caribbean – I can’t tell you how excited I am to finally write about this, because this isn’t just theory for me. This is my life… more
Op-Ed: Deepseek catching global attention
Caribbean – Recently, the groundbreaking artificial intelligence model DeepSeek, developed by Chinese engineers, has attracted widespread attention in the tech world… more
Guyana developing AI-based app for malaria testing
Guyana – Guyana is developing an artificial intelligence (AI) application for malaria testing, aiming to eradicate the disease, according to Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony… more
US$3.3M health record system coming
Guyana – The Ministry of Health signed a contract with RioMed Limited, a UK-registered company, to develop and implement the new Electronic Health Record System (EHR)… more
Gov’t Building Out Digital Ecosystem to Facilitate Trade
Jamaica – Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, says the Government is committed to building out the digital ecosystem to foster greater participation of local entities in international trade… more
Friday, 21 March 2025
Holness: Full roll-out of electronic land titling system in two years
Jamaica – Vendor selection and system implementation for the roll-out of the government’s Electronic Titling (E-Titling) programme is expected by 2027-2028, following legislative amendments to the Registration of Titles Act… more
NTRC’s iCode784 Introduces Robotics Category for 2025
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines – The National Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (NTRC) has introduced a Robotics category for its 2025 iCode784 Competition… more
Saturday, 22 March 2025
Belize City Mayor highlights eMobility Pilot Project at Smart City Summit & Expo in Taiwan
Belize – Mayor of Belize City Bernard Wagner participated in his second panel discussion at the 2025 Smart City Summit & Expo in Taiwan, this time under the powerful theme “Innovating Green Mobility.” … more
Cayman International School lab attains international STEM certification
Cayman Islands – Cayman International School has become the first school laboratory outside the United States to earn a national certificate for STEM Excellence from the US National Institute of STEM Education… more
WiLoan launches fully digital micro-loan facility
Trinidad and Tobago – Imagine needing urgent funds for an unexpected expense. In the past, securing a loan meant long lines at the bank, piles of paperwork, and nerve-wracking approval processes… more
Wipay hopes to shake up small-loan market
Trinidad and Tobago – A financial solution for the man on the street and the unbanked. That is the premise on which WiLoan was built… more
Sunday, 23 March 2025
Cybersecurity strategies for business leaders
Caribbean – As we step into 2025, the cybersecurity landscape has fundamentally shifted. It’s no longer solely about reactive defence — it’s about proactively creating sustainable value and driving organisational performance… more
Is Bitcoin Really ‘Rat Poison Squared’?
Caribbean – Bitcoin is one of the most talked-about ideas in the world of money. Some people love it and call it the future of finance. Others say it’s a scam or even a Ponzi scheme. So, what’s the truth? … more
Entrepreneurship a smart choice in the AI era
Jamaica – What will be the new value of human work in a few years, and is entrepreneurship a safe bet? … more
New bill, no service…SOLVED!
Jamaica – Dear Claudienne, Thanks for assisting in the matter I am having with Flow regarding the absence of any cable service at my home for some five weeks now, despite the fact that my bill is fully paid up… more
PNP taps BPO as main job creator
Jamaica – The Opposition People’s National Party (PNP) says it intends to position the business process outsourcing (BPO) sector as the main job creator if it is elected to office in the upcoming elections, even as the party has stated that the industry offers low-skill, low-wage employment… more
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