A roundup of the latest ICT/technology news from across the Caribbean region for the period Monday 16 June to Sunday 22 June 2025.
Monday, 16 June 2025
Now hiring: Halo BPO offers remote sales jobs with weekly pay and bonus potential
Belize – Remote work opportunities continue to grow, and Halo BPO is leading the way. The company is now hiring Work From Home Call Center Agents for its latest sales campaign. If you’ve got at least one year of sales experience, this opportunity might be the perfect fit… more
Tech thief strikes K.A.B. Technologies in Orange Walk Town, steals six cellphones
Belize – A brazen robbery occurred this weekend when, at approximately 10:44 AM on Saturay morning, a man, armed and dangerous, held up K.A.B. Technologies on San Antonio Road, Orange Walk Town, making off with six cellphones… more
AI Conference highlights potential to transform Caribbean healthcare
Caribbean – A leading physician is calling for the Caribbean to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) as a solution to the region’s mounting healthcare challenges, arguing that the technology could help standardize care and eliminate inconsistencies that plague medical systems across the islands… more
Digicel creates regional tech powerhouse with Symptai Consulting acquisition
Caribbean – Digicel Group is deepening its partnership with Symptai Consulting Limited to provide businesses with improved access to world-class solutions and experts to support all their technology needs… more
Optimizing Your digital footprint for greater brand visibility
Caribbean – As the digital frontier continues to evolve rapidly, optimizing your brand’s digital footprint is essential to remain a relevant, thriving business in most industries today… more
Curaçao in the Spotlight as Japan Cracks Down on Online Gambling
Curaçao – Curaçao’s prominent role in the global online gambling industry has drawn international attention once again, this time from Japan, where authorities are moving to tighten restrictions on illegal gambling by blocking access to foreign-licensed online casinos… more
Digicel Group reports collaboration with tech firm Symptai
Jamaica – Digicel has announced a partnership with Symptai Consulting Limited to enhance access to top-tier technology solutions and expert support for the digital needs of businesses across the Caribbean… more
Tuesday, 17 June 2025
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Wednesday, 18 June 2025
Introduce AI prison officers in new system suggests Visiting Committee chair
Antigua and Barbuda – As Chairman of the Prison Visiting Committee continues to renew calls for a modern correctional facility while highlighting the committee’s continued focus on inmate rehabilitation, Bishop Charlesworth Browne said maybe there is a need for AI prison officers within the prison system… more
AI bolstering jobs, productivity and wages, says PwC
Caribbean –Artificial intelligence (AI) is creating more meaningful jobs, bolstering productivity, and increasing wages worldwide, according to a 2025 Global AI jobs study by Pricewaterhousecoopers (PwC), but there are fears Jamaica and the Caribbean region are not keeping up to pace… more
OfReg calls out Flow over lack of local resiliency
Cayman Islands – The utilities regulator, OfReg, said Wednesday that Flow’s dependency on overseas systems and personnel outside Cayman is unacceptable after its TV service was interrupted here for the fifth day… more
Laptops for all Trinidad Form One students regardless of wealth—Minister
Trinidad and Tobago – Despite the country’s financial constraints, Education Minister Dr Michael Dowlath has confirmed that 18,000 laptops will be distributed to all Form One students, regardless of their parents’ income level… more
Thursday, 19 June 2025
Gov’t targets ‘white paper’ to be AI Caribbean leader
Bahamas – The Government is developing a ‘white paper’ on the benefits and downsides of artificial intelligence (AI) as it seeks to ensure The Bahamas becomes a Caribbean-leading hub for the technology… more
KEITH ROYE II: Bahamas must meet the AI future head-on
Bahamas – Walk into almost any industry today and, whether it is finance, health care, tourism and even construction, you will hear about Artificial Intelligence (AI). Some see it as the great job killer, others see it as a productivity goldmine… more
National AI strategy in the works as government aims for first-mover edge
Bahamas – The Bahamas is developing a national Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy and white paper to guide innovation, economic growth, and responsible technology use—positioning itself to be a first mover in the Caribbean region… more
Policy on AI being drafted by govt
Bahamas – WITH artificial intelligence (AI) becoming a fixture in everyday life and business, the Davis administration is drafting a national policy to safeguard Bahamians from its potential downsides… more
Digital literacy – The new life skill
Caribbean – In an age driven by artificial intelligence (AI), smart devices and instant information, digital literacy is more than a buzz-term – it’s a vital life skill… more
Exploring China’s tech advancements
Caribbean – Your boy has finally made it to China. Tech giant Huawei extended an invitation and flew me out to China to attend the Mobile World Congress in Shanghai… more
Telecoms regulator calls out Flow for TV outage
Cayman Islands – Flow Country Manager Bruno Delhaise responded Wednesday evening by saying: “Flow technical teams have worked relentlessly to solve an issue affecting some of our TV customers… more
Starlink Has Not Yet Applied for Internet License in Curaçao, Says Regulatory Authority
Curaçao – Satellite internet provider Starlink has not yet submitted an application for a telecommunications concession in Curaçao, according to Curt Belfor, director of the Regulatory Authority of Curaçao (RAC). Belfor made the statement this morning during a radio interview with Joris Reer… more
Long-time EduFocal Chairman Peter Levy resigns
Jamaica – Digital learning company EduFocal Limited has announced the resignation of its long-time Chairman Peter Levy… more
FTC chair, Tv anchor, targeted in online financial scam
Trinidad and Tobago – CHAIRMAN of the Trinidad and Tobago Fair Trading Commission (FTC), Dr Ronald Ramkissoon, and TV6 news anchor Desha Rambhajan have issued separate public warnings after their names and images were fraudulently used to promote an online financial scheme… more
Friday, 20 June 2025
Massy exec relates biblical story: David now has ChatGPT
Trinidad and Tobago – Artificial intelligence could be the Caribbean’s great equaliser in the global market… more
Saturday, 21 June 2025
Brava and Hubbcat partner to deliver smarter connectivity
Caribbean – Brava, a next-generation ICT business solutions provider, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Hubbcat, the leading global provider of push-to-talk, body-worn camera and broadband connectivity solutions designed for real-time performance, safety, and scalability… more
‘Safe Haven’ app launched to connect families with certified caregivers
Guyana – Safe Haven, Guyana’s first digital platform that connects families with certified caregivers, was launched on Friday at the Palazzo on Camp and Lamaha Streets in Georgetown… more
EduFocal rocked by two more crucial resignations
Jamaica – Eyes are on digital learning and creative company, EduFocal Limited, which has been rocked by two fresh resignations days after the sudden exit of long-time board chairman Peter Levy… more
Sunday, 22 June 2025
Govt’s online price check platform ‘a hit’
Barbados – Thousands of Barbadians are taking advantage of Government’s online portal which compares the prices of retail items… more
Medicine and AI advance together to save more lives
Dominican Republic – In a firm commitment to providing top-level healthcare and putting technology at the service of the most vulnerable, the “Ciudad Sanitaria Dr. Luis E. Aybar” held its third Scientific Conference yesterday, focusing on the advances and challenges of modern medicine that remain to be overcome in the country… more
Guyana’s Artificial Intelligence Revolution Must Begin with Data – A Call for Preparedness
Guyana – Across the Caribbean, a wave of enthusiasm for artificial intelligence is building. Governments are drafting national AI strategies, ministers are championing digital transformation agendas, and tech companies are lining up with promises of revolutionary change… more
Flow refunds pensioner after unauthorised charge spikes bill
Jamaica – Dear Claudienne, I am requesting your urgent intervention regarding a deeply concerning issue involving Flow Jamaica and my elderly mother, who is a pensioner. The matter pertains to a wrongful charge and the refusal of Flow Jamaica to refund her hard-earned money… more
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