A roundup of the latest ICT/technology news from across the Caribbean region for the period Monday 15 September to Sunday 21 September 2025.
Monday, 15 September 2025
Bahamas-based cloud provider teams with Suriname partner
Bahamas – A Bahamas-headquartered provider of sovereign cloud and IT serves says it has expanded its Caribbean reach through an agreement with Suriname’s national data centre… more
SunCash’s homegrown fintech a hit with central banks
Bahamas – SunCash made a splash at last week’s CB+DC Conference 2025, held at the Atlantis Paradise Island resort, because of its homegrown fintech solutions… more
AI and the jobs of the future
Caribbean – The technology singularity postulates that at some point, intelligent machines would begin creating even more intelligent machines in an explosion of advancement that would quickly leave human understanding behind… more
Tyrone Wilson sues Kevin Frith for defamation
Jamaica – Kintyre boss Tyrone Wilson has filed a claim in the Supreme Court against Sun Coast principal Kevin for defamatory statements made on WhatsApp… more
Tuesday, 16 September 2025
Trinidad leads with first AI Minister: A new era for Caribbean governance
Caribbean – So, I’ve been caught sleeping — or less dramatically, caught by surprise. How did I not observe that Trinidad’s newly elected government, which took office on May 1, 2025, made creating the Caribbean’s first Minister of Artificial Intelligence one of its early priorities? The Hon. Dominic Smith, who also serves as Minister of Public Administration, now carries this new mantle… more
Wednesday, 17 September 2025
Flow supports families with back-to-school initiatives
Barbados – Flow Barbados has reaffirmed its commitment to giving back to the community through a series of back-to-school initiatives designed to support families and ensure students are prepared… more
Survey: Cybercrime and misuse of AI among top risks for insurance industry
Caribbean – Technological challenges, including cybercrime and the misuse of artificial intelligence, are among the top risks to the insurance industry, a new survey has found… more
e-ID system ready for rollout by month end – President
Guyana – The electronic identification card (e-ID) system which will be able to store and track personal data is expected to be ready for rollout by the end of this month, President Irfaan Ali yesterday announced… more
Satellite connectivity is a necessity for Guyana’s digital future
Guyana – Dear Editor, Guyana stands at a pivotal moment in its technological evolution. Under President Irfaan Ali’s leadership, the nation has embarked on an ambitious digital transformation journey, aiming to become a regional leader in e-governance, financial digitization, and technological innovation… more
7Krave launches new marketplace platform to empower Jamaican businesses
Jamaica – Leading Jamaican delivery service 7Krave has announced a major expansion of its operations with the launch of the 7Krave Marketplace, a first-of-its-kind, all-in-one digital commerce platform designed specifically to serve Jamaica’s dynamic and growing business sector… more
‘T&T has chance to monetise its creativity in the digital economy’
Trinidad and Tobago – Trinidad and Tobago has an opportunity to monetise its creativity in the digital economy, said Denyse White, the deputy national chief digital officer at the Ministry of Public Administration and Artificial Intelligence… more
The importance of Intellectual Property in a share-everything world
Trinidad and Tobago – Social media makes sharing content effortless. Sometimes, all it takes is just one click… more
Thursday, 18 September 2025
Local businesses the targets for digital and cell phone fraud
Antigua and Barbuda – Two fraud cases reported this month highlight growing digital and phone scams targeting local businesses… more
AG: Government drafting AI policy to manage risks, harness opportunities in financial services
Bahamas – The government is developing a comprehensive national artificial intelligence policy aimed at harnessing opportunities for the financial services sector while addressing potential risks, Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Senator the Hon. Ryan Pinder K.C., said Wednesday… more
AG: Govt forming expert committee to create AI policy document
Bahamas – The government is in the midst of developing an expert policy committee that will formulate a comprehensive artificial intelligence (AI) policy document for The Bahamas, Attorney General Ryan Pinder said yesterday… more
Caribbean governments and businesses gain access to ISO certification in AI through We Manage Trust-PECB alliance
Caribbean – We Manage Trust Ltd, a data privacy and cybersecurity consulting firm, has announced a landmark partnership with PECB (Professional Evaluation and Certification Board), a global education and professional certification body, to offer ISO/IEC 42001 Artificial Intelligence Management System professional certification services across the Caribbean, US and Canada… more
IGNITE 2025: The must-attend summit for Caribbean founders and investors
Caribbean – Caribbean Dragons, a dynamic, non-profit organization fostering innovation and investment across the Caribbean and Latin America, is set to elevate regional entrepreneurship spirit again this year, with its flagship event IGNITE 2025… more
Cayman to seek bids for new subsea cable
Cayman Islands – Government is proceeding with a request for proposals (RFP) for a new submarine fibre optic cable for the Cayman Islands… more
Scotiabank TT cops digital excellence awards
Trinidad and Tobago – Scotiabank TT has been recognised with the Euromoney best digital bank award along with other accolades at its Awards for Excellence 2025… more
Tim Teemal: AI agents the future of apps
Trinidad and Tobago – Communications consultant, filmmaker and, now, AI designer Tim Teemal believes that artificial-intelligent agents are the future of apps… more
Friday, 19 September 2025
AG says Gov’t to develop ‘comprehensive’ AI policy
Bahamas – Attorney General Ryan Pinder has announced the government is developing a comprehensive national policy on artificial intelligence, with a focus on managing both the opportunities and risks of AI in the financial services sector… more
Bahamas cloud provider gains expansion funding
Bahamas – A Bahamas-headquartered cloud services provider says it has secured growth financing through a facility led by a Silicon Valley investment firm… more
Bahamians suffer substantial losses over ‘smishing’ scams
Bahamas – A senior police officer yesterday warned that Bahamians have lost a substantial amount of money to so-called ‘smishing’ scams since the start of 2025… more
Cloud Carib secures financing for regional expansion from Silicon Valley firm
Bahamas – Bahamas-based Cloud Carib Limited has turned to Silicon Valley for a growth financing facility that will aid in regional expansion, the company said in a statement released on Wednesday… more
CPC records 190 complaints January–August, moves to launch mobile app
Bahamas – The Consumer Protection Commission (CPC) has already logged 190 complaints between January and August 2025, with more than half resolved or under investigation, and is preparing to launch a mobile app and vendor verification system aimed at strengthening accountability and consumer confidence in the marketplace… more
Payments provider warns Bahamas on ‘deep fakes
Bahamas – A Bahamian payments provider yesterday urged businesses to be alert for ‘deep fakes’ plus synthetic identity fraud and the takeover of their bank accounts… more
Flow welcomes 6 new scholars at 34th annual scholarship ceremony
Grenada – As Flow Grenada proudly celebrates the 34th anniversary of its flagship scholarship programme this year, 6 new students were welcomed, joining a legacy of over 300 beneficiaries across Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique… more
Scotiabank named Best Digital Bank 2025 by Global Finance
Guyana – Scotiabank Guyana has earned top honours at the Global Finance Best Digital Bank Awards 2025, a release from the bank said yesterday… more
Digicel announces the complete repair of its infrastructure and a compensation plan for its customers
Haiti – On Thursday, September 18, 2025, the telephone company Digicel announced in a press release that, following damage to its fiber optic infrastructure on National Road 2, which has affected mobile services in the southern part of the country since July, all necessary repairs have been completed and all services have now been restored… more
CPFSA defends decision to take children from TikToker Rosalee
Jamaica – The Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA) has moved to defend its decision to remove the children of local TikTok personality June Dixon, popularly known as Rosalee, from her care… more
Food merchant tapped for Jam-Dex revival
Jamaica – IN a renewed push to boost adoption of central bank digital currency Jam-Dex, the Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) has turned to at least one food merchant for help to drive awareness and usage… more
Saturday, 20 September 2025
AI reshaping hurricane forecasting
Cayman Islands – For residents in the Cayman Islands, knowing whether a storm or hurricane will enter the Caribbean Sea and possibly pose a threat is critical information… more
Flow sponsors podcasting workshop for young men
Trinidad and Tobago – FLOW Trinidad has announced its sponsorship of the second instalment of a podcasting workshop designed to equip participants with tools to build personal brands, communicate effectively and create sustainable digital opportunities… more
Govt proposes crypto ban until December 2027
Trinidad and Tobago – The Government’s Virtual Assets and Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill, 2025, proposes to ban the purchase, sale, exchange or transfer of cryptocurrencies (which include Bitcoin and Ethereum) until December 31, 2027 and is also seeking to impose fines of up to $5 million for anyone “engaging in unauthorised virtual asset activities… more
Sunday, 21 September 2025
Beyond Knowledge: Why Technology + Expertise Defines the 21st Century Professional
Guyana – Last Thursday, I had the privilege of addressing students of the University of Guyana’s Faculty of Social Sciences at their freshman orientation. Standing before them, I was as inspired as I hoped they were… more
The Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 2023: Sections 11, 12 and 13
Guyana – This week, we continue our examination of provisions under the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 2023 (“the Act”)… more
JBDC targets 500 MSMEs in digital transformation push
Jamaica – As part of efforts to drive innovation and boost operational efficiency, the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) is actively leading a digital transformation initiative that will help around 500 MSMEs to modernise at least one core internal business process under the EU-funded Digital Jamaica Project… more
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