A roundup of the latest ICT/technology news from across the Caribbean region for the period Monday, 9 February to Sunday, 15 February 2026.
Monday, 9 February 2026
Cloud Carib touts importance of resilience planning amid cyberattacks
Bahamas – According to cloud services provider Cloud Carib, resilience planning for critical infrastructure such as utilities against cyberattacks must be a collective effort involving both the private and public sectors… more
BCWJ Warns of International Action Over BTL Severance
Belize – Union members say justice is still being denied by the Belize Telemedia Limited (BTL), despite weeks of protests over unpaid severance… more
Over 170 Former BTL Workers Still Await Severance
Belize – Belize Telemedia Limited says it has now complied with the Caribbean Court of Justice ruling on severance payments, but the fight may not be over for everyone. In a statement issued over the weekend, BTL confirmed that nearly all eligible former employees have received their severance, with ninety‑eight percent of claims already settled… more
FT’s second Next Gen News report offers deeper insights
Caribbean – The first next generation news audience and delivery report produced by FT Strategies and Northwestern University’s Knight Lab explored the landscape of news consumption by users who had come of age entirely within the internet era… more
Technology Scales, People Transform: Region Launches Inaugural HR Leadership Conference & Sets Sights on Dominican Republic 2026
Caribbean – CANTO Connect 2026 marked a decisive turning point in the Caribbean’s digital agenda, as regional leaders made it clear that technology alone will not deliver global competitiveness… more
Drone operators warned to comply with regulations or face the law
Guyana – The Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) yesterday issued a stern warning to drone operators and the general public, emphasizing that compliance with national drone regulations is not optional but mandatory and those found culpable will face the law… more
From Guard Posts to AI Platforms: Why Guardsman Is the Final Word in Security
Jamaica – For nearly 50 years, Guardsman Group has been the backbone of security in the Caribbean. We are the benchmark and the name trusted to protect lives, businesses, and national infrastructure across the region… more
How drones filled Jamaica’s data gap after Hurricane Melissa
Jamaica – When Hurricane Melissa made landfall in Jamaica last October, responders faced a familiar problem: widespread damage, disrupted communications and little reliable information… more
Tuesday, 10 February 2026
Revenue Authority to drive digital overhaul, rebuild public trust
Barbados – The Barbados Revenue Authority is embarking on an ambitious reform programme to modernise tax administration, strengthen compliance and restore public confidence, Revenue Commissioner Jason King announced on Tuesday… more
BCCI Supports GoB’s Pause on BTL–Speednet Deal
Belize – The Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry has backed the Government’s decision to halt discussions on Belize Telemedia Limited’s proposed acquisition of Speednet/SMART. Prime Minister John Briceño instructed the pause on Friday during the house sitting… more
Belize Joins Regional IDB Talks, Set to Receive 10,000 Digital Skills Scholarships
Belize – Belize has taken part in the 39th Meeting of Governors of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) for Central America, Panama, and the Dominican Republic, held in Panama as part of preparations for the 2026 IDB Annual Meetings… more
Liberty Caribbean embraces Safer Internet Day 2026 with a renewed commitment to digital responsibility and ethical technology use
Caribbean – In celebration of Safer Internet Day 2026, Liberty Caribbean has aligned itself with the global effort to promote safer, more responsible, and inclusive online practices… more
CIMA grants first full VASP licence to a digital asset business
Cayman Islands – RYKI and BCXPro are the two latest firms to announce they’ve been granted a licence from the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority… more
NTRC statement on recent telecommunications outage
Grenada – The National Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (NTRC) is aware of yesterday’s near islandwide interruption of internet and telephone services affecting customers of Cable & Wireless… more
Data protection
Guyana – It has been announced by the government that a Data Protection Commissioner is to be appointed under the Data Protection Act… more
Aneal Giddings ‘more than qualified’ to be Data Protection Commissioner overseeing E-ID card rollout
Guyana – Prime Minister Mark Phillips on Monday defended the appointment of former Deputy Chief Elections Officer Aneal Giddings as Guyana’s Data Protection Commissioner, declaring that he is “more than qualified” to hold the post as the country moves ahead with the rollout of the national electronic ID (e-ID) card system… more
Protecting cognitive capacity of the people must be at centre of AI strategy
Guyana – Dear Editor, The government’s recent strides in digitizing Guyana, most notably the launch of the AI-supported Guyana Digital School, position our nation as a regional leader in technological adoption… more
AI-driven quality assurance needed for local BPO sector, says Epstein
Jamaica – As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape the global customer service landscape, major players in Jamaica’s business process outsourcing (BPO) sector are calling for a fundamental rethink of how services are designed, delivered and sold… more
TATT answers questions about its cybersecurity framework for telcoms, broadcasters
Trinidad and Tobago – At CANTO’s 42nd AGM held at the Hyatt Regency from February 01 – 03, the Telecommunications Authority of TT (TATT) presented its “Cybersecurity Framework for Public Telecommunications Networks and Broadcasting Facilities” on the second day of the event… more
Wednesday, 11 February 2026
Belize Moves to Build Modern Competition Framework
Belize – Belize is moving to tighten oversight in a big way, taking its first major step toward creating a full competition law, something the country has long gone without… more
Belize Takes Major Step Toward Modern Competition Oversight
Belize – Belize has begun laying the groundwork for its first-ever competition law, launching a national push this week to curb market dominance and strengthen oversight across key industries… more
BTL–Speednet Deal Seen as Pivotal for PM Leadership
Belize – Turning back to our headline story tonight, Dr. Castillo’s latest poll also suggests the proposed BTL–Speednet acquisition could become a defining moment in Prime Minister John Briceño’s leadership… more
Call for ‘People-First’ Action at CANTO 2026
Caribbean – CANTO Connect 2026 concluded last week with a practical and unified message that connectivity is only the beginning and lasting impact will depend on people, governance and disciplined execution… more
Nine youth complete Digital Culture For the Caribbean Project (CL.AU.DI.A)
Dominica – Nine young artisans successfully completed the Cultura Digital Antilliana / Digital Culture in the Antilles CL.AU.DI.A. Project. The certificate award ceremony and mini exhibition were held at Prevo Cinemall on Saturday, 7 February 2026… more
Technology to address political interference in development bank’s loan processing
Guyana – Technology would be used to help block the proposed US$100 million development bank from approving loans preferentially, Minister of Industry and Commerce Susan Rodrigues said on Tuesday night… more
Business & knowledge process outsourcing executive opposed to BOJ shoring up value of Jamaican dollar
Jamaica – oni Epstein, Chairman of Itel, has claimed that what he characterises as the Bank of Jamaica’s decision to allow the dollar to artificially appreciate against the dollar is having a negative impact on the earnings on the Business and knowledge process outsourcing sector… more
New SKN Smart Shopper App to Transform How Citizens Access Consumer Services
Saint Kitts and Nevis – The St. c Consumer Affairs Department is set to modernize consumer protection with the launch of two digital platforms aimed at improving access and accountability… more
Uber still operating in St Lucia despite warnings by govt
Saint Lucia – The St Lucia government says the American multinational transportation company, Uber, is continuing to operate on the island, despite two official warnings being sent to it to cease its illegal operations there… more
Thursday, 12 February 2026
BTL Acquisition Challenged on Law and Logic
Belize – The scrutiny over BTL’s proposed acquisition of Speednet is intensifying, and two prominent voices are sharpening the debate… more
BTL Severance Fight Escalates with Senator’s Support
Belize – Former BTL workers took their fight for severance back to the streets this week, marching through heavy rain to demand the payouts they say are long overdue… more
Former CEO says BTL Unlikely to Justify $80M Dollar Acquisition
Belize – The debate over BTL’s planned eighty‑million‑dollar purchase of Speednet just took a new turn because for many Belizeans, this isn’t only about telecoms… more
CIBC Caribbean launches Business Banking Digital Client Onboarding
Caribbean – Regional bank CIBC Caribbean recently launched its new Business Banking Digital Client Onboarding (DCO) feature, a modern, mobile‑first solution that allows small entrepreneurs to open business banking accounts entirely online… more
ECTEL Survey Highlights Digital Transformation Trends Across the Eastern Caribbean
Caribbean – On Wednesday, January 28th the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) officially launched the findings of its Digital Inclusion Survey, providing critical insights into the state of access, affordability, usage, and digital skills across its Contracting States… more
Rutty: AI cannot replace the authentic Cayman experience
Cayman Islands – Deputy Premier and Minister of Tourism and Trade Development Gary Rutty has rejected suggestions that artificial intelligence threatens Cayman’s tourism industry, arguing instead that AI offers a meaningful opportunity to modernise and strengthen the sector… more
Liberty Business launches in Grenada
Grenada – Liberty Business, formerly Cable & Wireless Business and partner company of Flow Grenada, officially launched on 5 February at the Grenada Trade Centre, unveiling its new regional brand and expanding a suite of digital solutions for Caribbean businesses… more
High-Resolution Data training at PRAIS 4 Workshop in Grenada
Guyana – Geographic Information System (GIS) and land experts from Caribbean Small Island Developing States (CSIDS) recently participated in specialised training on high-resolution data and tools for the 2026 Reporting on Performance Review and Assessment of Implementation System (PRAIS 4)… more
Pres. Ali touts fully digitised GPF
Guyana – President Irfaan Ali on Wednesday touted the full digitisation of the Guyana Police Force (GPF), revealing that he has advised the attorney general and judiciary to examine the necessary legislation to do so… more
Apeiron Digital Pro appoints interim CEO as founder transitions to chairman role
Jamaica – Apeiron Digital Pro Ltd (ADP), a growing digital media and communications company, has announced the appointment of Winston Wilkins as Interim Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately… more
GCT to be imposed on digital services and intangibles supplied from overseas – Williams
Jamaica – The imposition of General Consumption Tax (GCT) on digital services and intangibles is estimated to raise $300 million in revenue for the Government in the 2026/27 fiscal year and $4.2 billion in 2027/28… more
Preparing your business digitally for Carnival week
Trinidad and Tobago – Carnival week represents one of the most intense and compressed economic periods in T&T’s calendar. In a matter of days, tens of thousands of visitors arrive, spending at a pace that far exceeds a normal business cycle. For local businesses, Carnival is not just a cultural celebration — it is a short, high-velocity commercial window… more
Friday, 13 February 2026
BTL’s Acquisition of Speednet Paused by Government
Belize – During the first sitting of the House of Representatives for the year on Thursday, February 6th, Prime Minister Honourable John Briceño announced that the proposed acquisition of Speednet/SMART by Belize Telemedia Limited (BTL) has been paused. He said that before negotiations continue, the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) must be involved… more
COMMENTARY: Radio and Artificial Intelligence
Caribbean – Do you have a physical radio at home? In a rapidly changing world underpinned by artificial intelligence, the radio is often dismissed as old- fashioned and obsolete. Yet for more than a century, radio has been a powerful medium, uniting people across borders, cultures, and generations… more
Biometrics rollout to boost teachers’ accountability, not punish them – Min. Parag
Guyana – Minister of Education, Sonia Parag on Wednesday explained that the biometrics attendance system the ministry is introducing in schools is not a punishment measure for teachers, but rather to ensure accountability and better results… more
Digitalised news and shift to online advertising major reasons for Stabroek News’ closure – Editor-in-Chief
Guyana – The impact of digitalised social media delivery of news, a shift of advertising to online platforms as well as the political environment to a lesser extent have conspired to force the independent privately-owned Stabroek News newspaper to close operations next month after 39 years, Editor-in-Chief Anand Persaud said on Friday… more
AI, jobs, and Jamaica
Jamaica – The recent Jamaica Observer commentary on “AI’s threat to labour” raises fair questions — questions many Jamaicans are already asking at home and at work. Artificial intelligence (AI) is moving quickly. Some tasks will change, some roles will shrink, and new roles will emerge… more
Consumer Affairs to Launch Smart Shopper App; Immediate Ticketing Begins Feb. 18
Saint Kitts and Nevis – That was Paul Queeley , Director of the St. Kitts Department of Consumer Affairs speaking about the new SKN Smart Shopper mobile app and website set to launch on Wednesday, February 18th, 2026, marking a major step in consumer protection and digital transformation… more
Saturday, 14 February 2026
Digital banking platform for small businesses
Barbados – CIBC Caribbean has just launched its Business Banking Digital Client Onboarding (DCO) feature, which it says is a modern, mobile first solution that allows small entrepreneurs to open business banking accounts entirely online… more
Samsung highlights AI camera features ahead of Galaxy launch
Caribbean – Samsung Electronics is promoting artificial intelligence features in its latest smartphones as a way to improve photo and video capture at large public events such as Jamaica’s carnival, as competition intensifies in the AI-driven handset market… more
E-ticket system works without bias – Walrond
Guyana – Minister of Home Affairs Oneidge Walrond yesterday defended the integrity of the electronic traffic enforcement system… more
Online portal launched to fast-track local content certification
Guyana – The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) on Friday launched a new online service to process local content certificates in a more timely manner… more
Digital Tax concerns raised
Jamaica – The Ministry of Finance is being urged to provide clarity on the plan to introduce a tax on digital services and intangibles that are provided by international entities and are accessed locally by Jamaicans… more
Sunday, 15 February 2026
Flow empowers Welches Primary students with a Safer Internet Day session
Barbados – A team from Flow paid a special visit to students at Welches Primary School last week, ahead of Safer Internet Day, to discuss safe and responsible internet use and reinforce the importance of smart digital choices from an early age… more
Adrian Dunkley | Caribbean governments are buying AI they cannot use
Caribbean – The region ranks near the bottom of global AI readiness. Spending is accelerating anyway. A free assessment programme wants to stop the waste before it starts… more
AI is giving Guyanese entrepreneurs the advantage many desperately need
Guyana – In the busy markets of Georgetown and across the growing network of small enterprises across Guyana’s regions, a quiet transformation is slowly taking place… more
The ECT Act 2023 – Codes of conduct and standards for intermediaries and e-commerce service providers
Guyana – The Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 2023 (the ECT Act) grants the subject minister (likely the Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce) the power to create and enforce a code of ethics for intermediaries and e-commerce service providers (see section 60 [1]) of the ECT Act… more
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