A roundup of the latest ICT/technology news from across the Caribbean region for the period Monday, 13 April to Sunday, 19 April 2026.
Monday, 13 April 2026
Barbados to make licence applications digital
Barbados – Deputy Prime Minister Santia Bradshaw has announced a major push to modernise government services, revealing that licence applications and payments will soon be fully electronic as part of a broader digital transformation agenda… more
Cyber Threats, Climate Impacts, Internet Sovereignty: CaribNOG 31 Takes It All On
Caribbean – The Caribbean Network Operators Group (CaribNOG) will return to Kingston for its 31st meeting on April 14–16 at The Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in Kingston, bringing together the region’s network engineers, internet service providers, cybersecurity professionals, and policymakers for three days of technical collaboration and strategic discussion. The event takes place under the theme “Resilient Archipelago: Strengthening the Caribbean’s Digital Core”… more
The state of ransomware in the Caribbean
Caribbean – On April 06, a week ago, Shiva Parasram of the Computer Forensics and Security Institute (CFSI) issued a report on Ransomware for 2025 covering his findings across the Caribbean with a focus on Caricom… more
Digicel and Logic report network outages
Cayman Islands – Customers of internet providers Digicel and Logic were without service for part of Sunday afternoon, 12 April… more
AI & The Future of Work Conference offers insights from diverse industry experts
Jamaica – Organisers of the AI & The Future of Work Conference, scheduled for Wednesday, April 23, 2026, at the AC Hotel Kingston, have called on the expertise of Jamaicans with diverse experiences and perspectives on artificial intelligence (AI)… more
Women in AI panel discussion on April 23
Trinidad and Tobago – As careers continue to develop in ICT (Information Communication Technology), there is a need to bridge the gender divide. According to the World Economic Forum report, Gender Parity in the Intelligent Age: March 2025, these numbers are still low… more
Tuesday, 14 April 2026
Government Introduces Email System for License Plate Requests to Reduce Long Wait Times
Curaçao – The government of Curaçao has introduced a new application procedure allowing motorists to request license plates by email, following ongoing complaints about long waiting times and overcrowding at distribution points… more
ICT Authority Marks First Anniversary with Bold Vision for Digitally Connected Public Sector
Jamaica – The Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Authority celebrated its first anniversary on April 10 with a media launch at its Old Hope Road offices in St. Andrew, using the milestone to unveil a bold vision for a more connected and efficient public sector… more
ICT Authority to Pilot Innovation to Reduce Bureaucracy
Jamaica – The Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Authority, in collaboration with the World Bank, will pilot a once-only zero-bureaucracy principle as the Government continues its thrust to improve efficiency… more
St. Maartener earns PhD with AI project to help people with severe mental illness
Sint Maarten – Local St. Maartener Lorenzo Joël James has earned his Doctor (PhD) in Information Systems after successfully defending his doctoral thesis on March 3, 2026… more
Wednesday, 15 April 2026
APUA goes tech: New system to fix national water woes
Antigua and Barbuda – The Minister responsible for Information, Communication Technologies, Utilities and Energy said that the Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA) is currently undergoing its most intensive period of activity in over five decades… more
Complaint Raises Concerns Over Responsible Gambling Practices in Online Casino Sector
Curaçao – A detailed complaint submitted to multiple regulatory bodies and industry watchdogs has raised serious concerns about potential violations of responsible gambling rules by online casino operators, including practices that could affect vulnerable players… more
No tax or health data stored on digital ID – Commissioner clarifies
Guyana – Contrary to public concerns, the government says the digital ID card will not store tax, health, or financial records… more
Cash is still king
Jamaica – CASH remains firmly in control of Jamaica’s payments system, with withdrawals rising far faster than electronic transactions even as digital networks continue to expand… more
Jamaican AI loading
Jamaica – A new locally built artificial intelligence platform, Maestro AI, is now entering its final phase of testing, with its creators signalling ambitions not only for national impact, but also regional expansion and a future public listing to support growth… more
Port Authority shelves BPO asset listing
Jamaica – The Port Authority of Jamaica (PAJ) has shelved its planned listing of its business process outsourcing (BPO) assets on the Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE) due to prevailing market conditions… more
SMA reinforces commitment to Caribbean digital resilience and regional collaboration
Jamaica – The Spectrum Management Authority (SMA) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing digital resilience across Jamaica and the wider Caribbean, underscoring the importance of coordinated regional action, strong spectrum governance and continued investment in technical capacity… more
National Biometric Passport Program Launches April 20
Saint Kitts and Nevis – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis is modernising its passport system with the launch of a national biometric enrollment programme… more
AMCHAM, UWI partner for AI acceleration
Trinidad and Tobago – The American Chamber of Commerce of Trinidad and Tobago (AMCHAM T&T) has signed a strategic agreement with the Artificial Intelligence Innovation Centre (AIIC) at the University of the West Indies, St Augustine campus, in a move aimed at accelerating artificial intelligence adoption and policy development across Trinidad and Tobago and the wider Caribbean… more
Thursday, 16 April 2026
Bahamian entrepreneur launches “Island Budget” fintech app to simplify personal finance management across mobile platforms
Bahamas – A 24-year-old Bahamian entrepreneur has entered the fintech space with the launch of a new all-in-one budgeting app designed to simplify how users manage their money… more
Double Standards Alleged in BTL Severance
Belize – Questions of fairness and double standards in severance payouts are once again front and center, this time at Belize Telemedia Limited. After outrage over generous exit packages for senior managers at BEL, attention is now shifting to BTL, where former employees say they’re being denied benefits they rightfully earned… more
Quiet Work Between Storms: Growing Caribbean Internet Resilience
Caribbean – A self-organised, multilingual community of Caribbean technical volunteers who have been quietly building the region’s critical internet infrastructure for almost two decades. Connecting across borders, language barriers, and jurisdictional boundaries, they have done it consistently, without fanfare, and with results that speak for themselves… more
Digital Resilience Key to Caribbean Stability – Minister Vaz
Jamaica – Minister of Energy, Transport and Telecommunications, Hon. Daryl Vaz, has underscored that resilient digital infrastructure in the Caribbean is no longer optional but fundamental to national development, security, and economic stability… more
UCC Business Model Competition crowns Calvero MC top winner among five AI-Driven ventures
Jamaica – The University of the Commonwealth Caribbean (UCC) Business Development and Consulting Institute (BDCI) hosted its annual Business Model Competition on Friday, April 10, 2026, at its Worthington Avenue campus. The event featured a panel discussion and business pitch competition focused on the future of entrepreneurship through the integration of artificial intelligence… more
New Biometric Passport System Introduced in St. Kitts and Nevis
Saint Kitts and Nevis – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has launched a National Biometric Enrolment and Passport Modernization Programme, marking a major step toward strengthening border security and aligning with global travel standards… more
AMCHAMTT + UWI sign MOU for AI development
Trinidad and Tobago – The American Chamber of Commerce of Trinidad and Tobago (AMCHAM T&T) and the Artificial Intelligence Innovation Centre (AIIC) at The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, today formalized a strategic partnership with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the AIIC… more
Deepfakes, AI fuel new wave of cyber attacks on businesses
Trinidad and Tobago – Business owners are being urged to strengthen their cybersecurity defences as increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks—driven by artificial intelligence and deepfake technology—pose a growing threat to operations and financial stability… more
Friday, 17 April 2026
Local tech innovator prepares to represent A&B in US fellowship
Antigua and Barbuda – The Founder and Managing Director of Cyber Hawk Solutions Software Agency, Canice James will travel to the USA on Sunday where he will participate in the 2026 Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) Fellowship… more
Fusion Superplex hit by cyberattack, ticketing taken offline
Bahamas – Fusion Superplex says it is “not going anywhere” as it confirmed in a statement that it was recently targeted in a cyberattack that disrupted several of its core systems, including ticketing and internal operations… more
Belizean Girls Step Up to Lead in Tech
Belize – Belizean girls are stepping into tech with confidence, as the “Lead Like a Girl” initiative returns bigger and more energetic in its fourth year… more
Better Late: A Jamaican Internet Infrastructure Story
Jamaica – When the Internet goes down, everything stops. Mobile banking fails. Patients lose access to telehealth. E-learning shutters. Tax systems go analog. Emergency coordination goes dark. Wantee wantee no gettee… more
Public Servants in Cybersecurity Workshop
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines – Public Servants in St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG), have been sharpening their awareness and knowledge on cybersecurity issues… more
Saturday, 18 April 2026
Artificial intelligence one-minute analysis of X-Rays, other medical images now available
Guyana – Guyana has introduced an artificial intelligence (AI) tool that analyses X-rays, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT) scans in one minute, President Irfaan Ali said on Friday… more
CaribNOG 32 Coming to Curaçao in October
Caribbean – The Caribbean Network Operators Group (CaribNOG) will hold its 32nd regional gathering in Willemstad, Curaçao, October 7-9, 2026. CaribNOG co-founder Bevil Wooding said the meeting represents an inflection point… more
Contract Signed for Electronic Immunisation Registry Software
Jamaica – Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, on Friday (April 17) signed a contract for the software that will be used in the implementation of the Electronic Immunisation Registry (EIR) Project… more
Jamaica Diaspora Conference to Harness AI for Seamless Connections
Jamaica – The 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference, scheduled for June 14 to 18 at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James, will integrate artificial intelligence (AI) technology to create more seamless connections between participants and exhibitors… more
MICO University sets stage for National AI and Innovation Summit
Jamaica – The Mico University College is moving to help strengthen Jamaica’s position in the global digital economy with the staging of the Innovation with and for a Purpose (IP) Summit 2026, set for May 25–27 in Trelawny… more
Nevis Historical & Conservation Society Advances National Archives Digitization
Saint Kitts and Nevis – A major cultural preservation milestone has been announced by the Nevis Historical & Conservation Society (NHCS), following the securing of US$52,000 to digitise the island’s archival heritage… more
New Proton X50 brings AI safety tech to vehicle market
Trinidad and Tobago – ANSA Motors is hopeful that advanced AI-driven safety features introduced in its new Proton X50 could help influence safer driving behaviour on Trinidad and Tobago’s roads… more
Sunday, 19 April 2026
‘Protection of citizens’ personal data not optional’ – APNU
Guyana – A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) on Friday said that the protection of citizens’ personal data is not optional. As a result, the party is calling for the implementation of a data protection framework to ensure protection… more
Can AI Agents be Jamaica’s Artemis Mission to Prosperity?
Jamaica – Jamaica does not have the luxury of fearing advanced artificial intelligence. More than any algorithm, we should fear being poor, vulnerable, inefficient, and leaving an inheritance of indebtedness for future generations… more
Flow bills customer for service never received
Jamaica – Dear Claudienne, I am writing to seek your assistance regarding a billing dispute with Flow Jamaica… more
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