A roundup of the latest ICT/technology news from across the Caribbean region for the period Monday, 6 July to Sunday, 12 July 2026.
Monday, 6 July 2026
URCA backs Cable, BTC on local satellite ‘contact’
Bahamas – Regulators have accepted arguments from Cable Bahamas and the Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) that they should retain the power to mandate that satellite operators appoint a local representative over the latter industry’s opposition… more
Regional leaders to chart a shared vision for responsible artificial intelligence in the Caribbean
Caribbean – Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping economies and societies worldwide. For the Caribbean, AI presents significant opportunities to improve public services, strengthen disaster resilience, drive innovation, build digital skills and enhance regional competitiveness. However, achieving these benefits requires coordinated policies, strong governance and regional collaboration… more
The Caribbean’s Most Powerful ICT Event Is Coming to Punta Cana
Caribbean – CANTO, the Caribbean’s premier telecommunications and ICT trade association, proudly announces its 41st Annual Conference and Trade Exhibition, to be held at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, from August 9–12, 2026. Themed “Elevate the Caribbean: From Connectivity to Global Competitiveness,” the event signals a bold and forward-looking vision for the region’s digital future — one that moves beyond connectivity as an infrastructure goal and positions the Caribbean as a globally competitive digital economy… more
UWI, Caribbean Telecommunications Union sign agreement to advance regional digital development
Caribbean – The University of the West Indies (UWI) and the Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU) have taken a major step toward expanding regional cooperation on digital transformation by signing a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening policy development, research and capacity building across the Caribbean… more
Social media ban debated in first ever Summer Youth Parliament
Cayman Islands – Potential politicians of the future debated one of the hot topics of the day at the first-ever summer meeting of the Cayman Islands Youth Parliament… more
Dutch Gambling Ruling Carries Major Implications for Curaçao’s Online Gaming Industry
Curaçao – A recent Dutch Supreme Court ruling could have significant implications for Curaçao’s online gaming industry, where many international gambling operators have historically been licensed or operated through Curaçao-based corporate structures… more
Indotel begins process to launch Cybersecurity Assistance Center
Dominican Republic – The Dominican Institute of Telecommunications (Indotel) announced the launch of the procurement and contracting process to implement the Cybersecurity Assistance Center, a service designed to guide, accompany, and assist Dominican citizens in the event of digital incidents… more
The real challenge is forming digital citizens
Jamaica – THE EDITOR, Madam: The call by Dr Christopher Tufton for greater protection of children online, and Termario Daniels’ article ‘Why blocking social media won’t protect children’, are both welcome. Together, they move Jamaica towards a necessary national conversation. Yet, the debate should advance one step further… more
UNESCO Launches Report to Tackle AI-Enabled Gender-Based Violence in Jamaica
Jamaica – On 29–30 June 2026, the UNESCO Office for the Caribbean launched the report on artificial intelligence (AI) and gender equality entitled “Blocking is NOT Enough,” while opening an important conversation on AI-enabled online violence and technology-facilitated gender-based violence… more
Tuesday, 7 July 2026
Barbados advances digital health transformation through Public Health Datathon
Barbados – he Ministry of Health and Wellness’ Surveillance Unit, with support from the Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO), took another important step toward strengthening Barbados’ health information systems by hosting a one-day Public Health Datathon focused on improving the integration, exchange and use of health data… more
Central Bank warns public about fraudulent WhatsApp calls
Barbados – The Central Bank of Barbados is aware of WhatsApp calls displaying the Bank’s logo and falsely claiming to be associated with the bank and BiMPay. The calls reportedly originated from numbers with a Pakistani country code (+92)… more
Flow welcomes students to Summer Internship Programme
Barbados – Flow continues to invest in the next generation of professionals with the launch of its 2026 Summer Internship Programme… more
Work from home: Halo BPO is hiring Belizeans
Belize – Belizeans looking for a fresh opportunity, take note. Halo BPO is growing its team and is now hiring remote sales agents for its latest campaign, giving locals the chance to earn from the comfort of their own homes… more
Caribbean AI Forum to focus on governance, innovation and digital transformation
Caribbean – Regional policymakers, technology experts, academics and private sector leaders will gather here later this month for the inaugural Caribbean AI Forum 2026 (CAIF 2026), aimed at advancing a coordinated Caribbean approach to artificial intelligence and digital transformation… more
Liberty Caribbean returns as headline sponsor of CANTO’s 41st Annual Conference & Trade Exhibition
Caribbean – Liberty Caribbean has announced its return as Headline Sponsor of the 41st CANTO Annual Conference & Trade Exhibition, marking the fifth consecutive year the company has served as the event’s principal sponsor. The conference will be held from August 9–12, 2026, at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic… more
Indotel announces Cybersecurity Assistance Center for digital crime victims
Dominican Republic – The Dominican Telecommunications Institute (Indotel) has launched the procurement process to establish a Cybersecurity Assistance Center that will provide guidance and support to citizens affected by digital security incidents… more
Guyana to soon deploy AI-driven platform to boost pharmaceutical-supply management
Guyana – GUYANA to soon introduce an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered inventory platform, and continue and expand the use of drones to deliver emergency medicines to remote communities as part of a major push to modernise Guyana’s public health system, President Dr Irfaan Ali has said… more
AI increasing demand for human skills as Jamaica prepares for workplace transformation — PwC
Jamaica – As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to transform workplaces globally, Jamaican businesses are being urged to rethink how they develop talent and prepare for the evolving labour market… more
Global Services Industry urges national action to safeguard Jamaica’s competitive edge
Jamaica – The Global Services Association of Jamaica (GSAJ) is urging bold national action to strengthen Jamaica’s competitiveness in the global services market, warning that increasing international competition has contributed to the loss of approximately 15,000 jobs since the sector’s post-COVID peak, as major global companies shifted operations to more competitive and favourable locations… more
Ambassador Tao says e-ID distribution will be rolled out soon
Saint Kitts and Nevis – Taiwanese Ambassador to St. Kitts and Nevis, H.E. Edward Tao, reaffirmed Taiwan’s strict commitment to supporting the Federation’s digital transformation, stating that Taiwan will continue assisting St. Kitts and Nevis in building a robust digital government centred on a diversified digital economy and public services to enhance the overall well-being of its citizens… more
Media InSite marks 15 years of turning data into strategic intelligence
Trinidad and Tobago – Media monitoring company Media InSite is marking its 15th anniversary as a decision intelligence business, building on a journey that has taken it from tracking advertisements in Trinidad and Tobago to providing strategic media analysis across 22 Caribbean markets… more
Wednesday, 8 July 2026
AI era forces rethink of jobs training, hiring
Barbados – Artificial intelligence has arrived in the Caribbean workplace, and Barbadian organisations must quickly adjust how they train, recruit and manage staff if they are to remain competitive over the next decade. according to human resource leaders, launching a major industry conference… more
We must prepare for AI, says Nicholls
Barbados – The world of work is changing rapidly and Government must be prepared to adapt so that the rights of Barbadians, including their incomes, are protected… more
McDonald Cyberbullying Case Heads to High Court
Belize – Nichole McDonald remains behind bars tonight, and her cyberbullying case against former Commissioner of Police Chester Williams is now headed toward the High Court… more
The new digital strategy for the AI economy
Caribbean – MOST Caribbean businesses have no idea the Internet fundamentally changed this year. Not another social media trend. Not a new app. The Internet itself… more
AI increasing demand for human skills – PWC
Jamaica – As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to transform workplaces globally, Jamaican businesses are being urged to rethink how they develop talent and prepare for the evolving labour market. According to PricewaterhouseCoopers’ (PwC) 2026 AI Jobs Barometer, AI is reshaping the skills employers value most… more
Thursday, 9 July 2026
IT specialist wants national conversation on AI adoption
Bahamas – An information technology (IT) specialist wants a national conversation on artificial intelligence (AI) adoption in the country… more
Minister signs MOUs with tech-forward nations
Bahamas – The Bahamas is set to deepen its digital transformation agenda through new technical partnerships with two of the world’s leading digital governments, after Minister of Innovation and National Development Sebas Bastian secured agreements in principle during a working visit to Geneva, the Ministry of Innovation and National Development said in a statement released yesterday… more
QEH pharmacy ‘back to normal’ after digital system transition
Barbados – The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) has said its pharmacy has returned to normal service levels after disruptions caused by the introduction of a new digital system… more
Smart Stream Fallout Clouds Military Feeding Program
Belize – Prime Minister John Briceño is now conceding that government’s bidding and procurement system has cracks, and the Smart Stream invoice leak has put those weaknesses on full display. Hundreds of sub-ten-thousand-dollar invoices have raised fresh questions about how contracts are being handled, even as the PM insists that members of the armed forces are being fed better than ever before… more
Digicel, LoopUp partner to bring Microsoft Teams telephony to the Caribbean
Caribbean – The partnership gives Digicel enterprise customers a fully managed Microsoft Teams Phone service across the Caribbean, replacing legacy physical business phone systems with cloud-based calling integrated directly into Teams for a simpler and more cost-effective Microsoft-certified Operator Connect approach… more
Future Caribbean launches agentic AI build-a-thon
Caribbean – A call is being made for the Caribbean’s brightest minds in the sphere of technology to come together to help the region achieve its true potential… more
ID card programme expands to permanent residents and dependents
Cayman Islands – The Cayman Islands government’s national digital identity programme has entered its next phase, with eligibility for My eID expanding to permanent residents and eligible dependents from 1 July… more
Take-up of My eID cards slow but availability expands
Cayman Islands – Almost 18 months after a limited pilot launch of the My eID cards, followed by a full launch to all Caymanians in January this year, the Department of eGovernment (eGov) has announced that the cards are now available to all permanent residents, with or without the right to work, as well as dependents who meet the qualifications to be registered under the Identification Register Act, 2025… more
SVB Pushes Digital Transformation as Employer Portal and Online Services Expand
Curaçao – The Social Insurance Bank (SVB) continued its digital transformation in 2025 with the launch of a new employer portal, a redesigned website and preparations for online pension services… more
Sarah: AI must help parliament ask better questions, not more questions
Sint Maarten – President of Parliament Sarah Wescot-Williams says the unprecedented use of artificial intelligence during Parliament’s review of the 2026 national budget should serve as a learning opportunity to strengthen parliamentary oversight, with the focus on asking better questions rather than simply more questions… more
Friday, 10 July 2026
Drone Regulations Delayed Until July Thirtieth
Belize – The Belize Department of Civil Aviation is giving itself more time to finalize the next draft of its proposed drone regulations. The department says the revised draft Unmanned Aircraft Systems Regulations were expected on June thirtieth, but that release has now been pushed back to July thirtieth… more
Digital overhaul making US passport renewals easier
Cayman Islands – The US State Department is modernising its passport renewal system by replacing paper-based processes with digital services. Although the changes are more limited for Cayman-based US citizens and dual citizens, they point to a future of simpler passport renewals for Americans and potentially Americans overseas… more
Curaçao Advances Plans for Digital Identity System to Modernize Government Services
Curaçao – Curaçao is taking another step toward the digital transformation of its public services by developing a national digital identity system that will eventually allow residents to securely access government services and personal government information online… more
Free Wi-Fi on all ABC buses
Curaçao – Passengers travelling with “Autobus Bedrijf Curaçao” (ABC) can now enjoy free internet access, following the launch of complimentary Wi-Fi on all its 34 buses… more
From infrastructure to digital economy: China and Guyana pave way for deeper bilateral ties
Guyana – To mark a dual celebration of national and political milestones, diplomats, statesmen, and political figures gathered at the Red House on Wednesday, July 8 to commemorate both the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and the 60th Anniversary of Guyana’s Independence… more
Today is deadline for public input on Jamaica’s cryptocurrency rules
Jamaica – Friday is the deadline for stakeholders and members of the public to submit their views on how cryptocurrencies and other virtual assets should be regulated in Jamaica… more
Yoni Epstein sets out plans as new head of GSAJ
Jamaica – The new president of the Global Services Association of Jamaica (GSAJ), Yoni Epstein, says boosting the competitiveness of the business process outsourcing sector will be his top priority… more
The data privacy issues in TT’s national ID platform
Trinidad and Tobago – Jamaican digital privacy expert Chukwuemeka Cameron published this assessment of procurement specification issues in Trinidad and Tobago’s identity platform strategy on his LinkedIn profile on July 07, 2026. It is reproduced here with his permission… more
Saturday, 11 July 2026
KM2 Solutions Barbados marks 19 years
Barbados – For 19 years, KM2 Solutions Barbados has been setting the standard for customer service excellence in the Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) industry… more
The poison online
Guyana – The internet has become Guyana’s largest public square. Every day thousands of Guyanese debate politics, race, religion and national issues across Facebook, TikTok, WhatsApp, YouTube and other social media platforms. It has given ordinary citizens a powerful voice. But with that power, has come a dangerous abuse that is steadily poisoning public discourse… more
Jamaica: Industry leaders say AI will boost, not replace, global services jobs
Jamaica – Senior Vice President and country manager for Jamaica at the Washington-based Ibex, Phil Taylor, says workers in the global services industry are being assured that artificial intelligence (AI) is designed to enhance productivity rather than replace jobs… more
Sunday, 12 July 2026
Innovation: More than half of Dominican households now have internet access, but significant disparities remain.
Dominican Republic – The ENHOGAR 2025 report confirms that more than half of Dominican households have internet access, reflecting a significant advance in the country’s digital inclusion… more
Flow removes charges after post-paid service dispute
Jamaica – Dear Claudienne, I am disputing bills sent to my e-mail for post-paid services that I never received… more
How should business and government embrace AI
Trinidad and Tobago – On June 30, at a keynote presentation and panel discussion on the topic “From Hype to Impact – Making the Business Case for AI and Innovation – A Conversation Among CEOs” hosted by the American Chamber of Commerce (TT Chapter), the conversation was no longer about why AI, but how… more
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