A roundup of the latest ICT/technology news from across the Caribbean region for the period Monday, 20 July to Sunday, 26 July 2026.
Monday, 20 July 2026
Digital booking guide launch for Bahamas fly-fishing tours
Bahamas – A digital guide that allows travellers to book guided outdoor tours in The Bahamas, such as bonefishing, has officially been launched… more
Why Barbados built an instant payment system, and why the Central Bank had to do it
Barbados – On June 12, 2026 the Central Bank switched off the payment system this country had run on for a generation, and switched on another. That was a deliberate choice, and it is worth explaining why we made it… more
Esports event blending sport, technology and entertainment carded for Portsmouth in August
Dominica – The Portsmouth Bombers Football Club (Bombers FC) has announced that it will partner with NSE Night Club to host the Bombers FC EGame Challenge 2026, an outdoor esports event featuring EA SPORTS FC 26, on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at Benjamin Park in Portsmouth… more
The data centre dilemma
Trinidad and Tobago – The conversation stirred by the government’s announcement that it had signed Memorandums of Understanding for the development of two data centres in Trinidad and Tobago has been…lively… more
Tuesday, 21 July 2026
Cable: Dismiss ‘meritless’ piracy lawsuit from PBS
Bahamas – Cable Bahamas is urging the south Florida federal court to dismiss a top US public service broadcaster’s “meritless” piracy claim on multiple grounds – including that it has failed to prove copyright ownership in almost 79 percent of the alleged violations cited… more
CARICOM digital TVET project strengthens region’s readiness for the digital economy
Caribbean – A regional initiative aimed at modernizing technical and vocational education across the Caribbean has come to a successful close, leaving behind a sustainable framework to support digital learning and strengthen workforce development throughout the region… more
CXC® Introduces Reforms to SBA Framework
Caribbean – The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC®) has announced major reforms to its School-Based Assessment (SBA) framework, aimed at strengthening assessment integrity across Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination® (CAPE®) and Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate® (CSEC®) examinations, in response to the rapid rise of Generative AI and other technological innovations… more
ECCB Says 90% Money Laundering Cases Linked to Cyber Fraud
Caribbean – As much as 90% of money laundering cases worldwide are now linked to cyber-enabled fraud, according to the Financial Action Task Force (FATF)… more
CayMind helpline operating again after technical issue
Cayman Islands – The CayMind mental health helpline is back in operation after a technical issue with a mobile phone provider caused a recent interruption, according to the service’s founder, community psychiatric nurse Dympna Carten… more
Building a just and equitable Global AI Governance System
Grenada – Major changes unseen in a century are accelerating, and the world has entered an unprecedented period of active innovation on AI technologies. This carries within it great opportunities as well as challenges to governance… more
Amber OnTime and Visual Vibe launch strategic partnership to bring taxi booking kiosks, in-vehicle media and a new advertising network across Jamaica
Jamaica – Amber Group’s ride-hailing service, Amber OnTime, and Visual Vibe Limited have announced a strategic partnership that will introduce self-service taxi booking kiosks and a nationwide in-vehicle digital media network across Jamaica, creating a new technology-driven advertising platform for businesses while enhancing the transportation experience for commuters… more
JMMB joins Jamaica’s Transition from Cheques to Electronic Payments
Jamaica – JMMB is encouraging clients to begin preparing for the gradual reduction and eventual elimination of cheque payments as Jamaica’s financial sector continues its transition toward safer, faster and more efficient electronic payment methods… more
Wednesday, 22 July 2026
Court Allows MCB to Dismiss IT Employee After Dispute Over Return to Office
Curaçao – The Court of First Instance has ruled that Maduro & Curiel’s Bank (MCB) may terminate the employment of a senior IT employee who refused to return to the office following the death of his mother, concluding that the employment relationship had become irreparably damaged. The court awarded the employee gross compensation of XCG 225,000… more
Digital pact between Curaçao and Aruba
Curaçao – Curaçao and Aruba will collaborate more closely in the field of government and education digitalisation… more
GK Capital launches AI investment research platform
Jamaica – GK Capital Management Limited has launched an artificial intelligence-powered research platform giving Jamaican investors access to live stock market data, company analysis, global bond research and economic information in one place… more
ICSL secures regional NETinfo banking partnership
Jamaica – Jamaican technology company Innovative Corporate Solutions Limited (ICSL) has been appointed an exclusive implementation partner for NETinfo’s digital banking platform, targeting commercial banks, credit unions and other financial institutions across the Caribbean… more
SMMC Launches New Website www.smgh.sx.
Sint Maarten – As part of its transition to the new St. Maarten General Hospital (SMGH), St. Maarten Medical Center (SMMC) has announced the launch of its new website, www.SMGH.sx… more
Thursday, 23 July 2026
Social Media Lawsuit Collides with Push for Digital Media Regulation
Belize – A High Court defamation case and a proposed overhaul of Belize’s broadcasting laws are converging around one central issue: who should be held accountable for what is said online? … more
Caribbean AI Forum opens with focus on Regional Cooperation and responsible AI development
Caribbean – The Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU) says the region must work together to ensure artificial intelligence (AI) is developed and adopted in a responsible way that supports innovation, resilience and economic growth… more
Cross-Border Payments become a battleground for loyalty in Latin America and the Caribbean, Mastercard and FXC Intelligence research shows
Caribbean – Cross-border payments are becoming the first point of fragmentation in banking relationships across Latin America and the Caribbean, as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) increasingly reallocate international payment flows in search of greater predictability, transparency, and operational efficiency. New research from Mastercard, developed in partnership with FXC Intelligence, the leading provider of cross-border payments data and intelligence, shows that SME cross-border payments represent a significant and growing opportunity in Latin America and the Caribbean. Bank and payment company revenues from servicing these transactions are estimated at approximately US$23 billion annually… more
About those AI data centres
Trinidad and Tobago – The conversation around artificial intelligence data centres in Trinidad and Tobago has been amusing, to say the least. It is amusing because much of the population has jumped straight to the end of the story without paying attention to the process required to get there… more
Second TSTT director resigns
Trinidad and Tobago – The Telecommunications Services of Trinidad and Tobago (TSTT) board has lost a second director in three weeks, leaving it with just three members… more
Friday, 24 July 2026
Data centres for The Bahamas?
Bahamas – IN recent times, there has been much debate about the establishment and operations of massive Data Centers all over the world, but especially over in the USA. In a nutshell, Data Centres are specially designed and constructed buildings where huge amounts of data and information are stored on drives and servers… more
Belize Looks to Go Green and Digital Through UNIDO Partnership
Belize – Belize is exploring new opportunities to grow its industries, embrace technology, and build a greener economy after taking part in a major regional conference in Uruguay… more
Proposed Broadcasting Law Draws Fire from Online Creators
Belize – A proposed Broadcasting Bill that would extend Belize’s broadcasting framework to certain online media services is drawing criticism from a growing number of stakeholders, including Orson Elrington, who warn that aspects of the legislation could threaten freedom of expression and create unnecessary barriers for online creators and businesses… more
ChatGPT, Claude, or Copilot — which AI assistant does your small finance team actually need?
Caribbean – By now somebody has told you that your business needs AI… more
Breaking down AI investment into four layers
Cayman Islands – Twelve months ago, the AI conversation among clients centred almost entirely on semiconductors and data centres. Today it has matured into something more nuanced and, frankly, more investable… more
Visitor jailed for importing ATM scam machines
Cayman Islands – A 32-year-old visitor to the Cayman Islands was jailed for 18 weeks on Wednesday, having pleaded guilty to importing electronic machines that are used for bank and credit card scams. Halid Yuksel Aptula, a Bulgarian national, was stopped and searched by Customs and Border Control officers at Owen Roberts International Airport on 16 June… more
Foundation and Rema Uni Donate Computers to Give Underprivileged Students a Digital Boost
Curaçao – The Stichting Help de Schoolkinderen van Curaçao (Help the Schoolchildren of Curaçao Foundation) and Rema Uni have joined forces to provide dozens of underprivileged students with computers for use at home, aiming to improve digital access and create more equal educational opportunities for children across the island… more
WhatsApp Dominates Social Media Use as Digital Connectivity Continues to Grow in Curaçao
Curaçao – Social media has become an integral part of daily life in Curaçao, with more than three-quarters of the population actively using online platforms, according to the CBS Social Survey 2025… more
BPO’S US$220-M SLIDE
Jamaica – Key points: Local spending fell 22 per cent from about US$1 billion to US$780 million as another 5,000 jobs disappeared… more
Mock Parliament seeks tougher AI controls
Trinidad and Tobago – A proposal to introduce legislation imposing criminal penalties for the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) to commit fraud or create harmful deepfakes, along with fines for companies that fail to protect customers’ personal data, was presented yesterday during a sitting of the 2026 Cohort of the Young Women Empowered to Serve (YES) Leadership Programme in Parliament… more
Trinidad and Tobago signs regional cybersecurity partnership
Trinidad and Tobago – The Government of Trinidad and Tobago has signed a Letter of Intent with the Latin America and Caribbean Cyber Competence Centre (LAC4) to strengthen the country’s cybersecurity capabilities… more
TSTT board now has three directors
Trinidad and Tobago – The Telecommunications Services of Trinidad and Tobago (TSTT) has confirmed another change to its board of directors, with Nadira Parbhudial resigning effective July 22, reducing the majority state-owned telecommunications company’s board to three members… more
Saturday, 25 July 2026
Regional SMEs more willing to switch payment providers, says MasterCard
Caribbean – Cross-border payment services in Latin America and the Caribbean represent a US$23 billion annual revenue opportunity for banks and payment companies… more
American Airlines launches new digital tools to make bookings easier
Dominican Republic – American Airlines has launched new digital features designed to make every step of the travel process, from booking to airport transit, easier… more
TSTT posts strongest results in 17 years
Trinidad and Tobago – THE Telecommunications Services of Trinidad and Tobago Ltd (TSTT) and its subsidiary Amplia Communications Ltd yesterday posted their strongest financial performance in 17 years, reporting an after-tax profit of $214 million for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, a 103% increase over the previous year… more
Sunday, 26 July 2026
Survey finds Jamaicans scratching surface on AI usage
Jamaica – JAMAICANS are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to help with homework, write business plans, create marketing content, and support workplace tasks, but the technology remains significantly underutilised, with users tapping only a fraction of its capabilities, a local expert has said… more
T&T can become region’s data centre
Trinidad and Tobago – The conversations taking place in Trinidad and Tobago over data centres, digitisation and diversity are also happening across Latin America and the Caribbean, with governments grappling over how to modernise public services, attract investment, build digital infrastructure and prepare for an economy increasingly driven by data… more
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