Roundup: for the week ending 26 April 2026
A roundup of the latest ICT/technology news from across the Caribbean region for the period Monday, 20 April to Sunday, 26 April 2026.
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Category: ICT/Tech
The paradox of technological progress and environmental stewardship in 2026
As we celebrate Earth Day 2026 under the theme “Our Power, Our Planet,” we must confront the paradox of ICT. Although technology helps us lead more efficient and productive lives, it is also accelerating the decline of the planet. We discuss key current challenges and offer some practices that individuals and organisations can adopt.
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Beyond the headcount: Redefining the Caribbean’s outsourcing future
The global outsourcing playbook is being rewritten. As AI automates entry-level tasks, Caribbean countries must move beyond the call centre in order to remain relevant in the emerging dispensation. We outline a four-pronged strategy through which countries can redefine their outsourcing future.
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The digital dollar deadlock: JAM-DEX three years on
Three years since its launch, JAM-DEX remains at a crossroads. Although the digital currency is fully operational, it still accounts for only 0.1% of Jamaica’s total money in circulation. In this article, we dive into the current stalemate between the Central Bank and commercial institutions and revisit the five critical roadblocks we identified back in 2023 to see how much has actually changed.
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Embracing electronic signatures: Why Caribbean countries must adopt the paperless pivot
The Caribbean’s digital ceiling is still made of paper. With Jamaica recently launching its new e-transactions policy and other countries finally making longstanding laws truly functional, the region is at a tipping point. This article explores why adopting electronic signatures is the key to unlocking regional growth and staying competitive in 2026 and beyond.
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