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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240814
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240817
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SUMMARY:Forecast Conference 2024
DESCRIPTION:Under the 2020 Memorandum of Understanding signed by the University of Technology\, Jamaica (UTech\, Jamaica) and the University of the West Indies (UWI)\, the institutions “agreed to mutually cooperate to host the Frontiers of Research in Caribbean Science and Technology (FORECAST) Conference to strengthen scientific research in Jamaica and the region.” Executed jointly by the faculties with responsibility for Science and Technology\, the FORECAST Conference is convened biennially and offers multiple spaces for learning\, discussion\, training\, and presentations to foster new research and development opportunities. \nThe inaugural FORECAST Conference 2022 was successfully implemented virtually from August 10-12\, 2022. The UWI assumed the lead role for the 2022 undertaking and as agreed\, the University of Technology\, Jamaica serves as host of FORECAST 2024. The University of Guyana and University of Trinidad and Tobago will partner with UTech\, Jamaica\, and the UWI for the 2024 iteration of the FORECAST Conference to be held on August 14-16\, 2024 at UTech\, Jamaica’s Papine Campus. \n  \nREGISTER\n 
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/forecast-conference-2024/
LOCATION:University of Technology\, 237 Old Hope Road \, Kingston 6\, Jamaica
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,ICT/Tech,Jamaica
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240707
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240711
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T214054Z
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SUMMARY:CANTO's 39th Annual Conference & Trade Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:WELCOME TO CANTO 2024 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTowards A Sustainable Digital Economy! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCANTO’s 39th Annual Conference & Trade Exhibition\, Get Involved\, Engage and Influence the Region’s Digitalization Framework \nBe a part of the conversation at CANTO 2024\, where we explore strategies for telecommunications providers to leverage the opportunities in global digitization and sustainability trends. Join us for insightful discussions with industry thought leaders on this crucial topic. Reserve your spot at the event today! \n  \n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/cantos-39th-annual-conference-trade-exhibition/
CATEGORIES:Business-to-Business,Caribbean,ICT/Tech
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240514
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T213514Z
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SUMMARY:8th Caribbean ICT Regulators Forum
DESCRIPTION:Venue: Half Moon Hotel\, Jamaica\nThrough the kind support of the Commonwealth Secretariat\, the Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU) will be hosting the 8th Caribbean ICT Regulators Forum on May 13th\, 2024\, at the prestigious Half Moon Hotel in Montego Bay\, Jamaica. \nThis 8th Caribbean ICT Regulators Forum\, inter alia\, will examine a consultant’s report to advance planning for a harmonised ICT regulatory framework in support of the CARICOM Single ICT Space in addition to addressing other significant current developments and upcoming events. It also holds special significance as it will be held at the same venue and immediately preceding the inaugural Caribbean Spectrum Management Conference on May 14th-15th 2024\, and the Spectrum Management Task Force Meeting on May 16th 2024. These latter two events are being hosted by Jamaica’s Spectrum Management Authority and the conference is being organized in collaboration with Forum Global. \nThe CTU’s Regulators Forum serves as a vital platform for telecommunications/ICT regulators across the Caribbean region to convene\, share insights\, and collaborate on key issues shaping the telecommunications landscape. This 8th forum promises to be both informative and engaging\, providing participants with opportunities for dialogue\, knowledge exchange\, consensus building and networking. \n  \nREGISTER
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/8th-caribbean-ict-regulators-forum/
LOCATION:Half Moon Resort\, Rose Hall\, Montego Bay\, St James\, Jamaica
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,ICT/Tech,Regulation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240308
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
CREATED:20240115T191720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T214122Z
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SUMMARY:ICANN79 | San Juan Community Forum
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to ICANN79 | San Juan Community Forum. This six-day meeting will be focused on outreach\, capacity building\, and showcasing ICANN’s work to a broader global audience. This meeting is hosted by nic.pr. \nICANN79 will be held 02 – 07 March 2024 at Centro de Convenciones de Puerto Rico (Puerto Rico Convention Center). \nPrep Week (Online Only): 20 – 22 February 2024′ \n  \nmore
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/icann79-san-juan-community-forum/
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,Forum,Internet Governance,Puerto Rico
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240131
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
CREATED:20240108T141428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T214134Z
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SUMMARY:CANTO CONNECT and 40th Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Register and Attend “CANTO Connect” & 40th Annual General Meeting Celebrations\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTowards a Sustainable Digital Economy is the theme for CANTO CONNECT and 40th Annual General Meeting at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Port of Spain\, Trinidad and Tobago. Join us and learn more! \n\n\n  \nmore 
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/canto-connect-and-40th-annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Trinidad\, 1 Wrightson Road\, Post of Spain\, Trinidad And Tobago
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,ICT/Tech,Meeting,Telecoms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Jamaica:20240116T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Jamaica:20240116T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
CREATED:20240110T145033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T145033Z
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SUMMARY:AMA on proof-of-concept for Carib$
DESCRIPTION:Details\n\n\nIn this event we’ll answer all questions concering the proof-of-concept (POC) of Carib$. In doing so we want to attract participants for the POC amongst the business community looking for fast\, cheap and seamless cross-border transfers within the Caribbean. https://caribcoin.com \nOur Agenda: \n\nIntroductory remarks\nPresentation “Proof-of-concept of Carib$ – what are our plans?”\nAsk me anything\nCollecting expressions of interest to participate in the proof-of- concept\nClosing round\n\n\n  \nmore \n 
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/ama-on-proof-of-concept-for-carib/
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,Financial Services,ICT/Tech,Meeting,Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Jamaica:20240115T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/Jamaica:20240115T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
CREATED:20240103T151204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T141413Z
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SUMMARY:CTU’s 1st International ICT Forecast and Industry Watch Meeting 2024
DESCRIPTION:January 15\, 2024 \nVenue: Virtual \nThis meeting is intended to apprise our stakeholders of the forthcoming series of regional and international meetings taking place for the 1st quarter of 2024. We have invited partner organisations to present a brief on each meeting to encourage Caribbean representation at all major decision-making events of importance to the region. \n  \nAGENDA  \nREGISTER 
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/ctus-1st-international-ict-forecast-and-industry-watch-meeting-2024/
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,ICT/Tech,Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240109
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
CREATED:20240103T150818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T151441Z
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SUMMARY:SIDS at ICANN – Where we are at and how do we chart a way forward
DESCRIPTION:Venue: Virtual\n\nBACKGROUND \nThe Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) is a key partner of the Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU). ICANN is a not-for-profit\, public-benefit organisation formed in 1998. Its staff operates the Internet’s Domain Name System; coordinates allocation and assignment of the Internet’s unique identifiers\, such as Internet Protocol addresses; accredits generic top-level domain (gTLD) name registrars; and helps facilitate the voices of volunteers worldwide who are dedicated to keeping the Internet secure\, stable and interoperable. ICANN promotes competition in the domain name space and helps develop Internet policy. \nThe CTU has been working with ICANN to encourage and support the active participation of Small Island Developing States (SIDS) in ICANN processes. The substantive and sustained participation of SIDS in ICANN is low and the absence of inputs from this globally dispersed but important group of ICANN stakeholders may be adversely impacting ICANN’s policy development. \nIn a measure to identify the challenges SIDS face in participating in ICANN’s processes\, as well as to develop strategies to encourage their sustained and active participation\, ICANN conducted a LAC SIDS Survey in 2022. The objective of the survey was to collect data from stakeholders that clearly identifies the challenges and barriers to SIDS participation in ICANN in order to form an empirical foundation for planning future actions aimed at increasing consistent and substantive participation of SIDS in ICANN. \nThe research questions for the ICANN LAC SIDS survey were: \n\nWhat is your level of participation/involvement at ICANN? (low/medium/high)\nWhat in your opinion are the top 3 challenges to SIDS participation in ICANN?\nWhat do you think makes SIDS engagement different from other developing countries?\nAre you aware of ICANN programs supporting the participation of stakeholders from developing countries?\nAre you aware of the current ICANN support programs? (Newcomers/Fellowship/NextGen)\nIn addition to existing programs and initiatives\, what type of resources should ICANN provide to increase SIDS participation?\nHow does the present structure of geographic regions lend itself to SIDS participation given the diversity of SIDS from a geographic perspective? (Africa\, North America\, Latin\nAmerica/Caribbean\, Asia/Australia/Pacific and Europe)\nWhat strategies should the ICANN Organization use to broaden SIDS stakeholder participation?\nIs there value in focus groups aimed specifically at SIDS vs Developing countries?\nIs there value in focus groups aimed specifically at SIDS vs LAC vs Oceania vs Africa?\n—- the following questions only show if participation in ICANN in question 1 is medium or high\nWhat are the topics of interest to you which are being discussed in ICANN?\nWhat topics currently not being discussed in ICANN would you like to see included in ICANN Discussions?\nWould you like to see KPI’s related to SIDS and under-served regions participation in ICANN?\nHow can regional organisations such as the Caribbean Telecommunications Union (or similar organizations in Oceania and Asia and others) be better leveraged for SIDS engagement in ICANN?\nWhat are some of the other regional organisations that could assist and how?\n\nThe survey population for the survey included persons with knowledge of and experience with ICANN in the Caribbean SIDS\, Oceania SIDS\, Africa SIDS\, Asia SIDS and ICANN organisation GSE. \n  \nMEETING OBJECTIVES AND TARGET AUDIENCE \nThe purpose of this meeting is to present the results of the ICANN LAC SIDS survey to SIDS stakeholders and to discuss openly and collaboratively\, mechanisms and approaches to increase consistent and substantive participation of SIDS in ICANN. This will include any support SIDS’ representatives indicate they require to achieve this objective. \nThe substantive and sustained participation of SIDS in ICANN is low and the absence of inputs from this globally dispersed but important group of ICANN stakeholders may lead to a deficiency of views considered in ICANN policy development leading to implementation of policies which may be detrimental to SIDS. This meeting is one of many stakeholder engagement events that aims to address this ongoing challenge. \nThis meeting is open to all CTU stakeholders and will be conducted virtually on 8th January 2024 at 13:00 hours (AST). \n  \nmore
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/sids-at-icann-where-we-are-at-and-how-do-we-chart-a-way-forward/
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,Internet Governance,Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231208
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
CREATED:20231030T205252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T223932Z
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SUMMARY:Spectrum Management Task Force and Workshop
DESCRIPTION:More details to follow \n  \n 
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/20231206-spectrum-management-task-force-and-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,Telecoms,wireless,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231031
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231101
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
CREATED:20230904T202409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230904T204323Z
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SUMMARY:CaribNog/CTU Technical Workshop – Chief Technical Advisors
DESCRIPTION:Details pending
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/caribnog-ctu-technical-workshop-chief-technical-advisors/
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,ICT/Tech,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230927
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
CREATED:20230904T202739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230904T202739Z
UID:168948-1695686400-1695772799@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:CTU’s 4th International ICT Preparatory and Industry Watch Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Details pending
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/ctus-4th-international-ict-preparatory-and-industry-watch-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,ICT/Tech,Meeting,Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230729
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
CREATED:20230611T181749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T133453Z
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SUMMARY:Spectrum Management Task Force and Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Venue:\nThe Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU) invites you to attend a scheduled meeting of the Caribbean Spectrum Management Task Force via Zoom videoconferencing from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. eastern Caribbean time (UTC-4) on the 27th and 28th July 2023. \nBackground \nRegional harmonisation of spectrum management policies and practices as well as relevant capacity building initiatives are being coordinated regionally by the Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU) through the work of the Spectrum Management Steering Committee (SMSC) and the multi-stakeholder Spectrum Management Task Force (SMTF). The harmonisation work continues to be guided by tenets of the Caribbean Spectrum Management Strategic Plan developed by these two groups\, which seeks to achieve the following goals across the region: \n\nHarmonisation of national frequency allocations and band plans\, including common frequencies and international protocols for disaster management and emergency telecommunications\nMinimisation of cross border interference\nEstablishment of common approaches to digital broadcasting switchover\, TV white spaces regulation and spectrum pricing.\n\nIn addition to focusing on these goals\, the ongoing work of the SMTF and SMSC also creates and leverages capacity-building opportunities and addresses important current matters arising\, such as regional preparations for the ITU World Radiocommunication Conferences (WRC-23 is upcoming). \nDuring the last meeting of the SMTF\, which was held virtually in May 2023\, the Task Force refined their 2023 Action Plan based on feedback received from the SMSC and also received information on the status of various WRC-23 agenda items following the 2nd Conference Preparatory Meeting (CPM2) from staff from the ITU Radiocommunication Bureau. This July meeting will maintain focus on WRC-23 agenda items towards enhancing Caribbean Member States’ preparation for the 42 CITEL PCC.II in late August 2023. \nSpectrum Management Task Force (SMTF) Meeting Objectives: 27th & 28th July 2023  \nThe main objectives of this meeting\, which will be held in two parts\, are as follows: \nPart 1\, 27th July\, open to representatives of the Caribbean Spectrum Management Task Force\, Steering Committee andother resource personnel: \n\nto engage and discuss views with industry stakeholders on matters relevant to the agenda items of WRC-23\nto note overall status of CITEL proposals on WRC-23 agenda items\n\nPart 2\, 28th July\, open to representatives of the SMTF and SMSC only: \n\nto review Caribbean priority items for WRC-23\nto consider Caribbean common positions on priority matters\nto consider appropriate approaches for non-priority matters\nto review plans and meetings for 2023 in the run-up to WRC-23.\n\n  \nREGISTER \nmore  \n 
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/spectrum-management-task-force-and-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,Telecoms,wireless,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230621
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230622
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
CREATED:20230501T211100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230611T181913Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar on Consumer Protection with the Federal Communications Commission
DESCRIPTION:Details Still to be Provided \n  \nmore 
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/webinar-on-consumer-protection-with-the-federal-communications-commission/
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,Policy,Regulation
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230517
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
CREATED:20230501T210725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230611T181915Z
UID:168315-1684195200-1684281599@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:Special Meeting of the CTU Ministers jointly with the ARIN/LACNIC/ICANN Executive Briefing Session 2023
DESCRIPTION:Details Still to be Provided
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/special-meeting-of-the-ctu-ministers-jointly-with-the-arin-lacnic-icann-executive-briefing-session-2023/
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,Meeting,Policy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230517
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
CREATED:20230501T210436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230611T181915Z
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SUMMARY:Digital Leadership in the Caribbean
DESCRIPTION:Venue: Trinidad and Tobago \nIntroduction \nThe Caribbean region is continuing to show meaningful progress in the ways in which governments conduct business and provide public services\, through the adoption of digital transformation strategies. According to the 2022 United Nations E-Government Development Index (EGDI)\, all member states of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) surveyed\, except Haiti\, placed in the “High” development group1. Nevertheless\, citizen impatience with the pace of digital reforms and their ongoing preference for accessing public services through non-digital channels continue to be formidable challenges\, requiring more ambitious and nuanced digital transformation agendas. To deliver on these new agendas\, regional knowledge exchanges on digital policy development\, that leverage the successes and insights gained from each country’s journey\, are critical. \nThe Ministry of Digital Transformation in Trinidad and Tobago (MDT)\, on behalf of the Government of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago\, in partnership with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU)\, wishes to create an enabling space for the region’s most senior policymakers with portfolio responsibility for digitalisation\, in which they can address collaboratively some of the most common impediments faced in the digital transformation of the state. By contributing\, from their unique set of competencies\, knowledge and professional experiences\, these executives will learn from each other and enhance the knowledge base for Caribbean digital policy and practice. \n  \nWorkshop Objectives \nThe Executive Sessions will seek to: \n\nFacilitate a comprehensive understanding among executives of cross-border challenges and opportunities to advance digital transformation in the Caribbean;\nSupport strategy development for confronting and addressing impediments to public sector innovation at the regional\, national and organisational level; and\nChart joint action among the Ministers\, with support from the IDB and CTU\, in the areas of research and innovation to advance the digital agenda.\n\n  \nWorkshop Format  \nThe Executive Sessions will provide six (6) substantive sessions focusing on practical guidance on the most salient topics for Caribbean digitalisation such as (i) e-Identity and interoperability platforms; (ii) cybersecurity for critical infrastructure; and (iii) cross-border data governance. The Executive Sessions will feature in- person presentations by renowned digital thought leaders and offer a helpdesk setting where questions can be asked and answered confidentially2. Moreover\, they will foster an esprit de corps among the policymakers by facilitating peer exchanges on their digital policy successes that reflect the unique sensitivities\, strengths and institutional settings that typify the Caribbean experience. Policy makers will also have facilities available for technical advice in real-time\, by having their designated technical advisor(s) attending the sessions virtually. An open session with specially invited guests representing the region’s private sector and civil society will also allow policymakers to gain perspective on the imperatives of championing a more engaged and trusting digital citizenry. \n  \n1 See Publication: https://publicadministration.un.org/egovkb/en-us/Reports/UN-E-Government-Survey-2022 \n2 Chatham House Rules will be in effect for all closed sessions. \n  \nVIEW AGENDA
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/digital-leadership-in-the-caribbean/
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,Digital Economy,Policy,Trinidad & Tobago,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230510
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230511
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
CREATED:20230501T205800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230611T181916Z
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SUMMARY:Meeting of the Caribbean Spectrum Management Task Force
DESCRIPTION:Venue: Virtual Via Zoom Videoconferencing \nThe Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU) invites you to attend a scheduled meeting of the Caribbean Spectrum Management Task Force via Zoom videoconferencing from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. eastern Caribbean time (UTC-4) on 10th May 2023. \nBackground \nRegional harmonisation of spectrum management policies and practices as well as relevant capacity building initiatives are being coordinated regionally by the Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU) through the work of the Spectrum Management Steering Committee (SMSC) and the multi-stakeholder Spectrum Management Task Force (SMTF). The harmonisation work continues to be guided by tenets of the Caribbean Spectrum Management Strategic Plan developed by these two groups\, which seeks to achieve the following goals across the region: \n\nHarmonisation of national frequency allocations and band plans\, including common frequencies and international protocols for disaster management and emergency telecommunications\nMinimisation of cross border interference\nEstablishment of common approaches to digital broadcasting switchover\, TV white spaces regulation and spectrum pricing.\nIn addition to focusing on these goals\, the ongoing work of the SMTF and SMSC also creates and leverages capacity-building opportunities and addresses important current matters arising\, such as regional preparations for the ITU World Radiocommunication Conferences (WRC-23 is upcoming).\n\nDuring the last meeting of the SMTF\, which was held in person with remote participation at the Iberostar Beach Resort in Montego Bay\, Jamaica from the 6th to 8th February 2023\, the Task Force formulated its Action Plan for 2023. This May 2023 meeting will receive feedback on the Action Plan coming from the SMSC and review in some detail the final report from the 2nd Conference Preparatory Meeting (CPM2) for the World Radiocommunication Conference 2023. \nSpectrum Management Task Force (SMTF) Meeting Objectives: 10th May 2023 \nThe main objectives of this meeting\, which is open to representatives of the Caribbean Spectrum Management Task Force\, Steering Committee and other resource personnel are: \n\nto consider feedback on the SMTF’s Action Plan for 2023 received from the SMSC\nto review the final report from the 2nd Conference Preparatory Meeting (CPM2) for the World Radiocommunication Conference 2023 (WRC-23)\nto consider plans and meetings for 2023 in the run-up to WRC-23.\n\n  \nREGISTER
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/meeting-of-the-caribbean-spectrum-management-task-force-may-2023/
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,Meeting,Online,wireless
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230203
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
CREATED:20221228T151026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221228T151026Z
UID:167519-1675296000-1675382399@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:ICT Cluster Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Further details to come.
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/ict-cluster-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,ICT/Tech,Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ict-pulse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/2302_ICT-Cluster-Meeting-CTU.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220521
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
CREATED:20220327T213847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220327T213847Z
UID:162369-1652918400-1653091199@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:CTU/ARIN/LACNIC Policy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more details 
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/ctu-arin-lacnic-policy-forum/
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,Forum,Policy
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ict-pulse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/CTU-ARIN-LACNIC-Policy-Forum.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Jamaica:20220517T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Jamaica:20220517T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
CREATED:20220327T213838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220327T213838Z
UID:162365-1652774400-1652806800@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:Webinar in commemoration of World Telecommunications and Information Society Day
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more details 
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/webinar-commemoration-world-telecommunications-information-society-day/
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,Policy,Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ict-pulse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Webinar-in-commemoration-of-World-Telecommunications-and-Information-Society-Day.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220430
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
CREATED:20220327T213213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220327T213419Z
UID:162359-1650844800-1651276799@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:CTU Anniversary Week – Open House
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more details 
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/ctu-anniversary-week-open-house/
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,Meeting,Trinidad & Tobago
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ict-pulse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/CTU-Anniversary-Week-Open-House.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220226
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
CREATED:20220103T141225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220118T155639Z
UID:161321-1645660800-1645833599@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:Caribbean Spectrum Management Task Force
DESCRIPTION:More details to come
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/caribbean-spectrum-management-task-force/
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,Meeting,Online,wireless
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ict-pulse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/SpectrumManagement-February-2022-ICT-IN-EDUCATION-2022-Source-CTU.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220201
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
CREATED:20220103T141221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220126T194358Z
UID:161322-1643587200-1643673599@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:Traversing the Metaverse: A Caribbean Perspective
DESCRIPTION:Introduction \nWithin recent months the term “metaverse” has generated much discussion globally and has become one of the latest technology buzzwords. The term gained even greater prominence with the rebranding of technology giant Facebook to Meta.  In addition\, the Government of Barbados also announced in 2021 that it would establish an embassy in the Metaverse\, making it one of the first to do so. \nWhat exactly is the metaverse and what are the opportunities and risks for governments and businesses?  How can these be addressed through global policy and regulation in the interest of humanity?  Will it exacerbate the global technology divide between developing and developed countries and further global inequalities? Or will it provide new opportunities to participate in the new global digital economy? \nIt is estimated that by 2025 the global metaverse market will be worth 280 billion US dollars.  For governments and businesses alike\, this represents opportunities for wealth creation.  In the case of Barbados with its sovereign metaverse embassy\, it affords it the opportunity to extend its global reach in areas such as consular services\, trade promotion\, cultural exchanges\, and generally the promotion of its national brand. \nThe Caribbean Telecommunications Union\, in partnership with the Government of Barbados\, will host a webinar to explore the aforementioned issues about the metaverse in an effort to educate and raise awareness of the opportunities and challenges for\, in particular\, small island developing states (SIDS). The webinar will be open to the public but will specifically focus on key stakeholders such as ICT policy makers\, economists\, technologists\, entrepreneurs and academia. \n  \nThe key areas of focus include\, but are not limited to: \n\nTheme 1:  AWARENESSS – This theme will explain the metaverse from a conceptual and technical perspective.  Key terms such as virtual\, mixed and augmented realty\, blockchain\, non-fungible tokens (NFTs)\, crypto-currencies\, and others will be explored in an effort to raise public awareness of key terminology.\n\n\nTheme 2: OPPORTUNITIES\, RISKS AND CHALLENGES – This theme will examine the economic\, social and cultural opportunities for different stakeholders including governments and the private sector.\n\n  \nExpected Outcomes \nThe webinar will enable discussion that will assist in the formulation of policy\, legal and regulatory issues for consideration.  This will allow the relevant stakeholders to advance regional initiatives and make the necessary policy interventions in the interest of ensuring the Caribbean is poised to provide global leadership in this emerging technological space. \n  \nKey Partners \n\nCaribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU)\n\n\nGovernment of Barbados\n\n\nMETA\n\n  \nVenue and Date \n\nMonday 31st January\, 2022 – 10 AM AST\nVirtual Meeting Platform – Hubilo\n\n  \nTarget Audience \n\nPolicymakers in government (technology\, diplomacy\, education)\nTechnical Community\nICT and Financial Services Regulators\nBusiness Community\nCivil Society/Public\n\n  \nREGISTER
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/traversing-metaverse-caribbean-perspective/
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,ICT/Tech,Seminar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ict-pulse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Traversing-Metaverse-Banner-CTU.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220128
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
CREATED:20220103T141245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220118T155438Z
UID:161320-1643155200-1643327999@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:ICT in Education – A Caribbean Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU) will host ICT in Education – A Caribbean Forum via an interactive\, online event hosting platform on 26th and 27th January 2022.  The CTU is partnering with the United Nations Educational\, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) for this important event. \n  \nObjectives \nThe forum is intended to convene representatives of the major stakeholders in the field of education and technology in the Caribbean. This includes policy makers\, regulators\, operators\, academia and other users. \nThe key areas of focus include\, but are not limited to: \n\nReviewing the outcomes of the 2012 ICT in Education Leadership Forum and determine their relevance to current regional approaches;\nConsidering a regionally harmonised ICT in Education policy framework to address current and anticipated future challenges;\nReviewing UNESCO’s ICT Competency Framework for Teachers and agree on applicable standards and integrate these in overarching ICT in Education plans;\nDeveloping potential partnerships to address the disparities in internet access and access to technological devices and looking for opportunities for regional joint-procurement in this regard;\nExamining strategies and programmes aimed at proving affordable connectivity to schools; and\nConsidering other related social issues\, such as online learning and its impact on mental health.\n\n  \nTarget Audience \n\nGovernment Policy Makers in Education\, Social Development and ICT\nIndustry Equipment and Service Suppliers\nAcademic Researchers ICT Industry Associations\nInternational Organisations\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/ict-education-caribbean-forum/
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,ICT/Tech,Seminar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ict-pulse.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/ICT-in-Education-Website-Banner-CTU.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211210
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
CREATED:20211128T170652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211128T170652Z
UID:161045-1638921600-1639094399@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:FUTURE OF CARIBBEAN MONEY 2021
DESCRIPTION:SiliconCaribe The Caribbean Technology Media and Events Company\, invites you to meet the people and businesses using Technology\, Collaboration\, Community and Daring Policy to reimagine the Future of Caribbean Money. \n  \nKNOW WHO AND WHAT’S SHAPING HOW CARIBBEAN PEOPLE MAKE\, MANAGE AND INVEST THEIR MONEY \nOver 2 days learn more about the emerging trends in Blockchain\, Cryptocurrency\, eCommerce\, NFTs and Payments and how its all changing entrepreneurship\, business and the creation of wealth in the Caribbean. \nWHO SHOULD COME? \nThis event is For you If: \n\nYou want to understand the current financial technology trends growing in the Caribbean\n\nYou want to know who is doing what on the ground and in early adopter entrepreneur\, creative and crypto communities.\nYou want to spot fresh business opportunities in the Caribbean\nYou want to sharpen your understanding of Cryptocurrency\, Ecommerce and NFTs basics.\nYou’re interested in rubbing digital elbows with entrepreneurs\, investors\, creators\, tech and community leaders\, policy makers and more.\nYou want to know more about Caribbean Startups & Service Providers in this space \n\nAnd/or you love hanging out with inspiring and fun people.\n\nGet special offers from SiliconCaribe and Partners. \nCome to and get prepared for the Future of Caribbean Money in 2022. | #FOCMNY
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/future-caribbean-money/
CATEGORIES:Bahamas,Blockchain,Caribbean,Conference,Entrepreneurship,Financial Services,Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211204
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
CREATED:20211128T170933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211128T170933Z
UID:161046-1638403200-1638575999@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:5G and Emerging Technologies
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/5g-emerging-technologies/
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,Training Course,Trinidad & Tobago
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150425
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
CREATED:20150421T015029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150421T015029Z
UID:75321-1429488000-1429919999@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:South School on Internet Governance 2015
DESCRIPTION:The main objective of the South School on Internet Governance is to train new leaders of opinion in all aspects related with Internet Governance\, from a global perspective and with focus on the Latin America and Caribbean Region… more
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/april-2015-south-school-internet-governance-2015/
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,ICT/Tech,Internet Governance,Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="South School of Internet Governance":MAILTO:info@gobernanzainternet.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Jamaica:20130719T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Jamaica:20130731T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T222953
CREATED:20130719T180423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130719T180521Z
UID:25623-1374220800-1375290000@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:Call for Papers - OCCUR 11th Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:OOCUR INVITES SUBMISSION OF PAPER THEME: \n“CHALLENGES TO REGULATORY POWER IN BORDERLESS SOCIETIES: \nOne page with Abstract and Short C.V. \nSubmission deadline July 31\, 2013. \n  \nTo be typed in Microsoft Word\, Font size 13. \nEach presentation time will be 20 minutes – Power point Presentation is optional. \nAbstract acceptance is August 31\, 2013. Submission deadline OCTOBER 31\, 2013. \nNO PAPER – NO PODIUM. \n  \nABSTRACTS and PAPERS to be submitted to: \nEmail: Prem1932@yahoo.com \nMailing address:  c/o PUC\, 298 Church Street\, Queenstown\, Georgetown\, Demerara\, GUYANA. \nTELE: 592 2273293: \nMOBILE – 592 6246291. \nFAX: 592 2273534.
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/call-papers-occur-11th-annual-conference/
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,Conference,Regulation
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