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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200214
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
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SUMMARY:Digital Media Conference
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/digital-media-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conference,ICT/Tech,Jamaica,Social Media
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200324
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200328
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SUMMARY:CaribNOG 19
DESCRIPTION:St. Kitts and Nevis will host the nineteenth regional meeting of the Caribbean Network Operators Group (CaribNOG) from March 24-27 2020. \nCaribNOG is a vibrant community of professionals committed to improving the region’s networks\, expanding the technical capacity of those who build and secure them\, and strengthening the interconnections among all actors in the Internet space. \nCalled CaribNOG 19\, the upcoming meeting will focus on a range of stability\, security and resiliency issues that are central to Internet development. IT and security professionals\, network administrators\, telecommunications and computer engineers\, Internet exchange point operators and data centre managers from across the region are expected to attend. \nStephen Lee\, CaribNOG Program Director invited all interested stakeholders to submit proposals for topics\, lightning presentations or full sessions for the consideration of the CaribNOG 19 coordination team. \n“It’s an opportunity for anyone with an interest in Caribbean development to let us know how the community of people who take responsibility for developing the Internet in the region can focus our attention\, efforts and resources\, to align with the evolving development priorities of the region\,” Lee said. \nMeeting registration\, provisional agenda\, as well as a call for presentations and sponsors\, will be available online soon. \nApart from its upcoming events\, the CaribNOG community will also focus on a range of capacity-building activities\, including collaborative research projects\, resource development\, expanded communication channels and new outreach initiatives throughout the year. \n  \nClick here for the event website
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/caribnog-19/
CATEGORIES:ICT/Tech,Meeting,St. Kitts & Nevis,Telecoms
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210316
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
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SUMMARY:Registration: Internet Society Fundamentals for Chapters
DESCRIPTION:Internet Society members are vital to carrying our message of an open\, globally-connected\, and secure Internet for all. \nBecause members bring such great value\, experience\, and knowledge to our organization\, we’ve designed a new training program just for them: The Internet Society Fundamentals program. The program was inspired by the great experience we had with 2020 Chapter training program as well as feedback on specific needs\, requirements\, challenges and the COVID-19 context. \nInternet Society Fundamentals aims to develop new community leaders equipped to tell data-driven stories about the Internet Society’s key projects. This will equip members to work with their Chapters to create local awareness\, extending the reach of our work for an Internet as a force for good. \n  \nAbout the program\nIn its first year\, the program consists of two full weeks of webinars linked to Internet Society projects. Sessions will be held from 12-23 April\, 2021. \nDuring each webinar\, we will cover the project’s main concepts with a focus on narrative and strategies to approach multiple audiences. In this way\, Chapter members can feel empowered to raise awareness through concrete local initiatives that support the development and positioning of the Chapter. \nIn 2021\, Internet Society Fundamentals is open to all Chapter Members* whose Chapters are subscribed to the program. Members who are eligible to participate will receive the registration details by email. Sessions are in English\, Spanish and French\, and will be held in four time zones. In order to get a Certificate of Completion\, each participant must perform a local awareness initiative based on the content and the information shared during the webinars. Initiatives must be arranged locally with Chapter coordinators assigned to the program. \n  \n… more 
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/registration-internet-society-fundamentals-chapters/
CATEGORIES:International,Internet Governance,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Jamaica:20210225T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Jamaica:20210225T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
CREATED:20210222T212354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210222T212354Z
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SUMMARY:ECCB Digital Dialogues:  Pandemic and Digital Transformation – Part II
DESCRIPTION:“Pandemic and Digital Transformation” will be the focus of the next session of ECCB Digital Dialogues which resumes on 25 February. \nThe Governor of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB)\, Timothy N. J. Antoine will moderate the session which will continue to explore how digitalisation has transformed the economies and societies of the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union as a result of the COVID­-19 pandemic. \nThe panel will comprise: The Honourable Minister for Information and Communication Technology in the Government of Saint Christopher (St Kitts) and Nevis – Akilah Byron-Nisbett; Head of Regulatory Affairs\, Caribbean Cable and Wireless Communications – David A. Cox; and Technical Advisor\, Office of the Prime Minister of The Bahamas – Kristie Powell. \nThe ECCB is cognisant that the pandemic has exposed serious infrastructural gaps and inequitable access to connectivity and digital tools. The panel will discuss how these and other issues can be addressed to safeguard the region’s economic recovery\, resilience and transformation. \nThe ECCB Digital Dialogues will be broadcast live on the ECCB’s Facebook page and YouTube channel and on radio stations across the ECCU from 10:00 a.m. The public is invited to participate in this important conversation and to share their views on specific issues during the real-time survey segment. \n  \nClick here for more information on the ECCB Digital Dialogues. \nClick here to register to join the conversation.
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/eccb-digital-dialogues-pandemic-digital-transformation-part-ii/
CATEGORIES:Forum,ICT/Tech,Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210316
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210317
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
CREATED:20210222T210300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210222T210348Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop:  Handbook on the Implementation of Digital Identification Systems in the Caribbean
DESCRIPTION:Details pending
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/workshop-handbook-implementation-digital-identification-systems-caribbean/
CATEGORIES:ICT/Tech,Online,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210925
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
CREATED:20210907T231953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210907T233423Z
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SUMMARY:CTU ICT Week 2021
DESCRIPTION:OVERVIEW \nCARICOM Members States have made great strides in implementing digital platforms in response to the Covid -19 Global Pandemic\, to enable access to critical public services and to address the needs of the most vulnerable groups in society.  There have been many success stories at the national level within CARICOM Member States.  Many have implemented digital platforms for public health to manage testing and vaccination programmes.  Additionally\, systems have been implemented to facilitate the safe reopening of borders and to enable advanced notification of the health status of travellers and to facilitate the presentation of vaccination certificates to health officials. \nThis presents an opportunity for Caribbean countries to learn from each other regarding what has worked well\, and what oportunities exist to share knowledge and build capcity regionally.  This is particularly important as regional governments seek to create a travel “bubble” within CARICOM that would faciliate easy and safe movement within the Single Space. \nICT Week will focus on the theme “Regional Imperatives for Digital Transformation Post-COVID-19”\, and will provide a forum for the exchange of ideas related to how regional governments can collectively respond using digitial platforms in the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic. It will also go beyond a discussion on digital responses to the Pandemic and also look at ways in which ICT can help the region to bounce back with greater social and economic resilience.
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/ctu-ict-week-2021/
CATEGORIES:Conference,ICT/Tech,Online,Policy,Summit,Telecoms
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211019
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211120
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
CREATED:20210907T233331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210907T233331Z
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SUMMARY:ARIN 48 – Public Policy Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join Us at ARIN 48 \n\n\n\nARIN holds open\, biannual Public Policy and Members Meetings where attendees gather to engage in policy discussions\, network with colleagues\, and attend workshops and tutorials. \nARIN 48 will be split up over three sets of dates. You only have to register once to attend any and all meeting dates!
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/arin-48-public-policy-meeting/
CATEGORIES:International,International Policy,Meeting,Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211029
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
CREATED:20210907T233128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210907T233416Z
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SUMMARY:ICANN 72
DESCRIPTION:ICANN72 Annual General Meeting will be held virtually\, 25-28 October 2021 (revised meeting dates). Read the announcement here.\n\n\nAll sessions will be conducted during regular working hours in Seattle\, United States (Pacific Daylight Time / UTC-7).\nPrep Week will be held 12-14 October 2021. The Prep Week schedule will be published on 27 September 2021.\nThe comprehensive schedule will be published on 4 October 2021. Registration and signing in will be required to view it.\nICANN continues the Pandemic Internet Access Reimbursement Program. Learn more here.
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/icann-72/
CATEGORIES:International,Meeting,Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211029
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
CREATED:20210907T233627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210907T233627Z
UID:160242-1635379200-1635465599@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:ARIN 48 – ARIN Election Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join Us at ARIN 48 \n\n\n\nARIN holds open\, biannual Public Policy and Members Meetings where attendees gather to engage in policy discussions\, network with colleagues\, and attend workshops and tutorials. \nARIN 48 will be split up over three sets of dates. You only have to register once to attend any and all meeting dates! \n  \n\n\n\nARIN Election Forum\n28 October 2021\nVirtual \nThis session will be dedicated to the candidates for the 2021 Election for the Board of Trustees\, Advisory Council\, and Number Resource Organization Number Council (NRO NC). It will include speeches and the Board and AC Candidate Forums.
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/arin-48-arin-election-forum/
CATEGORIES:Forum,International,Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211105
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
CREATED:20210907T233800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210907T233816Z
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SUMMARY:ARIN 48 – Members Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join Us at ARIN 48 \n\n\n\nARIN holds open\, biannual Public Policy and Members Meetings where attendees gather to engage in policy discussions\, network with colleagues\, and attend workshops and tutorials. \nARIN 48 will be split up over three sets of dates. You only have to register once to attend any and all meeting dates! \n  \n\n\n\nMembers Meeting\n4 November 2021\nHybrid \nThe Members Meeting will be held following the conclusion of NANOG 83 at the Hyatt Minneapolis in Minneapolis\, MN. For this day only\, attendees have the choice to join us in person or virtually.
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/arin-48-members-meeting/
CATEGORIES:International,Meeting,Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211204
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211211
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
CREATED:20210907T234323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210907T234323Z
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SUMMARY:IGF 2021
DESCRIPTION:The 16th annual IGF meeting will be hosted by the Government of Poland in Katowice from 6-10 December\, under the overarching theme: Internet United. \nOn behalf of the United Nations Secretary-General Mr. António Guterres\, all stakeholders are invited to the 16th IGF. The IGF 2021 hybrid process\, develops around the issue areas and features a preparatory and engagement phase which includes build-up sessions on the IGF 2021’s issue areas\, development of the intersessional work as well as a series of capacity development activities. \nDraft IGF 2021 programme is available. \n  \nRegistration for IGF 2021 is OPEN. All participants are required to register\, regardless if participating online or onsite.
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/igf-2021/
CATEGORIES:International,Internet Governance,Meeting,Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211210
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
CREATED:20211128T170652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211128T170652Z
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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:20220126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220128
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
CREATED:20220103T141245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220118T155438Z
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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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220129
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
CREATED:20220120T164558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220120T164820Z
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SUMMARY:Trinidad & Tobago Internet Governance Forum 2022
DESCRIPTION:TTIGF 2022 \nThe Future of the Internet … WHAT’S NEXT? \nDate: 27th & 28th January 2022. \nTime: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm. \n  \n  \nTTIGF 2022 will be held over 2 days on Thursday 27th and Friday 28th January\, 2022. The theme was selected to reflect the current climate in Trinidad and Tobago after being forced into a digital age. Adapting was necessary\, but thriving is the goal. Join the discussions with experts from the different stakeholder groups. This collective brainstorm about the Future of the Internet in Trinidad & Tobago is more important than ever in our evolving society. \n\nAcademic Community\nTechnical Community/ ICT Civil Society\nCivil Society\nCommercial / Business\nGovernment\n\nALL INTERNET USERS … your participation and your voice are vital in this conversation. \nRegister to join the discussion. We need to hear from YOU! \nYou only need to register once for access to all the days. \n  \nDay 1: Panel Sessions \nTopics: \n1. Building a Digitally Competent Society \n2. Enhancing Internet Research\, Data and Measurement for Development \nDay 2: Panel Sessions \nTopics: \n1. The Internet and the Law \n2. Trinidad and Tobago’s Digital Transformation Journey – What’s Next? \n  \nVisit igf.tt for more details!
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/trinidad-tobago-internet-governance-forum-2022/
CATEGORIES:Forum,Internet Governance,Trinidad & Tobago
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220201
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
CREATED:20220103T141221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220126T194358Z
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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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220226
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
CREATED:20220103T141225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220118T155639Z
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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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220412
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220414
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
CREATED:20220327T212649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220327T212649Z
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SUMMARY:TechCon by tTech 2022
DESCRIPTION:About This Event\nTechCon by tTech is the leading Business Technology Conference in the Caribbean.  This year’s focus will INSPIRE participants to accelerate their Digital Maturity by sharing innovative and relevant information from our partners locally and internationally carefully crafted to shed light on key business technology advances and how they can increase your revenues\, customer and employee engagement while protecting and securing your business in the digital landscape. \n  \nClick Here to Register 
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/techcon-ttech-2022/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Jamaica
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Jamaica:20220420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Jamaica:20220420T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
CREATED:20220327T214513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220327T214554Z
UID:162372-1650448800-1650454200@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:FinTech FWD
DESCRIPTION:FinTech FWD a virtual Trend Forum about Caribbean Trends and Business Opportunities To Watch in the Fintech Sector staged by us at SiliconCaribe in partnership with Microsoft and Caribbean Blockchain Alliance is set for Wednesday\, April 20th\, 2022\, 10 am EST – 11:30 am EST/ Jamaica Time. \nThe event will give Caribbean Executives and Entrepreneurs trends\, data\, and perspectives from local and international experts and entrepreneurs to help them make smarter business decisions in 2022 for them to understand and get insight into the next big things. \nFintech\, is the technology\, and innovation that aims to compete with traditional financial methods in the delivery of financial services and there is a lot going on globally and in the Caribbean Region. \nRegistration is now open. Click here to secure your space! \nSpeakers and special features will be announced to registrants over the next couple of weeks. \n\n\n  \nClick here for more details 
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/fintech-fwd/
CATEGORIES:Financial Services,Forum,Jamaica,Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220430
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
CREATED:20220327T213213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220327T213419Z
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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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220430
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
CREATED:20220413T153053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220413T153236Z
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SUMMARY:Crypto Bahamas
DESCRIPTION:Crypto Bahamas\, presented by FTX and SALT\, is an invitation-only event featuring collaboration and networking among leading players in the crypto and traditional finance industry. The event will feature four days of discussion and unique experiences in The Bahamas. Event programming will cover Bitcoin\, DeFi\, NFTs\, regulation\, web3\, gaming and more. All participants must apply to attend. \n  \nClick here for more details \n 
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/crypto-bahamas/
CATEGORIES:Bahamas,Financial Services,Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Jamaica:20220517T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Jamaica:20220517T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220521
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
CREATED:20220327T213847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220327T213847Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Jamaica:20220603T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Jamaica:20220603T103000
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
CREATED:20220519T151316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220519T151335Z
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SUMMARY:Demystifying Cryptocurrency and Digital Cash in the Caribbean
DESCRIPTION:  \nIntroduction \nBitcoin becomes legal tender in El Salvador. Bahamas launches the Sand Dollar as the world’s first Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). The market cap of stable coins surpasses 150 billion US Dollars. A multitude of new payment methods is flooding the market and plunges users into confusion\, since they are very different in terms of usage\, technology\, monetary policy and governance. \nWhat exactly are these differences? What distinguishes these new “currencies” from existing e-money? What are the opportunities and risks of their introduction? Which existing obstacles in the financial system do they tackle? Will they enhance financial inclusion of SMEs and citizens in the Caribbean?  Can they help to foster the Caribbean Single Market and Economy? Will they enhance financial inclusion of SMEs and citizens in the Caribbean? Why care? \nIt is estimated that by 2030 the global fintech market will be worth 700 billion US dollars.  For the Caribbean with its multitude of innovative companies in this sector\, this represents tremendous opportunities for wealth creation. Furthermore\, the whole region can benefit economically if it succeeds in lowering existing non-tariff barriers in regional trade caused by the financial system as it is. \nThe Caribbean Telecommunications Union with the support of CaribCoin and Abed Ventures will host a webinar to demystify digital money and cryptocurrencies and explore the opportunities and challenges for the region. The webinar will be open to the public but will specifically focus on key stakeholders such as central banks\, economic policy makers\, financial institutions\, technologists\, entrepreneurs and academia. \nThe key areas of focus include\, but are not limited to: \n\nTheme 1:  AWARENESSS – This theme will explain the new world of “currencies” from a conceptual\, technical and economic perspective.  Key terms such as Central Bank Digital Currencies\, crypto-currencies\, e-money and others will be explored together with the deficits of the existing financial system with the goal to reach a common understanding.\nTheme 2: OPPORTUNITIES\, RISKS AND CHALLENGES – This theme will examine the economic and social opportunities for different stakeholders including governments and the private sector.\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. \nKey Partners \n\nCaribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU)\nCaribCoin\nAbed Solutions\n\nVenue and Date \n\nFriday 3rd June\, 2022 – 10.00 – 11.30 AM AST\n\n\nVirtual Meeting Platform\n\nTarget Audience \n\nPolicymakers in government (economy\, finance\, technology\, diplomacy)\nTechnical Community\nICT and Financial Services Regulators\nCentral Banks and Financial Sector\nBusiness Community\nCivil Society/Public\n\n  \nREGISTER \n 
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/demystifying-cryptocurrency-digital-cash-caribbean/
CATEGORIES:Financial Services,Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220824
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220827
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
CREATED:20220519T151313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220519T151422Z
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SUMMARY:18th Caribbean Internet Governance Forum and Youth CIGF Workshop in collaboration with Small Island Developing States (SIDS) IGF
DESCRIPTION:Details pending… \n  \n 
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/18th-caribbean-internet-governance-forum-youth-cigf-workshop-collaboration-small-island-developing-states-sids-igf/
CATEGORIES:Forum,Internet Governance,Online,Policy,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220910
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
CREATED:20220816T160210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220816T160210Z
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SUMMARY:CTU ICT WEEK 2022 – THE BAHAMAS
DESCRIPTION:PROVISIONAL \nTheme: Leveraging Global Partnerships for Caribbean Connectivity \n  \n\n\n\nDate\nEvent\nDescription\n\n\nMonday 5th September 2022\n9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon\n1:30 p.m.– 4:30 p.m.\nCTU Technical Conference:\nSingle Caribbean Regulatory FrameworkRegulation of Over-the-Top Services\nBy invitation only (representatives from each CTU Member State and from other CTU members)  \n\n\nTuesday 6th September 2022\n9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon\n45th Executive Council (EC45)\nOpen to only the CTU’s Permanent Secretaries and Technical Officers. this statutory meeting will progress the work of the CTU.    Note: Election of Chair and Vice Chair will take place\n\n\nTuesday 6th September 2022\n1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.\nJoint Meeting of  45th Executive Council (EC45) and 26th General Conference of Ministers (GC26)\nOpen to All: Presentations of the projects and initiatives of the CTU Secretariat and membersPresentations by Candidates in ITU PP-22 elections.\n\n\nTuesday 6th September 2022\n9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.\n6th Regulators Forum\nOpen to only ICT Regulators and Specially invited guests\, this round-table discussion will address regulation for digital transformation and to prepare the region for the 4th Industrial Revolution and connectivity.\n\n\nWednesday 7th September 2022\n9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.   1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.\n26th General Conference of Ministers (GC26)T\nOpen to only CTU’s ICT Ministers\, Permanent Secretaries and Technocrats\, this statutory meeting will progress and discuss the business and operations of the CTU\, including receiving resolutions and recommendations from the Executive Council.   Note: Election of President and Vice President will take place.\n\n\nThursday 8th September 2022\n9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.\n1:30 – 5:00 p.m.\n18th Caribbean Ministerial Strategic ICT Seminar\nOpen to All: This session will feature presentations by various ICT industry leaders and is designed to bring policy-makers up to speed with new and emerging technology trends that may require public policy interventions.\n\n\nThursday 8th September 2022\nCaribNOG Meeting\nMeeting of the Caribbean Network Operators’ Group\n\n\nFriday 9th September 2022\n9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon (Youth)\n1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Adults)\nICT4PWD Workshops for the Blind and Deaf\nLocal Workshops on use of ICT by/for persons with disabilities\n\n\nFriday 9th September 2022\nCaribbean Justice Meeting\nApplications of ICT in the Justice system\, targeted to regional stakeholders and practitioners\n\n\nFriday 9th September 2022\nSocial Event – Tour\n\n\n\n  \nREGISTER \n  \nClick here for more details
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/ctu-ict-week-2022-bahamas/
CATEGORIES:Bahamas,Expo,ICT/Tech,Meetup,National policy
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230128
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
CREATED:20220816T162500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230120T140336Z
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SUMMARY:TTIGF 2023
DESCRIPTION:CREATING A STRONGER\, MORE RESILIENT INTERNET FOR TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO’S SHARED\, SUSTAINABLE FUTURE \nDate: 26th & 27th January 20223. \nTime: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm. \nTTIGF 2023 will be held over 2 days on Thursday 26th and Friday 27th January\, 2023. The theme was selected to reflect the current climate in Trinidad and Tobago after being forced into a digital age. Join the discussions with experts from the different stakeholder groups. This collective brainstorm around the theme: Creating a Stronger\, More Resilient Internet for Trindiad and Tobago’s Shared\, Sustainable Future is more important than ever in our evolving society. \n\nAcademic Community\nTechnical Community/ ICT Civil Society\nCivil Society\nCommercial / Business\nGovernment\n\nALL INTERNET USERS … your participation and your voice are vital in this conversation. \nRegister to join the discussion. We need to hear from YOU! \nYou only need to register once for access to all the days. \nDay 1: Panel Sessions \nTopics: \n1. Internet Resilience: Implications for Trinidad and Tobago and the Caribbean \n2. Education in ICT \nDay 2: Panel Sessions \nTopics: \n1. Digital Acceptance\, Transformation and Acceleration for T&T – what does DATA mean \n2. The A.R.T of Cybersecurity: Attacks\, Risks\, and Threats \n  \nVisit igf.tt for more details! \n  \nIf you attended TTIGF 2022\, we again extend our thanks for attending and contributing to the insightful and engaging discussions. \nIf you did not attend\, feel free to visit the igf.tt website to view both days or read the TTIGF 2022 Post Event Report. \nYou will be able to catch up on all that took place this year\, from the panel discussions\, guest speakers\, engaging Q & A session and a special address from Mr. Vint Cerf\, Vice President & Chief Internet Evangelist at Google and one of the “Fathers of the Internet”. \nThe TTIGF 2023 theme will be announced soon. Don’t miss your opportunity to contribute to the topics that will form the discussions at the next Forum.Stay safe! Regards; TTIGF 2023 Planning Committeeigf.tt
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/ttigf-2023/
CATEGORIES:Forum,Internet Governance,Trinidad & Tobago
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230209
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
CREATED:20221228T151155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230225T152714Z
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SUMMARY:Spectrum Management Task Force and Workshop
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/spectrum-management-task-force-workshop-2/
CATEGORIES:Jamaica,wireless,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230216
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
CREATED:20221228T151537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221228T151537Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop on Effective Legal Frameworks for Building the Digital Economy
DESCRIPTION:THE COMMONWEALTH CONNECTIVITY AGENDA    \nCommonwealth Leaders adopted the Commonwealth Connectivity Agenda (CCA) at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in April 2018\, with a view to boosting trade and investment links across the Commonwealth and raising intra-Commonwealth trade to US$2 trillion by 2030. The CCA is structured around five (5) clusters/working groups\, each of which is chaired by a member state and in which members participate on a voluntary\, opt-in basis. The topics of focus of the various working groups have originated in members themselves and are as follows: – \n\nPhysical Connectivity focusing on digital infrastructure and led by the Gambia\nDigital Connectivity focusing on digital transformation and the digital economy and co-led by South Africa and the United Kingdom\nRegulatory Connectivity focusing on the regulatory environment for MSMEs and led by Barbados\nBusiness-to-Business Connectivity focusing on improving Commonwealth business links and dialogue between public and private sectors\, led by Bangladesh\, and\nSupply Side Connectivity focusing on leveraging digitalisation into the agricultural and fisheries sectors and led by Vanuatu\n\nEach Cluster serves as a platform for knowledge sharing among member states of the Commonwealth so that Commonwealth countries can effectively learn from the policy successes and failures of other members. \nIn light of the growing importance of creating strong and resilient digital economies and the correlative need to create an adequate enabling environment through the creation of effective and cohesive legal frameworks\, the CCA is desirous of partnering with CTU in order to deliver a three (3) day training workshop in relation to the development of legal frameworks within the region that support the digital economy. \n\nTarget Participants\n\nThe target audience for the Training Worksop comprises of key policy makers\, governmental officials\, senior ICT officials and technocrats as well as legal reform officers [Office of the Attorney General] involved in Information and Communications Technology and the digital trade/economy spheres.
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/workshop-effective-legal-frameworks-building-digital-economy/
CATEGORIES:Barbados,Digital Economy,International,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Jamaica:20230216T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Jamaica:20230216T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T134055
CREATED:20221228T151921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230611T181922Z
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SUMMARY:Smart Seas Toolkit Assessment Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Venue: Online via Zoom Videoconferencing\nThe Smart Seas Toolkit is aimed at increasing the resilience of Caribbean small-scale fishers through information and communications technologies\, with emphasis on the maritime communications enabling environment. \nDuring this workshop\, the Smart Seas team will present and solicit feedback on the Project’s online toolkit\, which comprises resources aimed at increasing the resilience of Caribbean small-scale fishers through information and communications technologies\, with emphasis on the maritime communications enabling environment. \nThese resources include\, but are not limited to: \n\nA UN compliance checklist\nMaritime band radio licensing form template\nGuidelines to specify Sea Area A1\nNominal VHF-DSC radio curricula for small-scale fishers and coast station operators\n\n  \nREGISTER
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/smart-seas-toolkit-assessment-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Marine,Online,wireless,Workshop
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