Roundup: for the week ending 18 May 2025
A roundup of the latest ICT/technology news from across the Caribbean region for the period Monday 12 May to Sunday 28 February 2025.
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Tag: devices
Is the Caribbean becoming a haven for e-waste?
World-renowned for sun, sea and surf, and a haven for the rich and famous, the Caribbean countries are also grappling with millions of tonnes of electronic (e-)waste produced annually, with limited infrastructure and resources to properly address the issue. In anticipation of Earth Day, which is celebrated on 22 April, we highlight the challenges and some of the national and regional efforts to mitigate the risks.
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Roundup: for the week ending 9 February 2025
A roundup of the latest ICT/technology news from across the Caribbean region for the period Monday 3 February to Sunday 9 February 2025.
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The circular economy and how tech consumers can lead the charge
The term ‘circular economy’ is not often mentioned in the ICT and technology space, though every sector is being charged with becoming greener and adopting more environmentally sustainable practices. However, consumers also have a role to play and could drive efforts towards a more sustainable future.
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End of an era: The decommissioning of 2G mobile/cellular networks in the Caribbean
On or around 4 September 2024, Digicel would have shut down its 2G mobile/cellular network across the Caribbean region. With both of the regional carriers no longer supporting 2G, we highlight some pros, cons and implications of 2G and other technologies being decommissioned.
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