{"id":141839,"date":"2018-11-05T06:00:14","date_gmt":"2018-11-05T11:00:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ict-pulse.com\/?p=141839"},"modified":"2018-11-04T16:01:12","modified_gmt":"2018-11-04T21:01:12","slug":"roundup-week-4-november-2018","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ict-pulse.com\/2018\/11\/roundup-week-4-november-2018\/","title":{"rendered":"Roundup: for the week ending 4 November 2018"},"content":{"rendered":"

A roundup of the latest ICT\/technology news from across the Caribbean region for the period Monday 29 October to Sunday 4 November 2018.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Monday, 29 October 2018<\/h3>\n

Young Bahamian employed at Google shares knowledge with GB students<\/h4>\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 As the country moves towards becoming more technologically proficient, Kristie Powell, a young and talented Bahamian employed at Tech giant Google in Silicon Valley, is giving back to The Bahamas by passing her knowledge, passion and experience to other young Bahamians\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

New Regulations Coming For Fintech Firms In Barbados<\/h4>\n

Barbados\u00a0<\/em>\u2013 Some of the services of financial technology (fintech) firms in Barbados could soon be regulated\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

FLOW IS A RIP-OFF COMPANY<\/h4>\n

Grenada <\/em>\u2013 Please permit me space in your widely read newspaper to express my utmost disgust with Lime\/ Flow\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Hughes says working to meet deadline for liberalising telecoms<\/h4>\n

Guyana\u00a0<\/em>\u2013 Public Telecommunications Minister Catherine Hughes has assured that she is working around the clock to ensure that the end-of-year deadline for the liberalisation of the telecoms sector is met\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Chuck says Wi-Fi in courts will improve efficiency of surveillance system<\/h4>\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 Minister of Justice, Delroy Chuck, says Wi-Fi service in courthouses across Jamaica will improve the efficiency of the surveillance system being put in place to ensure the safety and security of all users of the courts\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Jamaica? The Next Tech Outsourcing Hub?<\/h4>\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 After securing world-leading 233 percent stock market growth (yes, it\u2019s true) according to a report published earlier this month by Bloomberg, alongside billions of dollars\u2019 worth of Chinese investment, is this tropical island on the doorstep of the USA making the transition from tourists to tech? \u2026more<\/a><\/p>\n

CXC pilots e-certificates on blockchain<\/h4>\n

Regional <\/em>\u2013 In a move aimed at boosting security and portability of official examinations records, the Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) will pilot Blockcerts or blockchain-based credentials to a limited number of candidates starting on Wednesday, October 31\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Police Warns Perpetrators of Cybercrimes<\/h4>\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The police is warning perpetrators of cybercrimes that they will be apprehended and dealt with decisively\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Caribbean Nationals Victorious in ARIN Elections<\/h4>\n

Regional <\/em>\u2013 Three Caribbean candidates \u2014 Peter Harrison, Alicia Trotman and Kerrie-Ann Richards \u2014 have been elected to leadership roles at the American Registry of Internet Numbers (ARIN)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Kelver Darroux appointed Chairman of ECTEL\u2019s Council of Ministers<\/h4>\n

Regional <\/em>\u2013 The Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) announces the appointment of the Honourable Kelver Darroux, Minister of Information, Science, Telecommunications and Technology of the Commonwealth of Dominica, as the new Chairman of ECTEL\u2019s Council of Ministers for the period 1st October 2018 to 31st September 2019\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

\"\"Federation leads Information Communication and Technologies<\/h4>\n

Saint Kitts and Nevis <\/em>\u2013 ith the increased use of technology in everyday life, the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis continues to be a leader in deploying Information Communication and Technologies (ICTs) and enhancing efficiencies and citizen-centric services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Primary school students being taught computer skills for cutting-edge careers<\/h4>\n

Saint Kitts and Nevis <\/em>\u2013 Primary school students in St. Kitts and Nevis will receive training in computer code and coding\/programming to ensure that they capitalize on the growing opportunities for Information, Communication and Technology (ICT)-enhanced skills\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Digital government can deliver GDP savings<\/h4>\n

Trinidad and Tobago<\/em>\u2013 AN effective knowledge-based economy can deliver economic savings of one working week per year or two per cent of a country\u2019s Gross Domestic Product (GDP)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Tuesday, 30 October 2018<\/h3>\n

Skills Mismatch in the Agriculture and ICT Labor Markets<\/h4>\n

Belize <\/em>\u2013 The Belize Chamber of Commerce (BCCI) is the employer\u2019s representative for Belize. The BCCI is recognized by the ILO. Many employers have often guessed that students leave schools without the necessary skills needed for the workforce. Now a study has shown that there is no need to guess as it is true\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Govt. pushes GTT, Digicel for interim inter-connectivity arrangement<\/h4>\n

Guyana <\/em>\u2013 Given ongoing court battles, Government is pushing Digicel and the Guyana Telephone and Telegraph Company (GTT) to work out an interim inter-connectivity agreement\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

IT labs inaugurated at Eccles, Tucville primary schools<\/h4>\n

Guyana<\/em>\u2013 The Ministry of Education yesterday commissioned two new IT laboratories at the Eccles and Tucville Primary Schools\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Cyber attack… Senior cop issues warning<\/h4>\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 Assistant Commissioner of Police Fitz Bailey said that too many individuals “are posting material that are degrading, defaming, lewd, and rude, (which) can cause people to feel embarrassed, threatened or placed in fear\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Endless possibilities with virtual reality<\/h4>\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The world of business is shifting at an unmatched pace, with technology driving change both positive and negative in just about every sector. Business competitiveness in the modern era is largely dependent on an organisation’s agility and ability to adapt to these shifts. One of these technologies is virtual reality (VR)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

\"\"Free Wi-Fi for courts early next year<\/h4>\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 THE Ministry of Justice has signed a contract with technology firm Growth-Tech Limited for the supply of Wi-Fi modems in all courthouses across Jamaica and the provision of wireless Internet\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Jamaica Society For The Blind Equipped With Special Computers<\/h4>\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 Committing to support the Jamaica Society for the Blind (JSB) at a recent road race, organisers at Running Events Jamaica delivered on their promise, donating 24 HP personal computers to the society, specially equipped with non-visual desktop access (NVDA) software\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Airbnb and CTO strengthen partnership to drive regional tourism<\/h4>\n

Regional <\/em>\u2013 Chris Lehane, Head of Global Policy and Public Affairs for Airbnb and Hugh Riley, CEO and Secretary General of the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on October 24, during Riley\u2019s visit to Airbnb headquarters in San Francisco\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Digicel Group Limited Extends Early Tender Date for Exchange Offers and Consent Solicitations<\/h4>\n

Regional <\/em>\u2013 Digicel Group Limited (“Digicel”) today announced that two of its subsidiaries are extending the early tender date (the “Early Tender Date”) and expiration date (the “Expiration Date”) of each of their previously announced Exchange Offers (as defined below) with respect to certain series of Digicel Group Limited’s outstanding senior notes\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Wednesday, 31 October 2018<\/h3>\n

19 more tech ready<\/h4>\n

Barbados<\/em>\u2013 The Aron and Christina Foundation donated 19 Kindle Fire Tablets to the students of Workman\u2019s Primary School this morning\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Guyana: Commonwealth concerned at technological gap in trade<\/h4>\n

Guyana <\/em>\u2013 A senior official of the London-based Commonwealth Secretariat says efforts are being made to bridge the technological gap in trade\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Contracts Signed for Tablets in Schools Project<\/h4>\n

Jamaica<\/em>\u2013 A new phase of the Tablets in Schools Project is slated to get under way soon, following the signing of two contracts totalling US$30 million\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

C&WJ Owners To Vote On Reorganisation Nov 21<\/h4>\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 Telecom provider Cable & Wireless Jamaica, C&WJ, is making headway on its plans to reorganise the company under a new scheme of arrangement that it previously indicated was part of the plan to take the company private\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

OUR Extends Permissive 10-Digit Dialling Until March 2019<\/h4>\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Office of Utilities Regulation (OUR) is reporting that a decision has been taken to extend the permissive 10-digit dialling period by five months, to March 30, 2019\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Thursday, 1 November 2018<\/h3>\n

BTVI Receives Technology Gift<\/h4>\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 The Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI) recently received a donation of 13 desktop computers and 15 monitors for its Student Resource Centre\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

\"\"Gaming operators to collect data on addictive players<\/h4>\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 As there is little information available about persons who are addicted to gaming, The Bahamas Gaming Operators Association has partnered with government to study the gaming patterns of players, said Chief Executive Officer of the BGOA, Gershan Major\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

RBC promoting digital banking<\/h4>\n

Regional <\/em>\u2013 Canadian-based Royal Bank of Canada, remains optimistic about a seamless transition into digital banking for its scores of clients around the globe, according to David Hewick, Senior Director of Channels, RBC Caribbean\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Digicel Trinidad & Tobago Stands Committed To Assisting This Country\u2019s Economic Recovery.<\/h4>\n

Trinidad and Tobago<\/em>\u2013 As Trinidad and Tobago continues to edge towards an economic recovery, one international company is reiterating its intentions to continue its contribution toward that development\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Digital future where no one is left behind<\/h4>\n

Trinidad and Tobago<\/em>\u2013 Technology continues to evolve exponentially each year. Many of these advancements are experienced by people throughout TT\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Friday, 2 November 2018<\/h3>\n

Aliv Targets Summer 2019 ‘Break Even’<\/h4>\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Aliv is targeting an operating income “break even” position by summer 2019 as it transitions from start-up losses that totalled more than $109m during its first two years\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Cable Pushes $97m Debt Repay To 2020<\/h4>\n

Bahamas\u00a0<\/em>\u2013 Cable Bahamas has secured a two-year extension for repaying $97.169m of debt that was falling due, and which had caused current liabilities to exceed assets by 95.6 percent\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Blockchain regulatory sandbox kicks off in Barbados<\/h4>\n

Barbados <\/em>\u2013 The Central Bank of Barbados and the Financial Services Commission have jointly launched their first regulatory sandbox with Bitt Digital Inc\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

EDITOR\u2019S NOTEBOOK: Start-ups will need support<\/h4>\n

Barbados <\/em>\u2013 All the talk these days is about entrepreneurship and self-employment. These are the choice words from our politicians\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Digicel extends deadline for bondholders<\/h4>\n

Jamaica<\/em>\u2013 Digicel has again extended a deadline for its bondholders to accept an offer to swap US$3 billion\u00a0\u00a0 of\u00a0 outstanding debt for new securities with later maturity dates\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Focus on Geospatial Technologies<\/h4>\n

Jamaica<\/em>\u2013 The Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, through the National Spatial Data Management Division (NSDMD), will observe National Geography Awareness Week 2018 under the theme \u2018Geospatial Technologies: Driving Logistics and Transportation\u2019\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Judi-Ann Edwards | Free Wi-Fi And Data Protection<\/h4>\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The introduction of free Wi-Fi on buses and at business establishments has been categorised as a cutting-edge initiative, and perhaps rightly so. It is a known fact that several businesses, from restaurants to banks, offer free Wi-Fi as a selling point to attract customers\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Mastercard Uses Jamaica As Pilot For \u2018I Accept\u2019<\/h4>\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 With approximately 11,000 merchant locations accepting Mastercard on the island, the leading technology company in the global payments industry said the decision to use Jamaica as the first Caribbean island to launch its ‘I Accept’ campaign was an excellent idea\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court introduces e-Litigation system<\/h4>\n

Regional\u00a0<\/em>\u2013 The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court (ECSC) is implementing an Integrated Electronic Litigation (e-Litigation) system within all courts in all the nine-member Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) for the electronic management of cases\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Estonia Inspires E-Governance Roadmap for the Caribbean<\/h4>\n

Regional <\/em>\u2013 \u00a0After an intensive week of training and consultations in Estonia, a group of Caribbean policy makers is inspired to improve digital governance in the region\u2026more<\/a><\/p>\n

Regional bankers urged to embrace technology<\/h4>\n

Regional <\/em>\u2013 \u00a0Bahamas Finance Minister K. Peter Turnquest has told Caribbean bankers that digitisation is not just the new normal in banking, but a new normal in life and part of the global shift towards openness, transparency, access and engagement\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

BELFUND launches new website to cater to \u201cdigital customers\u201d<\/h4>\n

Saint Lucia <\/em>\u2013 \u00a0The James Belgrave Micro Enterprise Fund ( BELFUND) has unveiled a redesigned website to provide an improved customer experience to clients and potential clients looking for finance for their small and micro-businesses\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

\"\"Flow Doubles Down on Mobile Data!<\/h4>\n

Saint Lucia <\/em>\u2013 Customers on Saint Lucia\u2019s first, fastest, and most reliable 4G LTE mobile data network are in for a pre-Christmas treat, as Flow is giving prepaid users double the value of whatever package they subscribe to\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Say hello to St. Lucia\u2019s only island-wide LTE network<\/h4>\n

Saint Lucia <\/em>\u2013 Digicel customers can now enjoy blazing-fast mobile speeds on St. Lucia\u2019s only island-wide superfast Long-Term Evolution (LTE) network\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Flow Partners With ECCB<\/h4>\n

Saint Vincent of the Grenadines<\/em>\u2013 Telecommunications company Flow last week Thursday, joined forces with the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) in the Bank\u2019s drive to raise Vincentians\u2019 awareness of financial empowerment and the digital financial environment\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Saturday, 3 November 2018<\/h3>\n

GOVERNMENT PUSHING ENTREPRENEURSHIP<\/h4>\n

Barbados<\/em>\u2013 Minister of Youth and Community Empowerment Adrian Forde is assuring young entrepreneurs that Government will do everything possible to give them the platform needed to showcase their creativity and talent\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

Sunday, 4 November 2018<\/h3>\n

NIDS Lessons From Estonia<\/h4>\n

Jamaica<\/em>\u2013 Chief Technical Director in the Office of the Prime Minister, Jacqueline Lynch-Stewart, has returned from a visit to Estonia with fresh enthusiasm over the proposed National Identification System (NIDS)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n

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