VC Bird International Airport launches revamped website as Independence treat<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Antigua and Barbuda <\/em>\u2013 The VC Bird International Airport has launched its revamped and innovatively enhanced website aimed at introducing yet another level of convenience to the travelling public\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
AUTOMATED SOLUTIONS: Bahamian software firm introduces HR and payroll platform<\/h4>\n\n\n\nBahamas <\/em>\u2013 A Bahamian software development company said its new human resources and payroll platform will increase efficiency and provide significant cost savings for businesses through the automation of key functions\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n1000 Scholarships Available for Women in ICT in Caribbean and LATAM<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Huawei and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) in Mexico are calling for women across the Caribbean region to apply for the \u201c1000 Talented Women\u201d program, which seeks to promote female digital development and reduce the digital divide and gender gap in the region\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Huawei launches Spark program for Latin America, Caribbean<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 Huawei officially launched its Spark program in Latin America and the Caribbean last week, aiming to recruit 139 technology startups within next year\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
OfReg resumes search for board directors<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCayman Islands <\/em>\u2013 The beleaguered utilities regulator, OfReg, appears to be having trouble finding people who are not just capable but also willing to serve on the board as non-executive directors\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
GTT promises to reduce backlog of landline applications in Bartica<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana <\/em>\u2013 Following a meeting with the mayor and residents in Bartica, Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni), the Guyana Telephone and Telegraph (GTT) said that over the weekend installed and connected more than 20 schools and residents with landline services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Future leader Martin Bartley has big plans for the tech industry<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The 2021 NCB Foundation scholarship recipients are all pursuing degrees in digital programmes\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jamaica Telecom Market Strategic Analysis, Insights, Forecasts and Opportunities to 2021-2025<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 This contemporary research presentation and detailed market research synopsis on Jamaica Telecom market is a real time presentation of all the specific market developments that have a lingering impact on current growth trajectory, besides also harping on vital predications in the realm of future growth scope\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
NCB Group enters fintech market<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 NCB Financial Group (NCBFG) has created a new fintech company, TFOB (2021) Limited, staffed with tech-savvy IT and data analytics professionals, to build out its newest project, the Lynk payment platform that will be a conduit for the bank\u2019s participation in the pilot digital currency or CBDC pilot being undertaken by the Bank of Jamaica\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tuesday, 2 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nARAWAKX PORTFOLIO EXPANDS: Women entrepreneurs seek $1.8M capital raise for food production hub<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Two Bahamian women entrepreneurs who have teamed up to provide a food production hub\/incubator primarily for culinary professionals and agro-producers are seeking to raise $1.8 million in funding via the ArawakX crowdfunding platform\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
STEADY RISE IN DIGITAL CURRENCY: Central Bank estimates \u2018north of $300K\u2019 Sand Dollars in circulation<\/h4>\n\n\n\nBahamas <\/em>\u2013 The Central Bank estimates that in excess of 20,000 individuals are currently utilizing Sand Dollars, with \u201cnorth of $300,000\u201d of the digital currency currently in circulation\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Red appoints new digital director<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 Red Advertising & Marketing has appointed Justin Beausoleil as its digital director. The experienced digital marketing professional will initially be based in Trinidad but will work with Red\u2019s clients across the Caribbean and will continue the Agency\u2019s development as a leader of the digital advertising and marketing revolution\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nSt Lucian minister assumes chairmanship of ECTEL\u2019s Council<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean<\/em> \u2013 ST LUCIA\u2019S Senior Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Port, Transport, Physical Development and Urban Renewal, Stephenson King, has assumed the chairmanship of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digital Currency Promises New Opportunities For MSMEs<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Local entrepreneurs are heralding the opportunities that now exist for Jamaicans due to digital transition. The stance was made at the recently concluded Wealth Summit on Digital Financial Inclusion hosted by the Ministry of Finance and the Public Service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wednesday, 3 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nBeware of WhatsApp scam says Digi<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Belize <\/em>\u2013 Belize Telemedia Limited (BTL), doing business as Digi, has informed customers of attempts to scam them using the instant messaging app WhatsApp, owned by Facebook\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digicel anticipates renewed investor interest in its bonds<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 The sale of the Digicel Pacific holdings is expected to alleviate some of the cash pressures faced by the indebted telecom provider, and improve its ratings, an outcome that the telecom provider predicts should make its bonds more attractive to investors\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liberty Latin America sales up 34% in Q3 on customer adds, new assets<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean<\/em> \u2013 Liberty Latin America (LLA) reported revenues of USD 1.19 billion in the third quarter, up 34 percent year on year on customer additions and the contribution of newly-acquired assets in Puerto Rico above all\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Testing, testing, cybersecurity is a must<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 A formidable cybersecurity testing strategy helps to mitigate potential attacks if a business is to be deliberate about its mitigation practices\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
GTT to reduce backlog of landline applications in Bartica<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana <\/em>\u2013 Following a recent meeting with the mayor and residents in Bartica, Region Seven, GTT over the weekend installed and connected over 20 schools and residents with landline services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Amber Innovations to help companies fill technical needs with resources-for-hire service<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Businesses across Jamaica can now outsource a full technology team to fill technical gaps, and strengthen their core operations with Amber Innovations’ recently launched ‘Hire Resource Services’\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Conduent considers the end of work-from-home<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 An employee at Conduent shared with the Jamaica Observer an e-mail circulated from management-level staff which showed that the company wants to reduce the number of those who currently are working from home\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nDigital switchover set to cost broadcasters in 2022<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Broadcasting Commission has issued a request for a technical consultancy to guide the digital switchover (DSO) process, slated to begin in 2022. The switchover will create room for the issue of more licences and new product providers in broadcasting\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sales platform developer hopes to plug into post-pandemic online boom<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A year ago, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, then 31-year-old entrepreneur and computer programmer Kareem Jennings diversified his party-promoting and printing business, launching The PLUG online platform designed to drive sales and improve customer experience for businesses\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
‘Skills for the Future’ programme graduates 131 students<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 More Jamaicans are better prepared to navigate the digital society and find new opportunities online thanks to the Flow Foundation\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tech specialist files for injunction against COVID-19 mandate at Digicel<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A senior data specialist at telecoms firm Digicel Jamaica has sought an injunction from the Supreme Court to block the implementation of the company’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy\u2026 m<\/a>o<\/a>re<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Testing, testing, cybersecurity is a must<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A formidable cybersecurity testing strategy helps to mitigate potential attacks if a business is to be deliberate about its mitigation practices\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
That woman in tech<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 The conversation is ripe for the picking, and many feel it’s overdone. And yet some would be surprised to know that the number of women in the technology field is still vastly inferior to that of their male counterparts\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Group targets 90% digitisation by 2023<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 As part of its transformation, the VM Group is introducing new applications and upgrading digital channels to make it easier for customers to do business\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Trinidad Launches Exclusive Ministry for Digital Transformation<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago <\/em>\u2013 Trinidad & Tobago has launched an exclusive ministry for digital transformation, arming it with $280 million (US$41 million) in funding\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thursday, 4 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/fgd.dfv.mybluehost.me\/.website_c81a1e61\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/05\/BTCLogo-The-Eleutheran.jpg?resize=342%2C202&ssl=1\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nBTC Revenues Up 7% To $48m<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) generated a 7 percent year-over-over increase in 2021 third quarter revenues after adding 3,000 Internet and TV subscribers in the period\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
BTL Working Along with BEL on Rural Projects<\/h4>\n\n\n\nBelize<\/em> \u2013 Access to electricity paves the way for access to devices like cell phones and radios, critical items in times of emergency as well as information sharing. DIGI representatives are touring these rural communities alongside the Ministry to identify solutions for greater access to communication\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
CANTO pledges support for Huawei\u2019s 1000 scholarships for Caribbean and LatAm women in ICT<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 CANTO has pledged to support Huawei and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) in Mexico in the below detailed initiative. Huawei and the Minister of Foreign Affairs (SRE) are calling for women across the Caribbean region to apply for the \u201c1000 Talented Women\u201d program, which seeks to promote female digital development and reduce the digital divide and gender gap in the region\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
ADVERTORIAL | Cybersecurity and AI technologies should support work from home model<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 While a VPN connection will ensure communication between an endpoint and the securely encrypted corporate network, potential risks still exist as persons working from home\/remotely may have access to unsecured networks and malicious websites\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vaccine tug of war as Digicel faces injunction bid<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Chairman of Cari-Med Group, Dr Glen Christian, says his company will not backtrack from its mandatory COVID-19 vaccine-or-test policy amid a steady increase in litigation against companies holding a similar line, the latest coming against telecommunications giant Digicel\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wi-Fi hotspots for Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The communities of Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse in the Westmoreland Eastern constituency are to benefit from the installation of Wi-Fi hotspots\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electricity, Water, and fibre now at Mullet Bay Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSint Maarten <\/em>\u2013 The Minister of Public Housing, Environment, Spatial Planning, and Infrastructure (Ministry of VROMI) Hon. Egbert J. Doran announced on Thursday that a project is currently underway which will further enhance the overall experience at Mullet Bay Beach for residents and tourists who visit one of the island’s most popular beaches\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Friday, 5 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nDigital platform foreshadowed for farmers, fishermen<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Relief is on the way for farmers and fishermen in the Family Islands who have traditionally had to travel to New Providence to apply for permits\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
GTT to interview persons for range of vacancies at career fair on Friday<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana <\/em>\u2013 Close to thirty persons are expected to be hired within the telecommunications sector when GTT hosts its first career fair on Friday, November 5, 2021, at its 55 Brickdam Retail location (Blackberry Store)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Innovations to explore new fintech products<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 VM Innovations, the fintech arm of the VM Group, said it is positioning to take advantage of some new financial products in the market including the much-touted central bank digital currency (CBDC)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
FLOW Apologises For Service Interruption<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Flow St. Vincent has confirmed that it has been recently experiencing technical issues on its voice and broadband services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
IML establishes new Digital Services Division<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Interactive Media Limited (IML) announced today, the establishment of its new Digital Services Division which will help businesses in St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) and around the region transform themselves so as to more effectively participate in the digital economy\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nNTRC Icode784 Finals Set<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 The stage is set for the finals of the 2021 National Telecommunication Regulatory Commission\u2019s (NTRC) icode784 competition. The finals will be held on November 24 following the conclusion of judging in the preliminary phase of November 3\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Robust Telecom Regulations Coming<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Subscribers of telecommuni-cations services are being asked to remain patient until early 2022, when legislation is expected to be brought to Parliament\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digicel CEO talks leadership at UWI event<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Throughout the pandemic, Digicel employees stayed motivated by maintaining focus on their purpose and mission to keep customers connected to the people and experiences they needed\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saturday, 6 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nTechnology and youth the way forward for economic development<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Barbados <\/em>\u2013 The Caribbean has the potential to become a leading global technological and creative hub, by utilising its key resource, the youth\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liberty Latin America Ltd (LILA) Q3 2021 Earnings Call Transcript<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for standing by\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Flow goes to work in ‘the Neighbourhood’<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Leading telecommunications and entertainment services provider, Flow set out to work the “neighbourhood” in a campaign to improve customer service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sunday, 7 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nECTEL Introduces EC Bill in Quest to Develop Digital Economy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Member states of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) plan on taking a bolder approach to regulate a more robust and efficient \u2018digital economy\u2019 in the face of the Covid-19 crisis\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nFitch and Moody’s caution Digicel on pending credit rating<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Having announced that they will be upgrading their credit rating of Digicel, international credit ratings agencies, Fitch and Moody’s have hinted that the revised rating might not be so favourable as expected\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Cybercrime Act and offences<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana<\/em> \u2013 Cybercrime is the use of a computer to carry out illegal acts. Cybercrimes are usually done with the use of the internet and the different instruments that it has available, and most people are not aware of this Act and the penalties that are attached to offences that fall under this Act\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Issues with Flow, pensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Dear Claudienne, I have a problem with Flow in respect of billing discrepancies on my account. The problem is that FLOW has been charging me for items I have already paid for and which have been duplicated on their billing invoice\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
JTDA launches Caribbean tech alliance fund<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Jamaica Technology and Digital Alliance (JTDA) has partnered with RealDecoy, a global digital commerce company, to develop a crowdfunding platform for local and Caribbean tech projects and fund-raisers\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Uber partners with Visa Jamaica to offer discounted leases<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Uber has partnered with Visa to offer discounted leases to its users to encourage more in-app card use. This initiative aims to reward Uber users that are Visa cardholders. The Uber app has been available in Jamaica since June\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n1000 Scholarships Available for Women in ICT in Caribbean and LATAM<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Huawei and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) in Mexico are calling for women across the Caribbean region to apply for the \u201c1000 Talented Women\u201d program, which seeks to promote female digital development and reduce the digital divide and gender gap in the region\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Huawei launches Spark program for Latin America, Caribbean<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 Huawei officially launched its Spark program in Latin America and the Caribbean last week, aiming to recruit 139 technology startups within next year\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
OfReg resumes search for board directors<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCayman Islands <\/em>\u2013 The beleaguered utilities regulator, OfReg, appears to be having trouble finding people who are not just capable but also willing to serve on the board as non-executive directors\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
GTT promises to reduce backlog of landline applications in Bartica<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana <\/em>\u2013 Following a meeting with the mayor and residents in Bartica, Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni), the Guyana Telephone and Telegraph (GTT) said that over the weekend installed and connected more than 20 schools and residents with landline services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Future leader Martin Bartley has big plans for the tech industry<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The 2021 NCB Foundation scholarship recipients are all pursuing degrees in digital programmes\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jamaica Telecom Market Strategic Analysis, Insights, Forecasts and Opportunities to 2021-2025<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 This contemporary research presentation and detailed market research synopsis on Jamaica Telecom market is a real time presentation of all the specific market developments that have a lingering impact on current growth trajectory, besides also harping on vital predications in the realm of future growth scope\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
NCB Group enters fintech market<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 NCB Financial Group (NCBFG) has created a new fintech company, TFOB (2021) Limited, staffed with tech-savvy IT and data analytics professionals, to build out its newest project, the Lynk payment platform that will be a conduit for the bank\u2019s participation in the pilot digital currency or CBDC pilot being undertaken by the Bank of Jamaica\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tuesday, 2 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nARAWAKX PORTFOLIO EXPANDS: Women entrepreneurs seek $1.8M capital raise for food production hub<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Two Bahamian women entrepreneurs who have teamed up to provide a food production hub\/incubator primarily for culinary professionals and agro-producers are seeking to raise $1.8 million in funding via the ArawakX crowdfunding platform\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
STEADY RISE IN DIGITAL CURRENCY: Central Bank estimates \u2018north of $300K\u2019 Sand Dollars in circulation<\/h4>\n\n\n\nBahamas <\/em>\u2013 The Central Bank estimates that in excess of 20,000 individuals are currently utilizing Sand Dollars, with \u201cnorth of $300,000\u201d of the digital currency currently in circulation\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Red appoints new digital director<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 Red Advertising & Marketing has appointed Justin Beausoleil as its digital director. The experienced digital marketing professional will initially be based in Trinidad but will work with Red\u2019s clients across the Caribbean and will continue the Agency\u2019s development as a leader of the digital advertising and marketing revolution\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nSt Lucian minister assumes chairmanship of ECTEL\u2019s Council<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean<\/em> \u2013 ST LUCIA\u2019S Senior Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Port, Transport, Physical Development and Urban Renewal, Stephenson King, has assumed the chairmanship of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digital Currency Promises New Opportunities For MSMEs<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Local entrepreneurs are heralding the opportunities that now exist for Jamaicans due to digital transition. The stance was made at the recently concluded Wealth Summit on Digital Financial Inclusion hosted by the Ministry of Finance and the Public Service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wednesday, 3 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nBeware of WhatsApp scam says Digi<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Belize <\/em>\u2013 Belize Telemedia Limited (BTL), doing business as Digi, has informed customers of attempts to scam them using the instant messaging app WhatsApp, owned by Facebook\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digicel anticipates renewed investor interest in its bonds<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 The sale of the Digicel Pacific holdings is expected to alleviate some of the cash pressures faced by the indebted telecom provider, and improve its ratings, an outcome that the telecom provider predicts should make its bonds more attractive to investors\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liberty Latin America sales up 34% in Q3 on customer adds, new assets<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean<\/em> \u2013 Liberty Latin America (LLA) reported revenues of USD 1.19 billion in the third quarter, up 34 percent year on year on customer additions and the contribution of newly-acquired assets in Puerto Rico above all\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Testing, testing, cybersecurity is a must<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 A formidable cybersecurity testing strategy helps to mitigate potential attacks if a business is to be deliberate about its mitigation practices\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
GTT to reduce backlog of landline applications in Bartica<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana <\/em>\u2013 Following a recent meeting with the mayor and residents in Bartica, Region Seven, GTT over the weekend installed and connected over 20 schools and residents with landline services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Amber Innovations to help companies fill technical needs with resources-for-hire service<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Businesses across Jamaica can now outsource a full technology team to fill technical gaps, and strengthen their core operations with Amber Innovations’ recently launched ‘Hire Resource Services’\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Conduent considers the end of work-from-home<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 An employee at Conduent shared with the Jamaica Observer an e-mail circulated from management-level staff which showed that the company wants to reduce the number of those who currently are working from home\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nDigital switchover set to cost broadcasters in 2022<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Broadcasting Commission has issued a request for a technical consultancy to guide the digital switchover (DSO) process, slated to begin in 2022. The switchover will create room for the issue of more licences and new product providers in broadcasting\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sales platform developer hopes to plug into post-pandemic online boom<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A year ago, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, then 31-year-old entrepreneur and computer programmer Kareem Jennings diversified his party-promoting and printing business, launching The PLUG online platform designed to drive sales and improve customer experience for businesses\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
‘Skills for the Future’ programme graduates 131 students<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 More Jamaicans are better prepared to navigate the digital society and find new opportunities online thanks to the Flow Foundation\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tech specialist files for injunction against COVID-19 mandate at Digicel<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A senior data specialist at telecoms firm Digicel Jamaica has sought an injunction from the Supreme Court to block the implementation of the company’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy\u2026 m<\/a>o<\/a>re<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Testing, testing, cybersecurity is a must<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A formidable cybersecurity testing strategy helps to mitigate potential attacks if a business is to be deliberate about its mitigation practices\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
That woman in tech<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 The conversation is ripe for the picking, and many feel it’s overdone. And yet some would be surprised to know that the number of women in the technology field is still vastly inferior to that of their male counterparts\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Group targets 90% digitisation by 2023<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 As part of its transformation, the VM Group is introducing new applications and upgrading digital channels to make it easier for customers to do business\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Trinidad Launches Exclusive Ministry for Digital Transformation<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago <\/em>\u2013 Trinidad & Tobago has launched an exclusive ministry for digital transformation, arming it with $280 million (US$41 million) in funding\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thursday, 4 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nBTC Revenues Up 7% To $48m<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) generated a 7 percent year-over-over increase in 2021 third quarter revenues after adding 3,000 Internet and TV subscribers in the period\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
BTL Working Along with BEL on Rural Projects<\/h4>\n\n\n\nBelize<\/em> \u2013 Access to electricity paves the way for access to devices like cell phones and radios, critical items in times of emergency as well as information sharing. DIGI representatives are touring these rural communities alongside the Ministry to identify solutions for greater access to communication\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
CANTO pledges support for Huawei\u2019s 1000 scholarships for Caribbean and LatAm women in ICT<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 CANTO has pledged to support Huawei and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) in Mexico in the below detailed initiative. Huawei and the Minister of Foreign Affairs (SRE) are calling for women across the Caribbean region to apply for the \u201c1000 Talented Women\u201d program, which seeks to promote female digital development and reduce the digital divide and gender gap in the region\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
ADVERTORIAL | Cybersecurity and AI technologies should support work from home model<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 While a VPN connection will ensure communication between an endpoint and the securely encrypted corporate network, potential risks still exist as persons working from home\/remotely may have access to unsecured networks and malicious websites\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vaccine tug of war as Digicel faces injunction bid<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Chairman of Cari-Med Group, Dr Glen Christian, says his company will not backtrack from its mandatory COVID-19 vaccine-or-test policy amid a steady increase in litigation against companies holding a similar line, the latest coming against telecommunications giant Digicel\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wi-Fi hotspots for Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The communities of Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse in the Westmoreland Eastern constituency are to benefit from the installation of Wi-Fi hotspots\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electricity, Water, and fibre now at Mullet Bay Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSint Maarten <\/em>\u2013 The Minister of Public Housing, Environment, Spatial Planning, and Infrastructure (Ministry of VROMI) Hon. Egbert J. Doran announced on Thursday that a project is currently underway which will further enhance the overall experience at Mullet Bay Beach for residents and tourists who visit one of the island’s most popular beaches\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Friday, 5 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nDigital platform foreshadowed for farmers, fishermen<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Relief is on the way for farmers and fishermen in the Family Islands who have traditionally had to travel to New Providence to apply for permits\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
GTT to interview persons for range of vacancies at career fair on Friday<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana <\/em>\u2013 Close to thirty persons are expected to be hired within the telecommunications sector when GTT hosts its first career fair on Friday, November 5, 2021, at its 55 Brickdam Retail location (Blackberry Store)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Innovations to explore new fintech products<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 VM Innovations, the fintech arm of the VM Group, said it is positioning to take advantage of some new financial products in the market including the much-touted central bank digital currency (CBDC)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
FLOW Apologises For Service Interruption<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Flow St. Vincent has confirmed that it has been recently experiencing technical issues on its voice and broadband services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
IML establishes new Digital Services Division<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Interactive Media Limited (IML) announced today, the establishment of its new Digital Services Division which will help businesses in St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) and around the region transform themselves so as to more effectively participate in the digital economy\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nNTRC Icode784 Finals Set<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 The stage is set for the finals of the 2021 National Telecommunication Regulatory Commission\u2019s (NTRC) icode784 competition. The finals will be held on November 24 following the conclusion of judging in the preliminary phase of November 3\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Robust Telecom Regulations Coming<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Subscribers of telecommuni-cations services are being asked to remain patient until early 2022, when legislation is expected to be brought to Parliament\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digicel CEO talks leadership at UWI event<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Throughout the pandemic, Digicel employees stayed motivated by maintaining focus on their purpose and mission to keep customers connected to the people and experiences they needed\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saturday, 6 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nTechnology and youth the way forward for economic development<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Barbados <\/em>\u2013 The Caribbean has the potential to become a leading global technological and creative hub, by utilising its key resource, the youth\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liberty Latin America Ltd (LILA) Q3 2021 Earnings Call Transcript<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for standing by\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Flow goes to work in ‘the Neighbourhood’<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Leading telecommunications and entertainment services provider, Flow set out to work the “neighbourhood” in a campaign to improve customer service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sunday, 7 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nECTEL Introduces EC Bill in Quest to Develop Digital Economy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Member states of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) plan on taking a bolder approach to regulate a more robust and efficient \u2018digital economy\u2019 in the face of the Covid-19 crisis\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nFitch and Moody’s caution Digicel on pending credit rating<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Having announced that they will be upgrading their credit rating of Digicel, international credit ratings agencies, Fitch and Moody’s have hinted that the revised rating might not be so favourable as expected\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Cybercrime Act and offences<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana<\/em> \u2013 Cybercrime is the use of a computer to carry out illegal acts. Cybercrimes are usually done with the use of the internet and the different instruments that it has available, and most people are not aware of this Act and the penalties that are attached to offences that fall under this Act\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Issues with Flow, pensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Dear Claudienne, I have a problem with Flow in respect of billing discrepancies on my account. The problem is that FLOW has been charging me for items I have already paid for and which have been duplicated on their billing invoice\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
JTDA launches Caribbean tech alliance fund<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Jamaica Technology and Digital Alliance (JTDA) has partnered with RealDecoy, a global digital commerce company, to develop a crowdfunding platform for local and Caribbean tech projects and fund-raisers\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Uber partners with Visa Jamaica to offer discounted leases<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Uber has partnered with Visa to offer discounted leases to its users to encourage more in-app card use. This initiative aims to reward Uber users that are Visa cardholders. The Uber app has been available in Jamaica since June\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Image credits: rawpixel.com (Pexels<\/a>); Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; ECTEL<\/a>: Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; The Eleutheran<\/a>; Facebook<\/a>; Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cayman Islands <\/em>\u2013 The beleaguered utilities regulator, OfReg, appears to be having trouble finding people who are not just capable but also willing to serve on the board as non-executive directors\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
GTT promises to reduce backlog of landline applications in Bartica<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana <\/em>\u2013 Following a meeting with the mayor and residents in Bartica, Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni), the Guyana Telephone and Telegraph (GTT) said that over the weekend installed and connected more than 20 schools and residents with landline services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Future leader Martin Bartley has big plans for the tech industry<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The 2021 NCB Foundation scholarship recipients are all pursuing degrees in digital programmes\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jamaica Telecom Market Strategic Analysis, Insights, Forecasts and Opportunities to 2021-2025<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 This contemporary research presentation and detailed market research synopsis on Jamaica Telecom market is a real time presentation of all the specific market developments that have a lingering impact on current growth trajectory, besides also harping on vital predications in the realm of future growth scope\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
NCB Group enters fintech market<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 NCB Financial Group (NCBFG) has created a new fintech company, TFOB (2021) Limited, staffed with tech-savvy IT and data analytics professionals, to build out its newest project, the Lynk payment platform that will be a conduit for the bank\u2019s participation in the pilot digital currency or CBDC pilot being undertaken by the Bank of Jamaica\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tuesday, 2 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nARAWAKX PORTFOLIO EXPANDS: Women entrepreneurs seek $1.8M capital raise for food production hub<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Two Bahamian women entrepreneurs who have teamed up to provide a food production hub\/incubator primarily for culinary professionals and agro-producers are seeking to raise $1.8 million in funding via the ArawakX crowdfunding platform\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
STEADY RISE IN DIGITAL CURRENCY: Central Bank estimates \u2018north of $300K\u2019 Sand Dollars in circulation<\/h4>\n\n\n\nBahamas <\/em>\u2013 The Central Bank estimates that in excess of 20,000 individuals are currently utilizing Sand Dollars, with \u201cnorth of $300,000\u201d of the digital currency currently in circulation\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Red appoints new digital director<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 Red Advertising & Marketing has appointed Justin Beausoleil as its digital director. The experienced digital marketing professional will initially be based in Trinidad but will work with Red\u2019s clients across the Caribbean and will continue the Agency\u2019s development as a leader of the digital advertising and marketing revolution\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nSt Lucian minister assumes chairmanship of ECTEL\u2019s Council<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean<\/em> \u2013 ST LUCIA\u2019S Senior Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Port, Transport, Physical Development and Urban Renewal, Stephenson King, has assumed the chairmanship of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digital Currency Promises New Opportunities For MSMEs<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Local entrepreneurs are heralding the opportunities that now exist for Jamaicans due to digital transition. The stance was made at the recently concluded Wealth Summit on Digital Financial Inclusion hosted by the Ministry of Finance and the Public Service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wednesday, 3 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nBeware of WhatsApp scam says Digi<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Belize <\/em>\u2013 Belize Telemedia Limited (BTL), doing business as Digi, has informed customers of attempts to scam them using the instant messaging app WhatsApp, owned by Facebook\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digicel anticipates renewed investor interest in its bonds<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 The sale of the Digicel Pacific holdings is expected to alleviate some of the cash pressures faced by the indebted telecom provider, and improve its ratings, an outcome that the telecom provider predicts should make its bonds more attractive to investors\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liberty Latin America sales up 34% in Q3 on customer adds, new assets<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean<\/em> \u2013 Liberty Latin America (LLA) reported revenues of USD 1.19 billion in the third quarter, up 34 percent year on year on customer additions and the contribution of newly-acquired assets in Puerto Rico above all\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Testing, testing, cybersecurity is a must<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 A formidable cybersecurity testing strategy helps to mitigate potential attacks if a business is to be deliberate about its mitigation practices\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
GTT to reduce backlog of landline applications in Bartica<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana <\/em>\u2013 Following a recent meeting with the mayor and residents in Bartica, Region Seven, GTT over the weekend installed and connected over 20 schools and residents with landline services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Amber Innovations to help companies fill technical needs with resources-for-hire service<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Businesses across Jamaica can now outsource a full technology team to fill technical gaps, and strengthen their core operations with Amber Innovations’ recently launched ‘Hire Resource Services’\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Conduent considers the end of work-from-home<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 An employee at Conduent shared with the Jamaica Observer an e-mail circulated from management-level staff which showed that the company wants to reduce the number of those who currently are working from home\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nDigital switchover set to cost broadcasters in 2022<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Broadcasting Commission has issued a request for a technical consultancy to guide the digital switchover (DSO) process, slated to begin in 2022. The switchover will create room for the issue of more licences and new product providers in broadcasting\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sales platform developer hopes to plug into post-pandemic online boom<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A year ago, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, then 31-year-old entrepreneur and computer programmer Kareem Jennings diversified his party-promoting and printing business, launching The PLUG online platform designed to drive sales and improve customer experience for businesses\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
‘Skills for the Future’ programme graduates 131 students<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 More Jamaicans are better prepared to navigate the digital society and find new opportunities online thanks to the Flow Foundation\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tech specialist files for injunction against COVID-19 mandate at Digicel<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A senior data specialist at telecoms firm Digicel Jamaica has sought an injunction from the Supreme Court to block the implementation of the company’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy\u2026 m<\/a>o<\/a>re<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Testing, testing, cybersecurity is a must<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A formidable cybersecurity testing strategy helps to mitigate potential attacks if a business is to be deliberate about its mitigation practices\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
That woman in tech<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 The conversation is ripe for the picking, and many feel it’s overdone. And yet some would be surprised to know that the number of women in the technology field is still vastly inferior to that of their male counterparts\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Group targets 90% digitisation by 2023<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 As part of its transformation, the VM Group is introducing new applications and upgrading digital channels to make it easier for customers to do business\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Trinidad Launches Exclusive Ministry for Digital Transformation<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago <\/em>\u2013 Trinidad & Tobago has launched an exclusive ministry for digital transformation, arming it with $280 million (US$41 million) in funding\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thursday, 4 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nBTC Revenues Up 7% To $48m<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) generated a 7 percent year-over-over increase in 2021 third quarter revenues after adding 3,000 Internet and TV subscribers in the period\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
BTL Working Along with BEL on Rural Projects<\/h4>\n\n\n\nBelize<\/em> \u2013 Access to electricity paves the way for access to devices like cell phones and radios, critical items in times of emergency as well as information sharing. DIGI representatives are touring these rural communities alongside the Ministry to identify solutions for greater access to communication\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
CANTO pledges support for Huawei\u2019s 1000 scholarships for Caribbean and LatAm women in ICT<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 CANTO has pledged to support Huawei and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) in Mexico in the below detailed initiative. Huawei and the Minister of Foreign Affairs (SRE) are calling for women across the Caribbean region to apply for the \u201c1000 Talented Women\u201d program, which seeks to promote female digital development and reduce the digital divide and gender gap in the region\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
ADVERTORIAL | Cybersecurity and AI technologies should support work from home model<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 While a VPN connection will ensure communication between an endpoint and the securely encrypted corporate network, potential risks still exist as persons working from home\/remotely may have access to unsecured networks and malicious websites\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vaccine tug of war as Digicel faces injunction bid<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Chairman of Cari-Med Group, Dr Glen Christian, says his company will not backtrack from its mandatory COVID-19 vaccine-or-test policy amid a steady increase in litigation against companies holding a similar line, the latest coming against telecommunications giant Digicel\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wi-Fi hotspots for Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The communities of Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse in the Westmoreland Eastern constituency are to benefit from the installation of Wi-Fi hotspots\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electricity, Water, and fibre now at Mullet Bay Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSint Maarten <\/em>\u2013 The Minister of Public Housing, Environment, Spatial Planning, and Infrastructure (Ministry of VROMI) Hon. Egbert J. Doran announced on Thursday that a project is currently underway which will further enhance the overall experience at Mullet Bay Beach for residents and tourists who visit one of the island’s most popular beaches\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Friday, 5 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nDigital platform foreshadowed for farmers, fishermen<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Relief is on the way for farmers and fishermen in the Family Islands who have traditionally had to travel to New Providence to apply for permits\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
GTT to interview persons for range of vacancies at career fair on Friday<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana <\/em>\u2013 Close to thirty persons are expected to be hired within the telecommunications sector when GTT hosts its first career fair on Friday, November 5, 2021, at its 55 Brickdam Retail location (Blackberry Store)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Innovations to explore new fintech products<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 VM Innovations, the fintech arm of the VM Group, said it is positioning to take advantage of some new financial products in the market including the much-touted central bank digital currency (CBDC)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
FLOW Apologises For Service Interruption<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Flow St. Vincent has confirmed that it has been recently experiencing technical issues on its voice and broadband services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
IML establishes new Digital Services Division<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Interactive Media Limited (IML) announced today, the establishment of its new Digital Services Division which will help businesses in St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) and around the region transform themselves so as to more effectively participate in the digital economy\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nNTRC Icode784 Finals Set<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 The stage is set for the finals of the 2021 National Telecommunication Regulatory Commission\u2019s (NTRC) icode784 competition. The finals will be held on November 24 following the conclusion of judging in the preliminary phase of November 3\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Robust Telecom Regulations Coming<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Subscribers of telecommuni-cations services are being asked to remain patient until early 2022, when legislation is expected to be brought to Parliament\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digicel CEO talks leadership at UWI event<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Throughout the pandemic, Digicel employees stayed motivated by maintaining focus on their purpose and mission to keep customers connected to the people and experiences they needed\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saturday, 6 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nTechnology and youth the way forward for economic development<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Barbados <\/em>\u2013 The Caribbean has the potential to become a leading global technological and creative hub, by utilising its key resource, the youth\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liberty Latin America Ltd (LILA) Q3 2021 Earnings Call Transcript<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for standing by\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Flow goes to work in ‘the Neighbourhood’<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Leading telecommunications and entertainment services provider, Flow set out to work the “neighbourhood” in a campaign to improve customer service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sunday, 7 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nECTEL Introduces EC Bill in Quest to Develop Digital Economy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Member states of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) plan on taking a bolder approach to regulate a more robust and efficient \u2018digital economy\u2019 in the face of the Covid-19 crisis\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nFitch and Moody’s caution Digicel on pending credit rating<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Having announced that they will be upgrading their credit rating of Digicel, international credit ratings agencies, Fitch and Moody’s have hinted that the revised rating might not be so favourable as expected\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Cybercrime Act and offences<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana<\/em> \u2013 Cybercrime is the use of a computer to carry out illegal acts. Cybercrimes are usually done with the use of the internet and the different instruments that it has available, and most people are not aware of this Act and the penalties that are attached to offences that fall under this Act\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Issues with Flow, pensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Dear Claudienne, I have a problem with Flow in respect of billing discrepancies on my account. The problem is that FLOW has been charging me for items I have already paid for and which have been duplicated on their billing invoice\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
JTDA launches Caribbean tech alliance fund<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Jamaica Technology and Digital Alliance (JTDA) has partnered with RealDecoy, a global digital commerce company, to develop a crowdfunding platform for local and Caribbean tech projects and fund-raisers\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Uber partners with Visa Jamaica to offer discounted leases<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Uber has partnered with Visa to offer discounted leases to its users to encourage more in-app card use. This initiative aims to reward Uber users that are Visa cardholders. The Uber app has been available in Jamaica since June\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Image credits: rawpixel.com (Pexels<\/a>); Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; ECTEL<\/a>: Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; The Eleutheran<\/a>; Facebook<\/a>; Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The 2021 NCB Foundation scholarship recipients are all pursuing degrees in digital programmes\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jamaica Telecom Market Strategic Analysis, Insights, Forecasts and Opportunities to 2021-2025<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 This contemporary research presentation and detailed market research synopsis on Jamaica Telecom market is a real time presentation of all the specific market developments that have a lingering impact on current growth trajectory, besides also harping on vital predications in the realm of future growth scope\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
NCB Group enters fintech market<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 NCB Financial Group (NCBFG) has created a new fintech company, TFOB (2021) Limited, staffed with tech-savvy IT and data analytics professionals, to build out its newest project, the Lynk payment platform that will be a conduit for the bank\u2019s participation in the pilot digital currency or CBDC pilot being undertaken by the Bank of Jamaica\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tuesday, 2 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nARAWAKX PORTFOLIO EXPANDS: Women entrepreneurs seek $1.8M capital raise for food production hub<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Two Bahamian women entrepreneurs who have teamed up to provide a food production hub\/incubator primarily for culinary professionals and agro-producers are seeking to raise $1.8 million in funding via the ArawakX crowdfunding platform\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
STEADY RISE IN DIGITAL CURRENCY: Central Bank estimates \u2018north of $300K\u2019 Sand Dollars in circulation<\/h4>\n\n\n\nBahamas <\/em>\u2013 The Central Bank estimates that in excess of 20,000 individuals are currently utilizing Sand Dollars, with \u201cnorth of $300,000\u201d of the digital currency currently in circulation\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Red appoints new digital director<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 Red Advertising & Marketing has appointed Justin Beausoleil as its digital director. The experienced digital marketing professional will initially be based in Trinidad but will work with Red\u2019s clients across the Caribbean and will continue the Agency\u2019s development as a leader of the digital advertising and marketing revolution\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nSt Lucian minister assumes chairmanship of ECTEL\u2019s Council<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean<\/em> \u2013 ST LUCIA\u2019S Senior Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Port, Transport, Physical Development and Urban Renewal, Stephenson King, has assumed the chairmanship of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digital Currency Promises New Opportunities For MSMEs<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Local entrepreneurs are heralding the opportunities that now exist for Jamaicans due to digital transition. The stance was made at the recently concluded Wealth Summit on Digital Financial Inclusion hosted by the Ministry of Finance and the Public Service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wednesday, 3 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nBeware of WhatsApp scam says Digi<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Belize <\/em>\u2013 Belize Telemedia Limited (BTL), doing business as Digi, has informed customers of attempts to scam them using the instant messaging app WhatsApp, owned by Facebook\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digicel anticipates renewed investor interest in its bonds<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 The sale of the Digicel Pacific holdings is expected to alleviate some of the cash pressures faced by the indebted telecom provider, and improve its ratings, an outcome that the telecom provider predicts should make its bonds more attractive to investors\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liberty Latin America sales up 34% in Q3 on customer adds, new assets<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean<\/em> \u2013 Liberty Latin America (LLA) reported revenues of USD 1.19 billion in the third quarter, up 34 percent year on year on customer additions and the contribution of newly-acquired assets in Puerto Rico above all\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Testing, testing, cybersecurity is a must<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 A formidable cybersecurity testing strategy helps to mitigate potential attacks if a business is to be deliberate about its mitigation practices\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
GTT to reduce backlog of landline applications in Bartica<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana <\/em>\u2013 Following a recent meeting with the mayor and residents in Bartica, Region Seven, GTT over the weekend installed and connected over 20 schools and residents with landline services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Amber Innovations to help companies fill technical needs with resources-for-hire service<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Businesses across Jamaica can now outsource a full technology team to fill technical gaps, and strengthen their core operations with Amber Innovations’ recently launched ‘Hire Resource Services’\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Conduent considers the end of work-from-home<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 An employee at Conduent shared with the Jamaica Observer an e-mail circulated from management-level staff which showed that the company wants to reduce the number of those who currently are working from home\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nDigital switchover set to cost broadcasters in 2022<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Broadcasting Commission has issued a request for a technical consultancy to guide the digital switchover (DSO) process, slated to begin in 2022. The switchover will create room for the issue of more licences and new product providers in broadcasting\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sales platform developer hopes to plug into post-pandemic online boom<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A year ago, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, then 31-year-old entrepreneur and computer programmer Kareem Jennings diversified his party-promoting and printing business, launching The PLUG online platform designed to drive sales and improve customer experience for businesses\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
‘Skills for the Future’ programme graduates 131 students<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 More Jamaicans are better prepared to navigate the digital society and find new opportunities online thanks to the Flow Foundation\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tech specialist files for injunction against COVID-19 mandate at Digicel<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A senior data specialist at telecoms firm Digicel Jamaica has sought an injunction from the Supreme Court to block the implementation of the company’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy\u2026 m<\/a>o<\/a>re<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Testing, testing, cybersecurity is a must<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A formidable cybersecurity testing strategy helps to mitigate potential attacks if a business is to be deliberate about its mitigation practices\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
That woman in tech<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 The conversation is ripe for the picking, and many feel it’s overdone. And yet some would be surprised to know that the number of women in the technology field is still vastly inferior to that of their male counterparts\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Group targets 90% digitisation by 2023<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 As part of its transformation, the VM Group is introducing new applications and upgrading digital channels to make it easier for customers to do business\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Trinidad Launches Exclusive Ministry for Digital Transformation<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago <\/em>\u2013 Trinidad & Tobago has launched an exclusive ministry for digital transformation, arming it with $280 million (US$41 million) in funding\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thursday, 4 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nBTC Revenues Up 7% To $48m<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) generated a 7 percent year-over-over increase in 2021 third quarter revenues after adding 3,000 Internet and TV subscribers in the period\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
BTL Working Along with BEL on Rural Projects<\/h4>\n\n\n\nBelize<\/em> \u2013 Access to electricity paves the way for access to devices like cell phones and radios, critical items in times of emergency as well as information sharing. DIGI representatives are touring these rural communities alongside the Ministry to identify solutions for greater access to communication\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
CANTO pledges support for Huawei\u2019s 1000 scholarships for Caribbean and LatAm women in ICT<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 CANTO has pledged to support Huawei and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) in Mexico in the below detailed initiative. Huawei and the Minister of Foreign Affairs (SRE) are calling for women across the Caribbean region to apply for the \u201c1000 Talented Women\u201d program, which seeks to promote female digital development and reduce the digital divide and gender gap in the region\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
ADVERTORIAL | Cybersecurity and AI technologies should support work from home model<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 While a VPN connection will ensure communication between an endpoint and the securely encrypted corporate network, potential risks still exist as persons working from home\/remotely may have access to unsecured networks and malicious websites\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vaccine tug of war as Digicel faces injunction bid<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Chairman of Cari-Med Group, Dr Glen Christian, says his company will not backtrack from its mandatory COVID-19 vaccine-or-test policy amid a steady increase in litigation against companies holding a similar line, the latest coming against telecommunications giant Digicel\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wi-Fi hotspots for Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The communities of Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse in the Westmoreland Eastern constituency are to benefit from the installation of Wi-Fi hotspots\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electricity, Water, and fibre now at Mullet Bay Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSint Maarten <\/em>\u2013 The Minister of Public Housing, Environment, Spatial Planning, and Infrastructure (Ministry of VROMI) Hon. Egbert J. Doran announced on Thursday that a project is currently underway which will further enhance the overall experience at Mullet Bay Beach for residents and tourists who visit one of the island’s most popular beaches\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Friday, 5 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nDigital platform foreshadowed for farmers, fishermen<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Relief is on the way for farmers and fishermen in the Family Islands who have traditionally had to travel to New Providence to apply for permits\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
GTT to interview persons for range of vacancies at career fair on Friday<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana <\/em>\u2013 Close to thirty persons are expected to be hired within the telecommunications sector when GTT hosts its first career fair on Friday, November 5, 2021, at its 55 Brickdam Retail location (Blackberry Store)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Innovations to explore new fintech products<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 VM Innovations, the fintech arm of the VM Group, said it is positioning to take advantage of some new financial products in the market including the much-touted central bank digital currency (CBDC)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
FLOW Apologises For Service Interruption<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Flow St. Vincent has confirmed that it has been recently experiencing technical issues on its voice and broadband services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
IML establishes new Digital Services Division<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Interactive Media Limited (IML) announced today, the establishment of its new Digital Services Division which will help businesses in St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) and around the region transform themselves so as to more effectively participate in the digital economy\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nNTRC Icode784 Finals Set<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 The stage is set for the finals of the 2021 National Telecommunication Regulatory Commission\u2019s (NTRC) icode784 competition. The finals will be held on November 24 following the conclusion of judging in the preliminary phase of November 3\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Robust Telecom Regulations Coming<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Subscribers of telecommuni-cations services are being asked to remain patient until early 2022, when legislation is expected to be brought to Parliament\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digicel CEO talks leadership at UWI event<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Throughout the pandemic, Digicel employees stayed motivated by maintaining focus on their purpose and mission to keep customers connected to the people and experiences they needed\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saturday, 6 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nTechnology and youth the way forward for economic development<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Barbados <\/em>\u2013 The Caribbean has the potential to become a leading global technological and creative hub, by utilising its key resource, the youth\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liberty Latin America Ltd (LILA) Q3 2021 Earnings Call Transcript<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for standing by\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Flow goes to work in ‘the Neighbourhood’<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Leading telecommunications and entertainment services provider, Flow set out to work the “neighbourhood” in a campaign to improve customer service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sunday, 7 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nECTEL Introduces EC Bill in Quest to Develop Digital Economy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Member states of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) plan on taking a bolder approach to regulate a more robust and efficient \u2018digital economy\u2019 in the face of the Covid-19 crisis\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nFitch and Moody’s caution Digicel on pending credit rating<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Having announced that they will be upgrading their credit rating of Digicel, international credit ratings agencies, Fitch and Moody’s have hinted that the revised rating might not be so favourable as expected\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Cybercrime Act and offences<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana<\/em> \u2013 Cybercrime is the use of a computer to carry out illegal acts. Cybercrimes are usually done with the use of the internet and the different instruments that it has available, and most people are not aware of this Act and the penalties that are attached to offences that fall under this Act\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Issues with Flow, pensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Dear Claudienne, I have a problem with Flow in respect of billing discrepancies on my account. The problem is that FLOW has been charging me for items I have already paid for and which have been duplicated on their billing invoice\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
JTDA launches Caribbean tech alliance fund<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Jamaica Technology and Digital Alliance (JTDA) has partnered with RealDecoy, a global digital commerce company, to develop a crowdfunding platform for local and Caribbean tech projects and fund-raisers\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Uber partners with Visa Jamaica to offer discounted leases<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Uber has partnered with Visa to offer discounted leases to its users to encourage more in-app card use. This initiative aims to reward Uber users that are Visa cardholders. The Uber app has been available in Jamaica since June\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Image credits: rawpixel.com (Pexels<\/a>); Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; ECTEL<\/a>: Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; The Eleutheran<\/a>; Facebook<\/a>; Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 NCB Financial Group (NCBFG) has created a new fintech company, TFOB (2021) Limited, staffed with tech-savvy IT and data analytics professionals, to build out its newest project, the Lynk payment platform that will be a conduit for the bank\u2019s participation in the pilot digital currency or CBDC pilot being undertaken by the Bank of Jamaica\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tuesday, 2 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nARAWAKX PORTFOLIO EXPANDS: Women entrepreneurs seek $1.8M capital raise for food production hub<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Two Bahamian women entrepreneurs who have teamed up to provide a food production hub\/incubator primarily for culinary professionals and agro-producers are seeking to raise $1.8 million in funding via the ArawakX crowdfunding platform\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 The Central Bank estimates that in excess of 20,000 individuals are currently utilizing Sand Dollars, with \u201cnorth of $300,000\u201d of the digital currency currently in circulation\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Red appoints new digital director<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 Red Advertising & Marketing has appointed Justin Beausoleil as its digital director. The experienced digital marketing professional will initially be based in Trinidad but will work with Red\u2019s clients across the Caribbean and will continue the Agency\u2019s development as a leader of the digital advertising and marketing revolution\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nSt Lucian minister assumes chairmanship of ECTEL\u2019s Council<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean<\/em> \u2013 ST LUCIA\u2019S Senior Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Port, Transport, Physical Development and Urban Renewal, Stephenson King, has assumed the chairmanship of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digital Currency Promises New Opportunities For MSMEs<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Local entrepreneurs are heralding the opportunities that now exist for Jamaicans due to digital transition. The stance was made at the recently concluded Wealth Summit on Digital Financial Inclusion hosted by the Ministry of Finance and the Public Service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wednesday, 3 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nBeware of WhatsApp scam says Digi<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Belize <\/em>\u2013 Belize Telemedia Limited (BTL), doing business as Digi, has informed customers of attempts to scam them using the instant messaging app WhatsApp, owned by Facebook\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digicel anticipates renewed investor interest in its bonds<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 The sale of the Digicel Pacific holdings is expected to alleviate some of the cash pressures faced by the indebted telecom provider, and improve its ratings, an outcome that the telecom provider predicts should make its bonds more attractive to investors\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liberty Latin America sales up 34% in Q3 on customer adds, new assets<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean<\/em> \u2013 Liberty Latin America (LLA) reported revenues of USD 1.19 billion in the third quarter, up 34 percent year on year on customer additions and the contribution of newly-acquired assets in Puerto Rico above all\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Testing, testing, cybersecurity is a must<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 A formidable cybersecurity testing strategy helps to mitigate potential attacks if a business is to be deliberate about its mitigation practices\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
GTT to reduce backlog of landline applications in Bartica<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana <\/em>\u2013 Following a recent meeting with the mayor and residents in Bartica, Region Seven, GTT over the weekend installed and connected over 20 schools and residents with landline services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Amber Innovations to help companies fill technical needs with resources-for-hire service<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Businesses across Jamaica can now outsource a full technology team to fill technical gaps, and strengthen their core operations with Amber Innovations’ recently launched ‘Hire Resource Services’\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Conduent considers the end of work-from-home<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 An employee at Conduent shared with the Jamaica Observer an e-mail circulated from management-level staff which showed that the company wants to reduce the number of those who currently are working from home\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nDigital switchover set to cost broadcasters in 2022<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Broadcasting Commission has issued a request for a technical consultancy to guide the digital switchover (DSO) process, slated to begin in 2022. The switchover will create room for the issue of more licences and new product providers in broadcasting\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sales platform developer hopes to plug into post-pandemic online boom<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A year ago, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, then 31-year-old entrepreneur and computer programmer Kareem Jennings diversified his party-promoting and printing business, launching The PLUG online platform designed to drive sales and improve customer experience for businesses\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
‘Skills for the Future’ programme graduates 131 students<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 More Jamaicans are better prepared to navigate the digital society and find new opportunities online thanks to the Flow Foundation\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tech specialist files for injunction against COVID-19 mandate at Digicel<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A senior data specialist at telecoms firm Digicel Jamaica has sought an injunction from the Supreme Court to block the implementation of the company’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy\u2026 m<\/a>o<\/a>re<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Testing, testing, cybersecurity is a must<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A formidable cybersecurity testing strategy helps to mitigate potential attacks if a business is to be deliberate about its mitigation practices\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
That woman in tech<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 The conversation is ripe for the picking, and many feel it’s overdone. And yet some would be surprised to know that the number of women in the technology field is still vastly inferior to that of their male counterparts\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Group targets 90% digitisation by 2023<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 As part of its transformation, the VM Group is introducing new applications and upgrading digital channels to make it easier for customers to do business\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Trinidad Launches Exclusive Ministry for Digital Transformation<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago <\/em>\u2013 Trinidad & Tobago has launched an exclusive ministry for digital transformation, arming it with $280 million (US$41 million) in funding\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thursday, 4 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nBTC Revenues Up 7% To $48m<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) generated a 7 percent year-over-over increase in 2021 third quarter revenues after adding 3,000 Internet and TV subscribers in the period\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
BTL Working Along with BEL on Rural Projects<\/h4>\n\n\n\nBelize<\/em> \u2013 Access to electricity paves the way for access to devices like cell phones and radios, critical items in times of emergency as well as information sharing. DIGI representatives are touring these rural communities alongside the Ministry to identify solutions for greater access to communication\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
CANTO pledges support for Huawei\u2019s 1000 scholarships for Caribbean and LatAm women in ICT<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 CANTO has pledged to support Huawei and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) in Mexico in the below detailed initiative. Huawei and the Minister of Foreign Affairs (SRE) are calling for women across the Caribbean region to apply for the \u201c1000 Talented Women\u201d program, which seeks to promote female digital development and reduce the digital divide and gender gap in the region\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
ADVERTORIAL | Cybersecurity and AI technologies should support work from home model<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 While a VPN connection will ensure communication between an endpoint and the securely encrypted corporate network, potential risks still exist as persons working from home\/remotely may have access to unsecured networks and malicious websites\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vaccine tug of war as Digicel faces injunction bid<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Chairman of Cari-Med Group, Dr Glen Christian, says his company will not backtrack from its mandatory COVID-19 vaccine-or-test policy amid a steady increase in litigation against companies holding a similar line, the latest coming against telecommunications giant Digicel\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wi-Fi hotspots for Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The communities of Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse in the Westmoreland Eastern constituency are to benefit from the installation of Wi-Fi hotspots\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electricity, Water, and fibre now at Mullet Bay Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSint Maarten <\/em>\u2013 The Minister of Public Housing, Environment, Spatial Planning, and Infrastructure (Ministry of VROMI) Hon. Egbert J. Doran announced on Thursday that a project is currently underway which will further enhance the overall experience at Mullet Bay Beach for residents and tourists who visit one of the island’s most popular beaches\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Friday, 5 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nDigital platform foreshadowed for farmers, fishermen<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Relief is on the way for farmers and fishermen in the Family Islands who have traditionally had to travel to New Providence to apply for permits\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
GTT to interview persons for range of vacancies at career fair on Friday<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana <\/em>\u2013 Close to thirty persons are expected to be hired within the telecommunications sector when GTT hosts its first career fair on Friday, November 5, 2021, at its 55 Brickdam Retail location (Blackberry Store)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Innovations to explore new fintech products<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 VM Innovations, the fintech arm of the VM Group, said it is positioning to take advantage of some new financial products in the market including the much-touted central bank digital currency (CBDC)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
FLOW Apologises For Service Interruption<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Flow St. Vincent has confirmed that it has been recently experiencing technical issues on its voice and broadband services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
IML establishes new Digital Services Division<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Interactive Media Limited (IML) announced today, the establishment of its new Digital Services Division which will help businesses in St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) and around the region transform themselves so as to more effectively participate in the digital economy\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nNTRC Icode784 Finals Set<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 The stage is set for the finals of the 2021 National Telecommunication Regulatory Commission\u2019s (NTRC) icode784 competition. The finals will be held on November 24 following the conclusion of judging in the preliminary phase of November 3\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Robust Telecom Regulations Coming<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Subscribers of telecommuni-cations services are being asked to remain patient until early 2022, when legislation is expected to be brought to Parliament\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digicel CEO talks leadership at UWI event<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Throughout the pandemic, Digicel employees stayed motivated by maintaining focus on their purpose and mission to keep customers connected to the people and experiences they needed\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saturday, 6 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nTechnology and youth the way forward for economic development<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Barbados <\/em>\u2013 The Caribbean has the potential to become a leading global technological and creative hub, by utilising its key resource, the youth\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liberty Latin America Ltd (LILA) Q3 2021 Earnings Call Transcript<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for standing by\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Flow goes to work in ‘the Neighbourhood’<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Leading telecommunications and entertainment services provider, Flow set out to work the “neighbourhood” in a campaign to improve customer service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sunday, 7 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nECTEL Introduces EC Bill in Quest to Develop Digital Economy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Member states of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) plan on taking a bolder approach to regulate a more robust and efficient \u2018digital economy\u2019 in the face of the Covid-19 crisis\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nFitch and Moody’s caution Digicel on pending credit rating<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Having announced that they will be upgrading their credit rating of Digicel, international credit ratings agencies, Fitch and Moody’s have hinted that the revised rating might not be so favourable as expected\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Cybercrime Act and offences<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana<\/em> \u2013 Cybercrime is the use of a computer to carry out illegal acts. Cybercrimes are usually done with the use of the internet and the different instruments that it has available, and most people are not aware of this Act and the penalties that are attached to offences that fall under this Act\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Issues with Flow, pensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Dear Claudienne, I have a problem with Flow in respect of billing discrepancies on my account. The problem is that FLOW has been charging me for items I have already paid for and which have been duplicated on their billing invoice\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
JTDA launches Caribbean tech alliance fund<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Jamaica Technology and Digital Alliance (JTDA) has partnered with RealDecoy, a global digital commerce company, to develop a crowdfunding platform for local and Caribbean tech projects and fund-raisers\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Uber partners with Visa Jamaica to offer discounted leases<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Uber has partnered with Visa to offer discounted leases to its users to encourage more in-app card use. This initiative aims to reward Uber users that are Visa cardholders. The Uber app has been available in Jamaica since June\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Image credits: rawpixel.com (Pexels<\/a>); Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; ECTEL<\/a>: Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; The Eleutheran<\/a>; Facebook<\/a>; Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nSt Lucian minister assumes chairmanship of ECTEL\u2019s Council<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean<\/em> \u2013 ST LUCIA\u2019S Senior Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Port, Transport, Physical Development and Urban Renewal, Stephenson King, has assumed the chairmanship of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digital Currency Promises New Opportunities For MSMEs<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Local entrepreneurs are heralding the opportunities that now exist for Jamaicans due to digital transition. The stance was made at the recently concluded Wealth Summit on Digital Financial Inclusion hosted by the Ministry of Finance and the Public Service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wednesday, 3 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nBeware of WhatsApp scam says Digi<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Belize <\/em>\u2013 Belize Telemedia Limited (BTL), doing business as Digi, has informed customers of attempts to scam them using the instant messaging app WhatsApp, owned by Facebook\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Beware of WhatsApp scam says Digi<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Belize <\/em>\u2013 Belize Telemedia Limited (BTL), doing business as Digi, has informed customers of attempts to scam them using the instant messaging app WhatsApp, owned by Facebook\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digicel anticipates renewed investor interest in its bonds<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 The sale of the Digicel Pacific holdings is expected to alleviate some of the cash pressures faced by the indebted telecom provider, and improve its ratings, an outcome that the telecom provider predicts should make its bonds more attractive to investors\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liberty Latin America sales up 34% in Q3 on customer adds, new assets<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean<\/em> \u2013 Liberty Latin America (LLA) reported revenues of USD 1.19 billion in the third quarter, up 34 percent year on year on customer additions and the contribution of newly-acquired assets in Puerto Rico above all\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Testing, testing, cybersecurity is a must<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 A formidable cybersecurity testing strategy helps to mitigate potential attacks if a business is to be deliberate about its mitigation practices\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
GTT to reduce backlog of landline applications in Bartica<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana <\/em>\u2013 Following a recent meeting with the mayor and residents in Bartica, Region Seven, GTT over the weekend installed and connected over 20 schools and residents with landline services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Amber Innovations to help companies fill technical needs with resources-for-hire service<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Businesses across Jamaica can now outsource a full technology team to fill technical gaps, and strengthen their core operations with Amber Innovations’ recently launched ‘Hire Resource Services’\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Conduent considers the end of work-from-home<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 An employee at Conduent shared with the Jamaica Observer an e-mail circulated from management-level staff which showed that the company wants to reduce the number of those who currently are working from home\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nDigital switchover set to cost broadcasters in 2022<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Broadcasting Commission has issued a request for a technical consultancy to guide the digital switchover (DSO) process, slated to begin in 2022. The switchover will create room for the issue of more licences and new product providers in broadcasting\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sales platform developer hopes to plug into post-pandemic online boom<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A year ago, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, then 31-year-old entrepreneur and computer programmer Kareem Jennings diversified his party-promoting and printing business, launching The PLUG online platform designed to drive sales and improve customer experience for businesses\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
‘Skills for the Future’ programme graduates 131 students<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 More Jamaicans are better prepared to navigate the digital society and find new opportunities online thanks to the Flow Foundation\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tech specialist files for injunction against COVID-19 mandate at Digicel<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A senior data specialist at telecoms firm Digicel Jamaica has sought an injunction from the Supreme Court to block the implementation of the company’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy\u2026 m<\/a>o<\/a>re<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Testing, testing, cybersecurity is a must<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A formidable cybersecurity testing strategy helps to mitigate potential attacks if a business is to be deliberate about its mitigation practices\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
That woman in tech<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 The conversation is ripe for the picking, and many feel it’s overdone. And yet some would be surprised to know that the number of women in the technology field is still vastly inferior to that of their male counterparts\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Group targets 90% digitisation by 2023<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 As part of its transformation, the VM Group is introducing new applications and upgrading digital channels to make it easier for customers to do business\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Trinidad Launches Exclusive Ministry for Digital Transformation<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago <\/em>\u2013 Trinidad & Tobago has launched an exclusive ministry for digital transformation, arming it with $280 million (US$41 million) in funding\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thursday, 4 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nBTC Revenues Up 7% To $48m<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) generated a 7 percent year-over-over increase in 2021 third quarter revenues after adding 3,000 Internet and TV subscribers in the period\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
BTL Working Along with BEL on Rural Projects<\/h4>\n\n\n\nBelize<\/em> \u2013 Access to electricity paves the way for access to devices like cell phones and radios, critical items in times of emergency as well as information sharing. DIGI representatives are touring these rural communities alongside the Ministry to identify solutions for greater access to communication\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
CANTO pledges support for Huawei\u2019s 1000 scholarships for Caribbean and LatAm women in ICT<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 CANTO has pledged to support Huawei and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) in Mexico in the below detailed initiative. Huawei and the Minister of Foreign Affairs (SRE) are calling for women across the Caribbean region to apply for the \u201c1000 Talented Women\u201d program, which seeks to promote female digital development and reduce the digital divide and gender gap in the region\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
ADVERTORIAL | Cybersecurity and AI technologies should support work from home model<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 While a VPN connection will ensure communication between an endpoint and the securely encrypted corporate network, potential risks still exist as persons working from home\/remotely may have access to unsecured networks and malicious websites\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vaccine tug of war as Digicel faces injunction bid<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Chairman of Cari-Med Group, Dr Glen Christian, says his company will not backtrack from its mandatory COVID-19 vaccine-or-test policy amid a steady increase in litigation against companies holding a similar line, the latest coming against telecommunications giant Digicel\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wi-Fi hotspots for Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The communities of Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse in the Westmoreland Eastern constituency are to benefit from the installation of Wi-Fi hotspots\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electricity, Water, and fibre now at Mullet Bay Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSint Maarten <\/em>\u2013 The Minister of Public Housing, Environment, Spatial Planning, and Infrastructure (Ministry of VROMI) Hon. Egbert J. Doran announced on Thursday that a project is currently underway which will further enhance the overall experience at Mullet Bay Beach for residents and tourists who visit one of the island’s most popular beaches\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Friday, 5 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nDigital platform foreshadowed for farmers, fishermen<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Relief is on the way for farmers and fishermen in the Family Islands who have traditionally had to travel to New Providence to apply for permits\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
GTT to interview persons for range of vacancies at career fair on Friday<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana <\/em>\u2013 Close to thirty persons are expected to be hired within the telecommunications sector when GTT hosts its first career fair on Friday, November 5, 2021, at its 55 Brickdam Retail location (Blackberry Store)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Innovations to explore new fintech products<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 VM Innovations, the fintech arm of the VM Group, said it is positioning to take advantage of some new financial products in the market including the much-touted central bank digital currency (CBDC)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
FLOW Apologises For Service Interruption<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Flow St. Vincent has confirmed that it has been recently experiencing technical issues on its voice and broadband services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
IML establishes new Digital Services Division<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Interactive Media Limited (IML) announced today, the establishment of its new Digital Services Division which will help businesses in St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) and around the region transform themselves so as to more effectively participate in the digital economy\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nNTRC Icode784 Finals Set<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 The stage is set for the finals of the 2021 National Telecommunication Regulatory Commission\u2019s (NTRC) icode784 competition. The finals will be held on November 24 following the conclusion of judging in the preliminary phase of November 3\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Robust Telecom Regulations Coming<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Subscribers of telecommuni-cations services are being asked to remain patient until early 2022, when legislation is expected to be brought to Parliament\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digicel CEO talks leadership at UWI event<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Throughout the pandemic, Digicel employees stayed motivated by maintaining focus on their purpose and mission to keep customers connected to the people and experiences they needed\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saturday, 6 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nTechnology and youth the way forward for economic development<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Barbados <\/em>\u2013 The Caribbean has the potential to become a leading global technological and creative hub, by utilising its key resource, the youth\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liberty Latin America Ltd (LILA) Q3 2021 Earnings Call Transcript<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for standing by\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Flow goes to work in ‘the Neighbourhood’<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Leading telecommunications and entertainment services provider, Flow set out to work the “neighbourhood” in a campaign to improve customer service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sunday, 7 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nECTEL Introduces EC Bill in Quest to Develop Digital Economy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Member states of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) plan on taking a bolder approach to regulate a more robust and efficient \u2018digital economy\u2019 in the face of the Covid-19 crisis\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nFitch and Moody’s caution Digicel on pending credit rating<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Having announced that they will be upgrading their credit rating of Digicel, international credit ratings agencies, Fitch and Moody’s have hinted that the revised rating might not be so favourable as expected\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Cybercrime Act and offences<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana<\/em> \u2013 Cybercrime is the use of a computer to carry out illegal acts. Cybercrimes are usually done with the use of the internet and the different instruments that it has available, and most people are not aware of this Act and the penalties that are attached to offences that fall under this Act\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Issues with Flow, pensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Dear Claudienne, I have a problem with Flow in respect of billing discrepancies on my account. The problem is that FLOW has been charging me for items I have already paid for and which have been duplicated on their billing invoice\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
JTDA launches Caribbean tech alliance fund<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Jamaica Technology and Digital Alliance (JTDA) has partnered with RealDecoy, a global digital commerce company, to develop a crowdfunding platform for local and Caribbean tech projects and fund-raisers\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Uber partners with Visa Jamaica to offer discounted leases<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Uber has partnered with Visa to offer discounted leases to its users to encourage more in-app card use. This initiative aims to reward Uber users that are Visa cardholders. The Uber app has been available in Jamaica since June\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Image credits: rawpixel.com (Pexels<\/a>); Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; ECTEL<\/a>: Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; The Eleutheran<\/a>; Facebook<\/a>; Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean<\/em> \u2013 Liberty Latin America (LLA) reported revenues of USD 1.19 billion in the third quarter, up 34 percent year on year on customer additions and the contribution of newly-acquired assets in Puerto Rico above all\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Testing, testing, cybersecurity is a must<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 A formidable cybersecurity testing strategy helps to mitigate potential attacks if a business is to be deliberate about its mitigation practices\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
GTT to reduce backlog of landline applications in Bartica<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana <\/em>\u2013 Following a recent meeting with the mayor and residents in Bartica, Region Seven, GTT over the weekend installed and connected over 20 schools and residents with landline services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Amber Innovations to help companies fill technical needs with resources-for-hire service<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Businesses across Jamaica can now outsource a full technology team to fill technical gaps, and strengthen their core operations with Amber Innovations’ recently launched ‘Hire Resource Services’\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Conduent considers the end of work-from-home<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 An employee at Conduent shared with the Jamaica Observer an e-mail circulated from management-level staff which showed that the company wants to reduce the number of those who currently are working from home\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nDigital switchover set to cost broadcasters in 2022<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Broadcasting Commission has issued a request for a technical consultancy to guide the digital switchover (DSO) process, slated to begin in 2022. The switchover will create room for the issue of more licences and new product providers in broadcasting\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sales platform developer hopes to plug into post-pandemic online boom<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A year ago, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, then 31-year-old entrepreneur and computer programmer Kareem Jennings diversified his party-promoting and printing business, launching The PLUG online platform designed to drive sales and improve customer experience for businesses\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
‘Skills for the Future’ programme graduates 131 students<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 More Jamaicans are better prepared to navigate the digital society and find new opportunities online thanks to the Flow Foundation\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tech specialist files for injunction against COVID-19 mandate at Digicel<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A senior data specialist at telecoms firm Digicel Jamaica has sought an injunction from the Supreme Court to block the implementation of the company’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy\u2026 m<\/a>o<\/a>re<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Testing, testing, cybersecurity is a must<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A formidable cybersecurity testing strategy helps to mitigate potential attacks if a business is to be deliberate about its mitigation practices\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
That woman in tech<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 The conversation is ripe for the picking, and many feel it’s overdone. And yet some would be surprised to know that the number of women in the technology field is still vastly inferior to that of their male counterparts\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Group targets 90% digitisation by 2023<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 As part of its transformation, the VM Group is introducing new applications and upgrading digital channels to make it easier for customers to do business\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Trinidad Launches Exclusive Ministry for Digital Transformation<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago <\/em>\u2013 Trinidad & Tobago has launched an exclusive ministry for digital transformation, arming it with $280 million (US$41 million) in funding\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thursday, 4 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nBTC Revenues Up 7% To $48m<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) generated a 7 percent year-over-over increase in 2021 third quarter revenues after adding 3,000 Internet and TV subscribers in the period\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
BTL Working Along with BEL on Rural Projects<\/h4>\n\n\n\nBelize<\/em> \u2013 Access to electricity paves the way for access to devices like cell phones and radios, critical items in times of emergency as well as information sharing. DIGI representatives are touring these rural communities alongside the Ministry to identify solutions for greater access to communication\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
CANTO pledges support for Huawei\u2019s 1000 scholarships for Caribbean and LatAm women in ICT<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 CANTO has pledged to support Huawei and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) in Mexico in the below detailed initiative. Huawei and the Minister of Foreign Affairs (SRE) are calling for women across the Caribbean region to apply for the \u201c1000 Talented Women\u201d program, which seeks to promote female digital development and reduce the digital divide and gender gap in the region\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
ADVERTORIAL | Cybersecurity and AI technologies should support work from home model<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 While a VPN connection will ensure communication between an endpoint and the securely encrypted corporate network, potential risks still exist as persons working from home\/remotely may have access to unsecured networks and malicious websites\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vaccine tug of war as Digicel faces injunction bid<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Chairman of Cari-Med Group, Dr Glen Christian, says his company will not backtrack from its mandatory COVID-19 vaccine-or-test policy amid a steady increase in litigation against companies holding a similar line, the latest coming against telecommunications giant Digicel\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wi-Fi hotspots for Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The communities of Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse in the Westmoreland Eastern constituency are to benefit from the installation of Wi-Fi hotspots\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electricity, Water, and fibre now at Mullet Bay Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSint Maarten <\/em>\u2013 The Minister of Public Housing, Environment, Spatial Planning, and Infrastructure (Ministry of VROMI) Hon. Egbert J. Doran announced on Thursday that a project is currently underway which will further enhance the overall experience at Mullet Bay Beach for residents and tourists who visit one of the island’s most popular beaches\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Friday, 5 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nDigital platform foreshadowed for farmers, fishermen<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Relief is on the way for farmers and fishermen in the Family Islands who have traditionally had to travel to New Providence to apply for permits\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
GTT to interview persons for range of vacancies at career fair on Friday<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana <\/em>\u2013 Close to thirty persons are expected to be hired within the telecommunications sector when GTT hosts its first career fair on Friday, November 5, 2021, at its 55 Brickdam Retail location (Blackberry Store)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Innovations to explore new fintech products<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 VM Innovations, the fintech arm of the VM Group, said it is positioning to take advantage of some new financial products in the market including the much-touted central bank digital currency (CBDC)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
FLOW Apologises For Service Interruption<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Flow St. Vincent has confirmed that it has been recently experiencing technical issues on its voice and broadband services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
IML establishes new Digital Services Division<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Interactive Media Limited (IML) announced today, the establishment of its new Digital Services Division which will help businesses in St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) and around the region transform themselves so as to more effectively participate in the digital economy\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nNTRC Icode784 Finals Set<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 The stage is set for the finals of the 2021 National Telecommunication Regulatory Commission\u2019s (NTRC) icode784 competition. The finals will be held on November 24 following the conclusion of judging in the preliminary phase of November 3\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Robust Telecom Regulations Coming<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Subscribers of telecommuni-cations services are being asked to remain patient until early 2022, when legislation is expected to be brought to Parliament\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digicel CEO talks leadership at UWI event<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Throughout the pandemic, Digicel employees stayed motivated by maintaining focus on their purpose and mission to keep customers connected to the people and experiences they needed\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saturday, 6 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nTechnology and youth the way forward for economic development<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Barbados <\/em>\u2013 The Caribbean has the potential to become a leading global technological and creative hub, by utilising its key resource, the youth\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liberty Latin America Ltd (LILA) Q3 2021 Earnings Call Transcript<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for standing by\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Flow goes to work in ‘the Neighbourhood’<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Leading telecommunications and entertainment services provider, Flow set out to work the “neighbourhood” in a campaign to improve customer service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sunday, 7 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nECTEL Introduces EC Bill in Quest to Develop Digital Economy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Member states of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) plan on taking a bolder approach to regulate a more robust and efficient \u2018digital economy\u2019 in the face of the Covid-19 crisis\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nFitch and Moody’s caution Digicel on pending credit rating<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Having announced that they will be upgrading their credit rating of Digicel, international credit ratings agencies, Fitch and Moody’s have hinted that the revised rating might not be so favourable as expected\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Cybercrime Act and offences<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana<\/em> \u2013 Cybercrime is the use of a computer to carry out illegal acts. Cybercrimes are usually done with the use of the internet and the different instruments that it has available, and most people are not aware of this Act and the penalties that are attached to offences that fall under this Act\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Issues with Flow, pensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Dear Claudienne, I have a problem with Flow in respect of billing discrepancies on my account. The problem is that FLOW has been charging me for items I have already paid for and which have been duplicated on their billing invoice\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
JTDA launches Caribbean tech alliance fund<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Jamaica Technology and Digital Alliance (JTDA) has partnered with RealDecoy, a global digital commerce company, to develop a crowdfunding platform for local and Caribbean tech projects and fund-raisers\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Uber partners with Visa Jamaica to offer discounted leases<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Uber has partnered with Visa to offer discounted leases to its users to encourage more in-app card use. This initiative aims to reward Uber users that are Visa cardholders. The Uber app has been available in Jamaica since June\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Image credits: rawpixel.com (Pexels<\/a>); Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; ECTEL<\/a>: Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; The Eleutheran<\/a>; Facebook<\/a>; Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Guyana <\/em>\u2013 Following a recent meeting with the mayor and residents in Bartica, Region Seven, GTT over the weekend installed and connected over 20 schools and residents with landline services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Amber Innovations to help companies fill technical needs with resources-for-hire service<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Businesses across Jamaica can now outsource a full technology team to fill technical gaps, and strengthen their core operations with Amber Innovations’ recently launched ‘Hire Resource Services’\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Conduent considers the end of work-from-home<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 An employee at Conduent shared with the Jamaica Observer an e-mail circulated from management-level staff which showed that the company wants to reduce the number of those who currently are working from home\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nDigital switchover set to cost broadcasters in 2022<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Broadcasting Commission has issued a request for a technical consultancy to guide the digital switchover (DSO) process, slated to begin in 2022. The switchover will create room for the issue of more licences and new product providers in broadcasting\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sales platform developer hopes to plug into post-pandemic online boom<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A year ago, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, then 31-year-old entrepreneur and computer programmer Kareem Jennings diversified his party-promoting and printing business, launching The PLUG online platform designed to drive sales and improve customer experience for businesses\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
‘Skills for the Future’ programme graduates 131 students<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 More Jamaicans are better prepared to navigate the digital society and find new opportunities online thanks to the Flow Foundation\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tech specialist files for injunction against COVID-19 mandate at Digicel<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A senior data specialist at telecoms firm Digicel Jamaica has sought an injunction from the Supreme Court to block the implementation of the company’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy\u2026 m<\/a>o<\/a>re<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Testing, testing, cybersecurity is a must<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A formidable cybersecurity testing strategy helps to mitigate potential attacks if a business is to be deliberate about its mitigation practices\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
That woman in tech<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 The conversation is ripe for the picking, and many feel it’s overdone. And yet some would be surprised to know that the number of women in the technology field is still vastly inferior to that of their male counterparts\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Group targets 90% digitisation by 2023<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 As part of its transformation, the VM Group is introducing new applications and upgrading digital channels to make it easier for customers to do business\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Trinidad Launches Exclusive Ministry for Digital Transformation<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago <\/em>\u2013 Trinidad & Tobago has launched an exclusive ministry for digital transformation, arming it with $280 million (US$41 million) in funding\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thursday, 4 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nBTC Revenues Up 7% To $48m<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) generated a 7 percent year-over-over increase in 2021 third quarter revenues after adding 3,000 Internet and TV subscribers in the period\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
BTL Working Along with BEL on Rural Projects<\/h4>\n\n\n\nBelize<\/em> \u2013 Access to electricity paves the way for access to devices like cell phones and radios, critical items in times of emergency as well as information sharing. DIGI representatives are touring these rural communities alongside the Ministry to identify solutions for greater access to communication\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
CANTO pledges support for Huawei\u2019s 1000 scholarships for Caribbean and LatAm women in ICT<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 CANTO has pledged to support Huawei and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) in Mexico in the below detailed initiative. Huawei and the Minister of Foreign Affairs (SRE) are calling for women across the Caribbean region to apply for the \u201c1000 Talented Women\u201d program, which seeks to promote female digital development and reduce the digital divide and gender gap in the region\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
ADVERTORIAL | Cybersecurity and AI technologies should support work from home model<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 While a VPN connection will ensure communication between an endpoint and the securely encrypted corporate network, potential risks still exist as persons working from home\/remotely may have access to unsecured networks and malicious websites\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vaccine tug of war as Digicel faces injunction bid<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Chairman of Cari-Med Group, Dr Glen Christian, says his company will not backtrack from its mandatory COVID-19 vaccine-or-test policy amid a steady increase in litigation against companies holding a similar line, the latest coming against telecommunications giant Digicel\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wi-Fi hotspots for Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The communities of Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse in the Westmoreland Eastern constituency are to benefit from the installation of Wi-Fi hotspots\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electricity, Water, and fibre now at Mullet Bay Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSint Maarten <\/em>\u2013 The Minister of Public Housing, Environment, Spatial Planning, and Infrastructure (Ministry of VROMI) Hon. Egbert J. Doran announced on Thursday that a project is currently underway which will further enhance the overall experience at Mullet Bay Beach for residents and tourists who visit one of the island’s most popular beaches\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Friday, 5 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nDigital platform foreshadowed for farmers, fishermen<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Relief is on the way for farmers and fishermen in the Family Islands who have traditionally had to travel to New Providence to apply for permits\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
GTT to interview persons for range of vacancies at career fair on Friday<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana <\/em>\u2013 Close to thirty persons are expected to be hired within the telecommunications sector when GTT hosts its first career fair on Friday, November 5, 2021, at its 55 Brickdam Retail location (Blackberry Store)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Innovations to explore new fintech products<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 VM Innovations, the fintech arm of the VM Group, said it is positioning to take advantage of some new financial products in the market including the much-touted central bank digital currency (CBDC)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
FLOW Apologises For Service Interruption<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Flow St. Vincent has confirmed that it has been recently experiencing technical issues on its voice and broadband services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
IML establishes new Digital Services Division<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Interactive Media Limited (IML) announced today, the establishment of its new Digital Services Division which will help businesses in St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) and around the region transform themselves so as to more effectively participate in the digital economy\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nNTRC Icode784 Finals Set<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 The stage is set for the finals of the 2021 National Telecommunication Regulatory Commission\u2019s (NTRC) icode784 competition. The finals will be held on November 24 following the conclusion of judging in the preliminary phase of November 3\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Robust Telecom Regulations Coming<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Subscribers of telecommuni-cations services are being asked to remain patient until early 2022, when legislation is expected to be brought to Parliament\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digicel CEO talks leadership at UWI event<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Throughout the pandemic, Digicel employees stayed motivated by maintaining focus on their purpose and mission to keep customers connected to the people and experiences they needed\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saturday, 6 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nTechnology and youth the way forward for economic development<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Barbados <\/em>\u2013 The Caribbean has the potential to become a leading global technological and creative hub, by utilising its key resource, the youth\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liberty Latin America Ltd (LILA) Q3 2021 Earnings Call Transcript<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for standing by\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Flow goes to work in ‘the Neighbourhood’<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Leading telecommunications and entertainment services provider, Flow set out to work the “neighbourhood” in a campaign to improve customer service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sunday, 7 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nECTEL Introduces EC Bill in Quest to Develop Digital Economy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Member states of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) plan on taking a bolder approach to regulate a more robust and efficient \u2018digital economy\u2019 in the face of the Covid-19 crisis\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nFitch and Moody’s caution Digicel on pending credit rating<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Having announced that they will be upgrading their credit rating of Digicel, international credit ratings agencies, Fitch and Moody’s have hinted that the revised rating might not be so favourable as expected\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Cybercrime Act and offences<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana<\/em> \u2013 Cybercrime is the use of a computer to carry out illegal acts. Cybercrimes are usually done with the use of the internet and the different instruments that it has available, and most people are not aware of this Act and the penalties that are attached to offences that fall under this Act\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Issues with Flow, pensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Dear Claudienne, I have a problem with Flow in respect of billing discrepancies on my account. The problem is that FLOW has been charging me for items I have already paid for and which have been duplicated on their billing invoice\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
JTDA launches Caribbean tech alliance fund<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Jamaica Technology and Digital Alliance (JTDA) has partnered with RealDecoy, a global digital commerce company, to develop a crowdfunding platform for local and Caribbean tech projects and fund-raisers\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Uber partners with Visa Jamaica to offer discounted leases<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Uber has partnered with Visa to offer discounted leases to its users to encourage more in-app card use. This initiative aims to reward Uber users that are Visa cardholders. The Uber app has been available in Jamaica since June\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Image credits: rawpixel.com (Pexels<\/a>); Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; ECTEL<\/a>: Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; The Eleutheran<\/a>; Facebook<\/a>; Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jamaica<\/em> \u2013 An employee at Conduent shared with the Jamaica Observer an e-mail circulated from management-level staff which showed that the company wants to reduce the number of those who currently are working from home\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nDigital switchover set to cost broadcasters in 2022<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Broadcasting Commission has issued a request for a technical consultancy to guide the digital switchover (DSO) process, slated to begin in 2022. The switchover will create room for the issue of more licences and new product providers in broadcasting\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sales platform developer hopes to plug into post-pandemic online boom<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A year ago, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, then 31-year-old entrepreneur and computer programmer Kareem Jennings diversified his party-promoting and printing business, launching The PLUG online platform designed to drive sales and improve customer experience for businesses\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
‘Skills for the Future’ programme graduates 131 students<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 More Jamaicans are better prepared to navigate the digital society and find new opportunities online thanks to the Flow Foundation\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tech specialist files for injunction against COVID-19 mandate at Digicel<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A senior data specialist at telecoms firm Digicel Jamaica has sought an injunction from the Supreme Court to block the implementation of the company’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy\u2026 m<\/a>o<\/a>re<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Testing, testing, cybersecurity is a must<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A formidable cybersecurity testing strategy helps to mitigate potential attacks if a business is to be deliberate about its mitigation practices\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
That woman in tech<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 The conversation is ripe for the picking, and many feel it’s overdone. And yet some would be surprised to know that the number of women in the technology field is still vastly inferior to that of their male counterparts\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Group targets 90% digitisation by 2023<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 As part of its transformation, the VM Group is introducing new applications and upgrading digital channels to make it easier for customers to do business\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Trinidad Launches Exclusive Ministry for Digital Transformation<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago <\/em>\u2013 Trinidad & Tobago has launched an exclusive ministry for digital transformation, arming it with $280 million (US$41 million) in funding\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thursday, 4 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nBTC Revenues Up 7% To $48m<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) generated a 7 percent year-over-over increase in 2021 third quarter revenues after adding 3,000 Internet and TV subscribers in the period\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
BTL Working Along with BEL on Rural Projects<\/h4>\n\n\n\nBelize<\/em> \u2013 Access to electricity paves the way for access to devices like cell phones and radios, critical items in times of emergency as well as information sharing. DIGI representatives are touring these rural communities alongside the Ministry to identify solutions for greater access to communication\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
CANTO pledges support for Huawei\u2019s 1000 scholarships for Caribbean and LatAm women in ICT<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 CANTO has pledged to support Huawei and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) in Mexico in the below detailed initiative. Huawei and the Minister of Foreign Affairs (SRE) are calling for women across the Caribbean region to apply for the \u201c1000 Talented Women\u201d program, which seeks to promote female digital development and reduce the digital divide and gender gap in the region\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
ADVERTORIAL | Cybersecurity and AI technologies should support work from home model<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 While a VPN connection will ensure communication between an endpoint and the securely encrypted corporate network, potential risks still exist as persons working from home\/remotely may have access to unsecured networks and malicious websites\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vaccine tug of war as Digicel faces injunction bid<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Chairman of Cari-Med Group, Dr Glen Christian, says his company will not backtrack from its mandatory COVID-19 vaccine-or-test policy amid a steady increase in litigation against companies holding a similar line, the latest coming against telecommunications giant Digicel\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wi-Fi hotspots for Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The communities of Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse in the Westmoreland Eastern constituency are to benefit from the installation of Wi-Fi hotspots\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electricity, Water, and fibre now at Mullet Bay Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSint Maarten <\/em>\u2013 The Minister of Public Housing, Environment, Spatial Planning, and Infrastructure (Ministry of VROMI) Hon. Egbert J. Doran announced on Thursday that a project is currently underway which will further enhance the overall experience at Mullet Bay Beach for residents and tourists who visit one of the island’s most popular beaches\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Friday, 5 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nDigital platform foreshadowed for farmers, fishermen<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Relief is on the way for farmers and fishermen in the Family Islands who have traditionally had to travel to New Providence to apply for permits\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
GTT to interview persons for range of vacancies at career fair on Friday<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana <\/em>\u2013 Close to thirty persons are expected to be hired within the telecommunications sector when GTT hosts its first career fair on Friday, November 5, 2021, at its 55 Brickdam Retail location (Blackberry Store)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Innovations to explore new fintech products<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 VM Innovations, the fintech arm of the VM Group, said it is positioning to take advantage of some new financial products in the market including the much-touted central bank digital currency (CBDC)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
FLOW Apologises For Service Interruption<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Flow St. Vincent has confirmed that it has been recently experiencing technical issues on its voice and broadband services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
IML establishes new Digital Services Division<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Interactive Media Limited (IML) announced today, the establishment of its new Digital Services Division which will help businesses in St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) and around the region transform themselves so as to more effectively participate in the digital economy\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nNTRC Icode784 Finals Set<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 The stage is set for the finals of the 2021 National Telecommunication Regulatory Commission\u2019s (NTRC) icode784 competition. The finals will be held on November 24 following the conclusion of judging in the preliminary phase of November 3\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Robust Telecom Regulations Coming<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Subscribers of telecommuni-cations services are being asked to remain patient until early 2022, when legislation is expected to be brought to Parliament\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digicel CEO talks leadership at UWI event<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Throughout the pandemic, Digicel employees stayed motivated by maintaining focus on their purpose and mission to keep customers connected to the people and experiences they needed\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saturday, 6 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nTechnology and youth the way forward for economic development<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Barbados <\/em>\u2013 The Caribbean has the potential to become a leading global technological and creative hub, by utilising its key resource, the youth\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liberty Latin America Ltd (LILA) Q3 2021 Earnings Call Transcript<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for standing by\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Flow goes to work in ‘the Neighbourhood’<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Leading telecommunications and entertainment services provider, Flow set out to work the “neighbourhood” in a campaign to improve customer service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sunday, 7 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nECTEL Introduces EC Bill in Quest to Develop Digital Economy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Member states of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) plan on taking a bolder approach to regulate a more robust and efficient \u2018digital economy\u2019 in the face of the Covid-19 crisis\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nFitch and Moody’s caution Digicel on pending credit rating<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Having announced that they will be upgrading their credit rating of Digicel, international credit ratings agencies, Fitch and Moody’s have hinted that the revised rating might not be so favourable as expected\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Cybercrime Act and offences<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana<\/em> \u2013 Cybercrime is the use of a computer to carry out illegal acts. Cybercrimes are usually done with the use of the internet and the different instruments that it has available, and most people are not aware of this Act and the penalties that are attached to offences that fall under this Act\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Issues with Flow, pensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Dear Claudienne, I have a problem with Flow in respect of billing discrepancies on my account. The problem is that FLOW has been charging me for items I have already paid for and which have been duplicated on their billing invoice\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
JTDA launches Caribbean tech alliance fund<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Jamaica Technology and Digital Alliance (JTDA) has partnered with RealDecoy, a global digital commerce company, to develop a crowdfunding platform for local and Caribbean tech projects and fund-raisers\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Uber partners with Visa Jamaica to offer discounted leases<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Uber has partnered with Visa to offer discounted leases to its users to encourage more in-app card use. This initiative aims to reward Uber users that are Visa cardholders. The Uber app has been available in Jamaica since June\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Image credits: rawpixel.com (Pexels<\/a>); Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; ECTEL<\/a>: Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; The Eleutheran<\/a>; Facebook<\/a>; Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jamaica<\/em> \u2013 More Jamaicans are better prepared to navigate the digital society and find new opportunities online thanks to the Flow Foundation\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tech specialist files for injunction against COVID-19 mandate at Digicel<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A senior data specialist at telecoms firm Digicel Jamaica has sought an injunction from the Supreme Court to block the implementation of the company’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy\u2026 m<\/a>o<\/a>re<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Testing, testing, cybersecurity is a must<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 A formidable cybersecurity testing strategy helps to mitigate potential attacks if a business is to be deliberate about its mitigation practices\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
That woman in tech<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 The conversation is ripe for the picking, and many feel it’s overdone. And yet some would be surprised to know that the number of women in the technology field is still vastly inferior to that of their male counterparts\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Group targets 90% digitisation by 2023<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 As part of its transformation, the VM Group is introducing new applications and upgrading digital channels to make it easier for customers to do business\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Trinidad Launches Exclusive Ministry for Digital Transformation<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago <\/em>\u2013 Trinidad & Tobago has launched an exclusive ministry for digital transformation, arming it with $280 million (US$41 million) in funding\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thursday, 4 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nBTC Revenues Up 7% To $48m<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) generated a 7 percent year-over-over increase in 2021 third quarter revenues after adding 3,000 Internet and TV subscribers in the period\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
BTL Working Along with BEL on Rural Projects<\/h4>\n\n\n\nBelize<\/em> \u2013 Access to electricity paves the way for access to devices like cell phones and radios, critical items in times of emergency as well as information sharing. DIGI representatives are touring these rural communities alongside the Ministry to identify solutions for greater access to communication\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
CANTO pledges support for Huawei\u2019s 1000 scholarships for Caribbean and LatAm women in ICT<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 CANTO has pledged to support Huawei and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) in Mexico in the below detailed initiative. Huawei and the Minister of Foreign Affairs (SRE) are calling for women across the Caribbean region to apply for the \u201c1000 Talented Women\u201d program, which seeks to promote female digital development and reduce the digital divide and gender gap in the region\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
ADVERTORIAL | Cybersecurity and AI technologies should support work from home model<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 While a VPN connection will ensure communication between an endpoint and the securely encrypted corporate network, potential risks still exist as persons working from home\/remotely may have access to unsecured networks and malicious websites\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vaccine tug of war as Digicel faces injunction bid<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Chairman of Cari-Med Group, Dr Glen Christian, says his company will not backtrack from its mandatory COVID-19 vaccine-or-test policy amid a steady increase in litigation against companies holding a similar line, the latest coming against telecommunications giant Digicel\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wi-Fi hotspots for Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The communities of Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse in the Westmoreland Eastern constituency are to benefit from the installation of Wi-Fi hotspots\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electricity, Water, and fibre now at Mullet Bay Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSint Maarten <\/em>\u2013 The Minister of Public Housing, Environment, Spatial Planning, and Infrastructure (Ministry of VROMI) Hon. Egbert J. Doran announced on Thursday that a project is currently underway which will further enhance the overall experience at Mullet Bay Beach for residents and tourists who visit one of the island’s most popular beaches\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Friday, 5 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nDigital platform foreshadowed for farmers, fishermen<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Relief is on the way for farmers and fishermen in the Family Islands who have traditionally had to travel to New Providence to apply for permits\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
GTT to interview persons for range of vacancies at career fair on Friday<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana <\/em>\u2013 Close to thirty persons are expected to be hired within the telecommunications sector when GTT hosts its first career fair on Friday, November 5, 2021, at its 55 Brickdam Retail location (Blackberry Store)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Innovations to explore new fintech products<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 VM Innovations, the fintech arm of the VM Group, said it is positioning to take advantage of some new financial products in the market including the much-touted central bank digital currency (CBDC)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
FLOW Apologises For Service Interruption<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Flow St. Vincent has confirmed that it has been recently experiencing technical issues on its voice and broadband services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
IML establishes new Digital Services Division<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Interactive Media Limited (IML) announced today, the establishment of its new Digital Services Division which will help businesses in St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) and around the region transform themselves so as to more effectively participate in the digital economy\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nNTRC Icode784 Finals Set<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 The stage is set for the finals of the 2021 National Telecommunication Regulatory Commission\u2019s (NTRC) icode784 competition. The finals will be held on November 24 following the conclusion of judging in the preliminary phase of November 3\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Robust Telecom Regulations Coming<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Subscribers of telecommuni-cations services are being asked to remain patient until early 2022, when legislation is expected to be brought to Parliament\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digicel CEO talks leadership at UWI event<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Throughout the pandemic, Digicel employees stayed motivated by maintaining focus on their purpose and mission to keep customers connected to the people and experiences they needed\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saturday, 6 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nTechnology and youth the way forward for economic development<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Barbados <\/em>\u2013 The Caribbean has the potential to become a leading global technological and creative hub, by utilising its key resource, the youth\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liberty Latin America Ltd (LILA) Q3 2021 Earnings Call Transcript<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for standing by\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Flow goes to work in ‘the Neighbourhood’<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Leading telecommunications and entertainment services provider, Flow set out to work the “neighbourhood” in a campaign to improve customer service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sunday, 7 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nECTEL Introduces EC Bill in Quest to Develop Digital Economy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Member states of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) plan on taking a bolder approach to regulate a more robust and efficient \u2018digital economy\u2019 in the face of the Covid-19 crisis\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nFitch and Moody’s caution Digicel on pending credit rating<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Having announced that they will be upgrading their credit rating of Digicel, international credit ratings agencies, Fitch and Moody’s have hinted that the revised rating might not be so favourable as expected\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Cybercrime Act and offences<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana<\/em> \u2013 Cybercrime is the use of a computer to carry out illegal acts. Cybercrimes are usually done with the use of the internet and the different instruments that it has available, and most people are not aware of this Act and the penalties that are attached to offences that fall under this Act\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Issues with Flow, pensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Dear Claudienne, I have a problem with Flow in respect of billing discrepancies on my account. The problem is that FLOW has been charging me for items I have already paid for and which have been duplicated on their billing invoice\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
JTDA launches Caribbean tech alliance fund<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Jamaica Technology and Digital Alliance (JTDA) has partnered with RealDecoy, a global digital commerce company, to develop a crowdfunding platform for local and Caribbean tech projects and fund-raisers\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Uber partners with Visa Jamaica to offer discounted leases<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Uber has partnered with Visa to offer discounted leases to its users to encourage more in-app card use. This initiative aims to reward Uber users that are Visa cardholders. The Uber app has been available in Jamaica since June\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Image credits: rawpixel.com (Pexels<\/a>); Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; ECTEL<\/a>: Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; The Eleutheran<\/a>; Facebook<\/a>; Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jamaica<\/em> \u2013 A formidable cybersecurity testing strategy helps to mitigate potential attacks if a business is to be deliberate about its mitigation practices\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
That woman in tech<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 The conversation is ripe for the picking, and many feel it’s overdone. And yet some would be surprised to know that the number of women in the technology field is still vastly inferior to that of their male counterparts\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Group targets 90% digitisation by 2023<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 As part of its transformation, the VM Group is introducing new applications and upgrading digital channels to make it easier for customers to do business\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Trinidad Launches Exclusive Ministry for Digital Transformation<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago <\/em>\u2013 Trinidad & Tobago has launched an exclusive ministry for digital transformation, arming it with $280 million (US$41 million) in funding\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thursday, 4 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nBTC Revenues Up 7% To $48m<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) generated a 7 percent year-over-over increase in 2021 third quarter revenues after adding 3,000 Internet and TV subscribers in the period\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
BTL Working Along with BEL on Rural Projects<\/h4>\n\n\n\nBelize<\/em> \u2013 Access to electricity paves the way for access to devices like cell phones and radios, critical items in times of emergency as well as information sharing. DIGI representatives are touring these rural communities alongside the Ministry to identify solutions for greater access to communication\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
CANTO pledges support for Huawei\u2019s 1000 scholarships for Caribbean and LatAm women in ICT<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 CANTO has pledged to support Huawei and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) in Mexico in the below detailed initiative. Huawei and the Minister of Foreign Affairs (SRE) are calling for women across the Caribbean region to apply for the \u201c1000 Talented Women\u201d program, which seeks to promote female digital development and reduce the digital divide and gender gap in the region\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
ADVERTORIAL | Cybersecurity and AI technologies should support work from home model<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 While a VPN connection will ensure communication between an endpoint and the securely encrypted corporate network, potential risks still exist as persons working from home\/remotely may have access to unsecured networks and malicious websites\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vaccine tug of war as Digicel faces injunction bid<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Chairman of Cari-Med Group, Dr Glen Christian, says his company will not backtrack from its mandatory COVID-19 vaccine-or-test policy amid a steady increase in litigation against companies holding a similar line, the latest coming against telecommunications giant Digicel\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wi-Fi hotspots for Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The communities of Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse in the Westmoreland Eastern constituency are to benefit from the installation of Wi-Fi hotspots\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electricity, Water, and fibre now at Mullet Bay Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSint Maarten <\/em>\u2013 The Minister of Public Housing, Environment, Spatial Planning, and Infrastructure (Ministry of VROMI) Hon. Egbert J. Doran announced on Thursday that a project is currently underway which will further enhance the overall experience at Mullet Bay Beach for residents and tourists who visit one of the island’s most popular beaches\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Friday, 5 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nDigital platform foreshadowed for farmers, fishermen<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Relief is on the way for farmers and fishermen in the Family Islands who have traditionally had to travel to New Providence to apply for permits\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
GTT to interview persons for range of vacancies at career fair on Friday<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana <\/em>\u2013 Close to thirty persons are expected to be hired within the telecommunications sector when GTT hosts its first career fair on Friday, November 5, 2021, at its 55 Brickdam Retail location (Blackberry Store)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Innovations to explore new fintech products<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 VM Innovations, the fintech arm of the VM Group, said it is positioning to take advantage of some new financial products in the market including the much-touted central bank digital currency (CBDC)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
FLOW Apologises For Service Interruption<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Flow St. Vincent has confirmed that it has been recently experiencing technical issues on its voice and broadband services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
IML establishes new Digital Services Division<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Interactive Media Limited (IML) announced today, the establishment of its new Digital Services Division which will help businesses in St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) and around the region transform themselves so as to more effectively participate in the digital economy\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nNTRC Icode784 Finals Set<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 The stage is set for the finals of the 2021 National Telecommunication Regulatory Commission\u2019s (NTRC) icode784 competition. The finals will be held on November 24 following the conclusion of judging in the preliminary phase of November 3\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Robust Telecom Regulations Coming<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Subscribers of telecommuni-cations services are being asked to remain patient until early 2022, when legislation is expected to be brought to Parliament\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digicel CEO talks leadership at UWI event<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Throughout the pandemic, Digicel employees stayed motivated by maintaining focus on their purpose and mission to keep customers connected to the people and experiences they needed\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saturday, 6 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nTechnology and youth the way forward for economic development<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Barbados <\/em>\u2013 The Caribbean has the potential to become a leading global technological and creative hub, by utilising its key resource, the youth\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liberty Latin America Ltd (LILA) Q3 2021 Earnings Call Transcript<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for standing by\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Flow goes to work in ‘the Neighbourhood’<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Leading telecommunications and entertainment services provider, Flow set out to work the “neighbourhood” in a campaign to improve customer service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sunday, 7 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nECTEL Introduces EC Bill in Quest to Develop Digital Economy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Member states of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) plan on taking a bolder approach to regulate a more robust and efficient \u2018digital economy\u2019 in the face of the Covid-19 crisis\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nFitch and Moody’s caution Digicel on pending credit rating<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Having announced that they will be upgrading their credit rating of Digicel, international credit ratings agencies, Fitch and Moody’s have hinted that the revised rating might not be so favourable as expected\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Cybercrime Act and offences<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana<\/em> \u2013 Cybercrime is the use of a computer to carry out illegal acts. Cybercrimes are usually done with the use of the internet and the different instruments that it has available, and most people are not aware of this Act and the penalties that are attached to offences that fall under this Act\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Issues with Flow, pensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Dear Claudienne, I have a problem with Flow in respect of billing discrepancies on my account. The problem is that FLOW has been charging me for items I have already paid for and which have been duplicated on their billing invoice\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
JTDA launches Caribbean tech alliance fund<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Jamaica Technology and Digital Alliance (JTDA) has partnered with RealDecoy, a global digital commerce company, to develop a crowdfunding platform for local and Caribbean tech projects and fund-raisers\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Uber partners with Visa Jamaica to offer discounted leases<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Uber has partnered with Visa to offer discounted leases to its users to encourage more in-app card use. This initiative aims to reward Uber users that are Visa cardholders. The Uber app has been available in Jamaica since June\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Image credits: rawpixel.com (Pexels<\/a>); Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; ECTEL<\/a>: Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; The Eleutheran<\/a>; Facebook<\/a>; Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jamaica<\/em> \u2013 As part of its transformation, the VM Group is introducing new applications and upgrading digital channels to make it easier for customers to do business\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Trinidad Launches Exclusive Ministry for Digital Transformation<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago <\/em>\u2013 Trinidad & Tobago has launched an exclusive ministry for digital transformation, arming it with $280 million (US$41 million) in funding\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thursday, 4 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nBTC Revenues Up 7% To $48m<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) generated a 7 percent year-over-over increase in 2021 third quarter revenues after adding 3,000 Internet and TV subscribers in the period\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
BTL Working Along with BEL on Rural Projects<\/h4>\n\n\n\nBelize<\/em> \u2013 Access to electricity paves the way for access to devices like cell phones and radios, critical items in times of emergency as well as information sharing. DIGI representatives are touring these rural communities alongside the Ministry to identify solutions for greater access to communication\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
CANTO pledges support for Huawei\u2019s 1000 scholarships for Caribbean and LatAm women in ICT<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 CANTO has pledged to support Huawei and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) in Mexico in the below detailed initiative. Huawei and the Minister of Foreign Affairs (SRE) are calling for women across the Caribbean region to apply for the \u201c1000 Talented Women\u201d program, which seeks to promote female digital development and reduce the digital divide and gender gap in the region\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
ADVERTORIAL | Cybersecurity and AI technologies should support work from home model<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 While a VPN connection will ensure communication between an endpoint and the securely encrypted corporate network, potential risks still exist as persons working from home\/remotely may have access to unsecured networks and malicious websites\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vaccine tug of war as Digicel faces injunction bid<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Chairman of Cari-Med Group, Dr Glen Christian, says his company will not backtrack from its mandatory COVID-19 vaccine-or-test policy amid a steady increase in litigation against companies holding a similar line, the latest coming against telecommunications giant Digicel\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wi-Fi hotspots for Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The communities of Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse in the Westmoreland Eastern constituency are to benefit from the installation of Wi-Fi hotspots\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electricity, Water, and fibre now at Mullet Bay Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSint Maarten <\/em>\u2013 The Minister of Public Housing, Environment, Spatial Planning, and Infrastructure (Ministry of VROMI) Hon. Egbert J. Doran announced on Thursday that a project is currently underway which will further enhance the overall experience at Mullet Bay Beach for residents and tourists who visit one of the island’s most popular beaches\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Friday, 5 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nDigital platform foreshadowed for farmers, fishermen<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Relief is on the way for farmers and fishermen in the Family Islands who have traditionally had to travel to New Providence to apply for permits\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
GTT to interview persons for range of vacancies at career fair on Friday<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana <\/em>\u2013 Close to thirty persons are expected to be hired within the telecommunications sector when GTT hosts its first career fair on Friday, November 5, 2021, at its 55 Brickdam Retail location (Blackberry Store)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Innovations to explore new fintech products<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 VM Innovations, the fintech arm of the VM Group, said it is positioning to take advantage of some new financial products in the market including the much-touted central bank digital currency (CBDC)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
FLOW Apologises For Service Interruption<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Flow St. Vincent has confirmed that it has been recently experiencing technical issues on its voice and broadband services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
IML establishes new Digital Services Division<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Interactive Media Limited (IML) announced today, the establishment of its new Digital Services Division which will help businesses in St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) and around the region transform themselves so as to more effectively participate in the digital economy\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nNTRC Icode784 Finals Set<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 The stage is set for the finals of the 2021 National Telecommunication Regulatory Commission\u2019s (NTRC) icode784 competition. The finals will be held on November 24 following the conclusion of judging in the preliminary phase of November 3\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Robust Telecom Regulations Coming<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Subscribers of telecommuni-cations services are being asked to remain patient until early 2022, when legislation is expected to be brought to Parliament\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digicel CEO talks leadership at UWI event<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Throughout the pandemic, Digicel employees stayed motivated by maintaining focus on their purpose and mission to keep customers connected to the people and experiences they needed\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saturday, 6 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nTechnology and youth the way forward for economic development<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Barbados <\/em>\u2013 The Caribbean has the potential to become a leading global technological and creative hub, by utilising its key resource, the youth\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liberty Latin America Ltd (LILA) Q3 2021 Earnings Call Transcript<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for standing by\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Flow goes to work in ‘the Neighbourhood’<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Leading telecommunications and entertainment services provider, Flow set out to work the “neighbourhood” in a campaign to improve customer service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sunday, 7 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nECTEL Introduces EC Bill in Quest to Develop Digital Economy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Member states of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) plan on taking a bolder approach to regulate a more robust and efficient \u2018digital economy\u2019 in the face of the Covid-19 crisis\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nFitch and Moody’s caution Digicel on pending credit rating<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Having announced that they will be upgrading their credit rating of Digicel, international credit ratings agencies, Fitch and Moody’s have hinted that the revised rating might not be so favourable as expected\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Cybercrime Act and offences<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana<\/em> \u2013 Cybercrime is the use of a computer to carry out illegal acts. Cybercrimes are usually done with the use of the internet and the different instruments that it has available, and most people are not aware of this Act and the penalties that are attached to offences that fall under this Act\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Issues with Flow, pensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Dear Claudienne, I have a problem with Flow in respect of billing discrepancies on my account. The problem is that FLOW has been charging me for items I have already paid for and which have been duplicated on their billing invoice\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
JTDA launches Caribbean tech alliance fund<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Jamaica Technology and Digital Alliance (JTDA) has partnered with RealDecoy, a global digital commerce company, to develop a crowdfunding platform for local and Caribbean tech projects and fund-raisers\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Uber partners with Visa Jamaica to offer discounted leases<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Uber has partnered with Visa to offer discounted leases to its users to encourage more in-app card use. This initiative aims to reward Uber users that are Visa cardholders. The Uber app has been available in Jamaica since June\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Image credits: rawpixel.com (Pexels<\/a>); Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; ECTEL<\/a>: Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; The Eleutheran<\/a>; Facebook<\/a>; Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nBTC Revenues Up 7% To $48m<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) generated a 7 percent year-over-over increase in 2021 third quarter revenues after adding 3,000 Internet and TV subscribers in the period\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
BTL Working Along with BEL on Rural Projects<\/h4>\n\n\n\nBelize<\/em> \u2013 Access to electricity paves the way for access to devices like cell phones and radios, critical items in times of emergency as well as information sharing. DIGI representatives are touring these rural communities alongside the Ministry to identify solutions for greater access to communication\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
CANTO pledges support for Huawei\u2019s 1000 scholarships for Caribbean and LatAm women in ICT<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 CANTO has pledged to support Huawei and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) in Mexico in the below detailed initiative. Huawei and the Minister of Foreign Affairs (SRE) are calling for women across the Caribbean region to apply for the \u201c1000 Talented Women\u201d program, which seeks to promote female digital development and reduce the digital divide and gender gap in the region\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
ADVERTORIAL | Cybersecurity and AI technologies should support work from home model<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 While a VPN connection will ensure communication between an endpoint and the securely encrypted corporate network, potential risks still exist as persons working from home\/remotely may have access to unsecured networks and malicious websites\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vaccine tug of war as Digicel faces injunction bid<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Chairman of Cari-Med Group, Dr Glen Christian, says his company will not backtrack from its mandatory COVID-19 vaccine-or-test policy amid a steady increase in litigation against companies holding a similar line, the latest coming against telecommunications giant Digicel\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wi-Fi hotspots for Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The communities of Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse in the Westmoreland Eastern constituency are to benefit from the installation of Wi-Fi hotspots\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electricity, Water, and fibre now at Mullet Bay Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSint Maarten <\/em>\u2013 The Minister of Public Housing, Environment, Spatial Planning, and Infrastructure (Ministry of VROMI) Hon. Egbert J. Doran announced on Thursday that a project is currently underway which will further enhance the overall experience at Mullet Bay Beach for residents and tourists who visit one of the island’s most popular beaches\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Friday, 5 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nDigital platform foreshadowed for farmers, fishermen<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Relief is on the way for farmers and fishermen in the Family Islands who have traditionally had to travel to New Providence to apply for permits\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
GTT to interview persons for range of vacancies at career fair on Friday<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana <\/em>\u2013 Close to thirty persons are expected to be hired within the telecommunications sector when GTT hosts its first career fair on Friday, November 5, 2021, at its 55 Brickdam Retail location (Blackberry Store)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Innovations to explore new fintech products<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 VM Innovations, the fintech arm of the VM Group, said it is positioning to take advantage of some new financial products in the market including the much-touted central bank digital currency (CBDC)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
FLOW Apologises For Service Interruption<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Flow St. Vincent has confirmed that it has been recently experiencing technical issues on its voice and broadband services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
IML establishes new Digital Services Division<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Interactive Media Limited (IML) announced today, the establishment of its new Digital Services Division which will help businesses in St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) and around the region transform themselves so as to more effectively participate in the digital economy\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nNTRC Icode784 Finals Set<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 The stage is set for the finals of the 2021 National Telecommunication Regulatory Commission\u2019s (NTRC) icode784 competition. The finals will be held on November 24 following the conclusion of judging in the preliminary phase of November 3\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Robust Telecom Regulations Coming<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Subscribers of telecommuni-cations services are being asked to remain patient until early 2022, when legislation is expected to be brought to Parliament\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digicel CEO talks leadership at UWI event<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Throughout the pandemic, Digicel employees stayed motivated by maintaining focus on their purpose and mission to keep customers connected to the people and experiences they needed\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saturday, 6 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nTechnology and youth the way forward for economic development<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Barbados <\/em>\u2013 The Caribbean has the potential to become a leading global technological and creative hub, by utilising its key resource, the youth\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liberty Latin America Ltd (LILA) Q3 2021 Earnings Call Transcript<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for standing by\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Flow goes to work in ‘the Neighbourhood’<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Leading telecommunications and entertainment services provider, Flow set out to work the “neighbourhood” in a campaign to improve customer service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sunday, 7 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nECTEL Introduces EC Bill in Quest to Develop Digital Economy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Member states of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) plan on taking a bolder approach to regulate a more robust and efficient \u2018digital economy\u2019 in the face of the Covid-19 crisis\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nFitch and Moody’s caution Digicel on pending credit rating<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Having announced that they will be upgrading their credit rating of Digicel, international credit ratings agencies, Fitch and Moody’s have hinted that the revised rating might not be so favourable as expected\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Cybercrime Act and offences<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana<\/em> \u2013 Cybercrime is the use of a computer to carry out illegal acts. Cybercrimes are usually done with the use of the internet and the different instruments that it has available, and most people are not aware of this Act and the penalties that are attached to offences that fall under this Act\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Issues with Flow, pensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Dear Claudienne, I have a problem with Flow in respect of billing discrepancies on my account. The problem is that FLOW has been charging me for items I have already paid for and which have been duplicated on their billing invoice\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
JTDA launches Caribbean tech alliance fund<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Jamaica Technology and Digital Alliance (JTDA) has partnered with RealDecoy, a global digital commerce company, to develop a crowdfunding platform for local and Caribbean tech projects and fund-raisers\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Uber partners with Visa Jamaica to offer discounted leases<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Uber has partnered with Visa to offer discounted leases to its users to encourage more in-app card use. This initiative aims to reward Uber users that are Visa cardholders. The Uber app has been available in Jamaica since June\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Image credits: rawpixel.com (Pexels<\/a>); Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; ECTEL<\/a>: Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; The Eleutheran<\/a>; Facebook<\/a>; Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 CANTO has pledged to support Huawei and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) in Mexico in the below detailed initiative. Huawei and the Minister of Foreign Affairs (SRE) are calling for women across the Caribbean region to apply for the \u201c1000 Talented Women\u201d program, which seeks to promote female digital development and reduce the digital divide and gender gap in the region\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
ADVERTORIAL | Cybersecurity and AI technologies should support work from home model<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 While a VPN connection will ensure communication between an endpoint and the securely encrypted corporate network, potential risks still exist as persons working from home\/remotely may have access to unsecured networks and malicious websites\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vaccine tug of war as Digicel faces injunction bid<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Chairman of Cari-Med Group, Dr Glen Christian, says his company will not backtrack from its mandatory COVID-19 vaccine-or-test policy amid a steady increase in litigation against companies holding a similar line, the latest coming against telecommunications giant Digicel\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wi-Fi hotspots for Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The communities of Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse in the Westmoreland Eastern constituency are to benefit from the installation of Wi-Fi hotspots\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electricity, Water, and fibre now at Mullet Bay Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSint Maarten <\/em>\u2013 The Minister of Public Housing, Environment, Spatial Planning, and Infrastructure (Ministry of VROMI) Hon. Egbert J. Doran announced on Thursday that a project is currently underway which will further enhance the overall experience at Mullet Bay Beach for residents and tourists who visit one of the island’s most popular beaches\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Friday, 5 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nDigital platform foreshadowed for farmers, fishermen<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Relief is on the way for farmers and fishermen in the Family Islands who have traditionally had to travel to New Providence to apply for permits\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
GTT to interview persons for range of vacancies at career fair on Friday<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana <\/em>\u2013 Close to thirty persons are expected to be hired within the telecommunications sector when GTT hosts its first career fair on Friday, November 5, 2021, at its 55 Brickdam Retail location (Blackberry Store)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Innovations to explore new fintech products<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 VM Innovations, the fintech arm of the VM Group, said it is positioning to take advantage of some new financial products in the market including the much-touted central bank digital currency (CBDC)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
FLOW Apologises For Service Interruption<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Flow St. Vincent has confirmed that it has been recently experiencing technical issues on its voice and broadband services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
IML establishes new Digital Services Division<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Interactive Media Limited (IML) announced today, the establishment of its new Digital Services Division which will help businesses in St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) and around the region transform themselves so as to more effectively participate in the digital economy\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nNTRC Icode784 Finals Set<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 The stage is set for the finals of the 2021 National Telecommunication Regulatory Commission\u2019s (NTRC) icode784 competition. The finals will be held on November 24 following the conclusion of judging in the preliminary phase of November 3\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Robust Telecom Regulations Coming<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Subscribers of telecommuni-cations services are being asked to remain patient until early 2022, when legislation is expected to be brought to Parliament\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digicel CEO talks leadership at UWI event<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Throughout the pandemic, Digicel employees stayed motivated by maintaining focus on their purpose and mission to keep customers connected to the people and experiences they needed\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saturday, 6 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nTechnology and youth the way forward for economic development<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Barbados <\/em>\u2013 The Caribbean has the potential to become a leading global technological and creative hub, by utilising its key resource, the youth\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liberty Latin America Ltd (LILA) Q3 2021 Earnings Call Transcript<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for standing by\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Flow goes to work in ‘the Neighbourhood’<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Leading telecommunications and entertainment services provider, Flow set out to work the “neighbourhood” in a campaign to improve customer service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sunday, 7 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nECTEL Introduces EC Bill in Quest to Develop Digital Economy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Member states of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) plan on taking a bolder approach to regulate a more robust and efficient \u2018digital economy\u2019 in the face of the Covid-19 crisis\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nFitch and Moody’s caution Digicel on pending credit rating<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Having announced that they will be upgrading their credit rating of Digicel, international credit ratings agencies, Fitch and Moody’s have hinted that the revised rating might not be so favourable as expected\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Cybercrime Act and offences<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana<\/em> \u2013 Cybercrime is the use of a computer to carry out illegal acts. Cybercrimes are usually done with the use of the internet and the different instruments that it has available, and most people are not aware of this Act and the penalties that are attached to offences that fall under this Act\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Issues with Flow, pensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Dear Claudienne, I have a problem with Flow in respect of billing discrepancies on my account. The problem is that FLOW has been charging me for items I have already paid for and which have been duplicated on their billing invoice\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
JTDA launches Caribbean tech alliance fund<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Jamaica Technology and Digital Alliance (JTDA) has partnered with RealDecoy, a global digital commerce company, to develop a crowdfunding platform for local and Caribbean tech projects and fund-raisers\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Uber partners with Visa Jamaica to offer discounted leases<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Uber has partnered with Visa to offer discounted leases to its users to encourage more in-app card use. This initiative aims to reward Uber users that are Visa cardholders. The Uber app has been available in Jamaica since June\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Image credits: rawpixel.com (Pexels<\/a>); Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; ECTEL<\/a>: Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; The Eleutheran<\/a>; Facebook<\/a>; Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 Chairman of Cari-Med Group, Dr Glen Christian, says his company will not backtrack from its mandatory COVID-19 vaccine-or-test policy amid a steady increase in litigation against companies holding a similar line, the latest coming against telecommunications giant Digicel\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wi-Fi hotspots for Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The communities of Bethel Town, Darliston and Whitehouse in the Westmoreland Eastern constituency are to benefit from the installation of Wi-Fi hotspots\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electricity, Water, and fibre now at Mullet Bay Beach<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSint Maarten <\/em>\u2013 The Minister of Public Housing, Environment, Spatial Planning, and Infrastructure (Ministry of VROMI) Hon. Egbert J. Doran announced on Thursday that a project is currently underway which will further enhance the overall experience at Mullet Bay Beach for residents and tourists who visit one of the island’s most popular beaches\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Friday, 5 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nDigital platform foreshadowed for farmers, fishermen<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Relief is on the way for farmers and fishermen in the Family Islands who have traditionally had to travel to New Providence to apply for permits\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
GTT to interview persons for range of vacancies at career fair on Friday<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana <\/em>\u2013 Close to thirty persons are expected to be hired within the telecommunications sector when GTT hosts its first career fair on Friday, November 5, 2021, at its 55 Brickdam Retail location (Blackberry Store)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Innovations to explore new fintech products<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 VM Innovations, the fintech arm of the VM Group, said it is positioning to take advantage of some new financial products in the market including the much-touted central bank digital currency (CBDC)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
FLOW Apologises For Service Interruption<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Flow St. Vincent has confirmed that it has been recently experiencing technical issues on its voice and broadband services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
IML establishes new Digital Services Division<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Interactive Media Limited (IML) announced today, the establishment of its new Digital Services Division which will help businesses in St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) and around the region transform themselves so as to more effectively participate in the digital economy\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nNTRC Icode784 Finals Set<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 The stage is set for the finals of the 2021 National Telecommunication Regulatory Commission\u2019s (NTRC) icode784 competition. The finals will be held on November 24 following the conclusion of judging in the preliminary phase of November 3\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Robust Telecom Regulations Coming<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Subscribers of telecommuni-cations services are being asked to remain patient until early 2022, when legislation is expected to be brought to Parliament\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digicel CEO talks leadership at UWI event<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Throughout the pandemic, Digicel employees stayed motivated by maintaining focus on their purpose and mission to keep customers connected to the people and experiences they needed\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saturday, 6 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nTechnology and youth the way forward for economic development<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Barbados <\/em>\u2013 The Caribbean has the potential to become a leading global technological and creative hub, by utilising its key resource, the youth\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liberty Latin America Ltd (LILA) Q3 2021 Earnings Call Transcript<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for standing by\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Flow goes to work in ‘the Neighbourhood’<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Leading telecommunications and entertainment services provider, Flow set out to work the “neighbourhood” in a campaign to improve customer service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sunday, 7 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nECTEL Introduces EC Bill in Quest to Develop Digital Economy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Member states of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) plan on taking a bolder approach to regulate a more robust and efficient \u2018digital economy\u2019 in the face of the Covid-19 crisis\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nFitch and Moody’s caution Digicel on pending credit rating<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Having announced that they will be upgrading their credit rating of Digicel, international credit ratings agencies, Fitch and Moody’s have hinted that the revised rating might not be so favourable as expected\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Cybercrime Act and offences<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana<\/em> \u2013 Cybercrime is the use of a computer to carry out illegal acts. Cybercrimes are usually done with the use of the internet and the different instruments that it has available, and most people are not aware of this Act and the penalties that are attached to offences that fall under this Act\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Issues with Flow, pensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Dear Claudienne, I have a problem with Flow in respect of billing discrepancies on my account. The problem is that FLOW has been charging me for items I have already paid for and which have been duplicated on their billing invoice\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
JTDA launches Caribbean tech alliance fund<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Jamaica Technology and Digital Alliance (JTDA) has partnered with RealDecoy, a global digital commerce company, to develop a crowdfunding platform for local and Caribbean tech projects and fund-raisers\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Uber partners with Visa Jamaica to offer discounted leases<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Uber has partnered with Visa to offer discounted leases to its users to encourage more in-app card use. This initiative aims to reward Uber users that are Visa cardholders. The Uber app has been available in Jamaica since June\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Image credits: rawpixel.com (Pexels<\/a>); Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; ECTEL<\/a>: Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; The Eleutheran<\/a>; Facebook<\/a>; Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sint Maarten <\/em>\u2013 The Minister of Public Housing, Environment, Spatial Planning, and Infrastructure (Ministry of VROMI) Hon. Egbert J. Doran announced on Thursday that a project is currently underway which will further enhance the overall experience at Mullet Bay Beach for residents and tourists who visit one of the island’s most popular beaches\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Friday, 5 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nDigital platform foreshadowed for farmers, fishermen<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Relief is on the way for farmers and fishermen in the Family Islands who have traditionally had to travel to New Providence to apply for permits\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Guyana <\/em>\u2013 Close to thirty persons are expected to be hired within the telecommunications sector when GTT hosts its first career fair on Friday, November 5, 2021, at its 55 Brickdam Retail location (Blackberry Store)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
VM Innovations to explore new fintech products<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 VM Innovations, the fintech arm of the VM Group, said it is positioning to take advantage of some new financial products in the market including the much-touted central bank digital currency (CBDC)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
FLOW Apologises For Service Interruption<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Flow St. Vincent has confirmed that it has been recently experiencing technical issues on its voice and broadband services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
IML establishes new Digital Services Division<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Interactive Media Limited (IML) announced today, the establishment of its new Digital Services Division which will help businesses in St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) and around the region transform themselves so as to more effectively participate in the digital economy\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nNTRC Icode784 Finals Set<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 The stage is set for the finals of the 2021 National Telecommunication Regulatory Commission\u2019s (NTRC) icode784 competition. The finals will be held on November 24 following the conclusion of judging in the preliminary phase of November 3\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Robust Telecom Regulations Coming<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Subscribers of telecommuni-cations services are being asked to remain patient until early 2022, when legislation is expected to be brought to Parliament\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digicel CEO talks leadership at UWI event<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Throughout the pandemic, Digicel employees stayed motivated by maintaining focus on their purpose and mission to keep customers connected to the people and experiences they needed\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saturday, 6 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nTechnology and youth the way forward for economic development<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Barbados <\/em>\u2013 The Caribbean has the potential to become a leading global technological and creative hub, by utilising its key resource, the youth\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liberty Latin America Ltd (LILA) Q3 2021 Earnings Call Transcript<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for standing by\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Flow goes to work in ‘the Neighbourhood’<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Leading telecommunications and entertainment services provider, Flow set out to work the “neighbourhood” in a campaign to improve customer service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sunday, 7 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nECTEL Introduces EC Bill in Quest to Develop Digital Economy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Member states of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) plan on taking a bolder approach to regulate a more robust and efficient \u2018digital economy\u2019 in the face of the Covid-19 crisis\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nFitch and Moody’s caution Digicel on pending credit rating<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Having announced that they will be upgrading their credit rating of Digicel, international credit ratings agencies, Fitch and Moody’s have hinted that the revised rating might not be so favourable as expected\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Cybercrime Act and offences<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana<\/em> \u2013 Cybercrime is the use of a computer to carry out illegal acts. Cybercrimes are usually done with the use of the internet and the different instruments that it has available, and most people are not aware of this Act and the penalties that are attached to offences that fall under this Act\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Issues with Flow, pensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Dear Claudienne, I have a problem with Flow in respect of billing discrepancies on my account. The problem is that FLOW has been charging me for items I have already paid for and which have been duplicated on their billing invoice\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
JTDA launches Caribbean tech alliance fund<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Jamaica Technology and Digital Alliance (JTDA) has partnered with RealDecoy, a global digital commerce company, to develop a crowdfunding platform for local and Caribbean tech projects and fund-raisers\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Uber partners with Visa Jamaica to offer discounted leases<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Uber has partnered with Visa to offer discounted leases to its users to encourage more in-app card use. This initiative aims to reward Uber users that are Visa cardholders. The Uber app has been available in Jamaica since June\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Image credits: rawpixel.com (Pexels<\/a>); Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; ECTEL<\/a>: Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; The Eleutheran<\/a>; Facebook<\/a>; Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Flow St. Vincent has confirmed that it has been recently experiencing technical issues on its voice and broadband services\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
IML establishes new Digital Services Division<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Interactive Media Limited (IML) announced today, the establishment of its new Digital Services Division which will help businesses in St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) and around the region transform themselves so as to more effectively participate in the digital economy\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nNTRC Icode784 Finals Set<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 The stage is set for the finals of the 2021 National Telecommunication Regulatory Commission\u2019s (NTRC) icode784 competition. The finals will be held on November 24 following the conclusion of judging in the preliminary phase of November 3\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Robust Telecom Regulations Coming<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Subscribers of telecommuni-cations services are being asked to remain patient until early 2022, when legislation is expected to be brought to Parliament\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digicel CEO talks leadership at UWI event<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Throughout the pandemic, Digicel employees stayed motivated by maintaining focus on their purpose and mission to keep customers connected to the people and experiences they needed\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saturday, 6 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nTechnology and youth the way forward for economic development<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Barbados <\/em>\u2013 The Caribbean has the potential to become a leading global technological and creative hub, by utilising its key resource, the youth\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liberty Latin America Ltd (LILA) Q3 2021 Earnings Call Transcript<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for standing by\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Flow goes to work in ‘the Neighbourhood’<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Leading telecommunications and entertainment services provider, Flow set out to work the “neighbourhood” in a campaign to improve customer service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sunday, 7 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nECTEL Introduces EC Bill in Quest to Develop Digital Economy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Member states of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) plan on taking a bolder approach to regulate a more robust and efficient \u2018digital economy\u2019 in the face of the Covid-19 crisis\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nFitch and Moody’s caution Digicel on pending credit rating<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Having announced that they will be upgrading their credit rating of Digicel, international credit ratings agencies, Fitch and Moody’s have hinted that the revised rating might not be so favourable as expected\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Cybercrime Act and offences<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana<\/em> \u2013 Cybercrime is the use of a computer to carry out illegal acts. Cybercrimes are usually done with the use of the internet and the different instruments that it has available, and most people are not aware of this Act and the penalties that are attached to offences that fall under this Act\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Issues with Flow, pensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Dear Claudienne, I have a problem with Flow in respect of billing discrepancies on my account. The problem is that FLOW has been charging me for items I have already paid for and which have been duplicated on their billing invoice\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
JTDA launches Caribbean tech alliance fund<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Jamaica Technology and Digital Alliance (JTDA) has partnered with RealDecoy, a global digital commerce company, to develop a crowdfunding platform for local and Caribbean tech projects and fund-raisers\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Uber partners with Visa Jamaica to offer discounted leases<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Uber has partnered with Visa to offer discounted leases to its users to encourage more in-app card use. This initiative aims to reward Uber users that are Visa cardholders. The Uber app has been available in Jamaica since June\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Image credits: rawpixel.com (Pexels<\/a>); Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; ECTEL<\/a>: Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; The Eleutheran<\/a>; Facebook<\/a>; Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nNTRC Icode784 Finals Set<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 The stage is set for the finals of the 2021 National Telecommunication Regulatory Commission\u2019s (NTRC) icode784 competition. The finals will be held on November 24 following the conclusion of judging in the preliminary phase of November 3\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Robust Telecom Regulations Coming<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSaint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 Subscribers of telecommuni-cations services are being asked to remain patient until early 2022, when legislation is expected to be brought to Parliament\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digicel CEO talks leadership at UWI event<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Throughout the pandemic, Digicel employees stayed motivated by maintaining focus on their purpose and mission to keep customers connected to the people and experiences they needed\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saturday, 6 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nTechnology and youth the way forward for economic development<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Barbados <\/em>\u2013 The Caribbean has the potential to become a leading global technological and creative hub, by utilising its key resource, the youth\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liberty Latin America Ltd (LILA) Q3 2021 Earnings Call Transcript<\/h4>\n\n\n\nCaribbean <\/em>\u2013 Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for standing by\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Flow goes to work in ‘the Neighbourhood’<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Leading telecommunications and entertainment services provider, Flow set out to work the “neighbourhood” in a campaign to improve customer service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sunday, 7 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nECTEL Introduces EC Bill in Quest to Develop Digital Economy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Member states of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) plan on taking a bolder approach to regulate a more robust and efficient \u2018digital economy\u2019 in the face of the Covid-19 crisis\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nFitch and Moody’s caution Digicel on pending credit rating<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Having announced that they will be upgrading their credit rating of Digicel, international credit ratings agencies, Fitch and Moody’s have hinted that the revised rating might not be so favourable as expected\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Cybercrime Act and offences<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana<\/em> \u2013 Cybercrime is the use of a computer to carry out illegal acts. Cybercrimes are usually done with the use of the internet and the different instruments that it has available, and most people are not aware of this Act and the penalties that are attached to offences that fall under this Act\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Issues with Flow, pensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Dear Claudienne, I have a problem with Flow in respect of billing discrepancies on my account. The problem is that FLOW has been charging me for items I have already paid for and which have been duplicated on their billing invoice\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
JTDA launches Caribbean tech alliance fund<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Jamaica Technology and Digital Alliance (JTDA) has partnered with RealDecoy, a global digital commerce company, to develop a crowdfunding platform for local and Caribbean tech projects and fund-raisers\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Uber partners with Visa Jamaica to offer discounted leases<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Uber has partnered with Visa to offer discounted leases to its users to encourage more in-app card use. This initiative aims to reward Uber users that are Visa cardholders. The Uber app has been available in Jamaica since June\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Image credits: rawpixel.com (Pexels<\/a>); Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; ECTEL<\/a>: Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; The Eleutheran<\/a>; Facebook<\/a>; Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Trinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Throughout the pandemic, Digicel employees stayed motivated by maintaining focus on their purpose and mission to keep customers connected to the people and experiences they needed\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saturday, 6 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nTechnology and youth the way forward for economic development<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Barbados <\/em>\u2013 The Caribbean has the potential to become a leading global technological and creative hub, by utilising its key resource, the youth\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for standing by\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Flow goes to work in ‘the Neighbourhood’<\/h4>\n\n\n\nTrinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Leading telecommunications and entertainment services provider, Flow set out to work the “neighbourhood” in a campaign to improve customer service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sunday, 7 November 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\nECTEL Introduces EC Bill in Quest to Develop Digital Economy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Member states of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) plan on taking a bolder approach to regulate a more robust and efficient \u2018digital economy\u2019 in the face of the Covid-19 crisis\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nFitch and Moody’s caution Digicel on pending credit rating<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Having announced that they will be upgrading their credit rating of Digicel, international credit ratings agencies, Fitch and Moody’s have hinted that the revised rating might not be so favourable as expected\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Cybercrime Act and offences<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana<\/em> \u2013 Cybercrime is the use of a computer to carry out illegal acts. Cybercrimes are usually done with the use of the internet and the different instruments that it has available, and most people are not aware of this Act and the penalties that are attached to offences that fall under this Act\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Issues with Flow, pensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Dear Claudienne, I have a problem with Flow in respect of billing discrepancies on my account. The problem is that FLOW has been charging me for items I have already paid for and which have been duplicated on their billing invoice\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
JTDA launches Caribbean tech alliance fund<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Jamaica Technology and Digital Alliance (JTDA) has partnered with RealDecoy, a global digital commerce company, to develop a crowdfunding platform for local and Caribbean tech projects and fund-raisers\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Uber partners with Visa Jamaica to offer discounted leases<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Uber has partnered with Visa to offer discounted leases to its users to encourage more in-app card use. This initiative aims to reward Uber users that are Visa cardholders. The Uber app has been available in Jamaica since June\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Image credits: rawpixel.com (Pexels<\/a>); Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; ECTEL<\/a>: Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; The Eleutheran<\/a>; Facebook<\/a>; Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
ECTEL Introduces EC Bill in Quest to Develop Digital Economy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Member states of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) plan on taking a bolder approach to regulate a more robust and efficient \u2018digital economy\u2019 in the face of the Covid-19 crisis\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nFitch and Moody’s caution Digicel on pending credit rating<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Having announced that they will be upgrading their credit rating of Digicel, international credit ratings agencies, Fitch and Moody’s have hinted that the revised rating might not be so favourable as expected\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Cybercrime Act and offences<\/h4>\n\n\n\nGuyana<\/em> \u2013 Cybercrime is the use of a computer to carry out illegal acts. Cybercrimes are usually done with the use of the internet and the different instruments that it has available, and most people are not aware of this Act and the penalties that are attached to offences that fall under this Act\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Issues with Flow, pensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 Dear Claudienne, I have a problem with Flow in respect of billing discrepancies on my account. The problem is that FLOW has been charging me for items I have already paid for and which have been duplicated on their billing invoice\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
JTDA launches Caribbean tech alliance fund<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Jamaica Technology and Digital Alliance (JTDA) has partnered with RealDecoy, a global digital commerce company, to develop a crowdfunding platform for local and Caribbean tech projects and fund-raisers\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Uber partners with Visa Jamaica to offer discounted leases<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Uber has partnered with Visa to offer discounted leases to its users to encourage more in-app card use. This initiative aims to reward Uber users that are Visa cardholders. The Uber app has been available in Jamaica since June\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Image credits: rawpixel.com (Pexels<\/a>); Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; ECTEL<\/a>: Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; The Eleutheran<\/a>; Facebook<\/a>; Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 Dear Claudienne, I have a problem with Flow in respect of billing discrepancies on my account. The problem is that FLOW has been charging me for items I have already paid for and which have been duplicated on their billing invoice\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
JTDA launches Caribbean tech alliance fund<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Jamaica Technology and Digital Alliance (JTDA) has partnered with RealDecoy, a global digital commerce company, to develop a crowdfunding platform for local and Caribbean tech projects and fund-raisers\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Uber partners with Visa Jamaica to offer discounted leases<\/h4>\n\n\n\nJamaica<\/em> \u2013 Uber has partnered with Visa to offer discounted leases to its users to encourage more in-app card use. This initiative aims to reward Uber users that are Visa cardholders. The Uber app has been available in Jamaica since June\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Image credits: rawpixel.com (Pexels<\/a>); Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; ECTEL<\/a>: Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; The Eleutheran<\/a>; Facebook<\/a>; Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jamaica<\/em> \u2013 Uber has partnered with Visa to offer discounted leases to its users to encourage more in-app card use. This initiative aims to reward Uber users that are Visa cardholders. The Uber app has been available in Jamaica since June\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Image credits: rawpixel.com (Pexels<\/a>); Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; ECTEL<\/a>: Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; The Eleutheran<\/a>; Facebook<\/a>; Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n