{"id":161227,"date":"2021-12-20T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-12-20T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ict-pulse.com\/?p=161227"},"modified":"2021-12-19T10:45:48","modified_gmt":"2021-12-19T15:45:48","slug":"roundup-for-the-week-ending-19-december-2021","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ict-pulse.com\/2021\/12\/roundup-for-the-week-ending-19-december-2021\/","title":{"rendered":"Roundup: for the week ending 19 December 2021"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A roundup of the latest ICT\/technology news from across the Caribbean region for the period Monday 13 December to Sunday 19 December 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Monday, 13 December 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Derek Smith: Combating The Threat Posed By Cyber Risks<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Those who do not know the language of cyber security may think the topic is foreign. Compliance professionals should not forget that conversations about compliance, dripping in apparently infinite acronyms, can also sound foreign to those unfamiliar with the subject\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

National Bank of Belize Launches its Digital Mobile Wallet<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Belize <\/em>\u2013 It was a historic day on Friday, as the National Bank of Belize launched its very own digital wallet\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Cyber attacks \u2018becoming more sophisticated\u2019<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

British Virgin Islands <\/em>\u2013 Every business is vulnerable to cybersecurity threats regardless of its size, and Virgin Islands businesses should assess their risks and invest in appropriate preventive measures, two VI executives said during a webinar held last week as part of BVI Finance\u2019s educational series on cybersecurity\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

GTT rolls out Fibre service in Non Pareil<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana <\/em>\u2013 Residents of Non Pareil, East Coast Demerara area on Saturday warmly welcomed GTT Fibre to their community, as the company rolled out Fibrebroadband service there\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

iCreate brings Digital Learning Pathways to market via edX partnership<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 iCreate Institute recently announced the launch of Digital Learning Pathways through a partnership with edX, now part of 2U, said to be one of the world\u2019s largest and most recognised online learning platforms\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tobago turns to tech<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Trinidad and Tobago <\/em>\u2013 Economic realities demand that Trinidad and Tobago seek alternative means of job creation and foreign exchange revenues. One area that has come into focus globally is the creative economy\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tuesday, 14 December 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

High school students encouraged to sign up for e-sports initiative<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Antigua and Barbuda<\/em> \u2013 Students aged 13-17 are being encouraged to get onboard with a new e-sports programme being spearheaded by the Silicon Dadli group and several other partners\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Digicel announces partnership with Symptai Consulting<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 Digicel Group today announced that it has acquired a stake in Caribbean-based Symptai Consulting Limited, which will result in the two companies partnering to help companies bring their strategic vision to life through technology\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Digicel summoned to provide critical call data<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 THE Crown yesterday invoked its powers to haul telecommunications giant Digicel before the court in order to get critical call data records and cell site details linked to recorded conversations between alleged Klansman gangsters and several confiscated handsets which form part of the evidence in the case against 33 people accused of being members of the criminal organisation\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lluidas Vale and Kellits sparkle with fibre-fast connection<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 Residents in the communities of Lluidas Vale, St Catherine and Kellits, Clarendon now proudly boast access to fibre-fast internet with the recent launch of public Wi-Fi hotspots in their communities\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

USF provides $20M for second PBCJ 24-hour educational channel<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica<\/em> \u2013 The Universal Service Fund [USF] will be handing over $20 million to the Public Broadcasting Corporation of Jamaica [PBCJ]\u00a0on Friday, December 17, at the PBCJ’s Odeon Avenue, Kingston 10 offices in a ceremony set to begin at 11:00 am\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

NTRC Statement on its Regulatory Function<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Saint Lucia<\/em> \u2013 The National Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (NTRC\/The Commission) was established due to the promulgation of the Telecommunications Act of 2000\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hearing impaired youths receive training and certification in digital skills at YTEPP<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Trinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Hearing-impaired young people between the ages of 15 and 24 years now have an opportunity to get certified in information and communication technology from YTEPP Limited, which prepares them to become graphic designers, mobile app developers, among other digital skill sets\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

T&T ready for cryptocurrency<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\u00a0Trinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 LAST week, Sekani Solomon, the Tobago-born motion designer who worked on the award-winning film Black Panther, bought two pieces of art at Think Art Studio on Cipriani Boulevard, Port of Spain\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wednesday, 15 December 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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BRIDGE NETWORK BECOMES THE FIRST DEFI PROJECT LAUNCHED OUT OF BARBADOS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Barbados <\/em>\u2013 As the cryptocurrency and blockchain world booms, Barbados becomes home to a decentralized finance (DeFi) project for the first time. Known as \u2018Bridge Network\u2019, the project allows anyone to move between blockchains in a frictionless and permissionless environment\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Online Work Permit System Only Accepting New Work Permits<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

British Virgin Islands <\/em>\u2013 Acting Labour Commissioner, Mrs. Michelle Mc Lean has said that the recently launched Online Work Permit System will only be accepting new work permit applications, effective immediately\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Developing a high-performing cybersecurity mesh platform<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean<\/em> \u2013 As networks become more complex and distributed, seeing and responding to threats has become increasingly difficult\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What size is your digital transformation parachute?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean<\/em> \u2013 The needs of an organisation in digital transformation will be different based on the company’s level of maturity in both leadership and resources\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

WePlanet begins Beta testing its app<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Dominica <\/em>\u2013 WePlanet, an emerging social enterprise, announced on December 4th that they will be beginning their \u2018Beta Testing Phase\u2019\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Guyana – Telecoms, Mobile and Broadband – Statistics and Analyses<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana <\/em>\u2013 Just released, this edition of BuddeComm report outlines the latest developments and key trends in the telecoms markets\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Three GTT customers win in e-billing campaign<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana <\/em>\u2013 GTT\u2019s \u2018Opt in & win\u2019 e-billing campaign continues to gather steam as three more customers have netted big prizes\u2026 more<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

100,000 youth to receive ICT training through OAS initiative<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 Minister of Science, Energy and Technology Daryl Vaz announced the launch of the Organization of American States-led (OAS) Youth Academy on Transformative Technologies for the Americas, which will provide information and communications technology (ICT) training to 10,000 youth across the Americas by 2024 and 100,000 youth by 2026\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Estonia\u2019s e-Governance Academy establishes a subsidiary in Jamaica<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The e-Governance Academy, an Estonian non-profit foundation that assists public sector institutions worldwide in digital transformation, has established a subsidiary in Jamaica\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

JTA president wants greater commitment to set Wi-Fi for students<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 While applauding the latest initiatives to establish free community Wi-Fi access across Jamaica, including a new Internet hotspot in Grange Hill, Westmoreland, Jamaica Teachers\u2019 Association (JTA) President Winston Smith says greater willpower must be exercised in making Internet connectivity more accessible to students\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Transparent BPO expands to Jamaica<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 USA -based business process outsourcing (BPO) company Transparent BPO is expanding its nearshore operations to Jamaica with the promise of some 2,000 jobs for call centre agents\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Five new directors appointed to TATT board<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Trinidad and Tobago <\/em>\u2013 Senator Hassel Bacchus, Minister of Digital Transformation, presented instruments of appointment to new and returning members of the Board of Directors of the Telecommunications Authority of Trinidad and Tobago (TATT) on Friday 10 December, 2021. The presentation took place at TATT\u2019s head office in Barataria\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Thursday, 16 December 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

$2.5m Trial For Woman Accused Of Defrauding Cable Bahamas Adjourned<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 A magistrate yesterday adjourned the trial of a woman who was accused of stealing from and defrauding Cable Bahamas of more than $2.5m over a 12-month period\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Digital Transformation Unit touts success of Mygateway platform<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 The Digital Transformation Unit (DTU) revealed in a press statement yesterday that the Mygateway platform, which was developed by a Bahamian software development team, has processed $19 million in duty exemptions and has a user base of 54,000 people in 25 countries, just one year after launching\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Island-wide black-out from cable cut<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Barbados<\/em> \u2013 Barbadians were left without electricity for some time on Wednesday due to a \u201cfault\u201d that occurred near the Barbados Light & Power Company\u2019s (BL&P) Spring Garden generation plant\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avaya introduces Experience Builders to assist in development of services<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Avaya, a global leader in solutions to enhance and simplify communications and collaboration, is highlighting the ecosystem of Avaya Experience Builders™ this week at its ENGAGE 2021 user conference\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Digicel strenghtens disaster recovery regime, announces webinar on business resilience<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\u00a0Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 December in the Caribbean signals the end of the Atlantic Hurricane Season, and while hurricanes are not the be all and end all of disasters, in the region it does form a big part of disaster planning\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Judicial Administration announces new e-filing systems<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Cayman Islands<\/em> \u2013 Judicial Administration said that an E-Filing, Case Management System and On-Line Payment Portal, CURIA, is being launched for the Financial Services Division, Civil and Family Proceedings Unit\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

GTT promises improved infrastructure for Berbice<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana <\/em>\u2013 The Guyana Telephone and Telegraph (GTT)\u00a0 yesterday committed to improved infrastructure and services in Berbice\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Digicel hands over call data just before subpoena issued<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica<\/em> \u2013 Ahead of the delivery of a subpoena to force its hand to deliver critical call data records and cell site details linked to recorded conversations and several confiscated handsets in the case against 33 alleged members of the Klansman Gang, telecoms giant Digicel released the data, prosecutors disclosed yesterday\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Huawei launches ICT Hub for tertiary students<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 Twenty-nine tertiary students were last month recognised at a graduation ceremony for completing the Seeds for the Future Programme, organised by ICT company Huawei Jamaica\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Government Of St. Kitts And Nevis Forging Ahead Towards A Digital Transformation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Saint Kitts and Nevis <\/em>\u2013 In her presentation on The Appropriation (2022) Bill, 2021, Minister of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), the Honourable Akilah Byron-Nisbett, said the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis is forging ahead with its objective of pursuing a digital economy and introducing new, innovative technologies that will help to ensure that the twin island Federation continues to play a leading role in the Caribbean and globally\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

PM Harris: Cable Has Strategically Positioned Itself to Support Digital Transformation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\u00a0Saint Kitts and Nevis <\/em>\u2013 The Team Unity Administration will give priority to three pillars identified to enable digital transformation in the public sector, and Prime Minister the Hon Dr.Timothy Harris is commending The Cable for strategically positioning itself to support digital transformation in the country\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A tech Champion: Novo Farms Ltd<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Trinidad and Tobago<\/em>\u00a0\u2013 Interest in revitalising agricultural production has been enjoying something of a boom in recent years, and along with it has come the increased relevance of using technology within agriculture and related industries\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Digital Canopi builds a digital platform for regional authors<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Trinidad and Tobago<\/em>\u00a0\u2013 On December 03, Royards Publishing introduced its new online e-book platform, Digital Canopi\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Friday, 17 December 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Belize is modernizing its business registry into a fully digital online system<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Belize <\/em>\u2013 As part of its commitment to make doing business in Belize easier, the Government of Belize through the International Financial Services Commission (IFSC) is shifting gears and has started the transformation of the business registry to convert it into a totally digital online system \u2013 the Belize Online Business Registry System\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

No more standing in lines at NAU, do it online<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Cayman Islands<\/em> \u2013 The Needs Assessment Unit said it has now launched a new online form to make it easier for clients to apply for financial assistance\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Social assistance application goes digital<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Cayman Islands<\/em> \u2013 A new online form has been launched for clients of the Needs Assessment Unit to apply for financial assistance as part of government\u2019s overhaul of the country\u2019s welfare system\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

GTT throws its support behind the HerVenture app<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana <\/em>\u2013 The Guyana Telephone and Telegraph (GTT) announced its support towards the HerVenture app\u2019s efforts to reach and develop women-led businesses\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Digital COVID-19 Vaccine Cards Available December 20<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 Starting Monday (December 20), digital coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccination cards will be available for download by inoculated Jamaicans\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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NCB rolls out digital wallet<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 LYNK, the fintech arm of the NCB Financial Group, is now rolling out its digital wallet, aiming to provide individuals with a fast and easy way to send and receive money on their smartphones\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

SVG launches MyChild helpline App<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u2013 ST VINCENT AND the Grenadines (SVG) is one of four regional countries which today are launching a helpline application to make it easier for children to obtain psycho-social support\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Saturday, 18 December 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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Sunday, 19 December 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Advertising dollar to go digital<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica<\/em> \u2013 Head of the Advertising Association of Jamaica (AAJ) Arnold \u201cJJ\u201d Foote shared with the Jamaica Observer that the upsurge of advertising seen with traditional media in the final quarter of 2021 is only one plank of what companies are doing to recover revenue under conditions \u201cwhich are not normal\u201d\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wipay, C&WJCCU develop digital wallet<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica<\/em> \u2013 Financial\u00a0technology provider WiPay has inked a partnership with Community & Workers of Jamaica Co-operative Credit Union Limited (C&WJCCU) to develop a digital wallet for the entity’s participation in the Bank of Jamaica’s (BOJ) Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) programme\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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