A roundup of the latest ICT\/technology news from across the Caribbean region for the period Monday 26 June to Sunday 2 July 2023.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Monday, 26 June 2023<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

BTC launches ‘same speed’ fibre packages<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 he Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) has unveiled fibre packages that all provide the same Internet upload and download speeds as it seeks to deliver faster and more reliable connections\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Digicel Business and National Bank of Dominica to host cyber-security webinar \u2013 \u2018Cyber Defense Best Practices\u2019<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Dominica <\/em>\u2013 Digicel Business, in collaboration with National Bank of Dominica will host a Cyber Security Webinar on Wednesday 28, June 2023 at 10am AST. The webinar will focus on cyber defense best practices, reinforcing the need to build resilience and protection in business. This highly anticipated webinar will will feature top experts in the field of cyber security\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

EduFocal Limited registers American and Nigerian subsidiaries<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 EduFocal Limited, regarded as Jamaica\u2019s leading online learning platform, is establishing subsidiaries in the United States (US) and on the African continent in Nigeria\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maho gives 80 computers to staffers in continued education computer prog.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Sint Maarten <\/em>\u2013 The Maho Group has launched a new computer donation programme to support continued education for staff families\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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bmobile supports CARIRI coding camp<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Trinidad and Tobago <\/em>\u2013 More than three thousand students will spend their July\/August vacation learning data analytics, coding, innovation and other topics that will help prepare them for the jobs of tomorrow. CARIRI\u2019s Innovation Nation Training Programme will create a groundbreaking and immersive educational opportunity that will expand on the students\u2019 education and equip them with skills necessary for key industries of the future\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

D’Hub is here \u2013 why we should care<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Trinidad and Tobago <\/em>\u2013 ON TUESDAY last, the Ministry of Digital Transformation launched its first major project, the creation of a developer’s hub, rather unfortunately named D’Hub\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Huawei opens 2023 Seeds for the Future programme<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Trinidad and Tobago <\/em>\u2013 Leading global ICT provider Huawei is once again seeking top University students from Trinidad and Tobago to participate in Huawei\u2019s global \u201cSeeds for The Future\u201d (SFTF) Programme\u2013\u2013the company\u2019s highly successful technology training initiative which exposes tertiary students in the disciplines of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics), to global knowledge and expertise in the field of Information and Communication Technology (ICT)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tuesday, 27 June 2023<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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CORRUPTION IN HIGH PLACES?: Bahamian government official allegedly offered $1 million \u201cbonus\u201d to fast track FTX business license<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 FTX US chief John Ray III has claimed in recently filed court documents that a former Bahamian government official, acting as an attorney, was offered a $1 million \u201cbonus\u201d to procure a business license for FTX Digital Markets within ten weeks, and the company was able to obtain the license six weeks later\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

FTX says ex-official got $1m bonus for permits<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 An attorney and \u201cformer Bahamian government official\u201d was allegedly offered a $1m \u201cbonus\u201d to swiftly obtain the necessary licences so that FTX could move to this nation, it was asserted yesterday\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starlink in Barbados<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Barbados<\/em> \u2013 In recent years, the demand for faster and more reliable internet connectivity has grown exponentially, especially in developing countries like Barbados\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

DDM introduces new emergency app with enhanced features<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

British Virgin Islands <\/em>\u2013 The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) has announced the launch of a new mobile app which it explained is designed to assist residents in preparing for and surviving emergency situations in the territory\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

JSC Ingenium joins CANTO and strengthens its presence in Central America and the Caribbean<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean<\/em> \u2013 Joining this organisation will allow the company to strengthen its relationship with other key players for the development of telecommunications in the region\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ECJ embarks on digital transformation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 THE Electoral Commission of Jamaica (ECJ) is undertaking major upgrades to its technology infrastructure as part of its thrust toward digital transformation\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flow Foundation provides connectivity for USF essay winners<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Flow Foundation has partnered with the Universal Service Fund (USF) to recognise the 10 winners of the USF\u2019s Essay Competition for high school students\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mallskape e-commerce platform makes doing business in the Caribbean easier <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 With several businesses in Jamaica and across the Caribbean already making use of its service, Mallskape e-commerce platform has set about to make doing business in the Caribbean easier\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wednesday, 28 June 2023<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

FTX\u2019s Bahamas attorney quiet on $1m \u2018bonus\u2019 claim<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 FTX\u2019s Bahamas attorney yesterday declined to comment on allegations that a \u201cformer Bahamian government official\u201d was offered a $1m \u201cbonus\u201d if they could expedite obtaining the necessary licences to operate from this nation\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

DigiWallet issues important notice to Atlantic Bank customers<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

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CARICOM Digital Skills TaskForce holds Webinar on \u2018Leveraging Digital Skills for Caribbean Prosper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 The third and final in the CARICOM Digital Skills Taskforce Webinar Series will be held on Thursday, 29 June 2023 from noon to 1:30 pm (Atlantic Standard Time). The Inclusion Webinar will focus on the theme \u2018Leveraging Digital Skills for Caribbean Prosperity\u2019\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Creating a sensation: 5 tips for crafting viral content<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Whether you’re a brand, an influencer, or just an everyday social media user, there’s something undeniably exhilarating about creating content that ‘breaks’ the Internet\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Medical data protection bill to be tabled in parliament soon<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana <\/em>\u2013 A bill that will ensure the protection of medical data for persons in Guyana will be laid in Parliament within the coming weeks. Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony, disclosed the information at the launch of the Family Health Manual at the Ministry of Health, Brickdam, on Tuesday\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flow unveils new customer experience initiatives inspired by customers<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 Communications and entertainment provider Flow is introducing fresh customer upgrades that will deliver an improved internet and home entertainment experience\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ibex appoints Tamara Ricketts-Brown Jamaica country manager<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 Global business process outsourcing (BPO) and customer engagement technology solutions provider, ibex, today (June 28) announced the appointment of Tamara Ricketts-Brown as senior vice president and country manager of its Jamaican operations\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica\u2019s Cybersecurity Infrastructure Strengthened Through Stakeholder Initiatives<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 Jamaica\u2019s cybersecurity infrastructure has been strengthened through various initiatives collaboratively undertaken by regional and international partners\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Next-Level Banking<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 Faculty and student researchers from the University of Technology, Jamaica (UTech), last week, successfully showcased how money can be transferred from a virtual banking environment using their prototype digital wallet SwifPay\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Thursday, 29 June 2023<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Conference coming to capture crypto investors<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

British Virgin Islands <\/em>\u2013 In an effort to expand the BVI\u2019s crypto currency and financial technology services, Minister of Financial Services Lorna Smith has announced a new conference that will attract a number of stakeholders in the fintech sector\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Denis O\u2019Brien signs US$1.7 billion debt write-off deal <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Digicel founder, Denis O\u2019Brien and bond investors have signed a deal that will see him lose most of his stake in the telecoms group in exchange for a US$1.7 billion (\u20ac1.55 billion) debt write-off\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The role of a social media specialist<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean<\/em> \u2013 The role of a social media specialist is often one of the most misunderstood roles in the Caribbean\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

WiPay\u2019s Aldwyn Wayne launches events company<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean<\/em> \u2013 WiPay founder, Point Fortin-born Aldwyn Wayne, officially launched LIVE Events Inc, an entertainment company specialising in concert funding, ticketing, payments, and management, during the BET Awards red carpet event held in downtown Los Angeles on Sunday night\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Experts explore evolution of technology at Cayman conference<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Cayman Islands<\/em> \u2013 Industry experts gathered to share their knowledge during a day-long conference on the evolution of technology in Grand Cayman on Wednesday, 28 June. International guests joined local specialists to present lectures and speak on panels during the sixth Cayman Islands Digital Economy Conference (CYDEC) held at The Westin resort\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

E-Ticketing System Improving Efficiency<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The digitised Traffic Ticket Management System (TTMS) has resulted in greater efficiencies, reducing the number of issues associated with writing tickets by 90 per cent, the Ministry of National Security reports\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Friday, 30 June 2023<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas-based tech firm leaps into top 10 of coveted global list<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Cloud Carib was named #6 worldwide as one of the industry\u2019s premier Managed Service Providers (MSP) on the prestigious list Channel Futures\u2019 2023 MSP 501 rankings, demonstrating remarkable growth and industry leadership\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Educator warns against children on social media<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Barbados <\/em>\u2013 Children should be prohibited from having social media accounts\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Computer literacy training launched for visually-impaired persons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana <\/em>\u2013 Persons who are visually-impaired will benefit from a computer literacy programme, through the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) in collaboration with the Guyana Council of Organisations for Persons with Disabilities\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Far-reaching effects of secure digitisation of healthcare<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica<\/em> \u2013 DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY has opened new paths within the healthcare ecosystem. Secure digitisation of healthcare delivery and services can improve operational excellence, patient experience and reduce costs\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica invests in biometrics to fight election fraud<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Electoral Commission of Jamaica (ECJ) has upgraded its biometric identification system\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

UWI, TATT sign landmark agreement to accelerate development of radio-frequency-enabled devices<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Trinidad and Tobago <\/em>\u2013 The University of the West Indies (UWI) and the Telecommunications Authority of TT (TATT) announced the signing of an agreement to establish a conformance and interoperability regulatory sandbox\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Saturday, 1 July 2023<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Cooperative movement to have digital payment platforms<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Barbados <\/em>\u2013 In a bid to help advance their business, the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Business is working to introduce the use of digital payment platforms to the cooperative movement over the course of the year\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Use AI to drive water solutions<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Barbados <\/em>\u2013 As the world battles the issues of climate change, there is scope for Barbados to improve its water conservation and energy consumption in the next 10 years with artificial intelligence (AI)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Digital distrust in local e-commerce systems<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Trinidad and Tobago <\/em>\u2013 On day one of the Tech Hub Island Summit Digital Transformation at the Hyatt Regency on Thursday, Minister of Digital Transformation, Hassel Bacchus, admitted his ministry had a bit of a conundrum\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sunday, 2 July 2023<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Digicel bondholders to take 62% stake<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean<\/em> \u2013 Telecoms giant Digicel has agreed to yield a 62 per cent stake to bondholders in debt-to-equity exchange that comes in the wake of the company’s restructuring\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ODPP to appeal Caricel spectrum case ruling<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) is set to challenge the dismissal of the case against four executives of Symbiote Investments Limited, which operates as telecommunications brand Caricel… more <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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