A roundup of the latest ICT\/technology news from across the Caribbean region for the period Monday 14 August to Sunday 20 August 2023.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Monday, 14 August 2023<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The impending impact of AI on financial markets<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 In a world where technology continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, recent advances in Artificial Intelligence (AI) are poised to reshape the landscape of financial markets\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hands on: Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 5<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 LAST MONTH, Samsung announced a new version of their Galaxy smartwatch with availability from August 11\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Digital directory of skilled, trained caregivers launched<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana <\/em>\u2013 In an ever-changing world, the demand for compassionate caregivers remains unwavering\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tuesday, 15 August 2023<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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Bankman-Fried accused of using $100 million in FTX customer funds for political contributions<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas<\/em> \u2013 US federal prosecutors allege that embattled FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried used misappropriated customer funds to make more than $100 million in political campaign contributions\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

PM says FTX collapse \u2018challenging\u2019, but touts regulatory system<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas<\/em> \u2013 The collapse of cryptocurrency exchange FTX was a \u201cchallenging\u201d experience, Prime Minister Philip Davis told\u00a0the Trinidad and Tobago Coalition of Services Industries on Friday, as he touted The Bahamas\u2019 evolving framework on digital assets\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wednesday, 16 August 2023<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Mastercard sees increased use of AI strategies<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 Business plans and business strategies generated by artificial intelligence (AI) could potentially reshape approaches undertaken by both large and small businesses soon\u2026 more<\/a> \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 19th Caribbean Internet Governance Forum<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 The digital age is upon us, and with it comes the need for robust governance, especially in the realm of the Internet. The Caribbean region, with its diverse cultures and economies, is no exception\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is Lynk gaining traction? NCB-powered service mulls staff-cutting exercise<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica<\/em> \u2013 Lynk mobile wallet solution introduced by fintech TFOB (2021) Limited, a subsidiary of NCB Financial Group Limited, is currently undertaking strategic workforce adjustments among other efficiency improvement initiatives\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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One on One readies new e-learning solution<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica<\/em> \u2013 E-learning solutions provider One on One Education Limited is readying its latest learning management software, Teacher Availability Solutions (TAS), just in time for the new school year\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sint Maarten’s Grand Vision: A Beacon of Innovation in the Caribbean.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Sint Maarten<\/em> \u2013 Introduction:<\/strong>\u00a0 As Sint Maarten stands at a critical juncture, the need for a transformative and visionary outlook becomes ever more apparent. Claude Wathey\u2019s vision, though once relevant and beneficial to the island, has now reached its limits\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Thursday, 17 August 2023<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas must close cyber security ‘gaps’<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 A cyber security specialist yesterday said The Bahamas must close \u201cgaps\u201d in its legal and regulatory framework dealing with online crime if it is to strengthen the country’s Computer Incident Response Team (CIRT)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cryptocurrency regulations evolving, says Bahamian PM<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 The Bahamas, in 2020 dared to make themselves the location for cryptocurrency transactions through its Digital Assets and Registered Exchanges (DARE) act in 2020, welcoming cryptocurrency companies such as FTX to its shores to do business in the digital currency\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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CTU & Partners advance Caribbean internet governance priorities in the region<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 The multi-stakeholder Caribbean Internet Governance Forum (CIGF) returns with its 19th edition and the multi-stakeholder 2nd Caribbean Youth Internet Governance Forum (CYIGF) from 22nd to 24th August 2023\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CTU joins Carib$ advisory group<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 The Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU) is pleased to announce that it will join the Advisory Group for Carib$ to further explore the development of Carib$ to facilitate financial transactions amongst businesses in CARICOM states. CTU and Abed Ventures 2 have signed an MOU on 4th August 2023, defining details of their relationship\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Internet governance: Roadmap for the future, Caribbean forum to host hybrid event<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean<\/em> \u2013 The digital age is upon us, and with it comes the need for robust governance, especially in the realm of the internet\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ibex recruits Nicola James from competitor, itel<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 ibex, a leading global provider of business process outsourcing (BPO) and customer engagement technology solutions today announced that Nicola James has been appointed Vice President, Operations, of ibex in Jamaica\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

iCreate\u2019s Tyrone Wilson out<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 iCreate announced this evening that founder Tyrone Wilson has resigned with immediate effect from his positions as President, CEO, and Director\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Norman Chen confirmed as tTech CEO<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 After acting in the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Information Technology (IT) firm, tTech Limited since last December, Norman Chen has been confirmed in the post\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Friday, 18 August 2023<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Champion Robotics Team Visit Belize High School<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Belize<\/em> \u2013 A robotics team from the United States concluded a visit to Belize today. BrainSTEM, the State and World Champions FTC, has partnered with the Belize High School Robotics team to demonstrate FIRST Core Values as they relate to discovery, innovation, impact, inclusion and teamwork\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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FLOW slapped with $400,000 fine for unapproved price increase<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Cayman Islands <\/em>\u2013 Cayman telecoms provider FLOW has been slapped with a record $400,000 fine for overcharging customers over a three-year period\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Youngsters crack code to jobs of the future<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Cayman Islands <\/em>\u2013 Carmen Ebanks struggles to contain her enthusiasm as she describes the computer game she is making in an excited stream-of-consciousness narrative\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jamaican tech start-ups secure major investment, acceleration opportunity with TechStars New Orleans<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 Four Jamaican entrepreneurs from three innovative tech start-ups have embarked on an exciting journey of growth and development, as they kick off their participation in the TechStars New Orleans programme\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

More delays for iCreate in publishing 2022 annual report<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 iCreate has advised of a further delay in the publication of its annual report and audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2022\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

tTech’s half-year profit up 27 per cent<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica<\/em> \u2013 Managed IT services provider tTech Limited at the end of the six months ended June saw its profit jump 26.6 per cent to total $11.8 million, reversing losses incurred for the same period in 2022\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

One to One Laptop Programme to launch in September<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Saint Kitts and Nevis <\/em>\u2013 As students across the federation prepare to return to school in September, the Ministry of Education in the federal administration is preparing to launch its One to One Laptop Programme\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Banks warn of social media scams<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Trinidad and Tobago <\/em>\u2013 The Bankers Association of Trinidad and Tobago (BATT) and its members are warning of an Instagram account sharing false information about a partnership with commercial banks in an attempt to solicit funds from unsuspecting people\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Saturday, 19 August 2023<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

UNICEF warns against fraudulent link circulated on social media<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana <\/em>\u2013 UNICEF Guyana on Friday has cautioned the public about a fraudulent website and social media accounts that are using the name of UNICEF Latin America and the Caribbean in order to defraud people and steal their personal information\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sunday, 20 August 2023<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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Images credit: studio (freepik<\/a>); Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; One on One (LinkedIn<\/a>); CTU (Facebook<\/a>); Flow (Facebook<\/a>)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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