{"id":170136,"date":"2024-03-11T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-03-11T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ict-pulse.com\/?p=170136"},"modified":"2024-03-10T11:03:06","modified_gmt":"2024-03-10T16:03:06","slug":"roundup-for-the-week-ending-10-march-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ict-pulse.com\/2024\/03\/roundup-for-the-week-ending-10-march-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Roundup: for the week ending 10 March 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A roundup of the latest ICT\/technology news from across the Caribbean region for the period Monday 4 March to Sunday 10 March 2024.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Monday, 4 March 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

DEREK SMITH: The intersection of infosec and compliance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 The saying \u201cTrust is good, but control is better\u201d is ever more pertinent as the digital frontier expands at an unprecedented rate, especially for financial institutions in developing countries. Yet, in the pursuit of compliance, we often overlook a critical point: compliance is more than just a regulatory requirement; it is a strategic asset that fosters innovation, trust, and growth\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ransomware report reveals Caricom-wide attacks<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 The Ransomware Roundhouse, a report on the state of ransomware in 2023 was launched last week with a webinar discussing the findings and their implications\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tech mogul Mark Itwaru returns to head \u2018One Guyana Digital<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana <\/em>\u2013 IN response to Guyana\u2019s burgeoning tech scene and President Dr. Irfaan Ali\u2019s vision for national development, Mark Itwaru, a Canada-based Guyanese tech entrepreneur, has returned to his homeland to lead the transformative \u2018One Guyana Digital\u2019 (1GD) initiative\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Amber backs 100 startups in 1000 days<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 So you want to start your own business but worry about support. Who can hold your hand and guide you through the process? Amber can! \u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u2019Digicel helps pan sides open technology centres<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Trinidad and Tobago <\/em>\u2013 Digicel Foundation’s Technology in Education Programme in partnership with Pan Trinbago helped three steel orchestras open technology centres\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ministry hosts talks on technology for gender equity<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Trinidad and Tobago <\/em>\u2013 Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) Ayanna Webster-Roy urged 29 teenage boys on February 28: \u201cBecome agents and voices of change in your communities in the fight against all forms of gender-based violence.\u201d\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

TSTT cyberattack report this month<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Trinidad and Tobago <\/em>\u2013 Public Utilities Minister Marvin Gonzales on Saturday said the findings of a probe into the October cyberattack on Telecommunications Services of Trinidad and Tobago (TSTT), which he expects to be completed this month, will be laid in Parliament\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tuesday, 5 March 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Cable Bahamas not convinced Starlink, BTC, CBL on level playing field<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 \u00a0Cable Bahamas Limited (CBL Group) said in its concerns about Starlink\u2019s satellite internet service in the Utilities Regulation and Competition Authority\u2019s (URCA) 2024 Annual Plan, that the regulation of satellite internet services must occur on a level playing field to the telecommunication sector\u2019s regulatory regime\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

URCA rejects Cable\u2019s Starlink \u2018level playing field\u2019 push back<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 REGULATORS yesterday rejected Cable Bahamas\u2019 renewed concerns that it is competing on an \u201cunlevel playing field\u201d against Elon Musk\u2019s Starlink satellite Internet service\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In cybersecurity and AI ethics, we need a champion: Enter the IIC<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Barbados <\/em>\u2013 The International Institute of Communications (IIC) is recognised as a leading, independent, global forum that unites national regulators, competition authorities, commercial organisations, and consumer advocacy groups. Central to the organisation\u2019s ethos is the establishment of a balanced and impartial environment dedicated to the deep exploration and discussion of issues vital to the communications sector, including television, print news, and social media outlets\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Belizeans affected by global Facebook and Instagram outage<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

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Belize Bank and MasterCard Introduce Girls4Tech<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Belize <\/em>\u2013 Eight years ago, MasterCard created Girls4Tech, a STEM program that inspires girls to build technology skills that will help them to become leaders of technology in the future\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CARICOM, USAID PARTNER ON CYBER RESILIENCE STRATEGY 2030 PROJECT<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat and the United States Agency for International Development launched a Cyber Resilience Strategy 2030 Project to enhance cybersecurity capacity across CARICOM States\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flow outage prompts queries from telecoms regulator<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Cayman Islands<\/em> \u2013 A Flow outage has left customers in Bodden Town without internet service, prompting utilities watchdog OfReg to call an urgent meeting with the telecommunications company\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flow\u2019s service troubles continue with BT outage<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Cayman Islands<\/em> \u2013 Local telecommunications provider Flow struggled with its internet service Tuesday and was forced to apologise to its customers for a broadband outage across the Bodden Town district, just days after the company apologised for problems with its phone and voice services last Thursday\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

 ZIZ Broadcasting Corporation Celebrates 63rd Anniversary, Chairman Highlights Significant Advancements Made To The Company<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Saint Kitts and Nevis<\/em> \u2013 ZIZ Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC) is celebrating its 63rd<\/sup>anniversary having officially opened its doors on March 05, 1961\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wednesday, 6 March 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

BTC announces significant network improvements as full fiber network deployment continues<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) has announced significant network improvements earmarked across the country, progressing steadily towards deploying a full fiber network nationwide\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BTC testing tech to improve internet in Family Islands<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) said in a statement released yesterday that it is piloting new infrastructure for the Family Islands to improve internet connections and ensure reliable speeds. The telecommunications company hopes to roll out the technology before the end of the first half of the year\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

More Guyanese certified by UK Organisation to promote cybersecurity<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana <\/em>\u2013 Several persons attached to Guyana\u2019s National Data Management Agency (NDMA) are now certified as part of the Get Safe Online Ambassador Programme\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Data protection: Where do I start?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 On December 1, 2023, the remaining sections of the Data Protection Act (DPA) came into force. On the eve of the day the remaining provisions were set to come into full force, the Office of the Information Commissioner (OIC) issued a press release advising that all data controllers will be given a six-month \u2018grace\u2019 period to register with the OIC. During this period, data controllers are encouraged to create an account on the OIC\u2019s website, create and implement a data protection programme for their organisation and continue to prepare for registration. But where does one begin?… more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Government Continues Consultations on Data Protection Act<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Government continues its consultations with members of the business community regarding the Data Protection Act, to ensure its effectiveness\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Haughton\u2019s Pharmacy: A legacy of innovation and digital evolution<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 CELEBRATING its remarkable 104th year, Haughton\u2019s Pharmacy Rx in Mandeville, Manchester, recently unveiled a range of health technology services aimed at enhancing the experience for its expansive customer base, surpassing 110,000. However, this community-based retail pharmacy and multi-generational family business embarked on its digital transformation journey as early as 1990\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Haughton\u2019s RxPak flies high on health with drones<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica<\/em> \u2013 HAUGHTON\u2019S Pharmacy is pioneering a new era in delivery services, embracing digital transformation with its latest state-of-the-art drone technology, innovative RxPak mobile app, and user-friendly RxPLUS digital wallet. The new innovative technologies were unveiled on Thursday at the Tropics View Hotel in Hatfield, Manchester\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Thursday, 7 March 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

BTC celebrates businesswomen<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas<\/em> \u2013 \u00a0Women in the business of communications were recognized at BTC\u2019s International Women\u2019s Day Forum Thursday morning\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cyber chances<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Barbados <\/em>\u2013 Barbadians are expressing great interest in job opportunities in the cybersecurity field\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Digital investments paying off<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 CARIBBEAN BUSINESSES are reaping the benefits of digital investments, but others risk falling behind at a time that cyber vulnerabilities are increasing. These are some of the main findings of PricewaterhouseCoopers\u2019 (PwC) Caribbean Digital Readiness Survey 2024\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Guyana needs to address Artificial Intelligence<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana <\/em>\u2013 President Irfaan Ali on Thursday said the time has come for government to develop policies to deal with Artificial Intelligence (AI), in light of legal developments in the Developed World\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Amber and UTech to continue supporting technological innovation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The AMBER UTECH Launchpad, the Amber Group\u2019s (Amber) startup incubator-esque initiative that promises to support 100 startups in 1000 days is now officially open to accepting applications\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BOJ: No new financial institutions requesting entry into CBDC ‘sandbox’<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) says up to February this year, there were no financial institutions requesting entry into the central bank digital currency (CBDC) testing “sandbox”\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Digicel Business and Symptai launch Digital Transformation Survey<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 As the digital landscape continues to reshape industries, businesses, and communities, there is an unprecedented opportunity to gain greater insight into the Caribbean\u2019s current digital standing. Enter Digicel Business and Symptai Consulting Limited\u2019s region-wide Digital Transformation Survey\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica Legal Information Portal development underway<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica<\/em> \u2013 In a bid to enhance public access to legal resources, the Jamaican government has awarded a substantial contract worth US$197,000 to European firm, Softengi, to develop the Jamaica Legal Information Portal (JLIP)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Friday, 8 March 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Cable urges industry unity on URCA \u2018budget travesty\u2019<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas<\/em> \u2013 CABLE Bahamas is urging its rivals to join the battle against \u201cthis travesty in budget increases\u201d for the sector\u2019s regulator whose downtown Nassau headquarters it branded an \u201calbatross\u201d\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Digital transformation will reshape tourism sector, says Cooper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas<\/em> \u2013 Minister of Tourism, Investments and Aviation Chester Cooper said yesterday that digital transformation will reshape the way The Bahamas does tourism\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Port Authority recruiting broker to list BPO assets; IPO by year end<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Port Authority of Jamaica, PAJ, is transferring its outsourcing assets to a new company that\u2019s to be divested via the stock market and is hunting for a broker for the listing. The state regulator of ports got the go-ahead from the government… more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Cyber defences need to improve<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Trinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 A recent survey conducted by the multinational network of professional services providers firm, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), showed that cyber vulnerabilities are increasing in the Caribbean\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visa pushing digital payments<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Trinidad and Tobago<\/em> \u2013 Visa commemorated its inaugural Visa Day in Trinidad & Tobago by encouraging representatives of card-issuing banks, acquirers and fintechs, as well as members from the local commercial sector, to adopt digital payment options\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Saturday, 9 March 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

New radars will provide more than 100% coverage of all Dominican Republic airspace<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Dominican Republic <\/em>\u2013 The above requirements will cover the country\u2019s airspace, with two new aeronautical and meteorological radars to be installed by the Dominican Civil Aviation Institute (IDAC) and the Doppler operating in Punta Cana\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

British High Commission awards Get Safe Online Ambassadors<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana<\/em> \u2013 The British High Commission on Wednesday recognised the achievements of Get Safe Online Ambassadors in Guyana in promoting online safety\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Cybercrime, recruiting and retaining police officers among challenges facing Police Force \u2013 Top Cop <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana <\/em>\u2013 Commissioner of Police (ag) Clifton Hicken on Thursday said that cybercrime, the recruitment and retention of officers are among the challenges facing the Guyana Police Force (GPF)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Dushyant Savadia built Amber Group into one of the Caribbean\u2019s best tech companies<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica<\/em> \u2013 Dushyant Savadia, founder and CEO of the Amber Group, has collaborated with the University of Technology (UTech) to launch the Amber\/UTech Launchpad, an innovative initiative to help 100 Jamaican startups get their businesses going in 1000 days\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sunday, 10 March 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Tacky and disingenuous by GTT<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana<\/em> \u2013 Dear Editor,\u00a0 The Guyana Telephone and Telegraph Company is increasingly being perceived as a tacky company offering third rate services at high costs to consumers. Their lightning-fast DSL evolved into Blaze, then Connex, all of which for the end user, is the same sub-standard overpriced service\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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