{"id":170191,"date":"2024-03-18T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-03-18T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ict-pulse.com\/?p=170191"},"modified":"2024-03-17T14:07:53","modified_gmt":"2024-03-17T19:07:53","slug":"roundup-for-the-week-ending-17-march-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ict-pulse.com\/2024\/03\/roundup-for-the-week-ending-17-march-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Roundup: for the week ending 17 March 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A roundup of the latest ICT\/technology news from across the Caribbean region for the period Monday 11 March to Sunday 17 March 2024.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Monday, 11 March 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

BTC \u201cInspires Inclusion\u201d<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 With the overall aim to \u201cInspire Inclusion,\u201d BTC pulled out all the stops to celebrate International Women\u2019s Day (IWD) last week, simply to remind its female staff that they are valued, respected, and very much appreciated\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

URCA releases revised consumer protection regulations for electronic communications sector<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 The Utilities Regulation and Competition Authority (URCA) has published revised consumer protection regulations for the electronic communications sector, emphasizing the need for service providers to prominently display \u201cservice arrangements, rates, and terms\u201d on their websites and ensure timely updates coinciding with service launches or changes\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

URCA tells mobile providers to build opt-out feature for ads by text<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 The Bahamas Telecommunications Company Limited (BTC) and Cable Bahamas Limited\/Be Aliv Limited (CBL\/Aliv) have informed the Utilities Regulation and Competition Authority (URCA) that developing an opt-out option for promotional text messaging will be difficult, expensive and might require months of development\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Global Consumer Organisations Share Concerns About Generative AI<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean<\/em> \u2013 Consumer groups are closely monitoring issues of manipulation, bias, discrimination, privacy and data protection revealed in a 2023 report as generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) chatbots are set to transform the way we search the web\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Meta fail: Why you should be a digital homeowner<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 ON MARCH 5, for just over an hour, Meta’s online platforms, including Facebook, Messenger and Instagram, went offline globally for hundreds of thousands of users. Meta’s WhatsApp chat service and its virtual reality environment Horizon Worlds experienced minor disruptions\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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WANSAT and GTT record historic win with Cellular Backhaul Technology in Guyana<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana <\/em>\u2013 GTT, in partnership with WANSAT, has successfully backhauled cellular traffic from the hinterland to Georgetown via an international satellite and fibre connection, the phone company said Monday\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

St. Kitts And Nevis Champions Fair And Responsible Artificial Intelligence To Enhance Consumer Protection<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Saint Kitts and Nevis<\/em> \u2013As St Kitts and Nevis gears up to celebrate World Consumer Rights Day on March 15, 2024, the Right Honourable Dr. Denzil L Douglas, Senior Minister and Minister of International Trade, Industry, Commerce & Consumer Affairs, has emphasised the importance of this year\u2019s theme, \u201cFair and responsible AI for consumers.\u201d \u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tuesday, 12 March 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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ArawakX full wind-up sealed without a fight<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas<\/em> \u2013 THE Bahamas\u2019 first-ever crowd funding platform\u2019s fate was yesterday sealed without a fight after its former principals effectively consented to its liquidation amid claims of a near-$4m insolvency\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cable \u2018takes exception\u2019 with URCA over Freeport blame<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas<\/em> \u2013 CABLE Bahamas \u201ctakes exception\u201d with its regulator blaming it for \u201can increase in bad debt\u201d due to challenging its ability to licence and regulate the company\u2019s Freeport operations\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

New app that links businesses with tourists launched<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas<\/em> \u2013 The StreetSmart App, that will allow users to book excursions, find restaurants, and find things to do around town, was officially launched yesterday at the Nassau Cruise Port\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using visitor monitoring systems to improve office building operations<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 As the modern workplace continues to evolve, security measures and operational efficiencies play a pivotal role in maintaining a safe and productive environment. One such measure that\u2019s rapidly gaining traction is the integration of visitor management solutions\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hinterland cell towers linked to GTT\u2019s core network<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana<\/em> \u2013 GTT says that in partnership with WANSAT it has successfully backhauled cellular traffic from the hinterland to Georgetown via an international satellite and fibre connection\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wednesday, 13 March 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Non-cash payments encouraged after crime warnings to tourists<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 THE Ministry of Tourism is using technology to combat warnings by cruise ships not to carry cash, according to Deputy Prime Minister Chester Cooper\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Mastercard appoints new president for region<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean<\/em> \u2013\u00a0Mastercard has appointed Kiki Del Valle as the division president for North Latin America, encompassing key regions such as Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Laptops have become game changer for children preparing for exams<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana <\/em>\u2013 Dear Editor, I travelled to Charity, Essequibo this week-end, in time for its traditional Monday Market Day to reach out to residents and shoppers with affordable laptop technologies I embarked on making accessible especially for school children\u2026 more<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

JTDA unveils new exec<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Jamaica Technology and Digital Alliance (JTDA), formerly Jamaica Computer Society, a leading advocate for the ICT community and a pillar in the Jamaican technology landscape, has named its new executive marking the beginning of a renewed journey towards innovation, empowerment, and community engagement\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Thursday, 14 March 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Digital banking \u2018easing pain\u2019 in Family Islands<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 DIGITAL banking providers are easing the \u201cpains and pressures\u201d faced by unbanked and underbanked Family Islands, according to Jevon Butler, chief sales officer at Kanoo, said yesterday\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

SunCash seeking to solve banking challenges on North Andros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Digital payments provider SunCash is seeking to take advantage of North Andros\u2019s booming economy and replace Scotiabank for cash services on the island\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tech leaders back Kanoo innovation hub in elevating technology in The Bahamas<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 Bahamian app Kanoo Pays and its sister organization Kanoo Innovation Hub, in collaboration with tech leaders Lucy Guo and Kirk-Anthony Hamilton, showcased their commitment to advancing technology in the Caribbean at an event last week in The Bahamas\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

QEH upgrade of ICT systems on track<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Barbados <\/em>\u2013 Following a cyber breach two years ago that severely hampered its operations, the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) is this year undertaking a major upgrade of its Information and Communications Technology (ICT) to enhance its patient care delivery systems\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

5 ways marketers can leverage AI<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 In the rapidly evolving landscape of digital marketing, artificial intelligence (AI) has grown tremendously over the last year, offering innovative tools and solutions that empower marketers to optimise their strategies and outpace the competition\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Samsung Galaxy Ring offers new ways to simplify wellness<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 ANDROID communication giant Samsung is offering a new way to simplify health and wellness through its new Samsung Galaxy Ring, which could possibly make its debut along with other products later this year\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Redacted report reveals little to justify subsea cable<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Cayman Islands <\/em>\u2013 The Cayman Islands Government has released a heavily redacted outline business case, compiled by consultants Grant Thornton, on the government\u2019s plans for a new telecommunications submarine cable. Key details have all been omitted, such as costs (estimated to be in the tens of millions of dollars), its length and where it will be linked to\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

National Telecommunication Regulatory Commission office reopens<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Grenada <\/em>\u2013 The National Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (NTRC) office is thrilled to announce that its office at Maurice Bishop Highway, Grand Anse, St George has reopened effective 13 March 2024, and its temporary office located at the Public Utility office has been closed\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

MC Systems & Phoenix International host webinar on financial inclusion in emerging markets<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 Participating experts in Wednesday\u2019s (March 13) hosted by Phoenix International and MC System webinar on financial inclusion in emerging markets, have highlighted the positive impact that artificial intelligence (AI) will have on enhancing inclusivity\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Newspaper describes Meta\u2019s inaction as callous following hacking of Facebook page<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines<\/em> \u2013 A national newspaper in the Caribbean nation of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has described as \u201ccallous\u201d the inaction by Meta following the takeover by hackers of the company\u2019s Facebook page (@Searchlight1)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Backup power supply failure causes major TelEm outage<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Sint Maarten<\/em> \u2013 St. Maarten Telecommunications Group of Companies TelEm encountered technical issues from around 4:00pm Wednesday, causing disruptions to TelCell and Telnet services. TelEm Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Kendall Dupersoy expressed regret over the inconvenience caused to all clients\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Friday, 15 March 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A.I.-driven solutions ‘can improve our health care, reduce poverty, combat climate change, mitigate crime’<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 ARTIFICIAL Intelligence (AI) will be a tool the Bahamas Government plans to use in the future, according to Parliamentary Secretary of Economic Affairs Wayde Watson, who teased an app that is in development currently that utilises AI\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sand Dollar option for payroll at Kamalame Cay<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 PRIVATE island destination Kamalame Cay has turned to digital payments for part of its payroll\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

StreetSmart app committed to reaching all merchants downtown<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 The developers of the StreetSmart app admit to not reaching all the downtown merchants at their launch event on Monday, but they are committed to reaching every merchant and vendor in the downtown area\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Belize Postal Services\u2019 Digital Upgrades<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Belize <\/em>\u2013 The Belize Postal Service has modernized its system and is catching up with delivery services like Amazon. Customers now have more control over their packages\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

B.T.L. Needs a New C.E.O.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Belize <\/em>\u2013 A vacancy is being advertised for the highest position at B.T.L., that\u2019s for a new Chief Executive Officer.\u00a0 In today\u2019s edition of the Amandala Newspaper, a full-page ad was published inviting interested candidates to apply for the post\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cybercrime charge against Ramayya dismissed <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana <\/em>\u2013 A cybercrime charge stemming from statements political activist Dr Veerasammy Ramayya made about a pandit in an online video in 2022 were on Tuesday dismissed at the New Amsterdam Magistrate\u2019s Court\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Saint Kitts and Nevis Ambassador Advocates Tech Empowerment for MSMEs at International Conference in Washington D.C.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Saint Kitts and Nevis <\/em>\u2013 As part of official duties as Chair of the Inter-American Council for Integral Development, Saint Kitts and Nevis Ambassador\/Permanent Representative to the OAS, Her Excellency Jacinth Henry Martin,\u00a0delivered remarks at the International Conference \u201cExpanding International Market Opportunities for Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs)\u201d held at the US Chamber of Commerce in Washington D.C\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Saturday, 16 March 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Getting Wise To Artificial Intelligence And Consumer Rights.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Barbados<\/em> \u2013 Get wise to artificial intelligence (AI)! That\u2019s the message from Barbados\u2019s Acting Public Counsel in the Office of Public Counsel, Douglas Frederick, to members of the public\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Dominica part of new Switzerland-based citizenship investment software<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Dominica <\/em>\u2013 Dominica has been listed on a new citizenship software that was launched on Friday, March 15 2024, in Switzerland\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Holness urges J\u2019cans to embrace NIDS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 PRIME MINISTER Andrew Holness says the introduction of the National Identification System (NIDS) is a critical step in Jamaica fully becoming a digital society and is urging Jamaicans to embrace the technology\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sunday, 17 March 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Digital technology key to Guyana\u2019s wildlife conservation strategy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana<\/em> \u2013 Guyana is rich in biodiversity, especially with an abundance of a wide variety of wildlife species and to preserve this status digital technology is playing a key and critical role\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Banks urged to go digital for financial inclusion<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 FINANCIAL institutions are under increasing pressure to swiftly integrate technology and artificial intelligence (AI) into their business models\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Images credit: Jon S, (flickr); Guyana Chronicle<\/a>; ArawakX<\/a>; Wikipedia<\/a>; Wikipedia<\/a>; Bahamas Sand Dollar<\/a> (Twitter); Wikipedia<\/a><\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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