{"id":171523,"date":"2024-09-23T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-09-23T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ict-pulse.com\/?p=171523"},"modified":"2024-09-22T11:56:53","modified_gmt":"2024-09-22T16:56:53","slug":"roundup-for-the-week-ending-22-september-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ict-pulse.com\/2024\/09\/roundup-for-the-week-ending-22-september-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Roundup: for the week ending 22 September 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A roundup of the latest ICT\/technology news from across the Caribbean region for the period Monday 16 September to Sunday 22 September 2024.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Monday, 16 September 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

New Information Commissioner for Antigua and Barbuda<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Antigua and Barbuda <\/em>\u2013 After a two-year vacancy, a new Information Commissioner has been recommended, and could soon begin fulfilling his duties\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

OfReg admits Maya-1 Cable had been damaged<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Cayman Islands <\/em>\u2013 OfReg has said that an outage on a section of the Maya-1 undersea cable, which provides the Cayman Islands with international internet connections, has been resolved. An offshore repair was carried out in Mexico last week by the cable ship Wave Sentinel and a cable repair team, which restored full traffic service, officials stated\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Government of Dominica launches e-Services Portal to increase online access and enhance efficiency<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Dominica <\/em>\u2013 The Government of Dominica has launched a new e-Services Portal, eservices.gov.dm, which provides online access to over 90 government services. The platform aims to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of public services, offering a secure, seamless, and user-friendly experience\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

EU Supports Digital Transformation of MSMEs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The European Union (EU) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the digital transformation of Jamaica\u2019s micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs)\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tuesday, 17 September 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\u00abFailure\u00bb detected on an international submarine cable, against a backdrop of litigation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Haiti <\/em>\u2013 “Digicel informs that since Saturday, September 14, a fault has been detected on the international submarine cable of our provider ‘Cable and Wireless’, crossing the Kaliko Beach Club Hotel. Our technicians went to the scene immediately but were denied access to carry out assessments and repairs\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strengthening Cybersecurity: Lessons from Guyana\u2019s Defence Initiative<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana <\/em>\u2013 Technology can\u2019t be overlooked, especially with its rapid advancement, transforming warfare through innovations like combat drones. These advancements introduce new challenges and opportunities in the field of defence.\u201d \u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2018An enriching and fulfilling experience\u2019<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 ROMELL MESSAM knew since he was five years old that he wanted to become a teacher. He developed a love for technology, and during his high school years, decided that he wanted to get intricately involved in this area of study\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wednesday, 18 September 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

ECTEL\u2019s 99th Board of Directors Meeting Now on in Saint Kitts<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 The 99th Board of Directors Meeting of the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) will be held at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort, St. Kitts and Nevis, on 17th and 18th September, 2024\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Geo-arbitrage: How digital nomads can create their ideal life<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 IN the evolving landscape of work and lifestyle, geo-arbitrage is emerging as a game-changer for digital nomads seeking more freedom, flexibility, and financial advantage. As remote work becomes more accessible and globalised, many professionals are learning how to leverage geo-arbitrage to create the life they want. This article dives into what geo-arbitrage is, why it\u2019s on the rise, and how it can help digital nomads live their dream lifestyle\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Proposed cybercrime changes: rich resourcefulness or reason to fear<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana <\/em>\u2013 The social media space in Guyana is out of control.\u00a0 It needs policing.\u00a0 The proposed amendments to the Cybercrime law would introduce some much-needed regulation.\u00a0 On the face of it, there is not much to find fault with, even what could be supported, but only when certain conditions are present\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

AI task force submits report<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica<\/em> \u2013 Information Minister Dr Dana Morris Dixon says she has received the report from the artificial intelligence (AI) task force established in July of last year to conduct research into the technology\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Embrace digital transformation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 Micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) are being urged to embrace digital transformation to remain competitive in the global economy, delivering the keynote address at the Digital Jamaica Summit and Showcase, recently at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in Kingston, minister of industry, investment and commerce, senator Aubyn Hill, underscored the critical role of digital transformation in Jamaica\u2019s future economic success\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking at cyber threat<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica<\/em> \u2013 Fortinet, the global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security, announced the results of the threat landscape report for the first semester of the year in Jamaica, supported by data obtained by FortiGuard Labs, Fortinet\u2019s threat intelligence and analysis laboratory\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Thursday, 19 September 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

AG urges innovation in financial services to seize opportunities amid UK reforms<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 \u00a0Attorney General Rayan Pinder has emphasized the need for The Bahamas to innovate and attract new business in its financial services sector, highlighting that imminent reforms to the UK\u2019s resident non-domiciliary regime will affect many ultra-high-net-worth individuals and create opportunities for tailored solutions\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Social Media activist Atwell, parents threaten legal action for unconstitutional search of residence<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana <\/em>\u2013 Social Media activist, Melissa \u201cMelly Mel\u201d Atwell and her mother and grandmother, through a battery of lawyers, have threatened legal action against the Guyana Police for what they say was an unconstitutional search of their residence earlier this week in retaliation for her criticism of the government\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Friday, 20 September 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Software firm Plato Alpha creates new document management software<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas <\/em>\u2013 A Bahamian software developer saw a need for a document management retention and destruction process, and has launched a new document management software product\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Guyanese musicians file US$1.6 million lawsuit in New York Court against One Communications for copyright violation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana <\/em>\u2013 Guyanese musicians, Jackie \u201cJackie Jaxx\u201d Hanover and Ivan \u201cD\u2019Ivan\u201d Harry on Friday filed a US$1.6 million lawsuit in a New York court against One Communications for alleged copyright infringement by using their songs at the company\u2019s rebranding from GTT earlier this month without permission\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Cabinet to Receive Artificial Intelligence Task Force Report<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 Cabinet is to receive a report from the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Task Force, says Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with Responsibility for Information, Skills and Digital Transformation, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Digital Jamaica urges MSMEs to websites to increase sales<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 Christopher Derrell, head of web development at Adtelligent, is urging entrepreneurs to integrate websites into their sales strategies\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

USF Distributing Tablets under \u2018Connect a Child\u2019 Programme<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 The Universal Service Fund (USF) has commenced the distribution of tablets under its Connect a Child programme for the 2024\/25 academic year\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Saturday, 21 September 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u201cLive Digital Week\u201d to promote digital payment solutions<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bahamas<\/em> \u2013 Six domestic commercial banks, digital wallet providers, credit unions and The Central Bank of The Bahamas will collaborate in an ambitious full-scale customer-oriented program \u2013 pooling resources and coordinating events to roll out the red carpet for customers for a week of activities designed to increase client satisfaction, boost confidence in contemporary banking methods and improve understanding of speedy alternatives to in-branch transactions in a digital age\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Altice launches program to recycle unused cell phones and cables<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Dominican Republic <\/em>\u2013 Altice Dominicana began its Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Collection program in five of its telephone stores. In these stores, it placed containers for its customers and all citizens to deposit cables and unused mobile devices\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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One Communications probing copyright infringement of Guyanese musicians\u2019 songs; commited to resolving matter<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana <\/em>\u2013 One Communications. formerly Guyana Telephone and Telegraph and GTT, on Saturday said it was probing a copyright infringement claim by two Guyanese musicians who have filed a US$1.6 million lawsuit in a New York court\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Digital literacy essential for navigating misinformation and disinformation, says professor<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica <\/em>\u2013 In an era where information is viewed as a very valuable commodity, Professor Christopher Charles is asserting that digital literacy is essential for individuals to be able to distinguish between what\u2019s false and what\u2019s accurate\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

C&W To Rebuild School Computer Labs In SVI Following Beryl<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Sint Vincent and the Grenadines <\/em>\u00a0\u2013 The Cable & Wireless Charitable Foundation (CWCF) announced a US$50,000 grant to the Government of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, aimed at supporting the restoration of computer labs in primary and secondary schools across Union Island, Canouan Island, and Mayreau Island\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sunday, 22 September 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

 The struggling entrepreneur\u2019s guide to cashing in on social commerce<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Caribbean <\/em>\u2013 In my previous column, I shared that the emergence of social commerce in the Western world was a new gold rush, potentially blowing billions in opportunities for entrepreneurs and businesses in the Caribbean\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Six visually impaired trainee teachers receive laptops<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Guyana <\/em>\u2013 As part of the Ministry of Education\u2019s commitment to inclusivity across the education sector and in support of government\u2019s efforts to empowering persons with disabilities, six visually impaired trainee teachers at the Cyril Potter College of Education (CPCE) have been presented with laptops to assist in their academic journey\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CONTACTLESS CLASH<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jamaica<\/em> \u2013 Misfiring tap-to-pay systems leaving customers with unexpected card charges – Users could be vulnerable, expert warns\u2026 more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Images credit: Freepik<\/a>; Wikipedia<\/a>; Wikipedia<\/a>; Wikimedia Commons<\/a>; Stabroek News<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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