ICT Pulse Podcast
A deep dive into topical Information and Communication Technology (ICT) issues from a Caribbean perspective, through interviews and group discussions with specialists, experts and people trying to make a difference in the tech space. New episodes are released every Wednesday. Show notes are available at www.ict-pulse.com
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ICTP 358: 2025 update on the state of ICT development in Suriname, with Furgell Pinas of ICT Association Suriname
07/02/2025
ICTP 358: 2025 update on the state of ICT development in Suriname, with Furgell Pinas of ICT Association Suriname
We are continuing our reboot of our ‘Know Your Neighbours’ series, to get an update on our sister Caribbean countries, generally, and of course, from an ICT perspective. Part of the Dutch Caribbean, Suriname is the focus of today’s episode. With Furgell Pinas, the Chair of the ICT Association Suriname, we discuss the current state of the country’s ICT sector, including: * the internet service available and its affordability; * the ICT vision for Suriname that is being promoted by ICT Association Suriname; * key strengths and challenges of the ICT/tech space in Suriname; and * the ICT/tech-related opportunities currently evident or emerging in Suriname. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page ( Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support: Mayra Bonilla Lopez ---------------
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ICTP 357: AI and Caribbean blogs, the AI dilemma, and the changing social media landscape
06/25/2025
ICTP 357: AI and Caribbean blogs, the AI dilemma, and the changing social media landscape
In our June 2025 Community Chat, and with members of the Caribbean tech community, print and web journalist, Mylène Colmar of Guadeloupe, and Simone Passmore, the Chief Executive Officer of Webstylze in Barbados, the panel discusses: * whether AI is signalling the end of Caribbean blogs; * the AI dilemma of mitigating the risks and maximising the good; and * the changing social media landscape. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page ( Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support: Mayra Bonilla Lopez ---------------
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ICTP 356: Data in the Caribbean and why our countries need a philosophy of data, with Alexis Santos
06/18/2025
ICTP 356: Data in the Caribbean and why our countries need a philosophy of data, with Alexis Santos
Although data is considered the new oil, across the Caribbean region, it is becoming increasingly evident that we do not fully appreciate the value of data, as it is not comprehensively reflected in the policies and structures established in Caribbean countries. As a result, we are grappling with several issues, including data protection, privacy, data sovereignty, data ethics and management, to name just a few. With Dr Alexis Santos, a Demographer and Associate Professor at Penn State University in the United States, we discuss the state of data and statistics in the Caribbean, along with the role data should be playing in our lives and societies; what makes data authoritative, trustworthy and appropriate for us to rely on; and why Caribbean countries need to become more self-sufficient in collecting and controlling their data. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page ( Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support: Mayra Bonilla Lopez ---------------
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ICTP 355: Exploring the tech scene in West Africa, with Kevan Rajaram
06/11/2025
ICTP 355: Exploring the tech scene in West Africa, with Kevan Rajaram
In our continuing effort to increase our awareness of the tech scene in Africa, we chat with Caribbean Data Scientist, Kevan Rajaram, who did a short stint working as the Head of Business Intelligence for a company in West Africa, specifically Côte d’Ivoire (the Ivory Coast). During our conversation, Kevan shared with us, among other things: * how he ended up in Côte d'Ivoire; * his first impressions of the tech ecosystem and daily life; * what stood out for him regarding how data regulation and digital sovereignty are handled; and * lessons he learnt and has brought back with him to the Caribbean. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page ( Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support: Mayra Bonilla Lopez ---------------
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ICTP 354: 2025 update on the state of ICT development in St Kitts and Nevis, with Rodney Browne
06/04/2025
ICTP 354: 2025 update on the state of ICT development in St Kitts and Nevis, with Rodney Browne
We are relaunching our Know Your Neighbour series, in which we explore the state of the telecoms and ICT development in Caribbean countries. We kick off this 2025 update with Saint Kitts and Nevis, officially the Federation of Saint Christopher and Nevis. With our guest, Rodney Browne, of eCaribbean Limited, we discuss, among other things, * the current state of telecoms and broadband internet, including quality of service and affordability; * the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the country’s ICT sector; * the country’s receptiveness to digital currencies/ cryptocurrencies and AI; and * ICT/tech-related opportunities he sees in Saint Kitts and Nevis. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page ( Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support: Mayra Bonilla Lopez ---------------
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ICTP 353: Who is watching our data, AI hype or opportunity, and building smart islands
05/28/2025
ICTP 353: Who is watching our data, AI hype or opportunity, and building smart islands
In our May 2025 Community Chat, and with members of the Caribbean tech community, Communications Strategist, Liselle Yorke, who is based in the United States but originally from Trinidad and Tobago, and Rojane Rose, a Product Manager in Jamaica, the panel discusses the following three topics: * Who's watching our data? * AI in the Caribbean: hype or opportunity? and * Building Smart Islands: Why aren’t we there yet? The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page ( Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support: Mayra Bonilla Lopez ---------------
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ICTP 352: Repositioning the postal sector in the 21st century, with Tracy Hackshaw of the Universal Postal Union
05/21/2025
ICTP 352: Repositioning the postal sector in the 21st century, with Tracy Hackshaw of the Universal Postal Union
The Postal Service is an often overlooked sector in most Caribbean countries. Its potential remains untapped in the region, although it is often considered an essential service. With Mr Tracy Hackshaw of the Universal Postal Union (UPU), we discuss the evolving role of the Postal Service in our increasingly digital age, including: * the role of the UPU; * key drivers that led the UPU to prioritise cyber resilience initiatives; * whether Caribbean countries are using the .POST Top Level Domain; and * the benefits of using the .POST Top Level Domain. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page ( Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support: Mayra Bonilla Lopez
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ICT 351: The art of the possible with AI in the Caribbean, with Dr Curtis Charles of the UWI Five Islands Campus
05/14/2025
ICT 351: The art of the possible with AI in the Caribbean, with Dr Curtis Charles of the UWI Five Islands Campus
Thanks to the Fourth Industrial Revolution, Caribbean and other developing countries have the potential to accelerate their development and economic diversification, as well as increase competitiveness through technologies such as AI and the Internet of Things. With Dr Curtis Charles, of the University of the West Indies (UWI), Five Islands Campus, and a key driver of the UWI Five Islands AI Research Conference, we discuss: * the upcoming 2025 AI Research Conference scheduled for the end of June; * the AI-related opportunities that Caribbean countries should more aggressively pursue; * ways in which Caribbean countries can to truly capitalise on the opportunities AI brings; and * where Caribbean countries should be putting their AI investment dollars. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page ( Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support: Mayra Bonilla Lopez ----------------
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ICTP 350: 2025 Expert Insight update on cyber threats and security in the Caribbean, with Obika Gellineau of Fujitsu Caribbean
05/07/2025
ICTP 350: 2025 Expert Insight update on cyber threats and security in the Caribbean, with Obika Gellineau of Fujitsu Caribbean
In the second instalment in our Expert Insights series on cyber threats and security for 2025, we are joined once again by Obika Gellineau, of Fujitsu Caribbean. During this conversation, Obika shares his thoughts on, among other things: * the changes in the threat landscape that have occurred since our last conversation in 2024; * the cybersecurity job market and the expertise that is being demanded; * the link between digital sovereignty and cybersecurity; and * three things organisations should be doing in 2025 to improve their network/IT security. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page ( Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support: Mayra Bonilla Lopez ----------------
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ICTP 349: Caribbean AI readiness and participating in the global dialogue on AI governance
04/30/2025
ICTP 349: Caribbean AI readiness and participating in the global dialogue on AI governance
The Caribbean stands at a pivotal juncture as artificial intelligence (AI) emerges as a transformative force with the potential to drive development across virtually all sectors. With Dr Craig Ramlal, a global AI expert, who was appointed to the United Nations Secretary-General’s High-Level Advisory Body on Artificial Intelligence, and Lika Døhl Diouf, of the United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean, we discuss: * key observations regarding AI use and policy in the region; * the proposed Independent International Scientific Panel on Artificial Intelligence and the Global Dialogue on Artificial Intelligence Governance; * key findings on ECLAC’s 2025 AI readiness in the Caribbean study; and * the most pressing ICT or AI-related issues Caribbean countries need to address. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page ( Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support: Mayra Bonilla Lopez ----------------
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ICTP 348: Caribbean digital resilience and transformation in an era of global uncertainty
04/23/2025
ICTP 348: Caribbean digital resilience and transformation in an era of global uncertainty
In our April 2025 Community Chat, and with a member of the Caribbean tech community, Nigel Cassimire of the Caribbean Telecommunications Union in Trinidad and Tobago, and Steven Williams of Data Privacy and Management Advisory Services in Barbados, we discuss just one topic: Fostering Caribbean digital resilience and transformation in an era of global uncertainty. In the current economic, trade and diplomatic climate globally, in which Caribbean countries are getting caught in the crosshairs of the manoeuvrings of larger and more powerful nations, we discuss the tech-related issues or challenges to the region, the potential implications and how Caribbean countries might best be able to navigate the situation. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page ( Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support: Mayra Bonilla Lopez ----------------
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ICTP 347: Exploring the new generic top-level domain program with Lance Hinds and Carlton Samuels
04/16/2025
ICTP 347: Exploring the new generic top-level domain program with Lance Hinds and Carlton Samuels
As the internet becomes more integral to economic development, cultural diplomacy, and public governance, there may be strategic value in having custom generic top-level domains (gTLDs). Active participants in the global Internet Governance space, Lance Hinds and Carlton Samuels, are back to discuss ICANN’s New gTLD Program: Next Round, which is currently open. The conversation covered, among other things: * the difference between country code top-level domains (ccTLDs) and gTLDs; * the current state of use of ccTLDs in the Caribbean region; * the New gTLD Program and the benefits that could be realised; and * the challenges to Caribbean countries and organisations to apply for new custom gTLDs. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page ( Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support: Mayra Bonilla Lopez ----------------
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ICTP 346: DAOs and the surprising parallels between DAOs and regional collaboration efforts
04/09/2025
ICTP 346: DAOs and the surprising parallels between DAOs and regional collaboration efforts
Decentralised autonomous organisations or DAOs are one of the fastest-growing segments of the blockchain space. In this episode we are revisiting an oldie but goodie: our 2022 conversation with Donald O’Brian Porter, the Founder of CaribDAO, who explains, among other things, * how DAOs work; * the parallels between DAOs and the informal cooperative savings system that has been prevalent in Caribbean countries for decades; * how an individual can verify the authenticity of the DAO; and * three (3) questions someone should ask before joining a DAO. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page ( Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support: Mayra Bonilla Lopez ----------------
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ICTP 345: Can CaribCoin be a digital catalyst for Caribbean prosperity?
04/02/2025
ICTP 345: Can CaribCoin be a digital catalyst for Caribbean prosperity?
Following up on a 2022 conversation we had about digital currencies in the Caribbean region, Dr. Jan Schröder of CaribCoin, and Rodney Taylor of the Caribbean Telecommunications Union are back to provide an update on CaribCoin, a regional stablecoin backed by Caribbean assets that will provide a faster and more cost-effective alternative for regional cross-border payments that can also foster Caribbean prosperity. Areas touched on during this conversation include: * the value proposition of CaribCoin and the role it could play in strengthening the resilience of the region; * success and risk factors associated with the integration of CaribCoin; * the safety measures that have been put in place to foster trust in CaribCoin; and * what is next for CaribCoin. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page ( Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support: Mayra Bonilla Lopez ----------------
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ICTP 344: Digital sovereignty versus digital agency in the Caribbean region, with Matthew Cowen
03/26/2025
ICTP 344: Digital sovereignty versus digital agency in the Caribbean region, with Matthew Cowen
Digital sovereignty has been a hot topic over the past several weeks, with data sovereignty and AI sovereignty being the subjects of such conversations. However, how does digital agency fit into the mix? With IT Specialist, Researcher and Digital Analyst, Matthew Cowen, we discuss digital sovereignty and digital agency, including: * Could digital sovereignty lead to increased fragmentation of the internet? * How can we balance the need for individual digital agency with the need for online safety and security? * How do the goals of digital sovereignty and digital agency intersect or conflict? * Can a country achieve digital sovereignty without respecting the digital agency of its citizens? The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page ( Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support: Mayra Bonilla Lopez ----------------
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ICTP 343: Leveraging tech in the global economy, youth development and inclusion and e-money problems
03/19/2025
ICTP 343: Leveraging tech in the global economy, youth development and inclusion and e-money problems
In our March 2025 Community Chat, and with members of the Caribbean tech community, Tariq Mohammed, a PhD candidate and the Chair of the Caribbean ICT Youth Network who is based in Trinidad and Tobago, and Chad Fraser, the Founder and CEO of Sonover, headquartered in Grenada, the panel discusses the following three topics: * how Caribbean businesses can leverage technology to compete in a global economy; * fostering youth development and inclusion in ICTs in the Caribbean; and * is e-money a solution in search of a problem? The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page ( Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support: Mayra Bonilla Lopez ----------------
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ICTP 342: 2025 Expert Insight update on cyber threats and security in the Caribbean, with Sean Slattery
03/12/2025
ICTP 342: 2025 Expert Insight update on cyber threats and security in the Caribbean, with Sean Slattery
In the first instalment in our Expert Insights series on cyber threats and security for 2025, and one again with Sean Slattery of Caribbean Solutions Lab, he discusses, among other things: * the changes in the threat landscape that occurred in 2024; * the changing threat and impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation in the security space; * the security-related challenges as organisations adopt a cloud-first posture; * key challenges being experienced by security professionals; and * three things organisations should be doing in 2025 to improve their network/IT security. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page ( Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support: Mayra Bonilla Lopez ----------------
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ICTP 341: Delving into the policy recommendations for AI in Jamaica with Christopher Reckord
03/05/2025
ICTP 341: Delving into the policy recommendations for AI in Jamaica with Christopher Reckord
In February 2025, the Government of Jamaica made publicly available the National Artificial Intelligence Policy Recommendations prepared by the National Artificial Intelligence Task Force. We are joined by the Chairman of the Task Force, Christopher Reckord, to discuss the policy recommendations made, including: * the unique, Jamaica-specific considerations that shaped the recommendations; * the priority action items Chris hopes will be executed; and * why other Caribbean countries should go through the trouble of creating a national AI policy. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page ( Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support: Mayra Bonilla Lopez ----------------
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ICTP 340: Microfluidics to increase crop yield and wealth creation for farmers, with Dr Yvane Agard-Abbot
02/26/2025
ICTP 340: Microfluidics to increase crop yield and wealth creation for farmers, with Dr Yvane Agard-Abbot
Without a doubt, Caribbean farming is fraught with a broad range of challenges. Chief among them is that most of the farms are smallholdings, often in difficult locations and with relatively poor soil, which can affect yield, quality, sustainability and profitability. In our conversation with Dr Yvane Agard-Abbot, the Founder of HydroFluidics, a Deep Tech/Agritech startup, she discusses, among other things: * how Microfluidic Technology can address some of the problems in the Caribbean region’s agriculture sector; * the problem HydroFluidics is trying to solve; and * the next steps in bringing her solution to farmers. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page ( Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support: Mayra Bonilla Lopez ----------------
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ICTP 339: e-Commerce and AI, AI and real-time weather, and cashless fraud
02/19/2025
ICTP 339: e-Commerce and AI, AI and real-time weather, and cashless fraud
In our February 2025 Community Chat, and with members of the Caribbean tech community, Kira Mohammed, an e-Commerce Strategist based in Trinidad and Tobago, and Mark Codling, a PhD Candidate in GeoInformatics from Jamaica, the panel discusses the following three topics: * ways AI is transforming e-commerce; * AI and real-time weather; and * cashless fraud. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page ( Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support: Mayra Bonilla Lopez ----------------
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ICTP 338: Boosting data-driven intelligence for Caribbean financial markets, with Raquel Seville of Dataffluent
02/12/2025
ICTP 338: Boosting data-driven intelligence for Caribbean financial markets, with Raquel Seville of Dataffluent
The Caribbean region ranks lowest in statistical performance compared to other regions, and studies have estimated the value of Open Data alone could contribute between 1% and 2% to the national GDP of Caribbean countries. The ‘Data Queen’ herself, Raquel Seville, is back to discuss her new start-up, Dataffluent, which is offering financial and investment insights on underserved markets, including those in the Caribbean region. During our conversation, she discusses, among other things, * the problem Dataffluent is trying to solve; * what it is like to be a woman in tech AND a woman in finance; * the challenges of training AI models for us in developing countries; and * the advice she would give to other young tech start-ups. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page ( Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support: Mayra Bonilla Lopez ----------------
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ICTP 337: Turbocharging Trinidad and Tobago’s ICT exports sector via D’Hub, with Devindra Ramnarine
02/05/2025
ICTP 337: Turbocharging Trinidad and Tobago’s ICT exports sector via D’Hub, with Devindra Ramnarine
In response to the goal of doubling the ICT sector’s contribution to Trinidad and Tobago’s GDP, the Developers Hub, more commonly known as D’Hub, offers training, access to tools, as well as income and networking opportunities to local developers and citizens interested in ICT. With Devindra Ramnarine, a Digital Transformation Adviser at the Ministry of Digital Transformation, Trinidad and Tobago, and one of the main architects of D’Hub, we discuss this innovative platform, including, * the problem D’Hub is trying to solve; * the specific government or societal challenges that are being addressed via D’Hub; * how D’Hub can be made sustainable; and * whether the model can be replicated in other Caribbean or developing countries. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page ( Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support: Mayra Bonilla Lopez ----------------
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ICTP 336: Social media and mental health, data residency, and big tech versus developing countries
01/29/2025
ICTP 336: Social media and mental health, data residency, and big tech versus developing countries
In our January 2025 Community Chat, and with members of the Caribbean tech community, Esmeralda Levens-Wijngaarde of Blyce in Curaçao, and Niko Kluyver also of Curaçao and CyberVade, the panel discusses: * the impact of social media on mental health in the Caribbean; * data residency in the Caribbean; and * big tech and developing countries: can there be some rebalancing of power? The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page (www.ict-pulse.com/category/podcast/) Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support: Mayra Bonilla Lopez ----------------
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ICTP 335: Building our multistakeholder digital future, with Jacqueline Morris
01/22/2025
ICTP 335: Building our multistakeholder digital future, with Jacqueline Morris
The Trinidad and Tobago Internet Governance Forum (TTIGF) is just around the corner worldwide, and it is among the first Internet Governance events of the year. With Jaqueline Morris, a longstanding player in the global Internet Governance space and the current Chair of the Trinidad and Tobago Multistakeholder Advisory Group Board, which is the organiser of TTIGF, she discusses, among other things, * how TTIGF came about, * how the internet has been evolving and emerging trends, and * the biggest internet or Internet Governance issues to which we should be paying particular attention. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page (www.ict-pulse.com/category/podcast/) Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support: Mayra Bonilla Lopez ----------------
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ICTP 334: Stablecoins and FINANCIAL FREEDOM FOR ALL, with Jarryon Paul of Sunshine
01/15/2025
ICTP 334: Stablecoins and FINANCIAL FREEDOM FOR ALL, with Jarryon Paul of Sunshine
In our first episode for 2025, we are starting a new series in which we showcase Caribbean tech entrepreneurs and startups that are doing incredible things in or for the region. Our first guest is Jarryon Paul, the Founder of Sunshine, a stablecoin exchange based in Trinidad and Tobago. In this conversation, we learn more about Jarryon and his entrepreneurial journey to date, which started when he was 10! Further, we discuss Sunshine, the problem it is trying to solve, and why stablecoins may be more important (and even valuable) than fiat currency. Jarryon also shares his thoughts on some of the regional payment options that are under consideration and being piloted, along with where he hopes to see Sunshine in the not-too-distant future. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page (www.ict-pulse.com/category/podcast/) Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell ----------------
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ICTP 333: 2024 end-of-year Caribbean ICT/tech trends briefing
12/18/2024
ICTP 333: 2024 end-of-year Caribbean ICT/tech trends briefing
In this our final Community Chat and final episode for 2024, and with members of the Caribbean tech community, Financial and Impact Innovator, Digital Economist and Digital Transformation Expert, Telly Valerie Onu, and International Consultant, Carlton Samuels, the panel discusses the ICT/technology trends and developments that were evident across the Caribbean region in 2024, and what might be in store in 2025. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page (www.ict-pulse.com/category/podcast/) Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell ---------------- Also, Sponsorship Opportunities! The ICT Pulse Podcast is accepting sponsors! Would you like to partner with us to produce an episode of the podcast, or highlight a product or service to our audience? Do get in touch at [email protected] with “Podcast Sponsorship” as the subject, or via social media @ictpulse, for more details. _______________
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ICTP 332: How to move from ‘innovation-lite’ to an innovation powerhouse, with Professor Patrick Hosein
12/11/2024
ICTP 332: How to move from ‘innovation-lite’ to an innovation powerhouse, with Professor Patrick Hosein
Innovation continues to be a big buzzword in the digital age, with organisations, and even countries, aspiring to be ‘more innovative’. But what does that mean, and what can Caribbean countries and organisations do to better nurture and, ultimately, leverage innovation? We circle back to one of our earliest interviews and the interview that launched our innovation series in 2019! Based on his illustrious career in Engineering and Education, Professor Patrick Hosein shared his thoughts on, among other things: * what Caribbean countries might be doing wrong with regard to fostering innovation; * who exactly should be driving innovation; and * important elements that are still missing in the Caribbean to foster innovation. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page (www.ict-pulse.com/category/podcast/) Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell ---------------- Also, Sponsorship Opportunities! The ICT Pulse Podcast is accepting sponsors! Would you like to partner with us to produce an episode of the podcast, or highlight a product or service to our audience? Do get in touch at [email protected] with “Podcast Sponsorship” as the subject, or via social media @ictpulse, for more details. _______________
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ICTP 331: The internet we should want in 2024 and beyond, with Rodney Taylor of the CTU
12/04/2024
ICTP 331: The internet we should want in 2024 and beyond, with Rodney Taylor of the CTU
In our last instalment of the year in our series, The Internet we should want in 2024 and beyond, we are joined by Rodney Taylor, the Secretary-General (SG) of the Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU). In a candid conversation, the SG provides a regional perspective on the role the internet should be playing in the Caribbean region. He also shares his thoughts on, among other things: * could the CARICOM Single ICT Space become irrelevant even before it is fully realised; * the region’s digital economy; * the impact, if any, the Internet of Things could have in the region; and * what we, as a region, should want regarding privacy and data protection. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page (www.ict-pulse.com/category/podcast/) Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell ---------------- Also, Sponsorship Opportunities! The ICT Pulse Podcast is accepting sponsors! Would you like to partner with us to produce an episode of the podcast, or highlight a product or service to our audience? Do get in touch at [email protected] with “Podcast Sponsorship” as the subject, or via social media @ictpulse, for more details. _______________
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ICTP 330: Online advertising, learning and collaboration and Digicel’s latest digital transformation report
11/27/2024
ICTP 330: Online advertising, learning and collaboration and Digicel’s latest digital transformation report
In our November 2024 Community Chat, and with members of the Caribbean tech community, Gerry George, an ICT professional and policy expert who is based in Saint Lucia, and IT Specialist, Researcher and Digital Analyst Matthew Cowen, who is based in Martinique, the panel discusses: * Are Caribbean businesses really benefitting from online advertising? * Learning and development – promoting a culture of learning and collaboration within our space; and * Digicel’s 2024 Caribbean Research Report and Maturity Guide. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page (www.ict-pulse.com/category/podcast/) Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell ---------------- Also, Sponsorship Opportunities! The ICT Pulse Podcast is accepting sponsors! Would you like to partner with us to produce an episode of the podcast, or highlight a product or service to our audience? Do get in touch at [email protected] with “Podcast Sponsorship” as the subject, or via social media @ictpulse, for more details. _______________
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ICTP 329: Amplifying the need for stronger ethical guidelines for the metaverse and other digital spaces, with Youth Can Do IT
11/20/2024
ICTP 329: Amplifying the need for stronger ethical guidelines for the metaverse and other digital spaces, with Youth Can Do IT
What are important ethical principles that should be implemented to protect users in the metaverse and other digital spaces? Jamaican social enterprise, Youth Can Do IT (YCDI), in collaboration with Jesus College (Oxford), developed some ethical guidelines for the metaverse. In this episode, we chat with members of YCDI Joel Lawson, one of the youths who participated in the ethical guidelines design process, Cherika Wilson, the Head of People Operations, and Christopher Derrell, the Chief Technology Officer, on the metaverse and the guidelines that have been proposed. Key areas our discussion covered include: * some of the ethical concerns surrounding the metaverse; * how Project Amplify, the collaboration between Youth Can Do IT and Jesus College (Oxford), came about; * the main findings of the research; and * the next steps now that the guidelines have been proposed. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page (www.ict-pulse.com/category/podcast/) Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell ---------------- Also, Sponsorship Opportunities! The ICT Pulse Podcast is accepting sponsors! Would you like to partner with us to produce an episode of the podcast, or highlight a product or service to our audience? Do get in touch at [email protected] with “Podcast Sponsorship” as the subject, or via social media @ictpulse, for more details. _______________
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