Category: technology
Bermuda Principles 30th Anniversary Conference
The Bermuda Principles Foundation has announced that its 30th Anniversary Conference, themed “Future-Proofing Global Collaboration in Genomics,” will be held February 25–28, 2026, at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Principles Foundation, the only non-profit organisation founded on the legacy... Read more of this article
No-Fly Zone Active For Drone Show On Sunday
The Bermuda Civil Aviation Authority [BCAA] is informing the public that a temporary no-fly zone will be in effect on Sunday [Dec 7] to accommodate the Marketplace parade and fireworks and drone display. This restriction is necessary while preparations and the execution of the drone show and fireworks display are underway. The no-fly zone applies to... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Bermuda Christmas Onion
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a festive Bermuda Christmas onion, blending bright holiday lights and soft, cheerful colours for a warm, whimsical seasonal touch. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper,... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: BHS AI Lab Ribbon Cutting
Bermuda High School [BHS] officially opened The Rajeev Kapur Centre for AI Leadership with a ribbon-cutting ceremony during its inaugural AI Summit earlier this week. “AI is a powerful tool that is shaping our future. However, human development still requires that young people know how to ask questions, think and possess a broad base of knowledge... Read more of this article
2025 Video Game Design Challenge Winners
Bermuda Island Games hosted its 4th Video Game Design Challenge, with the Clarke team winning first place, Colton Kearns and Evan Nappee taking second, and Reya Somner and Axel Cardell-Naranjo placing third. A spokesperson said, “On November 21st and 22nd, Bermuda Island Games held their 4th Video Game Design Challenge to see which group could come... Read more of this article
BermudAir And Paradise Mobile Roaming Deal
BermudAir and Paradise Mobile have launched a roaming offer for customers who book BermudAir flights through January 19, 2026. A spokesperson said, “BermudAir and Paradise Mobile today announced the next evolution of their partnership: an exclusive roaming offer for anyone who books a BermudAir flight between now and 19 January 2026. “Customers... Read more of this article
Q4 2025: The Regulatory Report Newsletter
The Regulatory Authority of Bermuda [RA] has released their latest edition of The Regulatory Report, the RA’s quarterly newsletter. A spokesperson said, “This issue highlights key developments across Bermuda’s regulated sectors, including updates on renewable energy, telecommunications, and emerging technologies. In this edition, we explore the... Read more of this article
BELCO Offers ‘Voluntary Separation Package’
BELCO is reviewing all “operational costs and processes and reducing our operating expenses where possible” and “as part of this process, BELCO is offering a Voluntary Separation Package to employees.” BELCO President Wayne Caines said: “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] is always seeking ways to lower costs and... Read more of this article
BHB Telephone System Upgrade On Nov 22
The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] will undergo a telephone system upgrade on Saturday [Nov 22] from 5.00am to 9.00pm. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] will be undergoing a telephone system upgrade this weekend. The work is not expected to significantly impact calls to and from the hospitals. In the first few hours of the upgrade,... Read more of this article
Column: OBA’s Smith On ScreenTime & More
[Opinion column written by the OBA's Ben Smith] Whether you are a parent, guardian or anyone who interacts with children and teens, chances are you have asked yourself multiple times, “Are cell phones helping our youth or are they doing more harm than good?” Trust me, you are not alone. I hear this all the time from adults and sometimes teens, who... Read more of this article
Kameron Young Launches AI & Robotics Startup
23-year-old Bermudian engineer Kameron Young has launched her own AI and robotics startup in Dubai, called Tombolo Research FZ LLC. A spokesperson said, “Tombolo is the brainchild of this bilingual engineer who wants to change the tech landscape by representing not only women of color–but women in tech.” “Often times, women of color... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Pastel ‘Quo Fata Ferunt’
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features pastel dreams of Quo Fata Ferunt, blending soft purples and pinks for a serene, ethereal effect. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram... Read more of this article
