Category: technology
Paradise Mobile Introduces Roaming Plans
Paradise Mobile announced the launch of its “innovative roaming plans for Bermuda, designed for frequent travelers and international explorers.” A spokesperson said, “Unlike competitors, Paradise Mobile eliminates daily fees and hidden charges, offering transparent, all-in pricing with unbeatable speed, coverage, and customer support. “With... Read more of this article
WeSpeak Launches Teen Video Competition
WeSpeak’s Teen Video Competition invites young women aged 14–18 to “share a video that elevates your voice” for a chance to win prizes, with the top video creator to win $1,000, the runner-up will receive $500, and the third-place winner will earn $300. A spokesperson said, “Calling all young women with a passion for storytelling... Read more of this article
Government Provide Energy Saving Tips
The Government said they are “committed to ensuring that it introduces solutions to assist hard working residents” and also encouraged residents to implement energy-saving measures. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda is committed to ensuring that it introduces solutions to assist hard working residents. That’s... Read more of this article
Photos: FinTech Training Programme Graduates
The Economic Development Department [EDD] awarded Certificates of Completion to 22 participants of the 2024 FinTech Training Programme. A Government spokesperson said, “Designed to equip Bermudians with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the rapidly evolving FinTech industry, this initiative, now in its third year, has increased in... Read more of this article
BEDC To Hold ‘AI Essentials’ Webinar
The BEDC is set to hold a virtual webinar on September 12, 2024, to “equip businesses with the tools and knowledge to harness the power of artificial intelligence.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] announces an upcoming webinar titled “AI Essentials: Driving Business Productivity and Innovation.”... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Bermuda Bermudiana
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features the word “Bermuda” accented with Bermudiana flowers. 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 story. You can download... Read more of this article
Relief Online Applications Temporarily Suspended
The Department of Financial Assistance advised the public that “access to the online application form for the Short-Term Relief Benefit program has been temporarily suspended.” A Government spokesperson said, “Further technical work is being undertaken to upgrade the online application process. All persons wishing to apply for the Short-Term... Read more of this article
ESTU And BELCO Labour Dispute Resolved
The labour dispute between the Electricity Supply Trade Union and BELCO has been resolved. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] and the Electricity Supply Trade Union [ESTU] today announced that the ongoing labour dispute between the ESTU and BELCO has been resolved. “Over the past weeks, representatives... Read more of this article
Paradise Mobile Unveils Labour Day Promotion
Paradise Mobile launched a Labour Day promotion offering “new customers a free seven-day trial of its services, featuring truly unlimited high-speed data on the island’s fastest network.” A spokesperson said, “Until midnight on September 30, residents across Bermuda can experience the freedom of Paradise Mobile’s unrivaled service... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Waters At Sunset
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features stunning Bermuda waters shimmering with colours at sunset. To access more phone wallpapers with Bermudian themes, as well as social media cover graphics, visit BermudaCovers.com, and if you would like to request a specific Bermuda-related phone wallpaper design, please feel... Read more of this article
BE Solar Installs Solar Panels On Argus Building
BE Solar announced the successful completion of an innovative solar panel project at the Argus Group’s Wesley Street headquarters in Hamilton. A spokesperson said, “This 130 Aptos panel system installation marks a signifcant step towards sustainability and energy leadership in Bermuda’s corporate sector. “This initiative, designed with... Read more of this article
BHCS MRI Services Temporarily Unavailable
Bermuda HealthCare Services [BHCS] advised that their “MRI machine will be temporarily out of service for a minimum of two weeks,” noting that the “disruption is a direct result of Hurricane Ernesto, which caused a prolonged power outage lasting five days.” Dr Ewart Brown, Chairman of BHCS, states: “The extended power... Read more of this article
