Category: technology
KPMG Adds Crypto To Student Challenge
The KPMG Senior School Investment Challenge has returned for its 21st year, with senior students from eight schools trading since the competition began in early November. A spokesperson said, “This year, for the first time, the 2025 KPMG Investment Challenge is introducing cryptocurrency trading. By adding digital assets, the program reflects today’s... Read more of this article
Safe Holiday Rides With HITCH Discounts
This holiday season, Bacardi and Heineken 0.0 are teaming up with HITCH, to offer ridersdiscounts on safe rides home from select Hamilton bars and restaurants on Friday [Dec 12] from 7.00pm to 1.00am. A spokesperson said, “This holiday season, Bacardi and Heineken 0.0, in partnership with HITCH – Bermuda’s Best Transportation App, are making it... Read more of this article
College Unveils New Modernised Classroom
The Bermuda College Foundation announced the completion of a newly renovated, state-of-the-art classroom at Bermuda College, made possible through a generous $100,000 donation from Global Atlantic Re. A spokesperson said, “The 402-square-foot classroom has been fully modernised to support hybrid learning and will serve students across a variety... Read more of this article
Video: Government Digital Transformation
[Updated] Minister for the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation Diallo Rabain held a press conference today [Dec 10] to announce the new Government Digital Transformation Programme. The press conference has just concluded and we will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video replay is below. Minister for the Cabinet... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Island Christmas Sparkle
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a festive, Christmas-themed silhouette of the island of Bermuda decorated with lights, garland, and ornaments. 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... Read more of this article
CariGenetics Launches App & Special Promotion
CariGenetics has launched its mobile health app, offering free Predicted Biological Age and Skin Health features, and is celebrating with a “Give the Gift of Ancestry” promotion on its BeforeYou ancestry test. A spokesperson said, “CariGenetics is proud to announce a major milestone with the official release of the official CariGenetics mobile... Read more of this article
BELCO Announces Lower Electricity Rates
[Updated] Operational improvements are being passed on to “our customers through lower base electricity rates which will be seen on your bills in January,” BELCO said today. BELCO Statement A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] today advised that following an approvals process by the Regulatory Authority... Read more of this article
Minister Weeks On New Customs X-Ray Facility
“We expect the facility to be completed by the end of February 2026,” Minister Of National Security Michael Weeks said as he provided an update on the progress of the new Customs X-Ray facility at the Hamilton Docks. Speaking in the House of Assembly, the Minister said, “At this time, all necessary site preparations have been completed,... Read more of this article
‘The Guild’ Wins Call Of Duty Tournament
Team The Guild delivered a dominant showing as they captured victory at the latest Call of Duty Esports Tournament hosted by Paradise Mobile and ESports Bermuda Ltd. A spokesperson said, “Team “The Guild” delivered a commanding performance to win the latest Call of Duty Esports Tournament, hosted by Paradise Mobile in partnership with ESports... Read more of this article
Minister Darrell Updates On TCD Digitalization
TCD “added the Commercial Vehicle Permit [CVP], also known as Trucks Permits, to its suite of growing digital applications,” Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell said in the House of Assembly today [Dec 5]. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to update this Honourable... Read more of this article
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
