Category: technology
Wallpaper Wednesday: Bermuda/Caribbean Flags
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a circular design incorporating the Bermuda flag along with flags of some of the Caribbean islands. 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... Read more of this article
JROC & CedarBridge Live Stream Sports Day
[Updated with video] JROC has joined forces with CedarBridge Academy to introduce live streaming of this year’s school sports, offering students hands-on experience in broadcasting, video production, and event hosting. A spokesperson said, “In an exciting collaboration, JROC has partnered with CedarBridge Academy to offer live streaming... Read more of this article
Column: Building A Privacy Team
[Written by TLC Group] While a single data privacy representative might seem like a good starting point, often the reality is, data protection is far too complex to be tackled by one individual. Here’s why building a privacy team is the key to safeguarding user information and ensuring compliance with ever-evolving regulations. But choosing the... Read more of this article
Minister Updates On FinTech, Business & More
As of the end of 2023, the Registrar of Companies listed 72 companies that engaged in activities related to FinTech, as compared to 53 such registrants in 2022, 36 in 2021, and 23 in 2020, Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said in the House of Assembly today [March 8]. The Minister said, “Beyond company registrations, it’s noteworthy... Read more of this article
Govt: Technical Issue Affects Pay Advice
The Government’s Department of Employee & Organizational Development [DE&OD] is “advising of a technical anomaly affecting monthly employees and pensioners.” A DE&OD spokesperson advised that, “Although monthly employees and pensioners were compensated at the end of January and February 2024, due to a technical issue some... Read more of this article
Blue Bison Launch Cloud-Based Payroll Solution
Blue Bison, the payroll and HR software provider to some of Bermuda’s best-known businesses, today announced the launch of a cloud-based platform and a redesigned website to help meet rising demand for automated payroll-processing solutions. A spokesperson said, “Blue Bison software subscribers employ more than 8,000 people in Bermuda across... Read more of this article
Football: BFA Statement On Online Tickets
Online tickets will be the only option for Semi-Final and Final rounds of this cup competition, the BFA said today. A BFA spokesperson said, “During the Shield and Friendship Cup, the Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced that it was moving to online tickets only for future Cup Competitions. “This initiative was started with the inclusion... Read more of this article
Column: Future-Proof Your Privacy Program
[Written by the TLC group] Remember Y2K? The world braced for digital Armageddon, only to find most systems yawned and continued their daily grind. Today, a similar complacency may be creeping into the realm of data privacy. Organizations that implemented privacy programs years ago might be lulled into a false sense of security, but the landscape has... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Serene Southlands Trees
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features trees at Southlands Park, aiming to add a touch of nature’s charm to your device. 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
Mosaic Launches Primary Tech E&O Coverage
Mosaic Insurance’s cyber division has launched primary technology errors and omissions [E&O] coverage to protect tech companies from increasing liability risks. A spokesperson said, “The launch builds on Mosaic’s primary cyber offering initiated last spring and activates primary Tech E&O as a blended product globally; previously it... Read more of this article
PwC Releases Digital Readiness Survey 2024
PwC has released its Bermuda and Caribbean Digital Readiness Survey 2024, highlighting a number of findings. A spokesperson said, “PwC’s Digital Readiness Survey 2024: Fast forward or fall behind highlights a growing sense of urgency for Bermuda and Caribbean business leaders to keep pace with rapid advances in technology and shifting customer... Read more of this article
New Owners For Irie 98 Radio Station
The Irie 98 radio station is under new ownership, with Russell “Rusty G” Griffith, Michael Terceira and Teddy Terceira saying they are “grateful and excited for what’s to come.” A spokesperson said, “There’s a renewed sound in town. Now under the ownership of Russell “Rusty G” Griffith, Michael Terceira and Teddy Terceira,... Read more of this article
Column: Cybersecurity, Understanding & More
[Column written by The TLC Group of Companies] Fostering a Culture of Understanding In the world of cybersecurity and data protection, it’s not uncommon to hear about the latest data breaches, security lapses, and phishing incidents. We often focus on the technical aspects of these events, analysing the vulnerabilities, patches, and encryption... Read more of this article