Category: technology
Oct 2024: Top 10 Bernews Instagram Photos
During October 2024, the top 10 ‘most liked’ photos on the Bernews Instagram page included Bermuda Credit Union Co-op. Society appointing Ryan Robinson Perinchief, 2024 Bermuda Gombey Festival, the Somerset Bridge, microscopic view of Bermuda beach, Fenty Beauty launch event, BF&M Breast Cancer Awareness Walk, police seizing two firearms, Pronto’s... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Onion & Frog Halloween
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a happy Bermuda Onion and an adorable Treefrog celebrating Halloween on a scenic beach at sunset. 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
BDG & CariGenetics ‘Get In The Ring’ Wins Award
The Brand Development Group [BDG] won “Best Campaign by a Healthcare Brand” in Chief Marketer’s 2024 Campaigns of the Year Awards. A spokesperson said “The award recognises the outstanding success of the “Get in the Ring” campaign, which was for CariGenetics’ Caribbean Breast Cancer Whole Genome Pilot Study. This initiative marked... Read more of this article
Advisory: Temporary IT Outage At Airport
The Ministry of National Security is advising “of a temporary IT systems outage affecting Immigration, Customs, and Health services at LF Wade International Airport.” A Government spokesperson said, “An engineering team is onsite and working to restore full functionality as quickly as possible. “In response to the outage, Customs and... Read more of this article
Ignite Bermuda Hosts 2024 Re-Ignite Conference
Ignite Bermuda hosted nearly 100 entrepreneurs and community leaders at the Re-Ignite 2024 Conference on October 18, offering valuable insights and strategies for navigating business challenges. A spokesperson said, “Ignite Bermuda welcomed close to 100 entrepreneurs, community leaders, and sponsors at the Re-Ignite 2024 Conference at Fairmont... Read more of this article
Photos: Video Game Design Challenge Winners
Bermuda Island Games hosted its 3rd Annual Video Game Design Challenge, where participants showcased their creativity and entrepreneurial skills by designing video games. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Island Games held their annual Video Game Design Challenge over the weekend, to see which group could come up with the best video game idea. “The... Read more of this article
Advisory: Internet & Phone Service Disruption
The Department of Consumer Affairs is advising the public that it experienced a temporary disruption in internet and phone services. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Consumer Affairs is experiencing a temporary disruption to internet and phone services. Customers are encouraged to visit the D. Rego Building, 3rd Floor, 75 Raid Street... Read more of this article
Scam Social Media Post Offering Bus/Ferry Pass
The Department of Transportation is advising the public of a social media scam “promoting a three-month smart pass” for the bus and ferry. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Public Transportation advises that an advertisement promoting a three-month smart pass has been circulating on various social media platforms. “Please... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Bermuda Coral Reef
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a mesmerizing underwater scene, depicting ‘Bermuda’. 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
BAA Update On Weather Radar Outage
The Bermuda Weather Service radar remains offline due to a “technical fault” with the Bermuda Airport Authority’s technicians working closely with manufacturer Leonardo Germany GmbH to resolve the issue. A Bermuda Airport Authority [BAA] spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Weather Service [www.weather.bm] weather radar remains unavailable... Read more of this article
Column: Darrell On Cybersecurity & More
[Column written by Gilbert Darrell] As Bermuda solidifies its position as a global hub for financial services and technology innovation, the need for strong cybersecurity measures becomes increasingly urgent. The rising frequency and sophistication of cyber threats require businesses to adopt best practices to safeguard their operations and sensitive... Read more of this article
BMA Advisory: Website With Fraudulent Info
The Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA] is advising the public of a website which contains “fraudulent information.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Monetary Authority [Authority or BMA] has been made aware of a website which contains fraudulent information: https://www.stillmancriptobrazil.com/ “The Authority notes that Stillman Crypto... Read more of this article
