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Minister: ‘Decision Is Excellent News For The RA’

Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban “threw his support behind the RA for protecting the interest of residents and consumers following the court’s finding in favour of the Regulatory Authority [RA].” Minister Roban explained, “This decision is excellent news for the RA and the ratepayer. The RA is responsible for looking after... Read more of this article

Kameron Young To Lead Interviews In Webinar

Bermudian biomedical engineering senior Kameron Young will be an interviewer for Queen Mary University of London’s [QMUL] ‘Breakthroughs in AI’ webinar series. A spokesperson said, “A Bermudian biomedical engineering senior at Queen Mary University of London, Kameron Young, will be featured as an interviewer for three of the... Read more of this article

Column: Preparing Staff For Bermuda’s PIPA

[Written by the TLC Group] As Bermuda gears up for the full enforcement of the Personal Information Protection Act 2016 [PIPA] on January 1, 2025, organizations across the island are facing the critical task of ensuring their staff are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to comply with this landmark legislation. But creating and implementing... Read more of this article

Neville Ray Joins Paradise Mobile As Advisor

Paradise Mobile announced that Neville Ray had joined the firm as an advisor. A spokesperson said, “Former T-Mobile President of Technology, Neville Ray, who spurred the telecom behemoth towards significant growth and innovation, is bringing his vast experience to Paradise Mobile as an advisor. “Paradise Mobile today announces that Neville... Read more of this article

Wallpaper Wednesday: Coney Island Waves

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features an interesting perspective of the water and rocks in the Coney Island area. 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... Read more of this article

Bermuda College Installs Solar Energy

Bermuda College Foundation completed the first phase installation of solar energy at Bermuda College, noting that it “is projected to save the College approximately $53,000 in annual savings.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda College Foundation [“the Foundation”] is pleased to share the completion and impact to date of the first phase... Read more of this article

AI Powered Improvements To Govt Services

The 2024 Budget “funds a digital transformation team that will work to roll out artificial intelligence-powered improvements to government services,” Premier David Burt announced in the Budget, adding that “it is important to note that AI is not a method to replace workers, but a tool to enhance the productivity of our dedicated public... Read more of this article

Moving Govt Email Systems To The Cloud

The 2024 Budget funds the moving of the Government’s e-mail systems to the cloud “to ensure that in the event of any future attack the Government’s core e-mail system will still function,” Premier David Burt announced in the Budget yesterday [Feb 16]. The relevant extract of the 2024 Budget statement said, “One of the lessons... Read more of this article

Frank Schmid To Speak At Bermuda Risk Summit

Insurance industry thought leader Frank Schmid will kick off a series of panels on cyber risk, InsurTech and AI on day three of the 2024 Bermuda Risk Summit, presented by the Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA], in partnership with the Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] and EY. A spokesperson said, “Frank Schmid is Chief... Read more of this article

Column: PIPA & The Use Of Your Data

[Written by the TLC Group] Imagine your personal information – from your online shopping habits to your health records – scattered across the internet like fallen trees after a strong hurricane. That’s the reality for many of us today, with our data collected, stored, and even sold by countless organizations. But the tide is turning, thanks... Read more of this article

Wallpaper Wednesday: Pink Rose & Chocolates

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series celebrates Valentine’s Day, with a pink rose and chocolates wrapped in Bermuda flag themed packaging. 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

Minister Campbell On PIPA Implementation Plan

The Office of the Privacy Commissioner has officially launched its 2024 Road to PIPA implementation plan, Minister of the Cabinet Office Vance Campbell said in the House of Assembly [Feb 9]. The Minister said, “The overall objective of the Road to PIPA plan is to offer guidance to Bermuda’s organizations and individuals in the year preceding... Read more of this article

Skyport To Host Town Hall On Lighting Upgrade

Skyport will be hosting a Town Hall meeting on Thursday [Feb 8] to discuss the planned upgrade to the Runway 30 approach lighting system at LF Wade International Airport. A spokesperson said “Skyport is hosting a Town Hall meeting to engage with the community regarding the upcoming upgrade to the Runway 30 approach lighting system at the LF Wade... Read more of this article

Column: Crafting Data Protection Vision

[Written by the TLC Group] One of the first steps we recommend to our clients at the beginning of their PIPA Journey to Compliance is to craft their data protection vision statement. This aligns nicely with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner’s 1st quarter 2024 advice to start with organizational commitment. Imagine your organization as a treasure... Read more of this article

Skyport Launch $4.9M Runway Lighting Upgrade

Skyport is starting a project to “upgrade the Runway 30 approach lighting system,” and said the “$4.9 million runway approach lighting project is part of Skyport’s ongoing multi-million-dollar capital investment in Bermuda’s airport.” A spokesperson said, “Skyport, operator of the LF Wade International Airport, is embarking... Read more of this article

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