Category: technology
MarketPlace: Cutting-Edge Electronic Shelf Tags
The MarketPlace announced the “successful implementation of state-of-the-art electronic shelf tags at its Harrington Hundreds store” A spokesperson said, “This innovative technology marks a significant step forward in The MarketPlace’s commitment to enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency. “The new four colour... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Beach Thumbs Up
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features an emoji made of pink sand giving a thumbs up on the beach. 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 both... Read more of this article
Police Warn Public Of Phone Scams
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has issued a warning about phone scams where individuals pose as BPS officers or representatives, attempting to gather personal information from the public. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is aware of members of the public receiving phone-calls from someone purporting to be a member of the Bermuda... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Emoji Traveling In Style
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a cute emoji traveling Bermuda-style on a pink scooter. 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 both sizes... Read more of this article
Game Design Challenge Set For Oct 18-19
Bermuda Island Games and dCyfa Communications will host the 3rd Annual Video Game Design Challenge on October 18 and 19, featuring a secret theme and guest speaker Moira Kelly. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Island Games and dCyfa Communications are pleased to announce the 3rd Annual Video Game Design Challenge. “This is a 2-day event where... Read more of this article
Sept 2024: Top 10 Bernews Instagram Photos
During September 2024, the top 10 ‘most liked’ photos on the Bernews Instagram page included Yushae DeSilva-Andrade finishing 4th in the 2024 Paralympics, ‘Zhamir Strong’ 6K Family Fun Walk, Run & Roll event, Northshore Medical awarding Toya Anderson $40K Scholarship, Jessica Lewis finishing 5th in the 100m at Paralympics, Zyon Minors,... Read more of this article
Paradise Mobile Awarded Fastest Mobile Network
Ookla has named Paradise Mobile the Fastest Mobile Network in Bermuda for Q1–Q2 2024. A spokesperson said, “Ookla, a global leader in connectivity intelligence and network insights, has named Paradise Mobile the Fastest Mobile Network in Bermuda for Q1–Q2 2024. To determine this award, Ookla analyzed consumer-initiated tests taken on Speedtest... Read more of this article
Senator On Lease With Google For Burrows Hill
“I have tabled a motion for this Chamber to approve the lease agreement between the Bermuda Land Management Corporation and Seagrass Services Limited – a local subsidiary of the multinational corporation Google LLC,” Senator Leslie Robinson said in the Senate today [Sept 30]. The Senator said, “In September 2023, Google announced... Read more of this article
Committee Members To Look Into Cyber Attack
The Speaker of the House of Assembly announced the members of the Joint Select Committee to look into the cyber attack — which occurred in September 2023 — with the committee to be chaired by PLP MP Lawrence Scott, and the members to include PLP MP Scott Simmons, PLP MP Anthony Richardson, OBA MP Robert King and OBA Senator Dwayne Robinson. In... Read more of this article
Minister On Bus & Ferry Digital Fare System
“It has now been eleven weeks since the introduction of Digital Fare Media for public transportation across Bermuda, including both ferries and buses,” Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert said, adding that they “have seen an average influx of 500 to 700 new users each week.” Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Sept 27] the... Read more of this article
Team Competing In Robotics Olympics in Greece
[Updated with video] Bermuda’s National Robotics Team – Sage DeSousa, Ava Simons, Aleshka Urrutia, Max Kemp and Ryan Williams — is competing at the First Global Robotics Olympics in Greece. A spokesperson said, “On Monday September 23, 2024, Bermuda’s National Robotics Team embarked on an exciting journey to Athens, Greece,... Read more of this article
Column: Darrell On Information Technology & AI
[Column written by Gilbert Darrell] In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, rapid technological advancements have transformed the way we live and work, with Information Technology [IT] and Artificial Intelligence [AI] playing key roles in this evolution. The integration of IT and AI is not just a passing trend; it is reshaping industries, enhancing... Read more of this article
