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Wallpaper Wednesday: The Bermuda Story

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a book whose pages contain pink sands and blue skies, a virtual interpretation of the Bermuda story. 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

PrivCom Launches New Website

As Bermuda is preparing for the full implementation of the Personal Information Protection Act [PIPA] 2016 on 1 January 2025, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Bermuda [PrivCom] has launched a new website. A spokesperson said, “It has been designed to facilitate easy access to essential information for organisations and individuals. “The... Read more of this article

Skyport Introduces Wildlife Control Measure

Skyport has introduced an “advanced wildlife control measure” at the airport which “aims to mitigate bird-related safety hazards during critical flight operations such as landing and take-off.” A spokesperson said, “Skyport Facilities and Asset Management is delighted to announce the introduction of an advanced wildlife control... Read more of this article

BDA Tech Summit To Be Held In October

The fifth annual Bermuda Tech Summit, presented by the Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA], will be held from October 8-10, with the theme ‘Building a Foundation for the Future’. David Hart, BDA CEO, said, “We invite you to join us for three days of thought leadership, industry presentations and networking with oceanside views at the iconic... Read more of this article

BELCO Restore Power After Outage In West End

BELCO confirmed there was a “fault on their transmission network” last night [Aug 12] resulting in approximately 11,400 customers in the western parishes temporarily losing power. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] today advised that there was a fault on their transmission network last night resulting... Read more of this article

CariGenetics Launches Human Research Project

In a groundbreaking initiative, CariGenetics announced the launch of its pioneering human research project, “Get in The Ring: A Caribbean Breast Cancer Whole Genome Research Pilot Study” with a press conference today. A spokesperson said, “This study is set to revolutionize our understanding of breast cancer in women of Caribbean ancestry.... Read more of this article

Wallpaper Wednesday: Pink & Blue Moongate

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a virtual moongate in Bermuda’s signature colours of pink and blue. 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

Govt Email & Phone Service Interruptions

Several Government Departments are “experiencing ongoing internet/email and phone service interruptions due to a damaged circuit system.” A Government spokesperson said, “The departments impacted include but are not limited to the Department of Parks headquarters, Department of Health [Victoria Clinic], Consumer Affairs, Department of... Read more of this article

Nominations Open For 2023 Tech Awards

Today the Economic Development Department [EDD] launched the nominating period for its annual Technology Innovation Awards, also known as the Tech Awards. A spokesperson said, “Since 2007, the EDD has taken great pride in recognising Bermuda-based companies and solutions that have significantly contributed to the technology industry locally and... Read more of this article

Wallpaper Wednesday: Emancipation Day

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a ‘Celebrating Emancipation Day’ graphic. 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

Butterfield Introduces ‘Mobile Queueing’

Butterfield has introduced a ‘mobile queueing’ option at Front Street Banking Centre ahead of Cup Match week, with people able to scan a QR code and “monitor their position in the line and receive a direct notification within their browser to alert them when they are due to be served.” A spokesperson said, “With this technology... Read more of this article

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