Category: technology
Minister: Public Health Information App Launch
Minister of Health Kim Wilson announced the launch of a “one-of-a-kind Public Health Information App by the Department of Health, called Healthy People Bda.” Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [June 16] the Minister said, “We had to delay the launch as a result of the pandemic, but I am pleased to announce that the Healthy... Read more of this article
Minister Michael Weeks On Cybersecurity
“The Ministry of National Security has been working diligently to help ensure that Bermuda has adequate capabilities to defend against cyber threats,” Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said in the House of Assembly on Friday [June 16]. The Minister said, “The Ministry of National Security has been working diligently to help... Read more of this article
RA Public Consultation: Offshore Wind Farm
As part of the next steps for Bermuda’s Integrated Resource Plan [IRP], the Regulatory Authority [RA], is “exploring new sources of clean energy in the form of an offshore wind farm and is inviting the public to hear about the preliminary results prior to making a decision.” Nigel Burgess, Acting Chief Executive at the RA said; “The... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Smiley Emoji Rainbow
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a smiley emoji with Bermuda flag and rainbow accents in a nod to Pride Month. 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... Read more of this article
Public Reminded To Be Vigilant Of Scams
The Bermuda Police Service, Bermuda Bankers’ Association and Ageing and Disability Services “continue to remind the public to be vigilant when receiving unsolicited telephone calls, text messages or emails, which may be used to commit fraud, particularly targeting seniors.” A spokesperson said, “In recent weeks BPS investigating... Read more of this article
BELCO E-Billing Campaign Winners Announced
BELCO announced the winners of a prize draw for $500 and $250 BELCO gift certificates for customers who have switched from paper billing to e-billing, with Dawnette Bell winning the $500 gift certificate, while Latisha Perenchief-Leader won the $250 gift certificate. A spokesperson said, “The ebilling prize draw ran through the month of May... Read more of this article
RA Releases Electronic Communications Review
The Regulatory Authority of Bermuda issues its Electronic Communications Sectoral Review report. The report notes, “The RA published this Consultation Document initiating a comprehensive review of the Electronic Communications Sector, including all applicable policies, legislation, regulations and administrative determinations.” The full... Read more of this article
Richardson On Immigration Digitisation Project
“We’ve now spent $356,880 to computerize a process which should have been reformed years ago,” OBA MP Jarion Richardson said, adding that “as it stands, we don’t have a new timeline or cost for the completion of this crucial project.” Mr Richardson — the Shadow Minister of Economy and Labour — said, “It’s... Read more of this article
BDADay.com Updates: Footage, History & More
Following this year’s Bermuda Day, our dedicated holiday website BDADay.com has been updated with a number of new features, with this year’s updates focused on event results over the years as well as extensive footage from the 2023 event. The new section highlights the annual results of the Bermuda Day Half Marathon Derby, the Sinclair Packwood... Read more of this article
Mosaic: Pioneering Cyber Incentive Launched
Mosaic Insurance and Safe Security launched an “industry-first initiative, incentivizing clients with broader coverage and premium rating credits of up to 30 percent for sharing cutting-edge assessments of their cyber-risk profile.” A spokesperson said, “Mosaic x SAFEinside customers will benefit from insurance premiums directly linked... Read more of this article
OBA: Use ‘Greater Caution’ With Digital Assets
“It is absolutely crucial for the Premier and Minister of Finance, David Burt, to exercise greater caution when developing the digital asset industry,” Opposition Leader Cole Simons said. Mr. Simons said, “The U.S Security Exchange Commission [SEC] recently took action against Binance and their founder, Changpeng Zhao, filing 13 charges... Read more of this article
Emergency Radio Station Now Streaming Live
“This is an important step in ensuring that the people of Bermuda stay informed and safe during times of national emergency,” said Minister of National Security Michael Weeks. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of National Security is proud to announce that Bermuda’s emergency radio station 100.1fm is now available... Read more of this article
