Category: technology
Ministry Welcomes Regulatory Authority Decision
The Ministry of Home Affairs has welcomed the Regulatory Authority’s decision. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Home Affairs welcomes the Regulatory Authority [RA] of Bermuda’s decision to mandate lower consumer prices for mobile and fixed internet services, effective October 1, 2025, following its statutory review of the electronic... Read more of this article
Deloitte Expands GenAI In Omnia Platform
Deloitte announced a series of new artificial intelligence [AI] capabilities within Omnia, Deloitte’s global cloud-based Audit & Assurance platform, designed to “evolve the audit and assurance experience, advancing Deloitte’s effort to drive innovation with enhanced technology.” A spokesperson said, “As the external landscape... Read more of this article
PadsPass Launches Digital Pet Passport
PadsPass has officially launched the Digital Pet Passport, an app “designed to simplify the complex world of international pet travel.” A spokesperson said, “Travelling with pets just got easier. PadsPass, a Bermuda-based start-up, has officially launched the Digital Pet Passport, an innovative app designed to simplify the complex... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Bermuda Flowery Painting
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series highlights Bermuda with a vibrant island theme, blending hibiscus flowers, palm leaves, and coastal elements. 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
Planning Systems To Go Offline Temporarily
The Department of Planning’s application systems will be offline from September 25 to September 27 due to a scheduled upgrade. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Planning advises the public that its application systems will be offline from September 25 to 27 due to a scheduled upgrade. “The Customer Self-Service [CCS]... Read more of this article
Police Warn Of Scam Calls On WhatsApp
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has “received reports of persons receiving WhatsApp video calls from individuals claiming to represent the BPS.” A police spokesperson said, “So far, the calls are being made from telephone numbers: +92 343 4087943 +92 349 9513663 +92 322 4135776 “These numbers show up with a BPS crest as the... Read more of this article
Carey Olsen Wins Digital Assets Practice Of Year
Carey Olsen has been named Digital Assets Practice of the Year at the 2025 STEP Private Client Awards, recognizing the firm’s leadership in innovative digital asset legal work. A spokesperson said, “Carey Olsen has been named Digital Assets Practice of the Year at the 2025 STEP Private Client Awards, taking top spot in one of the most contested... Read more of this article
ABIC Launches Refreshed Website
The Association of Bermuda International Companies [ABIC] has officially launched its redesigned website. A spokesperson said, “The redesigned site offers a modern look, simplified navigation, and user-friendly features aimed at delivering a seamless experience for members, donors, and the wider community. “A key highlight of the new platform... Read more of this article
BELCO Confirms ‘Minor Incident’ At Plant
BELCO President Wayne Caines confirmed that a minor incident occurred during scheduled maintenance at the plant, was quickly contained, and posed no risk to public safety or power supply. BELCO President Wayne Caines said: “Bermuda Electric Light Company [BELCO] can confirm that a minor incident occurred this evening during scheduled maintenance activities... Read more of this article
Schools ‘Rigorously’ Enforcing Phone Policy
The Bermuda Public School System [BPSS] is “enforcing its mobile phone and personal device policy more rigorously” to support “student learning and overall well-being.” In a letter to parents and guardians, Minister of Education, Senator Crystal Caesar, said, “The Bermuda Public School System [BPSS] remains committed to... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Ocean 441 Design
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series showcases Bermuda’s 441 area code with a bold, ocean-inspired theme. 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
Tech Related Risks Dominate Top Concerns
For the first time in its 14-year history, PwC’s Insurance Banana Skins 2025 survey, published biennially by PwC and the Centre for the Study of Financial Innovation, reveals that technology-related risks dominate the top three concerns facing the global insurance industry. A spokesperson said, “The survey was launched by PwC today at the annual... Read more of this article
