Graduates of The University of the West Indies must commit to lifelong learning if they are to remain relevant as technology reshapes industries, Chancellor Dr Dodridge Miller has said. Delivering… The post Graduates urged to adapt as AI advances appeared first on Barbados Today .
Human resource managers must move beyond tasks that artificial intelligence can perform and demonstrate their value through human judgement, empathy and leadership, the president of the Human Resource Management Association… The post HR pros urged to embrace AI without losing human focus appeared first on Barbados Today .
The National Independence Festival of Creative Arts (NIFCA) is to develop a formal policy on the use of artificial intelligence in the creative process as the technology becomes increasingly common,… The post NIFCA to develop AI policy as tech reshapes creative work appeared first on Barbados Today .
Barbados is positioning itself to help shape global artificial intelligence policy, but a leading technology consultant has suggested that small island states could be little more than consumers of a… The post Barbados seeks greater say in global AI debate appeared first on Barbados Today .
The University of the West Indies is introducing software to detect academic cheating involving artificial intelligence, but an information technology specialist has warned that false accusations could unfairly punish students… The post UWI adopts AI tool amid fears of false accusations appeared first on Barbados Today .
Barbados will host the second in-person meeting of the United Nations’ Independent International Scientific Panel on Artificial Intelligence in November, placing the Caribbean at the centre of a widening global… The post Barbados to host UN AI panel as global concern over safeguards grows appeared first on Barbados Today .
Climate-vulnerable countries face an annual financing shortfall of about US$400bn by 2030 while being forced to pay billions more in borrowing costs because of their exposure to climate shocks, Prime… The post Mottley: Climate finance ‘math simply ain’t mathing’ appeared first on Barbados Today .
Barbados has contributed food supplies, mainly powdered milk, to a CARICOM humanitarian shipment delivered to Cuba with Mexico’s assistance amid severe shortages caused by the intensified American blockade of the… The post Barbados joins CARICOM-Mexico aid shipment to Cuba appeared first on Barbados Today .
Air conditioners and fans have been in high demand as Barbadians find ways to cope with excessive heat, with appliance retailers reporting increased sales and some fan models already out… The post Heat wave drives demand for air conditioners, fans appeared first on Barbados Today .
The Democratic Labour Party continues to hold out an olive branch to former members in an effort to get them to return to the fold. Following the church service Sunday on the final day of the 71st Annual Conference at George Street, St Michael, newly elected General Secretary Corey Greenidge said he aimed to unify […] The post New DLP general secretary aims to unify party appeared first on nationnews.com .
The AI firm NOW has launched a free business program specifically for women. The initiative aims to provide professional training and support. Organizers include representatives from NOW and Amplifi AI Inc.
Women entrepreneurs are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence as a cost-effective business tool, according to a report from Barbados. The article features Melissa Savoury Gittens, president of NOW, and Janelle Germain, CEO of Amplifi AI Inc. They argue AI offers an affordable alternative for women starting or growing businesses.
Sir Stephen Emtage, Barbados' first director of Finance and Planning, has died. He was a former public servant who received a knighthood for his contributions. His passing was confirmed by Nationnews.
Virtual court hearings will start at two Magistrates' Courts next month. The rollout marks a shift toward remote proceedings, which officials say will improve efficiency and access. No further details on the schedule or technology were provided.
