Digital Government: A new “future-proofing government digital capability” study says governments must build citizen capability and trust alongside in-house technical skills and supplier partnerships. Public Health Tech: Eastern Caribbean lab teams boosted molecular diagnostic skills for diseases like measles, leptospirosis and hantavirus, using standardized protocols and a One Health approach. Climate Resilience Funding: China-backed work in Barbados is set to modernize wastewater and add advanced water reclamation tech with a US$66m investment. Renewables Pipeline: IRENA opened a funding call for renewable energy projects across the Caribbean and Central America, including solar, wind, clean transport and energy from sargassum. Education & STEM: Barbados’ Oceania Innovation Hub launched a Blue X Accelerator and outlined plans for a globally recognized ocean and climate school certificate. Food Systems Data: Barbados’ crop escalation push is being slowed by missing farm data on planting and harvest timelines. Regional Skills: Coralisle Group wrapped its 2026 summer internship programme, bringing students from six jurisdictions into insurance, legal, finance, technology and more. AI Policy Debate: A piece on regulating the AI revolution highlights how different countries are catching up with fast-moving adoption. Local Tech & Safety: Police credited modern surveillance tech and coordinated planning for a violence-free Grand Kadooment. Infrastructure Impact: Bridgetown’s Chamberlain Bridge schedule changes are reportedly hurting pedestrian access and nearby business income.