Patenting Sargassum Microbes: UWI scientist Prof. Bidyut Mohapatra says the government will seek patent protection for three novel microorganisms from sargassum, aiming to keep commercial and environmental value in Barbados as pharma firms show interest. Digital Justice: Barbados’ District ‘C’ Magistrates’ Court begins virtual hearings to cut delays and improve access, with officials calling it a key step in modernising the justice system. AI in Healthcare Education: QEH partners with UWI and two universities (AUB and Era University) to modernise medical training and expand digital health and research collaboration. Animal Disease Readiness: The Ministry of Agriculture plans stronger surveillance, testing and monitoring for African Swine Fever, including rapid response capacity for food security and livelihoods. Sustainable Tourism Leadership: The Caribbean Tourism Organization appoints Barbadian Courtney-Diana Walker as program officer, sustainable tourism, to support regenerative tourism priorities. Tech & Business Growth: TouchStar names Jamal Cobham managing director as it pushes AI-native software and deep-tech expansion from Barbados. Internet Governance: Barbados-born cybersecurity specialist Niel Harper joins ICANN’s board, outlining priorities for Latin America and the Caribbean in global domain management. Energy Debate: Former Central Bank governor Delisle Worrell argues hydroelectric power may be a lower-cost renewable path than Barbados’ distributed solar-and-wind model. Workforce Pressure: UWI Cave Hill warns productivity is slipping as the labour force shrinks, urging action on human resources to protect competitiveness. Regional Crime Prevention: CARICOM forms a youth advisory committee to help shape crime and violence prevention tools and policy outputs.