Tourism Tech & Policy: Guyana President Irfaan Ali will keynote CTO’s SOTIC 2026 in October, framing Caribbean tourism around smart, sustainable, inclusive growth and how innovation and technology can build resilience. Public Sector Jobs: Barbados public workers face changes after a major regrading exercise; the NUPW says affected staff can appeal outcomes and flag concerns as the union reviews the report. Digital Governance in the Region: Nevis is taking part in the CPA conference on “Strengthening Parliaments in the Digital Age,” with a focus on keeping parliamentary decorum intact while youth leaders discuss AI’s impact. Cyber Safety for Families: A BBB warning highlights how romance scams start via Facebook/Instagram DMs, escalate with “emergencies,” and push victims toward wiring money or gift cards. Customs Modernisation: Barbados’ Customs regulations are set to roll out by October, tied to new standard operating procedures and technology upgrades. Health & Risk Alerts: Barbados’ marine biologist renews a hard warning to stay out of the “Hot Pot” inlet after a recent drowning, citing unstable conditions shaped by industrial runoff. Transport Payments Pilot: A cashless fare trial for public service vehicles is expected in the next few weeks, using automated fare technology to cut fraud and remove paper tickets. Fishing Rules Update: Barbados fisheries authorities plan to require circle hooks for horizontal longline vessels, aiming to improve tuna catch while boosting survival for released species. Regional Development Data: CDB launched CEvalSpace 2026 in Barbados to help Caribbean countries build monitoring and evaluation systems that fit small-island realities.