What is blockchain technology? Blockchain is a distributed ledger technology that evolved from the internet of information and represents a second phase of the internet. Whereas the first era of the internet democratized the exchange of information, blockchain promises to democratize the exchange of real value. Blockchain emerged in late 2008, in the midst of the global … [Read more...] about Blockchain Technology Explained and What It Could Mean for the Caribbean
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How to Strengthen the Caribbean’s Natural Defenses
Caribbean Coastal Resilience – How We Can Act to Strengthen the Region’s Natural Defenses [The massive damage inflicted on numerous Caribbean states by recent hurricanes such as Matthew, Irma and Maria must concentrate our attention and prompt all of us toward substantive action: We have to recognize the magnitude of the increasing threat of hurricanes to life and … [Read more...] about How to Strengthen the Caribbean’s Natural Defenses
Search for Tutor Leads to Innovative Start-Up
By Karen Mahy His unassuming demeanour and gentle nature belies the passion and determination of his entrepreneurial spirit…Michael Husbands is a dedicated parent and husband whose search for a tutor for his 14-year-old daughter started a whirlwind process that led to the creation of an ambitious start-up - Global Tutoring Hub (GTH) and Podium. Michael explains: “It all … [Read more...] about Search for Tutor Leads to Innovative Start-Up
Innovation hub to support budding entrepreneurs
Featured Photo: Naudia Banton of Communitech (second left) and Lisa Cummins of University of West Indies Consulting (third left) engaging entrepreneurs at a female Founders Bootcamp in the TEN Habitat hub By Pamala Proverbs Barbadian entrepreneurs now have a global network of startup support and a structure designed to expedite the development of their ventures with … [Read more...] about Innovation hub to support budding entrepreneurs
Six Ways Gold Mining in Guyana Can Be More Environmentally Friendly
Photography by Kevin Bonnett. Designed by Lynn Saghir. Blog co-written by Mark Wenner and Jevon Minto. Guyana is a mineral-rich state with gold production as its leading economic sector. In 2015, gold accounted for the greatest share of total exports at 42.8 percent of overall exports. The sector directly employs approximately 17–18,000 persons and indirectly benefits … [Read more...] about Six Ways Gold Mining in Guyana Can Be More Environmentally Friendly