AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoAI & Jobs: Opposition science spokesperson Christopher Brown warns Jamaica’s BPO/call-centre jobs are under threat as global firms test AI systems that handle calls faster and cheaper. Innovation Policy: Science minister Andrew Wheatley says Cabinet approval is next for a “House of Innovation” to turn research and knowledge into national development outcomes through a unified science, tech and innovation framework. Mental Health: Education state minister Rhoda Moy Crawford announces strengthened school mental health programmes and wider access to counselling for youth amid rising anxiety, depression, trauma and bullying. Hurricane Tech & Readiness: As the Atlantic season starts, Liberty Caribbean says it’s boosting network resilience and emergency response after Hurricane Melissa; NOAA forecasts a below-average season but stresses preparedness. Digital Inclusion in Schools: Deputy PM Horace Chang opens a new computer lab at New Roads Primary with Starlink connectivity via the Universal Service Fund. Health Tech (Caribbean): C2N Diagnostics and SouthGenetics partner to expand access to blood tests for Alzheimer’s amyloid assessment, including in Jamaica. Financial Literacy for Kids: BOJ Money Quest launches as an online game for grades 4–6 with cash prizes up to $200,000 for students and $500,000 for top schools.
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