AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoAI in Government: New York City’s latest report shows how agencies used AI and other algorithmic tools in 2025, including ChatGPT for drafting content and Gemini via the Department of Environmental Protection—another reminder that “transparency” lists can still be messy. Education & AI Policy: Jamaica Teachers’ Association is calling for a national AI policy in schools after CXC overhauled the School-Based Assessment framework, moving most subjects to exam-condition Paper 032 from 2027. Skills for Jamaica: HEART/NSTA Trust highlights four Jamaicans selected for UNESCO Global Skills Academy scholarships in China, including robotics and allied healthcare, as international confidence in local trainees grows. Cybersecurity: Fortinet reports Jamaica saw 5.4 million cyberattack attempts in 2026, pushing the case for stronger cyber readiness. Deep-Sea Mining: The US plans to auction water areas around American Samoa for deep-sea mining, drawing criticism and raising concerns for marine ecosystems—an issue Jamaica should watch as the region debates seabed rules. Local Tech/Construction: Evolution ICF Group says its insulated concrete form system can speed up home building and cool interiors, betting on practical results over marketing.
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