Trini TechCast

So, it sounds like the Caribbean's really trying to get its 'creator economy' off the ground, aiming to turn all that talent and culture into actual money. But the hosts are probably wondering if they're actually going to monetize it, or if it's just going to be another good idea that gets talked about a lot but doesn't quite launch.

Article: https://www.guardian.co.tt/business/developing-a-caribbean-creator-economy-monetising-talent-culture-and-community-6.2.2414948.2458f6488e

So, it looks like OpenAI's Sora 2 is out there, promising some wild advancements in video generation. The big question is, are we about to see an explosion of mind-bending visuals, or just more incredibly realistic deepfakes to worry about?

Articles: https://openai.com/index/sora2/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lEcg6AJ6DVY

So, you know, we're talking about this whole US TikTok deal again, and honestly, it's just a big mess with a lot of folks trying to figure out who's going to win this digital dance-off. And let's be real, the main issue is still whether a company with ties to China can truly be trusted with all that American user data. Just imagine the ad revenue possibilities!

"So, you're saying Trinidad and Tobago is trying to lay down a digital foundation for this whole AI revolution, right? But the real kicker is how China's already lightyears ahead, making us wonder if T&T is truly ready to play in the big leagues or just dipping their toes in the digital kiddie pool."

Article: https://www.guardian.co.tt/news/tt-lays-digital-foundations-for-ai-revolution-as-china-leads-the-way-6.2.2407851.5dde4fa51b

Welcome back to "Fintech Fiasco," folks! We're diving deep into Trinidad and Tobago's fintech future, and honestly, it sounds like some serious hurdles are threatening to derail their digital payments and blockchain ambitions before they even leave the starting gate. Our guests are pretty much saying that without some key policy changes, T&T might just be stuck in the financial stone age, and that's not exactly a catchy jingle.

Articles: https://trinidadexpress.com/business/local/t-t-s-fintech-future-at-risk-say-some-stakeholders/article_8e57b5c9-8e7d-45bd-b332-ec77c4037034.html

https://fintechtt.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/VIRTUAL-ASSET-WORKING-GROUP-POSITION-STATEMENT-FINAL-1-1.pdf

"So, you know, we're talking about this whole US TikTok deal again, and honestly, it's just a big mess with a lot of folks trying to figure out who's going to win this digital dance-off. And let's be real, the main issue is still whether a company with ties to China can truly be trusted with all that American user data. Just imagine the ad revenue possibilities!"

Article: https://techcrunch.com/2025/09/26/heres-whats-happening-right-now-with-the-us-tiktok-deal/

"So, guys, it sounds like the government is finally getting serious about tackling cyber security and AI fraud with a new committee, which is great because, let's be honest, we've all had those sketchy emails. They're hoping to get a handle on this before the digital wild west gets even wilder, trying to protect us from all the online shenanigans."

Articles: https://newsday.co.tt/2025/09/12/government-committee-to-tackle-cyber-security-ai-fraud/

https://tenorequelegalandconsulting.com/trinidad-and-tobago-virtual-assets-bill-2025/

https://guardian.co.tt/business/govt-proposes-crypto-ban-until-december-2027-6.2.2405778.d4064c4fa7

So, it looks like Republic Bank's "Banking at Your Fingertips" feature has been suspended, which is definitely going to shake things up for their customers who relied on it. This move raises questions about the future of convenient digital banking and how quickly banks can adapt to maintain essential services.

Article: https://newsday.co.tt/2025/09/11/republic-bank-suspends-banking-at-your-fingertips-feature/

Well, it looks like Meta's at it again, trying to shove displays into Ray-Ban glasses, and we're just wondering if anyone actually asked for this, or if we're all just going to look like cyborgs trying to check our notifications. Honestly, the biggest question is whether these will actually be useful, or if they're just another tech gadget that'll end up in the back of a drawer, much like our hopes for truly seamless augmented reality.

Articles: https://9to5google.com/2025/09/15/meta-ray-ban-display-glasses-leak/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NTKC-LExZlI

On today's episode, we're dissecting why regional tech startups finally have a new champion, and honestly, it's about time someone stepped up to the plate. Seriously, the issues holding back innovation have been glaringly obvious, and this new initiative is looking to tackle them head-on.

Building the Product - "Councilor's Connect"

So, these tech titans, right? They all show up at the White House for dinner, probably hoping for some good PR, but it seems like the real talk was all about how to keep their companies from getting too big for their britches, especially with all that antitrust talk swirling around. And you've gotta wonder, after all that fancy food, did they actually figure out a way to make sure the internet doesn't just become a few mega-companies calling all the shots?

On today's episode, we're dissecting why regional tech startups finally have a new champion, and honestly, it's about time someone stepped up to the plate. Seriously, the issues holding back innovation have been glaringly obvious, and this new initiative is looking to tackle them head-on.

Article: https://www.guardian.co.tt/business/regional-tech-startups-have-a-new-champion-6.2.2394383.f85c1a6c5b

Amazon 2 day shipping in the Caribbean

Article: https://trinidadexpress.com/business/local/amazon-coming-to-the-dominican-republic/article_88672272-7d39-4e72-808e-65ab331096ef.html

So, these tech titans, right? They all show up at the White House for dinner, probably hoping for some good PR, but it seems like the real talk was all about how to keep their companies from getting too big for their britches, especially with all that antitrust talk swirling around. And you've gotta wonder, after all that fancy food, did they actually figure out a way to make sure the internet doesn't just become a few mega-companies calling all the shots?

Article: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2025/sep/04/trump-rose-garden-tech-dinner-elon-musk

We talk to @syphifted about social media and business in Trinidad and [email protected]@iviralmarketing

So, these guys down in Trinidad just launched a new company to handle all their government payments, because, you know, apparently the old system was about as efficient as a sloth on vacation. And let's be real, the big question is whether this new outfit will actually streamline anything or just add another layer of bureaucracy.

Article: https://www.guardian.co.tt/business/govt-launches-new-company-to-handle-payments-6.2.2377952.f14660000d

Alright, so it sounds like T&T's Finance Minister is really pushing this e-KYC thing to fight financial crime, which is a big deal for banks and businesses trying to stay compliant. But the hosts are wondering if this is actually going to be implemented smoothly, or if it's just another "great idea" that gets bogged down in bureaucratic quicksand.

Articles: https://www.ttt.live/business-insight-e-kyc-on-the-governments-radar/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d9O6rkDy0Kw

So, it seems like the big news is Intel's former CEO getting caught up in some pretty questionable dealings with China, which is just *super* convenient for a company supposedly focused on national security. And you gotta wonder, with all the political grandstanding around trade, how much of this was actually a calculated move rather than just a massive screw-up.

Article: https://www.theverge.com/news/764480/intel-donald-trump-lip-bu-tan-deal

https://www.theverge.com/news/719929/apple-100-billion-investment-us-manufacturing-trump

This week we interview Daren Dhoray of CybersafeTT and talk about a few tings about online safety, digital literacy and general online education.

Hold up, folks, because the government just dropped "Anansi," and it's supposed to make connecting with public services smarter and simpler – a true web of convenience, if you will. Now, the big question is, will this digital revamp actually untangle the bureaucratic knots, or are we just spinning more tales in the digital age?

Article: https://www.igovtt.tt/meet-anansi-a-smarter-simpler-way-to-connect-with-government-services/

"So, the Brechin Solar Farm is finally pumping power into T&TEC, which, you know, is great news for renewable energy in T&T... *if* we can actually get these projects streamlined and efficient. Because let's be real, while it's a step forward, the bigger question is how quickly we can scale this without getting bogged down in red tape and delays, right?"

Article:https://www.guardian.co.tt/business/brechin-solar-farm-now-sending-power-to-ttec-6.2.2361759.72b2c14095

So, you know, we're looking at this whole thing with the government's online services, and it's not exactly going smoothly, is it? It seems like they're trying to roll out these big digital changes, but the real issue is whether they're actually protecting our privacy and data while doing it.

Article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy5prvgw0r1o

This week we talk to one of Mr. Charles' past students a 19 year old young man who knows his way around technology. Mr. Charles with his unc status asks him many questions about how the world is right now through his eyes.

Link: https://linktr.ee/zirblive

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