AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoEducation Tech: EduConnect, a new paid mobile app, is rolling out to streamline school–home communication and cut teacher admin, with early use in five schools and plans to reach about 30 next term. Public Safety & Civic Tech: The Pearly app saw thousands of sign-ups during Crop Over, boosted by a live band tracker and real-time data used by emergency services. STEM for Youth: The Barbados Defence Force says new technology will be introduced to the Barbados Cadet Corps to build modern skills. Health Tech & Support: QEH breastfeeding advocates renewed calls for workplace support and dedicated pumping spaces as mothers often stop exclusive breastfeeding after returning to work. Community Funding: BHTA is running an Adopt-A-School Futsal Tournament to raise at least $50,000 for school IT, upgrades, nutrition, sports, music and water storage. Underwater Robotics: A University of Minnesota team reports underwater robots can estimate scuba divers’ breathing by watching exhaled bubbles. Digital Government Capacity: A new study highlights the need for citizen capability and trust to make government digital services work. Infrastructure & Reporting: Pearly’s developer says potholes are the top complaint on the app’s digital reporting platform, with thousands logging road defects.
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