Disability Inclusion: Dominica plans a dedicated public-service Department for persons with disabilities after PM Roosevelt Skerrit met the Dominica Association of Persons with Disabilities to push stronger advocacy, policy coordination, and higher-level attention. Regional Tax Tech: CARICOM tax administrators meet in Guyana later this month, with COTA’s conference focused on “smart, data-driven and AI-enabled” revenue systems and better taxpayer services. AgTech Funding: Grenada’s C-SAC climate-smart agriculture tool has been named a top global finalist for the 2026 UN FAO AgriInno Challenge, aiming to reward smallholders for ecological stewardship using a blockchain-powered protocol. AI for Wildlife: Researchers working with Dominica’s Sperm Whale Project are using machine learning to decode sperm whale “phonetic” sound patterns through Project CETI. Healthcare Systems: Dominica’s National Medical Laboratory upgraded its digital infrastructure, migrating its Laboratory Information System to improve turnaround times and reduce downtime. Border Security Tech: The U.S. and CARICOM (via IMPACS) signed a biometric data-sharing partnership to speed cross-border checks, with a clear focus on reducing vulnerabilities tied to citizenship-by-investment programmes. Water Infrastructure: DOWASCO says the Water Sector Strategic Development Project is nearing completion after a CDB-approved extension, with more storage tanks progressing across communities. Connectivity Push: Antigua and Barbuda’s PM Gaston Browne says OECS states are discussing a shared ICT network using EU-backed subsea fibre to cut broadband costs and improve connectivity. Currency Update: ECCB unveiled redesigned EC banknotes featuring regional heroes instead of Queen Elizabeth II, with new notes rolling out starting late 2027. Learning Culture: Dominica State College graduates were urged to embrace lifelong learning as AI and technology reshape jobs and industries.