AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSubsea Connectivity: Bermuda welcomed Google’s Nuvem and Sol subsea cable landings at Annie’s Bay, with government calling it a major boost to digital infrastructure, resilience, and long-term competitiveness. Digital Skills: Bermuda College and Google launched 500 free scholarships for online Grow with Google Career Certificates through 2027, covering cybersecurity, data analytics, IT support, digital marketing, e-commerce, project management, UX, plus AI Essentials and Python-focused IT automation. STEM Learning Tech: The Bermuda Zoological Society announced a Google-backed education initiative adding tablets, drones, underwater cameras, microscopes and projection tech to its Living Classroom, supporting field research across its micro forest sites. World Cup Turf Science: Michigan State University researchers helped develop and test the grass for all 16 FIFA World Cup stadiums, using hybrid Bermuda grass for warm venues and rye/Kentucky bluegrass mixes for cooler or indoor sites. Local Innovation: Sea Venture Electric Watercrafts is preparing to launch electric paddleboard rentals in Bermuda after testing in Mangrove Bay, using onboard motor assist powered by sealed lithium batteries. Policy & Planning: The Minister overturned a modular housing rejection for Boaz Island, granting temporary planning permission for a four-year controlled pilot. Health & Safety: Bermuda’s Road Safety Council urged Carnival 2026-goers to plan safe transport and avoid driving or riding after drinking.
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