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Education Tech Upgrade: Minister Sonia Parag commissioned a new AutoCAD Lab at Bygeval Secondary in Region Five, part of a $65M push to equip six schools with specialised computer-based technical training—after the first lab went live in Region Two. Biodiversity Push: President Ali challenged Iwokrama to become Guyana’s biodiversity science hub by launching a national research programme, opening a biodiversity data platform, and expanding low-impact eco-tourism. Digital Payments Leap: Guyana is set to go live with FAST PAY on June 2, 2026 for real-time transfers, and also move toward India’s UPI to deepen the country’s cash-light, instant payments future. Noise Control Plan: The EPA is piloting smart noise monitoring at Kitty Seawall, with real-time public warning systems planned nationwide. Global Context: A new map shows AI use is highest in smaller economies like the UAE and Singapore, while the U.S. lags in everyday adoption.

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Guyana rolls out real-time payments and opens banking sector to new international players

Guyana rolls out real-time payments and opens banking sector to new international players

Guyana airport solar project expected to save US$800,000 annually

Guyana airport solar project expected to save US$800,000 annually

Hon. CG Lutfi Hassan Hosts OTC 2026 Visit by President of Guyana

Hon. CG Lutfi Hassan Hosts OTC 2026 Visit by President of Guyana

Guyana banking’s sector enters new era with real-time payment, international banks – Pres. Ali

Guyana banking’s sector enters new era with real-time payment, international banks – Pres. Ali


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May. 8, 2026

ZIP.GY Launches as Guyana's First Super App, Transforming Digital Infrastructure for the World's Fastest-Growing Economy

EIN Presswire

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May. 9, 2026

Prime Minister Carney meets with President of Guyana Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali

Prime Minister of Canada

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Apr. 24, 2026

Mount Sinai Health System and Guyana Ministry of Health Host Seminar on Practical, Responsible Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Health Care

GlobeNewswire, Inc.

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Apr. 20, 2026

Fortuna Establishes Presence in the Guyana Shield Through Quartzstone Earn-In Agreement

GlobeNewswire, Inc.

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Apr. 9, 2026

G Mining Ventures Announces Uniquely Synergistic Acquisition of G2 Goldfields, Creating a Tier-One Gold Mining Hub in Guyana and One of the Largest, Lowest-Cost Gold Operations in the Americas

GlobeNewswire, Inc.

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Mar. 24, 2026

SBM Offshore awarded FEED contracts for the Longtail project in Guyana

GlobeNewswire, Inc.

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