AGP Executive Report

Tourism & Travel Tech: Anguilla’s Tourist Board wrapped a five-day U.S. roadshow in New York and beyond, meeting 200+ travel advisors across New York, Long Island, Connecticut, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, with hotel partners like Zemi Beach House and Aurora Anguilla Resort & Golf Club highlighting stays, dining and signature experiences. Digital Services: Apple expanded iCloud+ in 100+ countries by bundling Apple Arcade and Apple TV, plus Apple Music stations, for iCloud+ subscribers (including Anguilla) with family sharing benefits—though the U.S. and some major regions are excluded. Public Finance & AI: Anguilla joined the Global Government Finance Summit 2026 in Dublin, where finance ministries discussed AI in public administration, digital transformation in public financial management, and reform under geopolitical and economic pressure. Regional Leadership & AI Tourism: Caribbean Media Exchange spotlighted BVI tourism leader Natasha J. Chalwell, including her push to integrate MindTrip AI into the BVI destination website for personalized trip planning. Aviation & Logistics: BermudAir plans to add an Embraer E190F freighter, aiming to close a Caribbean air cargo gap by moving time-sensitive shipments without relying solely on passenger-jet belly space or major hubs.

Tourism & Travel Tech: Anguilla’s Tourist Board wrapped a five-day U.S. roadshow, meeting 200+ travel advisors across New York, Long Island, Connecticut, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, using targeted luncheons, office presentations, and networking to boost awareness of Anguilla stays, food, attractions, and visitor experiences. Public Finance & AI: Anguilla joined the Global Government Finance Summit 2026 in Dublin (Sept. 14–15), where finance ministries discussed how to handle public spending pressures and how to integrate AI into public administration, with AWS and Visa as partners. Consumer Tech Expansion: Apple announced iCloud+ will add Apple Arcade and Apple TV, plus Apple Music stations, in 100+ countries—Anguilla is listed among the rollout locations—extending benefits across paid plans and family sharing. Regional Tech Leadership: Caribbean Media Exchange highlighted BVI tourism leader Natasha J. Chalwell, spotlighting her push for modernization and the MindTrip AI tool on the BVI destination website.

Tourism & Trade: Anguilla’s Tourist Board wrapped a five-day U.S. roadshow in New York and beyond, meeting 200+ travel advisors across New York City/Long Island and stops in Connecticut, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, with targeted luncheons, dinners, and office presentations featuring partners like Zemi Beach House and Aurora Anguilla Resort & Golf Club. Public Finance Tech: Anguilla joined the Global Government Finance Summit 2026 in Dublin, where finance ministries discussed how to integrate AI into public administration, alongside digital transformation in public financial management, workforce skills, and public spending pressures—supported by AWS and Visa. Consumer Tech: Apple expanded iCloud+ in 100+ countries to include Apple Arcade and Apple TV (plus Apple Music stations) for no extra charge, with Anguilla listed among the rollout locations. Regional Leadership & AI Tourism: CMEx highlighted BVI tourism leader Natasha J. Chalwell, including her push to integrate MindTrip AI into the BVI destination website for personalized trip planning. Aviation & Logistics: BermudAir plans to add an Embraer E190F freighter, aiming to close a Caribbean air cargo gap by improving time-sensitive shipping options.

Tourism & Trade: Anguilla’s Tourist Board wrapped a five-day U.S. roadshow in New York and beyond, meeting 200+ travel advisors across New York City/Long Island and stops in Connecticut, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, with hotel partners Zemi Beach House and Aurora Anguilla Resort & Golf Club highlighting stays, dining, and signature experiences. Digital Entertainment: Apple expanded iCloud+ in 100+ countries by bundling Apple Arcade, Apple TV, and Apple Music stations for no extra charge, with family sharing for up to six people—Anguilla is included, though the U.S. and some major regions are not. Public Finance Tech: Anguilla joined the Global Government Finance Summit 2026 in Dublin, where finance ministry leaders discussed integrating AI into public administration alongside digital transformation, budgeting, and workforce challenges, with AWS and Visa as partners. Regional Governance & Staffing: Parliament President Sarah Wescot-Williams said staff shortages from turnover, retirement, and maternity leave stretched the Parliament Secretariat thin during 2025-2026, even as core work continued.

Forex & Trading: CentFX will exhibit as a Diamond Sponsor at The Forex Expo Dubai 2026 (Sept. 22–23), pitching its multi-asset brokerage built around order execution, with access via CentFX or MetaTrader 5. Caribbean Air Cargo: BermudAir says it will add a leased Embraer E190F freighter, aiming to ease the island air-freight gap by bringing dedicated cargo capacity to the Americas. Public Finance Tech & AI: The Global Government Finance Summit 2026 in Dublin (Sept. 14–15) brought finance ministries together, with sessions on digital transformation in public financial management and integrating AI into government work—Anguilla among the attendees. Streaming Bundles: Apple expands iCloud+ in 100+ countries by adding Apple Arcade, Apple TV, and Apple Music stations at no extra charge, with family sharing included (Anguilla listed). Digital Skills for Anguilla: The OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme opens applications Sept. 10 and closes Sept. 20, offering training and certifications in areas like AI/ML, cybersecurity, cloud, and data analytics.

Digital Skills for Anguilla: The OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme (via the World Bank-backed Caribbean Digital Transformation Project and delivered by UWI Global Campus) opens for Cohort II on Sept 10 and closes Sept 20, offering industry-recognised training in areas like AI/ML, cloud, cybersecurity, data analytics, and digital marketing. Cloud + Entertainment Bundle: Apple says iCloud+ now includes Apple Arcade and Apple TV, plus Apple Music stations, in 100+ countries (including Anguilla) with family sharing for up to six people. Public Finance Tech Talk: Anguilla joined finance ministry leaders at the Global Government Finance Summit 2026 in Dublin, where sessions covered digital transformation in public financial management and how governments are integrating AI. Local Government Staffing Strain: Parliament Secretariat President Sarah Wescot-Williams says staff shortages from turnover, retirement, and maternity leave “stretched itself thin” during the 2025-2026 parliamentary year. Regional Air Cargo Boost: BermudAir plans to lease an Embraer E190F freighter, aiming to tackle the Caribbean’s air cargo gap by adding a dedicated freighter option in the Americas.

Public Finance & AI: The Global Government Finance Summit 2026 in Dublin brought finance ministry leaders (including Anguilla) together to tackle public spending pressure, reform, digital transformation in public financial management, and how governments are integrating AI into administration. Cloud & Media for Anguilla: Apple expanded iCloud+ in 100+ countries by bundling Apple Arcade, Apple TV, and Apple Music stations at no extra charge, with family sharing for up to six people—Anguilla is listed among the new supported markets. Digital Skills Boost: The OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme (CARDTP, World Bank-funded; delivered by UWI Global Campus) opens Sept. 10 and closes Sept. 20 for Anguilla and other OECS states, targeting certifications in areas like AI/ML, cybersecurity, cloud, data analytics, fintech/blockchain, and UX/UI. Local Tech & Governance Staffing: Parliament’s Secretariat in the region says staff shortages from turnover, retirement, and maternity leave stretched operations during the 2025–2026 year, even as regional cooperation continued. Tourism Tech Spotlight: CMEx will honor BVI tourism leader Natasha J. Chalwell, highlighting her work modernizing destination marketing, including MindTrip AI on the BVI site.

Local Digital Skills: The OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme (CARDTP, delivered by The UWI Global Campus) opens for applications on Sept. 10 and closes Sept. 20, 2026, with Cohort II expanding advanced training for citizens across the OECS, including Anguilla. Focus areas include AI/ML, cloud, cybersecurity, data analytics, fintech/blockchain, UX/UI, web development, and more, building on 200+ certifications from Cohort I. Global Finance & AI in Government: Finance ministry leaders gathered in Dublin for the Global Government Finance Summit 2026, hosted by Ireland’s Department of Finance with AWS and Visa, to discuss public spending pressures, digital transformation in public financial management, and how ministries are preparing for AI and workforce challenges. Tech & Media Subscriptions: Apple says iCloud+ will bundle Apple Arcade, Apple TV, and Apple Music stations in over 100 countries, including Anguilla, with family sharing for up to six people—though the US and some major regions are excluded. Business Fraud Watch: A tax startup CEO accused of faking CPA credentials and revenue to raise $13.3 million was arrested in Florida while trying to board a cruise ship; prosecutors say investor funds were used for a home, a Tesla, and a Caribbean wedding on Anguilla. Community & Environment: Volunteers in Bermuda’s “Cash Trash Bash” collected 1,805.7 pounds of ocean and beach trash this year, aiming to top last year’s total and donate $1 per pound to ocean-focused charities.

Digital Subscriptions: Apple is expanding iCloud+ by bundling Apple Arcade, Apple TV, and Apple Music stations for subscribers in 100+ countries, with family sharing for up to six people—though the US and some major regions are left out. Public Finance & AI: Finance ministry leaders gathered in Dublin for the Global Government Finance Summit 2026, focusing on public spending pressures, digital transformation in public financial management, and how ministries are integrating AI into administration. Parliament Staffing: Anguilla’s Parliament Secretariat says it’s been “stretching itself thin” due to staff shortages from turnover, retirement, and maternity leave, as highlighted in the 2025–2026 Annual Report. OECS Tech Skills: Applications for the OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme (CARDTP, delivered by UWI Global Campus) open Sept 10 and close Sept 20, with Anguilla eligible for advanced tracks like AI/ML, cybersecurity, cloud, data analytics, fintech/blockchain, and UX/UI. Local Tech Crime Watch: A tax startup CEO accused of faking CPA credentials and revenue was arrested in Florida while trying to board a cruise ship, with alleged funds tied to an Anguilla home and other luxury spending.

Digital Subscriptions: Apple says iCloud+ will bundle Apple Arcade, Apple TV, and Apple Music stations in 100+ countries, including Anguilla—available on all paid iCloud+ plans and family sharing (but not the U.S. and some major regions). Public Finance & AI: The Global Government Finance Summit 2026 in Dublin brought finance leaders (including Anguilla) to focus on public spending pressures, digital transformation in public financial management, and how AI is reshaping government work. OECS Tech Skills: Applications for the OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship (Cohort II) open Sept. 10 and close Sept. 20, with training areas spanning AI/ML, cybersecurity, cloud, data analytics, fintech/blockchain, UX/UI, and more for Anguilla and other OECS states. Local Governance Staffing: Parliament’s Secretariat in Anguilla says 2025–2026 operations were strained by staff shortages from turnover, retirement, and maternity leave, even as the institution kept working. Tech & Tourism Leadership: CMEx highlights BVI tourism leader Natasha Chalwell, including her push to use MindTrip AI on the destination website for personalized trip planning. Community Cleanup: Volunteers collected 1,800+ pounds of trash in a Bermuda ocean cleanup drive, asking for $1 per pound to fund ocean-focused charities. Travel & Hospitality: Cap Juluca (Anguilla) announces an Oct. 10 reopening with new rum programming, a Guerlain spa treatment, and a December chef residency.

Digital Skills Boost (OECS/CARDTP): Applications for the OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme (Cohort II) open Sept. 10 and close Sept. 20, with Anguilla included. The World Bank–financed CARDTP, delivered by UWI Global Campus, offers training and industry-recognised certifications across AI/ML, cloud, cybersecurity, data analytics, fintech/blockchain, UX/UI, web development, and more. Parliament Tech Push (St. Maarten/Kingdom): Parliament says it’s moving toward digitalisation, AI integration, and paperless operations via a new Digital Transformation and AI Workgroup, plus a refreshed Parliament website and a focus on open government and cybersecurity. Local Governance & Staffing Pressures: Parliament Secretariat operations were “stretching itself thin” during 2025–2026 due to turnover, retirement, and maternity leave, according to Sarah Wescot-Williams’ annual report foreword. Tech & Finance in the Spotlight (Regional/Global): Finance ministry leaders meet in Dublin for the Global Government Finance Summit 2026, with sessions on digital transformation and AI in public financial management, and Anguilla listed among participating governments. Scam Case Touching Anguilla: A US case alleges a tax startup CEO faked CPA credentials and revenue to raise $13.3M, with funds tied to a luxury lifestyle including a trip to Anguilla.

OECS Digital Skills Scholarships: The OECS Commission has opened applications for the 2026 Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme (Cohort II) for citizens across the OECS, including Anguilla, via the World Bank-funded CARDTP and delivered by The UWI Global Campus; applications run Sept 10–20, with training areas spanning AI/ML, cloud, cybersecurity, data analytics, fintech/blockchain, UX/UI, web development, and more. Parliament Staffing Strain: Parliament President Sarah Wescot-Williams says the Parliament Secretariat was “stretching itself thin” during 2025–2026 due to staff shortages from turnover, retirement, and maternity leave, even as the institution kept working. Parliament Goes Digital: A new Digital Transformation and AI Workgroup is guiding efforts to expand digitalisation, AI integration, and paperless operations, alongside a refreshed Parliament website and a push for stronger cybersecurity and more public involvement. Finance Ministry Tech Agenda: Finance ministry leaders are meeting in Dublin for the Global Government Finance Summit 2026, with sessions on digital transformation in public financial management and AI—Anguilla is among the participating countries. Tourism Leadership Spotlight: CMEx will honor BVI tourism leader Natasha J. Chalwell at the 2026 CMEx Leadership Awards and Fundraiser, highlighting her work on modernization and AI-powered trip planning for the destination website. Anguilla in the News (Tech Fraud): A US case alleges a tax startup CEO faked CPA credentials and revenue to raise $13.3M, with funds tied to an Anguilla luxury wedding—an example of how tech finance can go badly wrong.

Digital Government & AI: Parliament in Sint Maarten is pushing a more open, paperless model with a new Digital Transformation and AI Workgroup, plus a fresh Parliament website and a focus on cybersecurity and public involvement. Regional Tech Skills: The OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme (CARDTP, World Bank-funded, delivered by UWI Global Campus) opens Sept 10 and runs to Sept 20, offering advanced tracks like AI/ML, cloud, cybersecurity, data analytics, fintech/blockchain, UX/UI, and more for Anguilla and other OECS states. Parliament Independence: Parliament Chair Sarah Wescot-Williams says adopted laws have “stranded” at Government and is calling for stronger independent research, scrutiny, and ministerial accountability. Finance Transformation: Anguilla is among delegations heading to Dublin for the Global Government Finance Summit 2026, with sessions on digital transformation in public finance, AI, and workforce skills. Tech & Fraud Alert: A US case alleges a tax startup CEO faked CPA credentials and revenue to raise $13.3m, with funds tied to an Anguilla luxury lifestyle.

Global Finance Summit: Finance ministry leaders, including Anguilla’s delegation, are heading to Dublin for the 2026 Global Government Finance Summit (14–15 Sept), with sessions on digital transformation in public financial management, AI, and workforce skills—backed by AWS and Visa. Parliament Staffing & Digital Push: Parliament President Sarah Wescot-Williams says the 2025–2026 year was strained by Secretariat staff shortages, while also pointing to progress on a Digital Transformation and AI Workgroup, a new Parliament website, and efforts toward paperless operations. Open Parliament & Responsible AI: Wescot-Williams also urged Parliament to set its own agenda and strengthen independent research and scrutiny; meanwhile, Parliament ratified a regional responsible AI outcome statement from an Anguilla workshop, focusing on ethics, privacy, and information integrity. OECS Digital Skills Scholarships: The OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme opens 10 Sept and runs to 20 Sept 2026, delivered by UWI Global Campus under the World Bank-funded CARDTP, with tracks including AI/ML, cybersecurity, cloud, data analytics, fintech/blockchain, UX/UI, and web development—available to Anguilla and other OECS states. Mobile Broadband Costs (Study): Broadband Genie ranks the UK 46th for average mobile data cost at about $0.27 per 1GB, a reminder that pricing comparisons depend heavily on plan rules and local market differences. Tech & Fraud Alert: A tax startup CEO accused of faking CPA credentials and revenue was arrested while trying to board a cruise ship, with prosecutors alleging investor losses tied to spending that included a trip to Anguilla.

Parliament Tech & AI: Parliament’s Digital Transformation and AI Workgroup is pushing digitalisation, AI integration, and paperless operations, with Chair Sarah Wescot-Williams stressing “digital trust,” cybersecurity, and better public involvement. Parliament Independence: Wescot-Williams also warned that adopted laws can “strand” at Government, and urged Parliament to set its own agenda, research independently, and hold ministers accountable. Open Parliament & Staffing: In the 2025–2026 Annual Report foreword, Wescot-Williams said Parliament’s Secretariat is under pressure from turnover, retirement, and maternity leave, forcing staff to “stretch itself thin.” Responsible AI Governance: Parliament ratified a regional responsible AI outcome statement from an Anguilla workshop, focusing on ethical governance, data privacy, and information integrity. OECS Digital Skills (Anguilla-ready): Applications for the OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship (Cohort II) open Sept 10 and close Sept 20, covering AI/ML, cybersecurity, cloud, data analytics, fintech/blockchain, UX/UI, and more, delivered via UWI Global Campus under a World Bank-backed programme. Tech & Society (Global context): A study on mobile broadband costs ranks the UK 46th by average price per GB, a reminder that connectivity costs still shape access. Local Tech Crime Watch: A tax startup CEO was arrested over alleged fake CPA credentials and revenue claims tied to $13.3m raised, with funds reportedly used for a lifestyle including a trip to Anguilla.

Parliament Tech & AI: Parliament’s Digital Transformation and AI Workgroup is pushing digitalisation, AI integration, and paperless operations, with Chair Sarah Wescot-Williams framing it as “building digital trust” while boosting cybersecurity and public involvement. Open Parliament & Independence: Wescot-Williams also warned that Parliament must set its own agenda and strengthen independent research and scrutiny instead of relying on the executive. Staffing Strain: The Parliament Secretariat is under pressure from turnover, retirement, and maternity leave, “stretching itself thin” to keep operations running. Responsible AI Governance: A regional outcome statement on responsible AI—covering ethics, data privacy, and information integrity—was ratified after an Anguilla-hosted workshop, urging Sint Maarten not to be left behind. OECS Digital Skills (Anguilla-ready): Applications for the OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme (Cohort II) open Sept 10 and close Sept 20, with tracks like AI/ML, cybersecurity, cloud, data analytics, and fintech/blockchain. Tech Fraud Watch: A tax startup CEO allegedly faked CPA credentials and revenue to raise $13.3m, with funds tied to an Anguilla home and luxury spending.