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Two Trinis talking about tech. Hosted by Andre Charles @makeITsimpleTT and co-hosted by Akeem Deare @redbit_tech Tune in each week as we take you on a journey through the world of technology, from the heart of Trinidad and Tobago to the rest of the globe. Our podcast is your one-stop-shop for all things tech, providing insightful and thought-provoking discussions on both local and international topics. Join us as we explore the latest trends in the tech industry, from groundbreaking innovations to emerging technologies, and discover how they’re impacting our daily lives.

  1. 5D AGO

    EP157: VerityTT seems good | AI text books | Bye Tim Cook

    The hosts dive into how VerifyTT is finally giving us a way to check if government documents are the real deal or just a convincing DIY project. It’s a solid move toward a digital T&T that might just make the local scammers a bit more stressed about their career path. Articles: https://verifytt.gov.tt https://youtu.be/sGP10QD7yL4?si=AxOH2dgDy7PRwFDB The hosts discuss how Trinidad's new AI-assisted digital textbooks are set to save parents up to $1,500, finally giving their wallets a much-needed break from the annual back-to-school beatdown. It is a major step for the "Smart Start" initiative, proving that replacing heavy, expensive books with offline AI avatars might actually be the smartest move the Ministry has made yet. Article: https://trinidadexpress.com/business/local/parents-to-save-up-to-1-500-as-ai-textbooks-rolled-out/article_fbdba102-87e1-4df8-8fd3-ef7f0d6497ef.html The hosts dive into Tim Cook’s decision to step down as CEO on September 1st, questioning if hardware expert John Ternus can finally fix Apple’s messy software and AI record. They joke that while the logistics era is ending, Ternus inherits the awkward task of managing a leadership churn and a "vibes-based" transition to executive chairman for Cook. Article: https://www.engadget.com/computing/engadget-podcast-tim-cooks-apple-era-and-what-lies-ahead-for-john-ternus-121853488.html

    1h 7m

  2. APR 22

    EP156: TTPS launches a cyber security podcast | Giving the elderly a Samsung phone | Anthropic is the villain now?

    The hosts discuss how the TTPS is moving from the streets to the studio with their new podcast aimed at tackling the rise of cyber security threats. It’s a practical step toward public education, showing that the police are trying to stay ahead of hackers even if it means mastering the art of the audio intro. Article: https://www.ttt.live/ttps-launches-cyber-security-podcast/ It looks like Tobago is finally handing out tablets to seniors to close the digital divide, because apparently, you’re never too old to get ghosted by a software update. This partnership between TITL and TATT is a major step in making sure the island’s elders are actually online instead of just wondering why the remote has so many buttons. Article: https://www.ttt.live/tobago-seniors-first-to-receive-devices-under-e-care-initiative/ The hosts dive into the chaos of the NSA reportedly using Anthropic’s Mythos model for cyber ops, even though the Pentagon officially labeled the company a supply-chain risk. They weigh whether this "too powerful to release" AI is a revolutionary security tool or just a high-stakes marketing stunt that successfully spooked the White House and major banks. Article: https://www.engadget.com/ai/the-nsa-is-reportedly-using-anthropics-new-model-mythos-211502787.html

    1h 2m

  3. APR 15

    EP155: Where's my bus? | Interview with Demaria and Joseph

    This week's interview is with Demaria and Joseph. They are two Comp Sci students who are in the process of building an app to help track busses in Jamaica. Andre and Akeem talk to them about their history, schooling and why coding is so fun / challenging. Link: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/canto-caribbean_canto-cantoinnovationchallenge2025-digitalcaribbean-activity-7382029173189668864-dJxc?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_android&rcm=ACoAAEW7DMoB6xeyvZ9ykhxiawzyl80V5IygkR4

    1h 26m

  4. APR 9

    EP154: TTPS website down and no one cared | Ministry of AI has a town hall meeting | Attacking data centers is a thing

    The TTPS website went dark because of some overdue bills, which is a pretty awkward look for our national security service. It's a tough pill to swallow that the police are out here patrolling the streets while their own digital front door gets locked for non-payment. Article: https://www.guardian.co.tt/news/ttps-website-outage-linked-to-unpaid-bills-6.2.2553048.4297564e4b https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ea7eMe21Evo The Ministry of Public Administration and Allied Institutions is rolling out a fresh logo and a grand vision to modernize the public service, though we have to wonder if a new look is enough to fix the underlying bureaucracy. It is an ambitious attempt to rebrand the government's image, provided they can actually back up the sleek new aesthetics with some actual efficiency. Article: https://mpaai.gov.tt/sites/default/files/2026-04/media-release_mpaai-unveils-new-logo-and-vision-at-inaugural-town-hall.pdf So, it looks like the cloud isn't as untouchable as we thought, with Iranian strikes physically hitting Amazon’s data centers in Bahrain and the UAE and turning "high availability" into a literal fire drill. It’s a wild shift from cyber warfare to actual missiles, leaving tech giants scrambling to move workloads while realizing their server racks are now officially on the front lines. Article: https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/amazons-cloud-business-bahrain-damaged-iran-strike-ft-reports-2026-04-01/

    1h 5m

  5. MAR 25

    EP153: Local delivery dilemmas | Social Media investment schemes again | DLSS 5 backlash

    Odeliver is making a big push for same-day delivery to stay competitive, though we have to wonder if our infrastructure is actually ready for that kind of speed. It is a bold move to modernize local logistics, provided they can actually navigate the traffic and tech hurdles without a hitch. Article: https://www.guardian.co.tt/business/odeliver-seeks-expansion-through-sameday-service-6.2.2544593.e8a9977fd4 So, the TTSEC is flagging the Forever Wealth Project for being totally unregistered, and it’s giving off some serious déjà vu since the promoter looks a lot like the one from that Trillions scheme. It’s the classic red flag of promising sky-high returns on TikTok while skipping the whole legal registration part, so maybe keep your wallet closed on this one. Article: https://trinidadexpress.com/business/local/unregistered-forever-wealth-project-linked-to-trillions-scheme/article_7c8788c2-fbf7-428a-b38f-500c5fd8df5c.html We are diving into how gamers are absolutely trashing DLSS 5’s new generative AI "glow-ups" for looking more like a hallucinated mess than actual graphics. It turns out people generally prefer their games to look like the developers intended rather than a weird AI fever dream, even if it means a few less frames per second. Article: https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2026/03/gamers-react-with-overwhelming-disgust-to-dlss-5s-generative-ai-glow-ups/

    1h 6m

  6. MAR 18

    EP152: Online departure forms! | T&T Laws to officially be put online | The EU bans nudification apps

    It is about time Trinidad and Tobago joined the digital age by moving arrival and departure forms online, though one has to wonder if "at last" really means the end of those tiny pencils and crumpled papers. It is a solid step for efficiency, provided the system actually stays up and running when the planes land. Articles: https://www.guardian.co.tt/news/arrival-and-departure-forms-to-go-online-at-last-6.2.2535354.711fb8fcb0 https://travel.gov.tt https://x.com/kejanhaynes/status/2031768026446500050?s=48 The hosts discuss how Trinidad and Tobago is finally dragging its legal system into the 21st century by digitizing laws dating back to 1838, hopefully ending the era of hunting through dusty, deteriorating paper volumes. They noted that while the new searchable database is a win for transparency, it’s a bit of a "better late than never" situation for a country only now making its official statutes accessible on a smartphone. Article: https://www.guardian.co.tt/news/bill-to-put-tt-laws-online-passed-in-senate-6.2.2535538.66716e8842 So, Elon Musk’s Grok is under fire because the EU is looking to ban AI-driven nudification after some high-profile scandals. It seems the regulators are finally stepping in to tell the tech moguls that maybe, just maybe, deepfake non-consensual content shouldn't be a feature. Article: https://www.politico.eu/article/eu-grok-x-elon-musk-ai-nudification-ban-in-wake-of-scandal/

    1h 9m

  7. MAR 11

    EP151: Health Ministry approved drug database | Contactless payments up is good right? | Macbooks are cheap now

    It’s interesting how this article highlights that while the public is finally getting a look at the drug database, the real challenge is whether the information is actually accessible enough for the average person to use. It sounds like a major step for transparency, though we have to wonder if it will just be another digital archive collecting dust instead of truly empowering patients. Article: https://www.guardian.co.tt/news/public-gains-access-to-drug-database-6.2.2530200.c3c8821192 So, while everyone was busy at Carnival, Visa saw a 30% jump in contactless payments, proving people would much rather tap a card than fumble with cash between soca sets. It looks like the "wave and pay" trend is officially the headliner now, leaving traditional wallets wondering if they’re even invited to the afterparty. Article: https://trinidadexpress.com/business/local/visa-contactless-payments-up-30-at-carnival/article_299a575f-c3d1-4d3b-a4df-ccb261b75da0.html The hosts dive into whether the $599 MacBook Neo is a budget-friendly breakthrough for students or just a "phone in a laptop's clothing" due to its A18 Pro chip and 8GB of RAM. They debate if the vibrant new colors and premium build can distract users from the lack of a backlit keyboard and the surprisingly slow USB 2.0 port. Article: https://www.engadget.com/computing/laptops/macbook-neo-hands-on-apples-599-laptop-feels-shockingly-great-142313318.html

    1h 9m

  8. MAR 4

    EP150: Who cares about what they upload? | Did Flava Village open digital payments? | The AI wars have begun

    It’s interesting how this article highlights that while the internet never forgets, our local laws are still catching up to the consequences of a single viral mistake. It really sounds like a wake-up call for creators to think twice before uploading, unless they want their digital footprint to become a permanent legal headache. Article: https://trinidadexpress.com/business/local/think-before-you-upload/article_d0fc24b5-2be9-4db0-ad0f-39f9e33635c5.html Trinidad and Tobago's street food scene is getting a digital makeover as vendors embrace point-of-sale terminals to meet the growing demand for cashless payments. While it's a major step toward financial inclusion for small businesses, it also means your favorite doubles vendor might soon be more interested in your card's chip than your spare change. Articles: https://www.guardian.co.tt/business/flava-vendors-welcome-pointofsales-terminals-initiative-6.2.2523861.181d848abb https://npictt.co.tt/npictt-and-national-carnival-commission-enable-digital-payments-for-carnival-vendors-with-network-support-from-tstt/ OpenAI has essentially swapped places with Anthropic by signing a Department of War deal that includes debated "red lines" on surveillance and autonomous weapons, a move that's sparked a massive "QuitGPT" user revolt. It’s the ultimate tech drama where Sam Altman claims he’s just being more "technical" with his safeguards, while the internet is busy hitting the cancel button on their subscriptions. Articles : https://openai.com/index/our-agreement-with-the-department-of-war/ https://www.instagram.com/reel/DVWHrJ6jNdc/?igsh=em84aDlqaXZrMHdl

    1h 13m
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Two Trinis talking about tech. Hosted by Andre Charles @makeITsimpleTT and co-hosted by Akeem Deare @redbit_tech Tune in each week as we take you on a journey through the world of technology, from the heart of Trinidad and Tobago to the rest of the globe. Our podcast is your one-stop-shop for all things tech, providing insightful and thought-provoking discussions on both local and international topics. Join us as we explore the latest trends in the tech industry, from groundbreaking innovations to emerging technologies, and discover how they’re impacting our daily lives.

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  • Creator
    makeITsimpleTT
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    159
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