Senator the Honourable Dominic Smith, Minister of Public Administration and Artificial Intelligence, has called for a new era of collaboration among government, industry, academia and civil society to unlock the full potential of artificial intelligence and digital transformation for the benefit of all citizens.

Speaking at the AMCHAM T&T Tech Hub Islands Summit earlier today, Minister Smith said Trinidad andTobago has reached a pivotal moment in its digital transformation journey, where success will be measured by the impact technology has on people’s lives. “The question is no longer whether we should embrace technology, but whether we are using technology to create meaningful change. Technology has value only when it delivers meaningful outcomes for people,” he said.

The Minister highlighted VerifyTT as a cornerstone of Trinidad and Tobago’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), enabling trusted digital identities and laying the foundation for more seamless, secure and integrated public services. He said this work forms part of a broader agenda to modernise government and improve the citizen experience.