Public survey opens to shape national AI policy

The National Coalition for Caymanians (NCFC) has opened a public survey as part of its final engagement phase to shape the Cayman Islands’ digital transformation strategy, with a focus on artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. The survey, running until May 17, aims to collect input from stakeholders and the public to identify strengths, gaps, and priorities for the Digital Transformation Strategy Task Force’s final recommendations. The task force, chaired by Cristina Spratt and including members like Jeff Goddard and Kaitlyn Elphinstone, was established to guide the islands’ digital future and align efforts across government, industry, and academia. Its work centers on three pillars: fostering innovation and economic growth through digital assets, building secure foundations for the digital economy, and promoting responsible AI adoption. The survey results will directly inform the task force’s recommendations on digital adoption, innovation, and long-term economic growth. Officials emphasize that participation is essential to ensure the strategy reflects the realities and ambitions of Caymanians. All responses are anonymous and aggregated to protect individual input. Digital transformation is reshaping service delivery, business competition, and daily technology use in the Cayman Islands. The task force’s goal is to maintain the jurisdiction’s global competitiveness while modernizing public services. The NCFC highlights that digital transformation thrives on shared insight and collaboration, making public input critical for shaping the country’s future direction. Residents are urged to take part in the online survey to help define priorities for sustainable growth, innovation, and resilience in the digital age. The task force’s recommendations will guide policy development to ensure the Cayman Islands remains at the forefront of digital advancement.