Basseterre, St. Kitts (SKNIS): The Honourable Konris Maynard, Minister of Information Communication Technology, announced that the government is expediting its digital transformation agenda to support the goal of establishing a Sustainable Island State.
Minister Maynard made this statement during the Internet Exchange Point (IXP) and Digital Services Network update held at the ICT Centre on September 26. He highlighted that the St. Kitts and Nevis Internet Exchange (SKNIX), launched in September 2023, is playing a crucial role in enhancing the government’s wide-area network, facilitating its transition to a robust Digital Services Network.
The SKNIX serves as a central meeting point for internet service providers (ISPs), content delivery networks (CDNs), and other network operators, positioning the Federation as a regional hub for data traffic and digital innovation.
According to Minister Maynard, “This initiative will attract foreign investment, create jobs, and foster a more vibrant digital ecosystem.”