# Barbados Music Tech and STEM Updates | Barbados News

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Podcast: [Barbados News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/barbados-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7856365)
Published: 2026-07-17T16:22:02+00:00
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## Resource

Barbados is buzzing with big music news as Junior Monarch finalists draw their running order, setting the stage for a fierce Crop Over showdown. Mikey’s double crown proves he’s a force in soca and calypso, while a standout band uses their platform to champion disability awareness — a powerful message during the island’s biggest cultural celebration. On the tech side, the Central Bank upgrades BiMPay for smoother digital payments, and the STEM summer camp has officially launched, giving young minds a head start on the future. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0e6c78eb8912f3cc

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