The Economic Development Department, in partnership with the Department of Workforce Development, celebrated the graduation of the fourth and fifth cohorts of the 2025 EDD Fintech Education Programme.

This year’s class also included students from The Berkeley Institute’s Fintech Signature, marking another milestone in Bermuda’s effort to build a skilled digital finance workforce, the EDD said in a statement.

It said the achievement underscores the Government’s continued commitment to equipping Bermudians with the skills to excel in the island's growing digital finance sector.

The EDD’s core Fintech Education Programme consists of online courses and professional development modules, together with networking opportunities and learning sessions.

Malika Cartwright, director of the Department of Workforce Development, said it goes beyond technical knowledge, providing critical professional development skills that are highly valued in the modern workplace.

“Our graduates,” she said, “have completed modules in diverse areas, ensuring they are well-rounded, effective and resilient professionals who can thrive in a technology-driven environment”.

Educator Dee-Ah Iris, business studies instructor at The Berkeley Institute, said students were preparing for a competitive global landscape.

She said: “The real hands-on experience our students have gained through internships with companies like Paradise Mobile and Chubb will position them to compete on the global stage. I look forward to seeing even more companies step forward to provide training opportunities for our young Bermudians.”

David Burt, the Premier, said Bermuda’s digital finance future is brighter thanks to its commitment to fintech education.

He commended the graduates, stating: “Your success embodies the vision we set in 2017 to make Bermuda a world-leading jurisdiction in this sector. We are already seeing the ripple effect. Past graduates are now educators and innovators, opening doors for the next generation. This government is proud to support you in becoming the leaders who will shape our future economy.”

Kim Wilson, the acting Minister of Economy and Labour, said the journey was a powerful testament to personal commitment and to the value of continuous learning.

She said: “The mission of the Ministry of Economy and Labour is to ensure Bermudians are equipped to not only participate in our economy but to lead within it. This programme is a perfect example of that mission in action.”

The participation of community partners such as Chubb and Paradise Mobile, Ms Wilson said, was important: “This synergy between government and the private sector is a blueprint for how we will build a more resilient and inclusive economy for all Bermudians.”