Bytemarks Café: Recent Episodes
Hawaii Public Radio
Bytemarks Cafe is a half-hour radio magazine that showcases the innovation and creativity in Hawaii's tech community. Hosted by Burt Lum, the program's purpose is to raise awareness of the tech economy and to engage the listener in the discussion. Bytemarks Cafe will leverage the Internet and social media technologies to extend the conversation well beyond the 30-minute time slot with the intent of building and nurturing this vibrant and vital community in Hawaii.
Today we'll hear about a new development on the web called Meta Layer. We'll learn from the architects of the Meta Layer how this technology benefits us as participants and when it will be impemented.
Today we'll hear about innovations in music. We'll learn first hand about crafting the message behind hip-hop from Illnomadic.
Today we'll catch up with local company Hohonu, to learn how they are helping climate and environmental mitigation. We'll hear how Hohonu is leveraging predictive AI and observational tools to tackle flooding and the changing climate.
Today we'll hear from former Department of Education CIO Brook Conner, about life in academia. We'll find out what inspired him to seek his PhD and what field of study is most intriguing.
Today we'll hear from former Honolulu City CIO Gordon Bruce about his new book. We'll find out what inspired him to write Dragons at the Gate, a true story about cyber security and the Nation-Sate threat.
Today we'll learn about year 2 of the dual use initiative called Hawaii Wave. We'll find out how this new dual-use incubation program is designed to help Hawaii companies pivot into the U.S. Federal Market.
Today we'll learn about the Data Center Innovation Initiative. We'll hear from Elemental Impact on how the program works and how sustainable data center design can create clean data centers.
Today we'll find out what is in store for Mana Up as they gear up for their 11th cohort. We'll also hear from a couple of their portfolio companies and find out about their product identity and their aspiration for the program.
We'll learn how Stoa tackles civic transparency at the Honolulu county level. We'll talk to the founder about the challenges in creating the app and what plans exist to expand throughout Hawaii.
We'll hear about workforce development from Maui nonprofit Imua Onipaa. We'll find out how they've leveraged technology to enable residents on Maui to position for jobs across Hawaii and on the Continent.
Today we'll learn about the annual Kamehameha School Education Technology Conference. We'll find out what technologies are top of mind for educators and how they are embracing the new world of AI.
Today we'll learn about a statewide program that connects teens with Kupuna. We'll talk with Tech Savvy Teens and find out how they teach kupuna to get the most out of digital technologies.
Today we'll find out about the key issues surrounding digital safety. We'll talk with Amy Zhao, Policy and Partnerships Strategist at Imua Alliance about the protection of youth from online harassment.
Today we'll find out what the Hawaii Energy Conference is about this year. We'll talk with the organizers and learn how 2026 presents new energy challenges in achieving Hawaii's energy self-reliance.
Today we'll find out about a new program called Seasick. We'll talk with the program creator and learn how Seasick helps to identify the locations of waterborne illnesses and infections.
Today on Bytemarks Cafe, we’ll find out about the latest projects at the TRUE Initiative.We’ll talk with the Executive Director about how technologies like AI are impacting Hawaiiʻs workforce and how to prepare for these advancements.
Today we'll learn about a week long series on AI Safety. We'll talk with members of the AI Safety Awareness Project who are coming to Hawaii to conduct the workshop in April.
Today we'll find out what is planned for the upcoming East Meets West Conference. We'll talk with the organizers of the conference to learn what it truly means to have east meets west, culturally and philosophically.
Today we'll talk about data centers, not the ones on land but underwater. We'll talk to a local company called Deep/C that proposes these data centers can improve ship communications and knowledge retrieval.
Today we'll talk about the Pacific Island Ocean Observing System. We'll find out what technology they use to gather data and how Pacific Island communities can support them.
Today we'll hear about a novel approach to converting salt water to fresh. We'll talk to a company called Marine AgriFutures and learn how they use sea asparagus to create fresh water to grow crops like ogo and rice.
Today we’ll hear about a recent book chronicling Hawaii’s underground music scene.The book is called Local Unrest and it harkens back to the late seventies, at a time, dare I say, was pre-digital.
Today we'll talk about an AI summit happening on the Big Island. It's called the Hawaii Island AI summit and it features Hands-on workshops and Practical Skills you can put to use.
Today we'll hear about recent developments in data centers. We'll find out what Servpac is doing with the increased traffic and compute demands of AI.
Today we'll learn about the Pacific Alliance for Collaboration and Technology Conference. We'll find out how this conference brings together tech companies and finds synergies with potential defense opportunities.
Today we'll catch up with Guy Kawasaki and learn about his new book Signal. We'll hear why this messaging app is critical in keeping your communications private.
Today we'll catch up with the Hawaii Venture Capital Association and learn about their annual Entrepreneurs Awards. We'll hear from some rising entrepreneurs and learn more about their startup success stories and achievements in 2025.
Today we'll learn about a new documentary on the 100th Battalion, who fought during World War 2. We'll find out how this film project got started and why it is an important story to tell.
We'll find out what key tech initiatives to keep an eye out for. We'll hear how the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation sees 2026 unfolding and what is the best hope for diversifying our economy.
Today we'll learn about news deserts. We'll hear how technology has changed the landscape for news choices and what can be done to improve access to trusted sources.
Today we'll learn about a quick and easy way to request service from the C&C of Honolulu. We'll hear about the new and improved HNL 311 system that allows you to report issues in your community.
Today we'll get an insider's view of Hawaii's signature telecommunication conference. We'll hear from Brian Moon, chief executive of the Pacific Telecom Conference 2026 and learn what new technologies are driving connectivity.
It's that time once again to convene our annual roundtable to review some of the best tech available this holiday season. From productivity tools to being a road warrior, we'll ask our gadget geeks to help fill out your gift list.
Today we'll talk about artificial intelligence and ways of implementing guardrails. We'll find out what forms of governance are effective and how AI safety can be ensured.
Today we'll talk about Community Funding Hubs for Resilience and Aina Stewardship. We'll find out how this program promotes Native Hawaiian stewardship and cultural practices in areas that have lacked historic climate adaptation investments.
Today we'll talk to the team from Shifted Energy. We'll find out what it's like to be on a path to acquisition and how this startup took innovation and scaled it globally.
Today we'll learn from University of Hawaii astronomers what the comet 3i/Atlas really is. We'll find out where this interstellar traveler came from, what it is composed of and what it is doing in our solar system.
Today we'll catch up with the folks at Purple Maia and learn about the new and improved Purple Prize. We'll find out about the new program called Hulihia Labs where the program cultivates modern tech for people and aina.
We'll find out what's on the 2025 Mana Up Showcase. We'll also hear from a couple of companies that just completed the cohort 10 program and learn what's next for their businesses.
Today we'll find out about the 2025 Hawaii Annual Code Challenge, in its tenth and final year! We'll learn how this statewide hackathon brings together civic technologists along with government and nonprofits to solve pressing problems.
Today we'll find out about the new programs at Elemental Impact. We'll also hear about their new funding program to help startups in energy, industry, food and agriculture, nature, water, and transportation.
Today we'll talk about resilience and how it applies to the digital economy. We'll find out what it takes to be digitally resilient and to be prepared for emergencies, outages and the uncertainty of our times.
Today we'll learn about the progress made for the Hawaiian Islands Fiber Link. We'll find out what contracts have been signed and what the timeline looks like for the new interisland fiber network.
Today we'll learn about the bi-annual event called the Broadband Hoike. We'll find out what the City and County has planned for this year's Broadband Hoike and get an update on Internet deployment across the state.
Today we'll learn about the Hawaii AI and Cloud Innovation Summit. We'll find out how this Google Public Sector conference will help government implement practical AI strategies.
Today we'll learn about a dual-use initiative called Hawaii Wave. We'll find out how this new dual-use incubation program is designed to help Hawaii companies pivot into the U.S. Federal Market.
Today we'll find out about a key initiative that was born out of WSIS called the Internet Governance Forum. We'll find out how the IGF helped to shape the Internet as we know it and what's in store for the next 20 years.
Today we'll learn about an international conference called the World Summit on the Information Society. We'll find out what the future holds for this UN initiative after 20 years of multistakeholder convenings.
Today we'll learn about the 2025 Week of Tech events. We'll find out how the 2nd annual Honolulu Tech Week brings together startups, entrepreneurs, investors, educators and more to spend a week sharing projects.
Today we'll learn how web3 technologies can help reduce carbon. We'll talk to a local Hawaii company that has created a tokenized Carbon Credit using blockchain, for use in the ag sector.
Today we'll find out what's in the rebranding of Elemental Excellerator to Elemental Impact. We'll also hear about the largest ever $100 million fund from the EPA's Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund.
Today we'll find out how a subject like computer science can take root in K-12 education. We'll learn how technology and policy can help to shape future generations through advocacy and perseverance.
Today we'll find out what the Mana Up Showcase is all about. We'll also hear from a couple of companies that just completed the cohort 9 program and learn what's next for their businesses.
Today we'll catch up with Frank Orrall from Poi Dog Pondering. We'll learn how technology has influenced his music, the time spent on the Continent and the journey chronicled in his book from Hawaii to CBGB.
Today we'll find out about a bi-annual technology conference called Pacific Tech 2024. We'll learn how innovative tech companies have and opportunity to connect with potential customers, learn about America's Seed Fund program, and chart a path to commercialization.
Today we'll find out what exactly UX and UI developers really do. We'll learn about the upcoming UXHI Conference and hear how the user interface and experience can make or break an application.
Today we'll find out about the Lanai Watershed Conversation Program. We'll learn how this island wide project worked with the U.S. Geological Survey to use machine learning technologies to map the islands native and non-native species.
Today we'll find out about the 2024 Hawaii Annual Code Challenge, in it's ninth year! We'll learn how this statewide hackathon brings together civic technologists along with government and nonprofits to solve pressing problems.
Today we'll catch up with PauBox, who found a niche in the HIPAA compliant world. We'll also find out about the PauBox Kahikina Scholarship that supports Native Hawaiians with their college pursuits.
Today we'll find out about what might be the first Blockchain Summit in Hawaii. We'll learn how this Summit aims to bring together Web3 founders, investors, and builders to discuss the opportunity for crypto in Hawaii.
Today we'll learn about a novel approach to feature tech events. We'll find out how Honolulu Tech Week brings together business leaders, startups, entrepreneurs, investors, educators and more to spend a week sharing projects.
Today we'll learn about a machine learning initiative at UH called Descartes. We'll find out how Descartes brings together engineering, computer science, social science, business and medicine to harness the power of data science.
Today, we’ll catch up with Blue Startups as they mentor the next cohort of companies. We’ll get to know some of the companies in cohort 16 and find out how they plan to scale their businesses to be investment ready.
Today we'll find out what it takes to break into the eSports business. We'll talk to Sky Kauweloa about the course curriculum that takes you from eSports fundamentals to working in the industry
Today we'll catch up with the True Initiative and learn about the Hawaii AI and Cloud Innovation Summit. We'll gain a deeper understanding of how AI and cloud technologies are shaping business, career, and society.
Today we'll demystify AI terminology like GPTs, microservices and Kubernetes containers. We'll hear from Second Wave Technologies based in Manoa to find out how they help businesses leverage AI.
Today we'll find out what is in store for Mana Up as they gear up for their 9th cohort. We'll also hear from a couple of their portfolio companies and find out about the pitch competition and their aspiration for the program.
Today we'll talk about art, technology and culture at FestPAC. We'll talk to Solomon Enos and get a local artist's perspective on FestPAC and how it informs the work he does.
Today we'll talk about Internet Access and the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) Challenge Process. We'll talk to the City and County of Honolulu to find out how they are helping community members ensure broadband delivery.
Today on Bytemarks Cafe, we'll hear from PISCES, the Pacific International Space Center for Exploration Systems.We'll find out about the new projects underway from the Helelani Rover to Ground penetrating Radar and Makerspaces.
Today on Bytemarks Cafe, we'll find out what is happening in the evolving world of community television. We'll talk to Olelo Community Media about media literacy, content creation, and the role community television plays in elevating voices.
Today we'll delve into a new study about Hawaii's digital economy. We'll find out what this study says about the impact of digital technologies and what Hawaii might do to expand its digital footprint.
Today on Bytemarks Cafe, we'll learn about new developments with ChatGPT4o. We’ll find out what this new version does and explore some of the exciting use cases with the Hawaii Center for A.I.
Today we'll find out what's on the agenda for the 11th Annual Hawaii Energy Conference. We'll explore some of the cutting edge solutions to improving resilience in the face of a rapidly changing climate.
Today we'll catch up with Kamaka Diaz, social media influencer and host of the Keep It Aloha podcast. We'll learn some tips from a new generation of content creators as the demand for attention grows exponentially.
Today we'll catch up with a new nonprofit which came together to mentor new user experience designers. We'll talk with the team at Pi'iku to find out how they plan to grow this pool of talent essential to the tech sector.
Today we'll find out how the online shopping site called Hawaiiverse has evolved coming out of the pandemic. We'll talk with the founder of the local ecommerce site to find out what techniques drive traffic to the site.
On tonight's show we'll be talking to Steve Sue about the Shaka Film and the bill to establish the Shaka as the official state gesture.
We talk with Ian Kitajima, President of PICHTR about education, ag tech and innovative system approaches in Korea.
Today we'll find out how the field of cybersecurity has grown to be of international concern. We'll talk to local nonprofit CyberHawaii to learn what they are doing to prepare our residents and businesses to be cyber safe.
Today we'll learn about opportunities in agrifood and aquaculture. We'll talk about an agribusiness accelerator that can help take your ag-based startup to the next level.
We'll learn about a brand new resource called the Hawaii Center for A.I. We'll talk to the Executive Director to find out what services they offer and how they can contribute to the development of Responsible A. I.
Today we'll learn about the annual Hawaii STEM Conference, going on it's 15th year. We'll talk about how this statewide conference brings resources and contacts to further Science, Technology, Engineering and Math in education.
Today we'll catch up with the middle school VEX IQ Robotics program. We'll find out about one team's journey to win the local championship and the right to compete in the World VEX competition in Dallas, Texas.
Today we'll catch up with local nonprofit, Purple Maia. We'll learn about a new round of funding they've assembled to support and advance indigenous knowledge.
Today on Bytemarks Cafe, we'll learn about a project called Cyber Safe Seniors. We’ll find out how a group of students develop a video series to teach kupuna about the basics of safe computing.
Today we'll learn about a recent award by the US Treasury to help build a new interisland fiber network. We'll find out what this means for Hawaii's Internet service and how this positions Hawaii for the future.
Today we'll catch up with Blue Startups as they near their 10th anniversary. We'll find out about their latest cohort of companies, East Meets West, and what they have planned for 2024.
Today we'll find out about a new project from the Pacific International Center for High Tech Research. The project is called J-StarX and we'll learn how 5 Japanese entrepreneurs are taking on the challenge to break into the US market.
Today we'll catch up with education non-profit HawaiiKidsCAN. We'll find out about their latest projects including Hawaii Tutoring and digital equity in education.
Today on Bytemarks Cafe, we’ll talk to the president of the Pacific Telecommunications Council. We’ll find out about their latest projects including the annual Pacific Telecommunications Conference and new technologies connecting us to the global internet.
Today we'll catch up with a couple of local companies to learn how they are helping climate and environmental mitigation. We'll hear from Maui Nui Venison and Hohonu and learn how they address climate resilience.
Next time on Bytemarks Cafe, it's that time once again to convene our annual roundtable to review some of the best tech available this holiday season. From 3D printers to the latest smart phones, we'll share our picks and ask our gadget geeks to help fill out your gift list.
Today we'll not only kick off the End of Year Membership Drive but we'll also talk about the latest happening with Elemental Excelerator. We'll find out about cohort 12 and Elemental's investments in climate change companies.
Next time on Bytemarks Cafe, we'll talk to Thrive Hi about their recent federal grant award. We’ll find out how the Build to Scale grant will bring focus and organization to Hawaii technology and startup ecosystem.
Today we'll find out about a new hackathon called Build4Good. We'll find out how innovation in machine learning and A.I. can contribute to better social impact.
Today we'll find out what is in store for Mana Up as they gear up for their Annual Showcase. We'll also hear from a couple of their portfolio companies and find out about the pitch competition and Bloomingdale's marketplace.
Today we'll find out what Governor Green has in store for the Hawaii Annual Code Challenge. We'll find out how the program transitions from one administration to the next, and what we can expect in the 8th Annual State Hackathon.
Today on Bytemarks Cafe, we'll talk about the telescope on Maui collectively known as the Advanced Maui Optical and Space Surveillance Technologies.We'll also learn how AMOS and Space Force have created new economic opportunities on Maui as a result of this technology.
Today we'll find out what went into the development of the state's digital equity plan. We'll also hear about how the pubic can weigh in and provide feedback to make the plan even better.
Tonight we discuss the University of Hawaii's Patents2Products program with guests Dr. Tyler Ray and Dr. Rebecca Chung.
Today we'll find out how low earth orbit satellites play a key communications role on Maui. We'll hear how teams on the ground on Maui quickly mobilized Starlink ground stations to connect to the Internet.
Today we'll find out how you can improve the internet by going to speedtest.net. We'll hear from the team at Ookla how the speed test has become such an important, widely used application.
We'll find out what it takes to scale your innovation. We'll hear from a couple of local companies who seized an opportunity to grow their business to $100M valuations.
Tonight we'll look at updates on Internet Service on Maui with Brad Kaleo Bennet of Auamo Collaborative.
Today we'll find out how indigenous science can inform new perspectives on problem solving. We'll also learn how Sea Grant is accelerating this process with an Indigenous Science Competition.
Today, we'll continue our conversation on artificial intelligence and ChatGPT. We'll find out if ChatGPT will in fact disrupt humanity to the point of extinction or is just another tool for everyday use?
Today we'll learn about the Euclid Space Telescope and its mission to map the universe. We'll hear how land based telescopes in Hawaii are helping the project by mapping data to convert black and white 2D images from Euclid into full color.
Today we'll find out how digital technology is used for equity and inclusion. We'll hear from content accessibility advocates to find out how assistive technology can enhance the user experience.
Today we'll catch up with the TRUE initiative and Transform Hawaii Government. We'll also hear about their partnership to organize the second annual cloud innovation summit.
Today we'll explore the intersection of art, technology and libraries. We'll hear from Soloman Enos, resident artist at the State Art Museum and Stacey Adrich, Hawaii's State Librarian about their collaboration.
Today we'll catch up with the Pacific Asian Center for Entrepreneurship and RISE. We'll hear how RISE or Residence for Innovative Student Entrepreneurs is ready to launch and how this community can spark new startups.
Today we'll catch up with the Honolulu Department of Emergency Management to unpack NOAA's Hurricane Prediction. We'll also hear from the City's Office of Climate Change to better understand the shift from La Nina to El Nino.
Today we'll catch up with the latest from Mana Up and learn about their cohort 8. We'll also hear from a couple of their portfolio companies and learn how they scale their local brand to the rest of the world.
Today we'll talk to David Lopez, Executive Officer for the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency, about Hurricane Preparedness.
Today we'll get an inside look at the future of farming jobs. We'll talk to the organizers of an agtech project that puts smart agriculture systems into the hands of students.
Today we'll learn about a NOAA Sea Grant project to remove marine debris. We'll talk about the $5.7 million investment and the specific projects it will fund over the next 3 years.
Today we'll hear about the EDGE Technology Showcase. We'll find out about the work Oceanit is doing to decarbonize hydrogen and their partnership with Hawaii Gas.
Today on Bytemarks Cafe, we’ll get an update from HATCH, the aquaculture accelerator on Hawaii Island. We’ll talk about the launch of their aquaculture incubator and find out what companies are best suited for this program.
Today on Bytemarks Cafe, we learn about a partnership between PICHTR, NEC, the Dept of Transportation and Waipahu High School to learn about artificial Intelligence. We’ll talk about what data the AI system gathers and how students are learning to glean insights from that data.
Today on Bytemarks Cafe, we’ll find out from Elemental Excelerator about the impact of Silicon Valley Bank on Hawaii startups. We’ll also talk about their new $43M investment fund and how this is being used to build new clean tech companies.
Today we'll hear from the team at Oceanit about an innovation called Blast Ninja. We'll find out how the Oceanit aerospace team found a way to leverage jet fighter noise reduction to create a quiet abrasive blast nozzle.
Today we'll hear from a few graduates that have recently gone through the XLR8HI preX program. We'll find out what they've learned during the 4 week intensive and how this prepares them for running their business, finding investors, or even preparing for an accelerator.
Today we'll learn about a couple of up and coming networking events for starups and entrepreneurs. We'll find out how Startup Oahu and Thrive HI are infusing new energy into Hawaii'ls growing tech scene.
Today on Bytemarks Cafe we’ll hear from the Hawaii Venture Capital Association about their annual entrepreneur awards. We also feature two award winning companies, Blue Ocean Barns for Deal of the Year and Noho Home for Island Innovator.
Sandra Fujiyama, the Executive Director of P.A.C.E. (Pacific Asian Center for Entrepreneurship), will discuss the future of P.A.C.E. projects, Entrepreneurship Live, and the Calvin Shindo Student Venture Fund
Today on Bytemarks Cafe, we’ll turn the clocks forward and predict whatʻs in store for 2023. We’ll get a perspective from Len Higashi, the Executive Director of the Hawaii Technology Development Corp, to see what projects are top of the list.
Today we’ll learn about the history of the shaka sign. We’ll find out how this iconic expression has become part of our local culture and how a team plans to document the shaka story.
Today we’ll find out about the first flight of Iolani Schoolʻs electric motor glider called e-Hawk. We’ll learn how this student project to build a flight worthy aircraft came to fruition at the North Shore Dillingham Airfield.
Today we'll get an inside view of the recent Climate Action Week. We'll find out what initiatives will get implemented to address and solve the climate and energy crisis that confronts us.
Today we'll look at a virtual reality category called escape room games. We'll find out what features captivate players in this VR environment and how this is another portal in to the metaverse.
Today on Bytemarks Cafe, we’ll turn the clocks forward and predict whatʻs in store for 2023. We’ll get a perspective from the Executive Director of the Hawaii Technology Development Corp to see what projects are top of the list
Today we’ll get a unique perspective on a look back at 2022. We'll get a retrospective from our chief information officer and find out what improvements were made to the State's IT infrastructure.
Today we'll catch up with the team that took 1st place in the 7th Hawaii Annual Code Challenge. We'll find out how this team of high schoolers took on the challenge of a legislative tracker and won the hearts of the judges.
Today we'll catch up with the brand new Federal Program Officer for Broadband in Hawaii. We'll find out about the key federal legislation that will build out last mile infrastructure and deliver digital equity programs in rural communities.
It's that time once again to convene our annual roundtable to review some of the best tech available this holiday season. From iPhones to the latest VR goggles, we'll share our picks and ask our gadget geeks to help fill out your gift list.
Today we'll catch up with the Executive Director of Hawaii Green Growth and find out what is planned for 2023. With the Annual Partnership Event completed, what are the next tactical steps to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals?
Today we'll catch up with the Hawaii Sea Grant College. We'll find out how their recent exhibit ResilencSEA explores the intersection of science, education and art.
We’ll talk to Solstice Power, one of Elemental Excelerator’s portfolio companies. We’ll find out how their customer management software gained the attention of global Japanese conglomerate Mitsui & Co.
This week on Bytemarks Cafe, weʻll catch up with Movers and Shakas to find out what took place with cohort 2.
Today we'll talk about Hawaii Green Growth and their commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. We'll find out what was discussed at the recent Annual Partnership Event and the next steps to save our planet.
Today on Bytemarks Cafe, we’ll learn about the most connected human on earth. We’ll find out how Chris Dancy is blazing the trail for digital health and wearable technology which has earned him the title Mindful Cyborg.
Today on Bytemarks Cafe, we’ll catch up with a couple of the latest Mana Up companies and learn how they scale their local brand to the rest of the world. We’ll also hear about the return to an in-person showcase where you can meet the companies face to face.
Today we'll hear from a couple of graduates that have gone through the XLR8HI preX program. We'll find out what they've learned during the 4 week intensive, and how this prepares them for running their business, finding investors, and even preparing for an accelerator.
Today we'll talk about how the pandemic reinforced how data is necessary to make sound decisions. We'll find out from Chaminade University how the application of data analytics is used to solve critical sustainability issues and promote sustainable development across the Pacific region.
Today we'll talk to a few of Hawaii's notable education innovators. We'll get them to unpack Ted Dintersmith's vision for What Could School Be and explore what it takes to bring that to reality.
Today we'll recap one of Governor Ige's signature recurring events called the Hawaii Annual Code Challenge. We'll find out how the program evolved, what was accomplished, and what we can expect in the final 7th annual state hackathon.
Today we'll learn about the recent bill signed into law by President Biden called the Inflation Reduction Act. We'll find out from a clean energy perspective how the Inflation Reduction Act will help everyday citizens like us save money.
Today we'll find out about a bi-annual technology conference called Pacific Tech 2022. We'll learn how innovative tech companies have an opportunity to connect with potential customers, learn about America's Seed Fund program and chart a path to commercialization.
Today we'll learn how some companies are adopting a hybrid remote work environment. We'll find out about best practices to optimize the work team regardless of whether they are in the office or working from home.
We'll catch up with Movers and Shakas, which just piloted the Hawaii Talent Onboarding Program or HITOP. We'll hear how the program evolved, get an inside view from a few participants and see where Movers and Shakas is going with HITOP cohort 2.
Today we'll find out about an electric motor glider competition called e-Hawk. We'll learn how this competition is an innovative first step toward advancing sustainable air travel while exposing students to engineering, aviation, and project management disciplines.
Today on Bytemarks Cafe, we’ll hear from a couple of graduates that have gone through the XLR8HI preX program. We’ll find out what they learn during the 4 week intensive and how this prepares them for running their business, finding investors, or even preparing for an accelerator.
Today on Bytemarks Cafe, as we emerge from the pandemic weʻll find out what Blue Startups has in mind for the next cohort of companies.We’ll catch up with a couple of the companies in Cohort 14, learn what businesses they are starting and how they’re adjusting to the new hybrid model.
Today, we'll find out about a brand new eSports lab on the Leeward Side at the Waipahu Public Library. We'll talk about the genesis of the lab, who gets to use the facility and the vision for esports in Hawaii.
Today on Bytemarks Cafe, we'll find out about a 5-year $20M NSF grant for the University of Hawaii to study climate resilience. We'll talk about how data science plays a key role in determining how climate change impacts resource availability, ecological sustainability, and economic vitality.
Today we'll find out about a couple of Cloud programs that position Hawaii to be Cloud ready. We'll talk about the adoption of Cloud technologies and what it takes to prepare the workforce to find jobs in this growing field.
Today we'll catch up with Chaz Umamoto and Josh Stephens of the band The Brewz. We'll talk about their recent release called Good Catch and find out what technology enabled them to coordinate the recording of the album, virtually.
Today we'll learn about a unique class at the University of Hawaii, called Hacking for Defense. Housed in the College of Engineering, we'll talk to the course designers and find out how students get to solve problems that ensure our national security.
Next time on Bytemarks Cafe, we'll find out what the state of media is in a conference called "Connecting in a Zero Trust World." We'll talk to the organizers at the East West Center about their upcoming media conference that tackles this challenge of social media, algorithms and polarizing opinions.
Today we'll find out what is happening with federal broadband funding and what is currently being considered. We'll learn from transpacific fiber optic systems company Ocean Networks what critical infrastructure is being built and how it helps create a more resilient Hawaii.
Today we'll catch up with the founder of an education and learning app called Unrulr. We'll find out how Unrulr takes the learning process and makes it more collaborative, interactive and accessible 24/7.
Today we'll catch up with the organizers of the first tropical Ag tech conference on Hawaii Island. We'll find out what technology innovations can help small farmers improve agricultural production with the ever changing climate patterns.
Today we'll catch up with HATCH, the aquaculture accelerator on Hawaii Island. We'll talk about their recent pitch contest and find out which companies participated and who rose to the surface.
Today we'll hear about the UH Venture Competition put on by the Pacific Asian Center for Entrepreneurship. We'll talk to GOALL, the team that took first place in the competition and find out how they plan to take their startup to the next level.
We'll learn about a digital skills gap analysis sponsored by the National Governors Association. Hawaii was one of just a handful of States that received this grant to help determine what is needed to build a stronger, resilient workforce.
With the growing importance of cyber security, we'll find out how one program gets middle school students involved. The program is called Gen Cyber and we'll find out how students can jumpstart their cybersecurity pathway with this 5 day boot camp.
Today, we'll catch up with the Design Thinking organizers and find out how the program has evolved. In its 11th year, we'll find out how organizations like the Department of Education have used it and what innovations were implemented as a result of the process.
Today we'll learn how crypto enthusiasts set up their operations to mine crypto currencies like Bitcoin. We'll find out what the typical energy budget is to run a mining operation and if this is compatible with lowering our carbon footprint.
Today we'll catch up with the Summer Startup Bootcamp, an immersive experience for students called Nalukai Academy. We'll talk to organizers about how the program has evolved in 2022 and how they see inspiring the next generation of tech entrepreneurs.
Today we'll catch up with the Summer Startup Bootcamp, an immersive experience for students called Nalukai Academy. We'll talk to organizers about how the program has evolved in 2022 and how they see inspiring the next generation of tech entrepreneurs.
We'll hear from Chaminade University and the Hogan Entrepreneurial Program. We'll find out what the program entails and how Chaminade is preparing the next generation of Hawaii's entrepreneurs.
Today we'll find out what the buzz is all about the Metaverse. Facebook changed their name to Meta, announcing the metaverse as the next evolution of social connection. So what does that mean?
Today we'll catch up with the new Executive Director of the Pacific Asian Center for Entrepreneurship. We'll find out about the current projects underway and the new Residences for Innovative Student Entrepreneurs or RISE.
Today we'll find out about a novel way to address the production of jet fuel. We'll hear about a process that creates jet fuel from the carbon dioxide in the air, thus creating a net zero contribution to atmospheric CO2.
Today we'll find out about a new technology that replaces the traditional cremation process. We'll hear about a bill moving through the legislature which enables water cremation that is not only carbon friendly but honors traditional Hawaiian burial rights.
Today we'll catch up with Movers and Shakas, which just completed their second cohort. We'll hear how the program evolved, get an inside view from one of the participants and see where Movers and Shakas are going in 2022.
Today we'll catch up with the Hawaii Venture Capital Association and talk to some of the winners of the Entrepreneur Awards. We'll hear from these rising entrepreneurs and learn more about their startup successes throughout 2021.
We'll catch up with the new executive director of the TRUE initiative or Technology Readiness, User Evaluation. We'll find out how TRUE is also working with Climb HI to help develop the next generation information technology workforce.
Today, we'll catch up with a local tech company that has pivoted and innovated through this pandemic. We'll find out about the trials and tribulations of scaling into an international company and still maintaining its roots in Hawaii.
Today, we'll meet a local user experience designer who recently got awarded a contract to support space and satellite controllers. We'll find out about the Small Business Innovation Research program that enables local companies to participate in events like Space Pitch Day.
Today we'll meet some of the Mana Up makers and learn how they market their local brand to the rest of the world. We'll also learn about Mana Ups statewide virtual tour and the call for applications for cohort 7.
We'll look at the evolving workplace and the growing demand for IT skills. We'll learn about an IT workforce development survey and find out what businesses see as high growth areas.
Today we'll get an inside view of what the global connectivity picture looks like from the Pacific Telecommunication Council's perspective. We'll hear from the PTC organizers, how the Internet has taken center stage across the Pacific and what it might mean for Hawaii.
Today we'll turn our sights onto 2022 to see what might be on the horizon. We'll explore how the nature of work has changed and what we might expect from the evolving pandemic and our challenged economy.
Today we'll get a 2022 retrospective from public access media through the lens of what stories the community wanted to share through their videos productions.
Today we'll catch up with our friends at the Hub Coworking and find out about the Social Impact Incubator Program. We'll learn how companies who go through the program get the tools and best practices to transform education and sustainability in Hawaii.
Today on Bytemarks Cafe, it's that time once again to convene our annual roundtable to review some of the best tech available this holiday season. From iPhones to a cold brew coffee maker, we'll share our picks and ask our gadget geeks to help fill out your gift list.
We'll hear from a couple of companies that have gone through the XLR8HI preX program. We'll find out what they learn going through the 4 week intensive and how this prepares them for running their business, finding investors, or even preparing for an accelerator.
Today we'll hear from the Maui Economic Development Board, and find out how they stimulate the economy in Hawaii. We'll get to learn about a range of projects from STEMworks, the aerospace industry, and the Small Business Administration's community navigator program.
Today on Bytemarks Cafe, we'll learn about a novel collaboration to promote urban street artists and the art they create. In a partnership between World Wide Walls and Makers Place, we'll find out how artists can convert and sell their artwork as NFTs.
Today we'll catch up with the Panoramic Survey Telescope and Rapid Response System or PAN Starrs on Haleakala. With support from NASA, we'll find out how PAN Starrs is tracking and mapping asteroids to keep the Earth safe from potential collisions.
Next time on Bytemarks Cafe, we'll catch up with local company Hohonu to learn how they are helping NOAA with flood mitigation. In partnership with NOAA, Hohonu is working with 54 Southeast US communities to deliver water level data to aid in flood risk and resilience planning.