Bytemarks Café

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 learn how AI tools get incorporated into an application. We'll talk to the developer of CivicNexus and learn how this application can help you better understand the policy landscape.

Topic: Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument hackathon

Today we'll find out about the latest with Technology Readiness User Evaluation or the TRUE Initiative. We'll hear from the new Executive Director and learn what efforts are underway in 2025.

Today we'll find out what's happening in Hawaii's crypto currency scene. We'll learn what initiatives and policies are in place, to take full advantage of Web3 technology advancements.

Today we'll find out what is happening to promote geothermal on Hawaii Island. We'll learn about what initiatives are shaping the conversation about alternative energy and the future of Puna GeoThermal Ventures.

Today we'll find out what is in store for Mana Up as they gear up for their 10th cohort. We'll also hear from a couple of their portfolio companies and find out about the value proposition and their aspiration for the program.

Today we'll catch up with the J-Starx companies and see what progress they've made. We'll find out how the Pacific International Center for High Tech Research matched these Japanese companies with US partners to advance cutting edge projects.

Today we'll learn about a tech support network called Hawaii Women In Tech. We'll find out how the organizers seek to close the gender divide and empower more women to succeed in Hawaii's tech ecosystem.

Today we'll learn about an Aina based hackathon called Build4Aina. We'll talk with the organizers to find out what prototypes were built and if there are plans to implement the applications.

Today we'll find out what the Hawaiʻi Energy Conference is about this year. We'll talk with the organizers and learn how 2025 has presented new energy challenges in achieving Hawaiʻi's energy self-reliance.

Today we'll find out what's the latest on the Thirty Meter Telescope. We'll talk with representatives of the TMT to learn what progress has been made and how public sentiment has evolved.

Today we'll delve into the technology investor world. We'll talk with Builders VC to find out what stage of investment they focus on and what companies are on their radar.

Today we'll learn how technology influences art. We'll talk with the team at Shangri La Museum to find out how technology is revolutionizing the way we create, experience, and share art.

Today we'll catch up with the Pacific International Space Center for Exploration Sciences, also called PISCES, and find out the latest news and their STEM program called PISCES STARS.

Today we will talk to Makalii Metrics and learn about empowering Aina with data. We'll find out how data-driven solutions and indigenous knowledge can help farmers in Hawaii.

Today we'll talk to recipients of the ARCS Foundation Scholarship grants that help to advance science in Hawaii. We'll find out how these grants support their field of study and efforts to succeed in their PhD program.

We'll find out what's happening at Kuleana Work on Kauai. We'll talk with the coworking founder, learn about the tech scene in Lihue and what services they offer the community.