Tech View: Local data centers essential to our future
As Hawaii builds its digital economy, the importance of local data centers has become increasingly important. Read more
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Tech View: Hawaii benefits from latest Google Connect initiative
Tech giant Google has announced a $1 billion investment in expanding digital connectivity across the Pacific that includes the Hawaiian Islands. Read more
Tech View: Easing limits on beekeepers will help build food security
Beekeeping in Hawaii dates to 1857, when the first hives were introduced from California. In 2024, honeybees and their keepers face tremendous pressures. Read more
Tech View: Local teachers embrace AI, encourage exploration
Artificial intelligence permeates every business sector and is seeping into every corner of everyday life. Its inevitable arrival in schools, however, is among the most controversial changes. Read more
Tech View: Is geothermal key to our fossil-free energy future?
The shift toward renewable energy in Hawaii captures headlines on a nearly daily basis. The goal of the state’s Hawai‘i Clean Energy Initiative is to achieve 100% clean energy by 2045. Read more
Tech View: Options for international travel with your mobile phone
With international travel picking up in the post-pandemic world, many folks are wondering what to do to keep their smartphones connected. There’s good news. Read more
Tech View: Small businesses have become prime targets of cyberattacks
The global impact of cyberattacks is undeniable, and while businesses of all sizes struggle to find some level of relief, small businesses with limited budgets remain the primary targets of opportunistic attackers. Read more
Tech View: AI is exciting, scary — and can’t be contained
There is always something shiny and new to drive global trends, industry hype cycles and viral memes, so it would be easy to dismiss the current obsession with artificial intelligence as merely the “next big thing.” Read more
Tech View: Homegrown — fighting food insecurity with agroforestry
Food security (and insecurity, for that matter) have become buzzwords — with good reason. Read more
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Tech View: Attention to vital details key to domain name security
Folks who own their own domain name, whether it be for their business or a vanity domain such as their last name, have recently been hit by a resurgence of domain name hijacking. Read more
Tech View: Small businesses can leverage connectivity to draw patrons
Valentine’s Day isn’t just for couples anymore. It’s for friends, families — and businesses. Just like other holidays, Valentine’s Day is a prime opportunity for small businesses to connect with their customers, show appreciation and boost sales. Read more
Tech View: Hawaii quietly gives up on cryptocurrency rules
The Aloha State has suddenly relented in its years-long effort to regulate cryptocurrencies. Read more
Tech View: ChatGPT is a double-edged sword everyone needs to understand
In the tech world there’s nothing hotter than ChatGPT. This artificial intelligence application is used by people, businesses and organizations globally. Read more
Tech View: This year and every year, plan thoughtful IT budget
Effective budgeting is crucial for the success of any organization. The constantly changing state of technology and new threats, combined with the subjective nature of estimating risks, makes IT budgeting a unique challenge that all businesses face. Read more
Tech View: New year, old scams to be aware of on social media
Just before the holidays, a friend (who shall remain anonymous) was scrolling on Facebook, and a post from “Meta Business Support” warned that his FB business page had violated company policy and would be removed if he didn’t act expediently. Read more
Tech View: Festive fraud proliferates during the holiday season
The holiday season is a time of joy, warmth and giving. Read more
Tech View: Gadgets and gifts to carry you through the new year
For my annual holiday column, I’ve curated a consumer tech gear guide based on products I use. Read more
Tech View: Today’s organizations call for third-generation IT
My kids constantly argue about which generation they’re in: millennials or Generation Z. The cutoffs are fuzzy, and it usually comes down to their vibe. Read more
Tech View: Biden vs. Trump contest as viewed by geriatrician
It seems like a day doesn’t pass when there isn’t a news item regarding President Joe Biden’s age (80). Read more
Tech View: Don’t fall prey to the racket of licensing
With everything going to the cloud in recent years, we’ve seen the elimination of actually purchasing software in favor of buying an online subscription. Read more
Tech View: Safeguard your secrets from spooky scammers
Securing your data is not just about protecting information; it’s also about ensuring your peace of mind and preserving your organization’s well-being. Read more
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