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Consumer protection bills target fraud, predatory gambling, and online privacy
Strengthening protections against predatory gambling practices, deceptive mail solicitations, cryptocurrency-related transactions, and ensuring residents’ online privacy are among the measures passed this session by the House Committee on Consumer Protection & Commerce.
Hawai‘i attorney general leads multistate effort to protect kids from online harm
In a letter signed by 40 attorneys general, it urges lawmakers to support legislation that preserves states’ authority to enforce and strengthen online protection for minors.
Livestream of Kīlauea eruption shows 2 men walking through volcano’s restricted area
On the one-year anniversary of Kīlauea’s rare episodic eruption, viewers watching the live feed at the summit were shocked to see two men walk in front of the camera that is in a restricted area.
State of Hawaiʻi announces legal action against TikTok for allegedly harming children and misleading the public
The state of Hawaiʻi on Wednesday announced a lawsuit against Bytedance Inc., the parent company of TikTok, alleging that the social media giant knowingly designed an addictive platform that harms users, particularly children, while misleading the public about the risks.
Hawaiʻi House rules updated for ‘greater efficiency, more inclusivity’
The Hawaiʻi House of Representatives has updated its House Rules for the 33rd Legislature.
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Anne Lopez joins multi-state coalition urging Surgeon General warning on social media platforms
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Anne Lopez and 41 other attorneys general today jointly called on congressional lawmakers to pass legislation requiring a US Surgeon General warning on all algorithm-driven social media platforms. The letter comes amid growing scrutiny of social media companies for their role in generational harm to young people’s mental health.
Video: Kona man rescues pup out of deep fissure in Big Island forest
Misty, a 10-month-old Catahoula dog, was trapped in the fissure for eight hours before her rescue.
Rare high-altitude ‘rainbow clouds’ make appearance over Big Island
East Hawai‘i was treated to a colorful show Tuesday evening as the sun set and into dusk with the appearance of rare wispy-like noctilucent clouds. The iridescent clouds thrilled and captivated those who saw them, in person and in photos on social media, hovering through the upper atmosphere.
Bipartisan support grows for Schatz-Cotton bill to protect kids on social media
A bipartisan group of US Senators announced their support for the Protecting Kids on Social Media Act, a bill that aims to establish a minimum age of 13 for social media app usage, require parental consent for 13 to 17-year-olds, and prevent social media companies from using personalized algorithms for users under 18.
Schatz joins bipartisan effort to protect children on social media
US Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i), joined two colleagues in introducing new legislation that seeks to protect children from the impacts of social media.
Jenerate PR to Lead Publicity, Brand Communication for Lahaina Gateway
Jenerate PR has been named agency of record by Lahaina Gateway shopping center.
Maui Police Issue Public Advisory Following Social Media Post
Maui police issued a public advisory after a social media site posted a warning about a woman who claimed to be pulled over by someone posing as police officer
Social Media Bill Introduced by Maui’s Ing Advances
The state House passed a bill on Tuesday that would prohibit employers from requiring disclosure of passwords and user names for social media accounts of applicants and employees.
Maui Springboard Hosts Business Development Webinars
Starting in June, MauiSpringboard.com, a Maui-based online business community, will begin a series of free business development web conferences.
New Maui Business Social Network Launched
A new on-island business social network called Maui Springboard recently launched and is looking for new members.
Get Marketing, Planning Tips at July Business Center Workshops
Every month, local business experts bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to free workshops held at the Maui County Business Resource Center. Topics vary by month but usually focus on starting, financing, and growing a small business.
High Tech Maui Sponsors Intensive Social Media Boot Camp
To ensure everyone has the prerequisite knowledge to participate in the advanced workshops to be announced in the next few weeks, Peter Liu is kicking off the new High Tech Maui workshop series with an intensive Social Media Boot Camp on Saturday, June 25.
Movie Producer Ryan Kavanaugh to Keynote Annual Counties’ Conference in Wailea
Every year government officials, business, nonprofit and community leaders and members of the public gather for the Hawaii State Association of Counties Annual Conference (HSAC). This year the event will be held June 22-23 at the Grand Wailea Resort
