Technology
Policy
Here’s how NY plans to regulate kids’ use of social media
The state attorney general’s office released draft rules around age verification and prohibitions on showing algorithmic feeds to minors without parental permission.
News & Politics
2025 is the year New York political campaigns embrace AI
From uncanny music videos to policies researched by ChatGPT, the AI revolution has come for the political campaign industry, for better or worse.
Opinion
Opinion: What the political establishment can learn from Mamdani’s use of digital platforms
The mayoral candidate’s playbook, which relied on Tik Tok and Instagram for running an effective campaign today, deserves notice.
Campaigns & Elections
Tech companies are spending big on 2025 NYC races
The tech sector hasn’t always been successful in getting what it wants out of New York’s regulatory landscape, but Airbnb, DoorDash and Uber sure seem to have the resources to keep trying.
Policy
Turo car-share app pushes bill to reduce insurance requirements
State Sen. James Skoufis and Assembly Member David Weprin are sponsoring a bill that would treat car-share apps the same as rental car companies.
Technology
‘Little tech’ lobby starts campaign against AI regulation bills
The American Innovators Network is warning about unintended consequences of the RAISE Act and other legislation regulating AI companies.
Opinion
Opinion: The window of opportunity for action on AI is closing
We can’t let Congress prevent state and local governments from protecting as many Americans as possible from risky AI development.
News & Politics
NY lawmakers ask House GOP not to block AI regulations
New York has regulated AI companies when Congress has failed to do so – but House Republicans hope to put a stop to that.
Opinion
Opinion: The time for smart, responsible AI regulation is now
The RAISE Act ensures groundbreaking AI developers have a safety plan.
Opinion
Opinion: Actually, more mayoral campaigns should use AI
Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s campaign was mocked for using ChatGPT, but we should want our leaders to make use of new technologies.
Special Reports
Lawmakers strive to protect New York’s universal broadband rollout
The state is pushing forward with its goals under the threat of Trump administration cuts.
MTA
Quiet transportation upgrades are moving New Yorkers forward
How innovations in New York City are proving their value behind the scenes.
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Special Reports
Does anyone want to be New York City’s tech mayor?
In 2021, Eric Adams ran on government modernization, but few candidates running to replace him are talking about picking up that work.
Special Reports
Does Albany need its own management report?
State government is looking to borrow from New York City’s playbook.
Special Reports
Tracking innovative tech progress for New York’s rail and air travelers
A Q&A with Robert Galvin, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s chief technology officer.
Special Reports
Advocating for universal broadband in Washington
A Q&A with Rep. Yvette Clarke, a leader on the Congressional Caucus on Smart Cities.
Special Reports
Pioneering a unified system for innovative tech pilots in New York City
A Q&A with Director of Smart Cities and IoT Paul Rothman, who oversees the Smart City Testbed Program.
Special Reports
Using tech and AI to drive economic growth
A Q&A with New York City Economic Development Corp. President and CEO Andrew Kimball.
Special Reports
Working to connect New Yorkers and improve local governance
A Q&A with Assembly Member Steven Otis on his time leading the Committee on Science and Technology.
Technology
Artificial intelligence: A strategy to pay nonprofits on time and relieve staffing pressures
Here’s how to leverage this technology innovation to provide solutions at a time when it’s needed most.
