Technology
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Talking urban tech and IT contracts with Robinson Hernandez
First Read Tech talks to Robinson Hernandez, executive director of the Urban Tech Hub @ Company.
Technology
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Cuomo says gig workers must be “appropriately” classified
During the State of the State Gov. Cuomo vowed to protect the rights of gig workers
Technology
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Cuomo’s State of the State tech proposals, so far
Ahead of his State of the State address, Cuomo has unveiled a slew of proposals with technology impacts
New York City
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Is New York cyber-battle ready?
An escalation with Iran has left the country on alert for cyberattacks – and New York is no exception.
Technology
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Ride-hail cruising cap could be revived by City Council
New York City Council considering legislation to discourage drivers from cruising without passengers.
New York State
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Why Cuomo shot down a bill to study municipal broadband
Gov. Andrew Cuomo said the bill was “well-intentioned” but that it would be too expensive to complete.
NYPD
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NYPD stands firm against reporting requirements in POST Act
The POST Act has yet to win over the New York Police Department.
Technology
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Talking workforce development with Civic Hall’s Andrew Rasiej
A conversation with founder and CEO of Civic Hall.
Technology
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Ring security scare hits home in New York
A Staten Island home experienced a troubling issue with Amazon’s Ring security cameras.
New York City
Policy
What to know about Amazon’s new office in Manhattan
Amazon plans to expand in New York. Here’s how to cut through all the hot takes.
Technology
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Big Tech is thriving in Manhattan – but what about the other boroughs?
Tech giants like Amazon are expanding office space in Manhattan, leaving the other boroughs behind.
Technology
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How Tish James is taking on Big Tech
The New York attorney general is taking on Google and Facebook.
Technology
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Amazon’s Ring partners with police in Nassau County police and elsewhere
Video doorbell technology to be used by police officers to catch package thieves.
Technology
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Could robots ease New York City congestion?
Why delivery droids aren’t ready to replace trucks – yet.
Technology
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Carlucci follows in California’s footsteps with “data dividend” idea
New bill would tax companies that use New Yorker's personal data.
Technology
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City Councilman Koo introduces algorithm transparency bill
Transparency bill would require city agencies to disclose details of every automated system used.
New York State
Policy
Why hasn’t Cuomo approved the e-bikes bill?
The governor is making e-bike and scooter legalization advocates anxious.
Technology
Policy
NYPD ransomware event is the latest such attack on government agencies
Strong cybersecurity in New York City helped ward off NYPD attack.
Technology
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