New York City
Policy
Privacy group raises OMNY security concerns
The tap-and-go payment system may pose a threat to undocumented immigrants.
New York State
Policy
Michael Blake’s Airbnb bill a potential conflict of interest
The Assemblyman worked as a political consultant for a firm that was paid by Airbnb.
New York City
Policy
L train testing ultrawideband signal technology
On Friday the MTA will begin testing out the new signal equipment.
New York City
Policy
Public transportation is the future for ride-hail giants
Lyft and Uber are expanding their apps to include public transit information and directions.
New York City
Personality
Will New York City win the race to 5G?
It won’t be for a lack of trying, says Cordell Schachter, the city Department of Transportation’s chief technologist.
New York City
Politics
Evaluating Jumaane Williams’ proposal to reform mental health crisis response
Experts advocate minimizing police involvement in responding to mental health crises.
New York City
Policy
The technology that’s remaking construction
Developers in New York City are angling to legalize drone use.
New York State
Policy
Cuomo kicks off Workforce Development Initiative with SUNY investment
Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced the state would invest $3 million in SUNY's Apprenticeship Program.
New York City
Policy
MTA solicits signal technology proposals
The MTA is collaborating with the Transit Innovation Partnership on a bidding conference to solicit technology innovations.
New York State
Policy
Airbnb sets course for public offering
Some observers are saying that the road to an IPO will be a bumpy one.
New York State
Policy
State audit highlights lax oversight of IBM contract
The focus on IBM follows concerns about the company’s ties to ITS officials.
New York City
Personality
Keeping the power supply safe from terrorists
NYPA’s Kenneth Carnes on fortifying the utility’s cybersecurity.
Technology
Policy
Cuomo announces ban of flavored e-cigarettes
The new rules could go into effect as early as next month.
Donald Trump
Policy
Could New York opt out of Opportunity Zones?
The community development tax break is benefiting the wealthy, but New York doesn't have to hand out its own money.
Technology
Policy
Will New York follow California on gig worker protections?
California is poised to turn its gig workers into full employees, and New York may soon follow.
Technology
Policy
City Council looks for answers on ride-hailing regulations
As the New York City Council sought answers on ride-hailing rules, acting TLC head Bill Heinzen was on the spot.
New York State
Policy
Facebook is James’ latest tech target
She is leading the investigation into Facebook and participating in the Google probe.
New York State
Policy
Is de Blasio’s “robot tax” a good idea?
Andrew Yang isn’t the only New Yorker bringing automation to the presidential campaign trail.
New York State
Policy