Ashley St. Clair says Grok undressed and sexualized her in AI‑generated images, including one tied to a photo of her at 14. xAI has moved to federal court and countersued in Texas.

NYC debates intensify over Wegmans and Fairway's use of facial recognition, raising privacy concerns and outpacing regulations, despite businesses informing customers as required by a 2021 law.

ElevenLabs expands in NYC, backed by Governor Hochul, investing $33M and creating 230 jobs, focusing on AI audio innovation with state support of $4.4M in tax credits.

Governor Hochul signed the RAISE Act in New York to regulate AI development with safety and transparency, establishing oversight and imposing penalties for non-compliance.

NY Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation to regulate AI in media, requiring disclosure of AI-generated images and consent for using deceased individuals' likenesses.

New York Attorney General Letitia James and 41 attorneys general demand tech companies address AI chatbot dangers, citing cases involving minors and AI interactions linked to severe incidents.

Governor Kathy Hochul of New York announces a $40 million funding plan to boost worker training for the state's growing advanced nuclear energy sector, as part of NYPA's commitment to produce one gigawatt of nuclear power.

New York celebrates the completion of NanoFab Reflection, a key part of a $1 billion investment in semiconductor innovation, expected to create jobs and attract private investment.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams directs city agencies to adopt language tech, enhancing accessibility for non-English speakers, with the NYPD and public schools developing custom apps. The initiative aligns with broader tech strategies for city inclusivity.

A small asteroid with a non-zero percent chance of hitting the Moon in 2032 has scientists from the Bay Area to Houston and New York scrambling to refine its orbit. As teams weigh everything from reconnaissance missions to nuclear disruption, the question is whether the odds will shrink before time runs out.

The opening of Queen One's new headquarters in Brooklyn was celebrated, set to create 600 jobs and invest in local tech innovation, with state support via tax credits.

The NYC DEP launched an app, "NYC Noise," allowing residents to measure and report noise pollution in the city, aiding enforcement of sound regulations.

Bronx high school students create a bodega-themed escape room, showcasing community culture and their robotics skills.