New York Governor Unveils New AI Agenda
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced plans to launch a new office to oversee the implementation and enforcement of New York’s artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technology laws as part of a series of recent proposals. The moves signal that New York will remain one of the leaders among states regulating AI and technology platforms at the same time the fedoeral government seeks to preempt and restrict state regulation of AI. Quick Hits New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a new AI agenda, including the establishment of an Office of Digital Innovation, Governance, Integrity and Trust (DIGIT) to oversee digital safety and technology governance. The governor also announced plans to advance legislation aimed at regulating AI-generated content and enhancing consumer privacy, including proposals to mandate labeling of provenance data and require data broker registration. This initiative builds on a series of recent AI and technology policies in New York, positioning the state...