As the home to world-class universities conducting cutting-edge research, industries rapidly adapting as technology evolves, and a thriving startup scene attracting record investment, New York is quickly becoming a global hub for artificial intelligence. Building on these strengths, the state is investing heavily to remain at the forefront of AI innovation through Gov. Kathy Hochul’s Empire AI consortium — a nation-leading public–private partnership with the mission of advancing development for the public good.

But Gov. Hochul now faces a decision with major implications for New York’s standing in the AI revolution. The RAISE Act, a well-intentioned but misguided bill passed in Albany earlier this year, risks driving developers and investors to less restrictive states. As written, it coul

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