The companies that thrive here must also contribute to the civic health and vibrancy of the city, and Tech:NYC has always partnered with our members to work toward that goal. That’s why today, we are proud to announce the launch of The Grid Fellowship, Tech:NYC’s inaugural civic fellowship.

In this series, we spotlight the latest NYC-headquartered startups to raise Series A rounds — those crucial early wins that help founders grow their teams, build out their products, and get serious about scale.

The message from our conversation with Congressman Joe Morelle and NYC AI founders on the future of artificial intelligence in New York was clear: regulation is coming, and startups need a seat at the table.

Decoded Futures recently teamed up with industry giants to run the Nonprofit AI Jam, bringing together 1,000 nonprofit leaders from across the country for a hands-on sprint to build real AI tools tailored to our sector.

Tech:NYC’s policy priorities for the 2025 mayoral election.

“Urban life doesn’t start in a meeting or a restaurant. It starts at your front door, and that is where the work begins,” writes Tech:NYC Urbanism Fellow Isaac Oates.

The Tech:NYC Foundation just wrapped its third Decoded Futures cohort, where 19 nonprofits tackled real operational challenges using AI solutions. Here’s a recap of what happened with eight of those orgs when they were provided with the time, tools, and support to start exploring AI.

Tech:NYC President & CEO Julie Samuels released this statement after the conclusion of the 2025 New York Legislative session.

There's something that has become obvious: NYC is now a tech powerhouse. That’s the message behind Obviously New York, a bold new initiative from Tech:NYC, designed by Red Antler and supported by the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC).

A new citywide survey confirms what many in the industry have long understood: New Yorkers are bullish on technology driving the future of our city and deeply understand the need to build new infrastructure and programs to meet that need.

Tech:NYC President & CEO Julie Samuels released this statement following passage of the New York State budget.

Team Tech:NYC, along with 24 of our member companies, took the early trains north to Albany this week to meet with New York Assemblymembers, State Senators, and other legislators and policymakers.

A new report by Tech:NYC and the Center for an Urban Future takes stock of where NYC’s tech sector stands and what it will take to keep our momentum going.

The Tech:NYC Foundation — with support from the Robin Hood Learning + Technology Fund, Google.org, Salesforce, and the Altman Foundation — announced the third cohort of Decoded Futures, a groundbreaking initiative equipping nonprofits with the knowledge, tools, and networks to adopt AI to scale their impact. 

“New York City has more than 10,000 miles of curb. Managing it well is a challenge — but it’s also a big opportunity to make our city work better for everyone,” writes Tech:NYC Urbanism Fellow Isaac Oates.

“Walkable, sustainable streets and sidewalks aren't a nice-to-have — they're essential,” writes Tech:NYC Urbanism Fellow Isaac Oates.

Halfway through the second cohort of Decoded Futures at the Tech:NYC Foundation, let’s check in on how nonprofit leaders are incorporating AI into their operations and workflows, and what we can learn from them. 

We caught up with Tech Week founder Katia Ameri to discuss the conference’s origins, get an inside scoop on what makes for a “great” Tech Week event, and learn how attendees can make the most of the maelstrom.

Tech:NYC released the following statement in support of Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposal to restrict smartphone use in schools and to ensure distraction-free learning.

Decoded Futures at the Tech:NYC Foundation launched its second cohort aimed at empowering nonprofits in the education and workforce development sector with AI tools.