New York Governor Kathy Hochul thinks AI should be ‘less evil’
Today, I’m talking with New York Governor Kathy Hochul, and I’ll just warn you — this episode moves really fast. It’s an election year, after all, with a shocking amount of tech policy at stake, and Governor Hochul has taken strong positions on almost every major tech issue there is. For example, Meta just reached […]
New York Governor Kathy Hochul discussed her approach to technology policy in a recent interview. She acknowledged the significant amount of tech policy at stake during this election year, and her office is highly structured with a senior leadership team and 45 agencies overseeing various aspects of the state. Hochul emphasized her decision-making process, stating that she relies on the input of her advisors and makes decisions based on facts presented to her.
Hochul addressed her administration's stance on Meta's settlement with states, including New York, which restricts how teens use platforms like Instagram. She supported these restrictions, but noted that widespread age verification would require adults to show ID to use the internet, essentially eliminating anonymity online. Hochul also discussed New York's law prohibiting 3D printers from creating gun parts, which is currently being challenged by activists.
She criticized an individual named Cody Wilson's efforts to alter 3D-printable gun files, calling it "Hochulization." Hochul also touched on surveillance and the impact of data centers in an election year.
In terms of governance, Hochul explained that she inherited her administration's org chart but quickly recognized the need for improvement. She emphasized the importance of surrounding herself with smart, talented individuals and fostering a culture of continuous learning by incorporating experts from various fields.
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