• Update on NYC’s Internet Master Plan, City Council Edition

    Update on NYC’s Internet Master Plan, City Council Edition

    “Just as past generations built systems for clean water and electricity, this Internet Master Plan makes connectivity a public good—fast, fair, and universal,” said Noel Hidalgo, Executive Director of BetaNYC. “It’s the foundation for an equitable, connected future.” Yesterday, the New York City Council passed an updated Internet Master Plan law. If signed by the…

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  • Thank You NYC Council Members for Powering Digital Literacy in FY2026!

    Thank You NYC Council Members for Powering Digital Literacy in FY2026!

    Thanks to the support of foundations, elected officials, and community members like you, we’ve developed a vibrant public interest technology ecosystem.

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  • Thank you Council Members for Supporting Digital Literacy!

    Thank you Council Members for Supporting Digital Literacy!

    As we enter fiscal year 2025, we are honored to receive financial support to continue our programs.

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  • Call for Proposals: Open Data Week 2025

    Call for Proposals: Open Data Week 2025

    We are thrilled to announce the call for proposals for Open Data Week 2025! Scheduled to take place from March 22 to 30 online and at venues across New York City, next year’s festival promises to be an exciting showcase of cutting-edge technologies, innovative ideas, and community-driven projects powered by NYC Open Data.  BetaNYC and…

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  • 30+ Groups Support Bill to Improve Open Meetings Law

    30+ Groups Support Bill to Improve Open Meetings Law

    Our groups support this bill to encourage public participation in open meetings and make attendance easier for officials. COVID-19 showed remote meetings benefit many, including the disabled and parents. The bill mandates hybrid meetings, reduces quorum requirements for community boards, and ensures transparency in public notices. We urge its passage.

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  • BetaNYC and Right to Counsel Coalition Launch New Website Visualizing Statewide Support for Legislation

    BetaNYC and Right to Counsel Coalition Launch New Website Visualizing Statewide Support for Legislation

    BetaNYC and Right to Counsel are excited to announce the launch of a new website that visualizes the support for these three pieces of legislation from both grassroots and elected leadership: Statewide Support for Housing Courts Must Change! Campaign: hcmustchange.beta.nyc. The website allows viewers to: Visualize the districts of state legislators, including the counties and…

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