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Beekeeping, With Associations’ Help, Takes New York City By Swarm

Associations Now

Among the many things buzzing through New York City—yellow cabs, fast walkers, cyclists—are lots of bees and multiple beekeeping associations. “Tending beehives on top of New York City and other urban areas is nothing new. This led to a legal tussle. Sometimes, building buzz gets complicated.

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Should New York City Cap The Number of Uber Drivers?

Associations Now

After New York City’s mayor and city council dropped legislation that would have put a cap on the number of Uber cars allowed in the city, a number of associations responded with mixed reviews. The cap was an attempt to reduce traffic congestion, according to The New York Times.

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New York City Taxi Drivers Launch Association in Response to Uber

Associations Now

Ramiro Cavazos, SAHCC’s president and CEO, released a statement on August 12 urging the mayor and city council to let the ride-sharing companies operate again in San Antonio. As ride-sharing services continue to flourish, New York City taxi drivers have formed their own association to ensure they don’t get run over.

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[Sidecar Sync Podcast Episode 15]: Neuralink and Elon Musk, Generative AI and Privacy Risks, and NYC Local Law 144

Sidecar

In Episode 15 of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory , delve into Neuralink's brain chip implantation, generative AI's privacy risks, and New York City's Local Law 144 on AI in hiring.

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We Always Have Permission

Elevating Engagement

I’ve seen them do this in rural Vermont and busy New York City, and people notice, maybe especially in New York City. They smile big smiles and wave people through, often making small talk the whole while. Everyone ushered through “their doors” walk on with a big smile.

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New York Law May Signal Challenges Coming for Airbnb

Associations Now

An agreement with New York City this month removes some liability concerns for Airbnb in its largest market. But New York’s law making short-term rentals illegal could be the opening salvo for opponents elsewhere who say such rentals reduce affordable housing in major cities. market: the Big Apple.

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Mixed Support for New York City’s New Sodium Warning

Associations Now

When New York City became the first place in the country to require chain restaurants to post a warning next to high-sodium items, a number of associations came out both for and against the new rule. On December 1, New York City became the first city in the U.S.