Tech:NYC Digest: November 23

Tech:NYC Digest: November 23

November 23, 2022 • Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes

Wednesday, November 23, 2022

The Tech:NYC team is getting a slight head start on holiday festivities, so we’re sending just a few updates — plus some turkey time tips — to get you through the rest of the week. We’ll be back in your inbox on Monday. 🦃 Happy Thanksgiving! 

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  • Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a law placing a moratorium on “proof-of-work” cryptocurrency mining companies seeking new permits to operate in the state. The law is a first-in-the-nation measure striking at the state’s attempt to balance its economic development and climate goals. (Wall Street Journal)

  • The City Council approved what is considered the largest private affordable housing project ever to be built in Queens. The project, a massive $2 billion development known as Innovation Queens, will span five city blocks and add more than 3,000 homes, including 1,400 affordable units, in Astoria. (New York Times)

  • There are more composting options than ever across NYC this year, so city officials are urging New Yorkers to compost their Thanksgiving leftovers instead of tossing them in the trash. (Gothamist)

In last-minute Thanksgiving tips:

  • About three million spectators are expected to watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in person (and some are already out there watching the balloons get inflated this evening). Here’s your complete guide on the parade route, new balloons and acts to expect, and more.

  • That is, if you stay in town. With so many New Yorkers traveling, now might be the right time to finally get a table at that restaurant you’ve been meaning to get to.

  • If you follow up Turkey Day with Black Friday, one, we admire your bravery. Two, here are some ideas for where to grab a bite to eat in between grabbing deals.

  • Relatedly: here’s the New York Times’ 2022 Well Gift Guide.

  • And most importantly, here are 6 tips to avoid getting your family sick during the holidays. (Washington Post)

Wishing you a warm, festive, and safe holiday!

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