NY Gov. Hochul Secures $275 Million for AI Computing Center

The New York legislature agreed to spend $275 million over 10 years to develop an AI computing center at the University of Buffalo, Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) announced as part of the fiscal 2025 budget, as expected (see 2401080047). Private partners pledged an additional $125 million. “Whoever is at the forefront of artificial intelligence will dominate the next chapter of human history – and I’m committed to seizing that opportunity here in New York,” said Hochul.