New York City Mayor Eric Adams recently met with a group of tech executives to encourage them to continue investing in the city. However, his relationship with the tech community has soured as they feel that Adams has not fulfilled his promises to support the industry. Some top tech officials, including executives from Airbnb and Uber, have expressed frustration with the lack of concrete results from meetings with Adams and his administration. This comes as Adams’ unfavorable ratings among New Yorkers are increasing. Adams’ team defended his track record on tech, highlighting initiatives such as appointing the city’s first chief technology officer and implementing the MyCity platform. Two New York tech leaders, Andrew Rasiej and George Fontas, also stood up for Adams, emphasizing his focus on technology and the city’s success. Some issues with Adams may have stemmed from promises made during the transition period after his election, including the consideration of Julie Samuels for the role of deputy mayor for technology. However, the position never materialized, and Adams appointed Matt Fraser as the chief technology officer instead. Some industry leaders believe that Adams may not have fulfilled his promises to advocate for the tech industry as he has a busy agenda. Some tech companies, including Uber, DoorDash, Grubhub, and Airbnb, have taken legal action against the city in recent months. Despite engaging in private discussions with the Adams administration, little progress has been made in resolving their differences.
NY tech community encounters obstacles in their connection with Eric Adams
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