Amenities-packed skyscraper offers luxurious living in the Big Apple

With so many skyscrapers in New York City – some locals might even say too many – how can a new residential tower possibly stand out? Extell Development Company aims to do so with One Manhattan Square by packing it with 100,000 sq ft (roughly 9,300 sq … Continue reading Amenities-packed skyscraper offers luxurious living in the Big Apple

From high-rise to low-rise? NYC judge orders tower cut down to size

200 Amsterdam, by Elkus Manfredi Architects, is a residential skyscraper that reaches a maximum height of 668 ft (203.6 m) on Manhattan’s Upper West Side. However, this may not be the case for much longer, as a State Supreme Court judge has declared th… Continue reading From high-rise to low-rise? NYC judge orders tower cut down to size

NY Bills Would Ban Municipalities From Meeting Ransomware Demands

Two state senators from New York State introduced bills that would ban municipalities from meeting ransomware attackers’ demands. On January 14, 2020, NYS Senator Phil Boyle of the 4th Senate District proposed Senate Bill S7246. Senator Boyle alo… Continue reading NY Bills Would Ban Municipalities From Meeting Ransomware Demands

Proxyclick raises $15M Series B for its visitor management platform

If you’ve ever entered a company’s office as a visitor or contractor, you probably know the routine: check in with a receptionist, figure out who invited you, print out a badge and get on your merry way. Brussels, Belgium- and New York-based Proxyclick aims to streamline this process, while also helping businesses keep their people […] Continue reading Proxyclick raises $15M Series B for its visitor management platform

Cisco acquires ultra-low latency networking specialist Exablaze

Cisco today announced that it has acquired Exablaze, an Australia-based company that designs and builds advanced networking gear based on field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs). The company focuses on solutions for businesses that need ultra-low latency networking, with a special emphasis on high-frequency trading. Cisco plans to integrate Exablaze’s technology into its own product portfolio. […] Continue reading Cisco acquires ultra-low latency networking specialist Exablaze

Sculpted facade ensures office tower doesn't block out the sun

40 Tenth Avenue is defined by its remarkable chiseled glazed facade, which is designed to ensure ...

As many cities grow with increasing numbers of skyscrapers and high-rises, those closer to the ground can be left in the shade. A striking new building by Studio Gang addresses this with a sculpted facade that doesn’t block out the sun for visitors to an adjacent park.

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