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New York has taken a bold step by becoming the first state to outlaw AI-powered rent price fixing, setting a precedent after several city-level bans. At the same time, Google is pushing harder against Microsoft by introducing new tools in Workspace that let businesses stay connected during outages and even make it easier to switch ecosystems entirely.

AI is changing housing rules and helping businesses stay online more easily.

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• 🏠 New York’s Bold Move – The state bans AI-powered rent price fixing, setting a national precedent.

• 💼 Google vs Microsoft – New Workspace tools aim to keep businesses online and even ease the switch from 365.

• ⚡ In AI Today – Quick Hits

AI is changing housing rules by stopping rent price algorithms and helping businesses stay online with easier digital tools.

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🎯 New York Blocks AI Rent Hike Tools

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New York has become the first state in the US to block landlords from using AI tools to set rents. Governor Kathy Hochul signed the new law after reports showed that these algorithms pushed housing costs higher. Renters could finally see some relief and a fairer housing market.

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• The law directly focuses on software such as RealPage’s YieldStar. These systems pull in competitor data and recommend rent hikes. Investigations found that renters across the US overpaid about $3.8B in 2024 because of this kind of algorithmic price setting. Critics call it hidden collusion between landlords.

• The bill is known as A4991 and S7882. It changes New York’s antitrust code and makes the use of pricing software that relies on private competitor data illegal. If multiple landlords use the same tool and end up coordinating prices, it will now count as collusion even if it is unintentional. The law starts in 60 days and violations can lead to penalties under consumer protection rules.

• New York is the first state to act but several cities already passed similar bans. San Francisco, Seattle, Philadelphia, and Jersey City are some examples. The Justice Department has also sued major landlords for using these AI systems. Lawmakers in other states are now being pushed to introduce similar bills.

💡What This Means for You

AI is now being challenged in one of life’s most personal spaces, housing. New York’s move shows that algorithms shaping daily costs can be stopped. This is about more than rent. It raises the question of where else AI quietly decides prices in your life.

🔥 Gmail and Drive Ready for Next Outage

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Microsoft 365 outages keep breaking work for millions. Google now has a fix. It is offering 2 new tools that keep your emails and files synced so you can flip to Gmail and Drive when Outlook or Teams fail. And if your company has had enough, Google offers a full exit plan.

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• Google Workspace introduced 2 services for businesses using Microsoft. The first keeps Outlook emails, calendars, and files synced with Gmail and Drive in real time. When Microsoft 365 fails, teams can move to Google tools instantly without losing data. This works as a live backup instead of a full migration.

• The second option is a full migration package. Google bundles Workspace with identity partners like Okta and JumpCloud. This package allows companies to move users, sign-ins, and data completely into Google’s system. It is designed to break what Google calls Microsoft’s lock-in and give firms long-term flexibility.

• This launch comes after multiple Microsoft 365 outages in the past year, which left services like Outlook, Teams, and OneDrive down for hours. At the same time, Microsoft is facing heavy criticism over security lapses. Some boards are now asking their companies to reduce Microsoft dependence. Google is using this moment to promote Workspace as a safer and more reliable choice.

💡What This Means for You

Every time Microsoft 365 goes down, it slows real work - emails don’t send, meetings stall, and files stay locked. Google is stepping in with a backup you can switch to in minutes. The choice is clear. Do you keep waiting for outages or move where work never stops?

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