Technology

Opinion: NYU’s recent ad with AI art is an artistic failure
From copyright issues and energy consumption to loss of artistic value, the frivolous use of generative artificial intelligence violates several codes of ethics that NYU claims to follow.
Sam Kats, Deputy Copy Chief
• October 17, 2025

Off Topic: AI should not be used to exploit loneliness
Friend’s advertising campaign across New York City subway stations represents the dangerous reality of artificial intelligence.
Leila Abarca, Contributing Writer
• October 15, 2025

Opinion: Getting rid of the MetroCard is a loss for accessibility in NYC
As New York City goes tap-only, the city risks leaving behind the people who benefit from its transit system daily.
Elena Meves, Contributing Writer
• September 22, 2025

Opinion: Stop scrolling, before your attention span is worse than that of a goldfish
From Bobst Library to the classroom, attention spans are collapsing. Phone-free policies may help, but NYU students need more than a locked phone to learn — or care.
Annika Wilewicz, Deputy Opinion Editor
• September 17, 2025

Off Topic: We can’t afford to prioritize AI in early education
The rise of private, artificial intelligence-powered schools pose a threat to the next generation of students and the development of their critical thinking skills.
Maggie Turner, Opinion Editor
• September 8, 2025

Opinion: Every NYU class needs a Zoom or recording option
Adding virtual attendance to regular classes would help alleviate the pressure and stress caused by mandatory attendance policies.
Shanay Tolat, Deputy Opinion Editor
• April 7, 2025

Off Topic: The alt-right is lying about free speech
Despite its supposed commitment to freedom of speech, the Trump Administration’s actions reveal its commitment to stifling political opposition and controlling narratives.
Noah Zaldivar, Opinion Editor
• February 26, 2025

Off Topic: DeepSeek’s arrival is a wakeup call for AI regulation
With a new, more cost-effective chatbot permeating the market and openly sharing the secrets to its success, we must question whether DeepSeek’s effects will be disturbing or democratic.
Shanay Tolat, Deputy Opinion Editor
• February 19, 2025

Opinion: ChatGPT’s environmental destruction outweighs its benefits
While much of the discourse surrounding artificial intelligence concerns plagiarism, the significant environmental costs often go overlooked.
Serin Lee, Contributing Writer
• February 4, 2025

Opinion: Trump’s TikTok ‘solution’ is all about control
President Trump’s justification for and reaction to the ban on TikTok show his intent for strict control of discourse on social media.
Leila Olukoga, Deputy Opinion Editor
• January 27, 2025

Opinion: Students can save Twitter
Users await the fall of Twitter under Elon Musk. But students could be the solution.
Alexandra Cohen, Opinion Editor
• November 16, 2022

Opinion: Brightspace is poorly designed
Brightspace is supposed to be an efficient way to keep track of your classes, but Google Classroom just does it all better.
Anuj Jain, Contributing Writer
• November 8, 2022

Eva Mundo, Deputy News Editor • October 17, 2025

Kaitlyn Sze Tu, Deputy News Editor • October 17, 2025

Yuuki Lubin, Staff Writer • October 17, 2025


Leo Field, Ellie DaSilva, Angela Dong, Shreeya Goyal, Rhea Kohli and Ellie Miller • October 17, 2025