Hochul wants lawmakers to appropriate $60 million this year towards four new quantum hubs across the state as a way to propel the industry forward. She wants another $100 million invested in Stony Brook University’s Quantum Research and Innovation Hub, set to open in 2029. 

Dr. Manoj Mahajan, Director of Special Programs at Stony Brook University, warned in Nancy Guthrie's ransom note search that “a little bit of research” can mask an IP. The note suggests she may no longer be in Arizona. She was reported missing on Feb. 1, 2026.

SUNY Campuses will leverage Empire AI to increase research experiences, professional development, and other opportunities for SUNY students and faculty, furthering Governor Hochul's commitment to advancing AI usage for the public good.

Stony Brook University will partner with Farmingdale State and Suffolk County Community College to launch an eight-week research program.