NY Department of Labor approved my UI claim - what's next with certification and the waiting period?

Just got an email from unemployment saying my claim can be paid now. The email started with "Thank you for your patience. We have determined that your unemployment insurance (UI) claim can now be paid." They mentioned that they previously mailed a determination letter with information about my weekly benefit rate right after I applied. The email explained that if I provided bank account information when applying, benefits will be deposited directly into that account. Otherwise, I'll receive a Conduent Way2Go debit card by mail within three weeks. They emphasized that I need to continue certifying every week between Sunday and Saturday to claim benefits. I can certify either: - Online at labor.ny.gov/signin by clicking "Unemployment Services" button, then "Certify to Claim Your Weekly Benefits Here" - Or through the automated phone service by calling 888-581-5812 They mentioned something about a waiting period and 26 weeks of benefits. Specifically, the email stated "UI benefits are currently available for 26 weeks, or 104 effective days. Before receiving benefits on a new UI claim, you must serve an unpaid waiting period that equals one full week (four days) of benefits. The waiting period extends into the next week if you work during the week you filed your claim for or if you do not serve an entire waiting period." Not sure what to do next. Do I need to wait for anything or can I start certifying right away? Also confused about the tax withholding part - the email mentioned something about reviewing my records and adjusting tax withholdings if necessary. This is from the NY Department of Labor. Has anyone gone through this process recently? What should I expect next?