Ohio continues to cement its position as the Heart of Innovation with a major investment in cutting-edge medical, military, and scientific technologies. The Ohio Third Frontier Commission has just approved nearly $6.5 million in grants to accelerate groundbreaking technologies across the state. This funding round supports 15 innovative projects
More than 100 Ohio business CEOs and tech leaders have come together to advocate for computer science education through the newly launched “Ohio for Computer Science” initiative. Spearheaded by OhioX, the group released an open letter urging state policymakers to make computer science a priority in K-12 education. The letter
Transportation Research Center Inc. (TRC), North America's leading automotive research organization, has taken a significant step forward in enhancing highway safety and passenger protection. The center recently broke ground on a new 66,000-square-foot Impact Laboratory at its East Liberty campus, marking a new era in automotive testing
Cybersecurity is a major concern for both public and private sector leaders across Ohio, and as cyber threats increase, so, too, does the need for organizations to prepare and respond accordingly. We chatted recently with two cybersecurity leaders who have experience helping local governments prepare for cyber threats, and discussed
Columbus
[caption id align="alignnone" width="768"] Image: One Columbus [/caption] In a significant boost to Columbus's growing reputation as a hub for healthcare technology, Gifthealth has announced a major expansion that will create 751 new jobs in the region. This exciting development, approved by
Cleveland
Augment Therapy is teaming up with Niantic, creators of popular augmented reality (AR) games like Pokémon GO and Peridot, to transform physical rehabilitation. The collaboration integrates Niantic’s beloved virtual pets, called "Dots," into therapeutic exercises, offering patients a fun and engaging way to improve mobility. Patients, including
Columbus
[caption id align="alignnone" width="800"] Image: Path Robotics [/caption] Path Robotics, a Columbus-based AI-powered robotic welding startup, has raised a $100 million Series D fundraising round led by Matter Venture Partners and Drive Capital. The investment will accelerate Path’s mission to revolutionize the manufacturing
[caption id align="alignnone" width="4898"] Becca Wenning of Dressit.ai won $10K in non-dilutive capital for the best elevator pitch; presented by Lee Mosbacker, CEO of Cyrannus. [/caption] The second annual Ohio VC Fest is in the books and has set new records by drawing
Columbus
Microsoft continues its investment in Ohio, announcing plans to build a $420 million data center in New Albany. This news bolsters the state’s role in the tech giant’s growing cloud computing infrastructure and reinforces Ohio’s status as a technology and data hub. Yesterday, the New Albany City
Ohio Tech Day 2024 officially kicked off at C-TEC of Licking County on Wednesday with an event designed to inspire students and educators to explore future career opportunities in tech and skilled trades. The statewide launch event, organized by OhioX, Meta’s New Albany Data Center, at C-TEC marked the
Ohio’s High School Tech Internship program, spearheaded by Lt. Governor Jon Husted, saw nearly 1,000 students from 250 schools gain hands-on tech experience in 2024—a near doubling from last year. This initiative connects young talent with tech roles in software, cybersecurity, and broadband, building the state’s
Cincinnati
Cincinnati takes center stage this week as Forbes 30 Under 30 Summit kicks off, celebrating Ohio’s growing reputation as a hub for innovation and talent. Brought to the Buckeye State by JobsOhio, the event is set to showcase a new generation of entrepreneurs, disruptors, and leaders from diverse industries.