By Spencer Gross In an era of deep political division, the House Agriculture Committee’s recent bipartisan vote to advance H.R. 3633, the Digital Asset Market Clarity (CLARITY) Act, stands out as a rare and hopeful sign. Democrats and Republicans coming together to support this legislation demonstrates that Congress
Ohio is in the midst of a digital transformation. With nearly $3 billion invested across the state from 2020–2024, AT&T is helping close the digital divide, modernize infrastructure, and equip communities for the demands of a data-driven economy. From rural southeast counties to major metro regions, Ohioans
A new study from the Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation highlights the powerful economic impact of data centers across the state. In 2024, Ohio’s data center industry supported approximately 95,000 jobs and contributed $11.8 billion to the state’s GDP. The sector’s rapid growth positions
Ohio’s ongoing digital transformation of government services has reached a major milestone: technology upgrades at the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) have saved Ohioans more than 10 million in-person trips since 2019. Why it matters The enhancements are part of the DeWine Administration’s efforts to improve customer
Google and CTC Global have announced a new initiative to accelerate deployment of next-generation transmission technology to boost the capacity, reliability, and speed of America’s electrical grid. The effort will focus on CTC’s U.S.-manufactured advanced conductors, which can double carrying capacity and reduce line losses by
In 2010, Becca Wenning stepped into bridal retail just as Pinterest and Instagram were being born. She didn’t know it then, but the digital revolution was about to turn the wedding industry—and her career—inside out. Becca ran her own boutique for over a decade, building a successful
Cleveland
Remarcable, a construction tech startup streamlining procurement for trade contractors, has raised $15 million in Series A funding. The round was led by Insight Partners of New York City. The Cleveland-area company builds digital tools that unify how contractors manage materials, tools, and prefab components. Remarcable’s technology connects field
Columbus
[caption id align="alignnone" width="1802"] Photo: The Ohio State University [/caption] The Ohio State University has unveiled a comprehensive AI Fluency initiative, aiming to integrate artificial intelligence education across all undergraduate programs. Starting with the Class of 2029, every student will graduate with foundational AI
Cincinnati
Cincy AI Week returns today, June 10, marking its second annual gathering dedicated to advancing artificial intelligence within the Southwest Ohio region. The three-day event, running through June 12, will convene at Union Hall and various venues across Over-the-Rhine, building on the momentum from last year's inaugural success.
Spotlights
Robert Marks has built big before. In 1999, he launched Fidelity Voice and Data with just $600 and a bold vision to expand internet access across Ohio. Over the next 15 years, he scaled it into a $30 million telecommunications and cloud services business, building data centers in Cleveland, Columbus,
Columbus
Defense technology company Anduril Industries has secured $2.5 billion in a Series G funding round, elevating its valuation to $30.5 billion. This significant investment comes as the development of Arsenal-1, Anduril's advanced manufacturing facility in Pickaway County, Ohio continues to pick up steam. Founders Fund led
Dayton
[caption id align="alignnone" width="1776"] Photo Credit: Ohio Governor’s Office [/caption] Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Brigadier General Jason Bartolomei, Commander of the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) this week, reaffirming Ohio’s strategic partnership with AFRL