Ohio’s startup ecosystem is getting a major boost with the launch of 71/70 Angels' first fund, aimed at closing the seed capital gap for enterprise software and advanced technology startups. Supported by Rev1 Ventures, the fund seeks to streamline investments and strengthen Ohio’s angel investor community,
Cleveland
By Laura Beans Sika Startup success is a long game. The journey to a profitable exit can easily take 7-10 years, especially for startups in the healthcare technology sector where startups must navigate a highly regulated and often onerous landscape of laws and standards. Compliance – and patience – are critical for
Startups + VC
Avandra Imaging raised $17.75M and relocated to Brecksville to build a federated medical imaging network. Backed by Aegis and SpringRock Ventures, the startup aims to index 1 trillion images, solving critical data silos to accelerate AI and biopharma breakthroughs.
Columbus
Two of the world’s most influential organizations in data science and AI, Columbus-based Women in Analytics (WIA) and Women in Data™ (WiD), have joined forces to expand opportunities, foster innovation, and build a more diverse and inclusive tech workforce. By co-hosting the 2025 DataConnect Conference series, this collaboration aims
Cincinnati
[caption id align="alignnone" width="1600"] Image: 80 Acres [/caption] Hamilton-based 80 Acres Farms, a leader in vertical farming, has secured $115 million in new funding, strengthening its ability to scale operations and expand product offerings. The investment will support retail expansion, supply chain growth, and
Columbus
Defense technology company Anduril Industries is in discussions to raise up to $2.5 billion in a new funding round, potentially valuing the company at $28 billion. This development comes on the heels of Anduril's recent announcement to build a significant manufacturing facility in Pickaway County, Ohio. The
Columbus
Columbus has been named one of North America’s top 10 emerging tech hubs, according to a newly released Tech Hubs Index from Site Selection Magazine. The ranking, which evaluates metro areas based on market connectivity, corporate tech investments, job growth, and infrastructure, underscores Columbus’s rapid rise as a
By Bob Tanner, Executive Director of Aerospace Partnerships at Parallax Advanced Research and the Ohio Aerospace Institute The evolution of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) in military and commercial sectors has been rapid and innovative. Lessons learned from these advancements are now shaping the development of electric vertical takeoff and landing
Youngstown
Tech startups often face a unique challenge: turning great ideas into thriving businesses. While engineers and developers may excel at creating innovative products, they often lack the knowledge to secure funding, develop effective marketing strategies, or scale operations. That’s where the Youngstown Business Incubator (YBI) steps in. Through its
Cleveland
[caption id align="alignnone" width="6018"] Kindra Helm, Centric Cleveland Director, speaks at GCP's 2024 Best of Tech Awards. [/caption] This article originally appeared at greatercle.com as part of their 2024 Best of Tech celebration. AI is shaping the future of industries, and
Cleveland
Blue Abyss, a United Kingdom-based global leader in extreme environment research and training, has entered into a Space Act Agreement with NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Brook Park, Ohio. The partnership is designed to advance commercial space training and research, bolstering U.S. leadership in space exploration and innovation.
[caption id align="alignnone" width="940"] Dressit founder Becca Wenning [/caption] Technology is continually reshaping industries, and Dressit, a startup founded by former bridal boutique owner Becca Wenning, is no different. Wenning created Dressit, inspired by a decade of bridal boutique operation, to bridge the gap