Cincinnati-based Pantomath has raised $30 million in Series B funding led by General Catalyst to expand its AI-powered data operations platform. The company is moving beyond observability to autonomous issue resolution, helping enterprises reduce data downtime and manual troubleshooting. Pantomath is part of Ohio’s growing footprint in real-world AI innovation.

In today’s fast-moving digital economy, businesses need more than just IT support, they need a strategic partner. That’s exactly what Nick Enger, President and CTO of Advanced Technology Consulting (ATC), aims to provide. Based just north of Cincinnati, ATC helps companies across the country navigate complex technology decisions.

Ohio is investing $7 million in Miami University to launch the Ohio Institute for Quantum Computing in partnership with Cleveland Clinic. The statewide initiative will train the next generation of quantum talent, drive research, and support commercialization—positioning Ohio as a national leader in quantum innovation and workforce development.

Cincy AI Week is back. The second annual event kicks off today in Cincinnati, focusing on building an intelligent region through AI. Running June 10-12, the event features daily themes and events like demo nights and awards.

TeamCentral, a Cincinnati- based innovator in no-code automation, announced a $3.875 million seed round. This investment accelerates their AI-driven platform and the launch of Corbi, an AI Agent designed to integrate with enterprise systems. The goal: transform data into actionable intelligence, optimizing efficiency and decision-making for businesses navigating data chaos.

Cincinnati-based Narratize has closed a new funding round led by North Coast Ventures and major corporate investors including Comcast and Engage. The investment will accelerate development of its agentic AI-powered product innovation platform, designed to streamline the journey from idea to market in industries like consumer goods, manufacturing, medicine, and aviation.

StartupCincy has launched a redesigned digital platform that centralizes key resources to help founders, investors, and ecosystem supporters navigate Cincinnati’s startup landscape. The new site features six major tools aimed at streamlining access to funding, talent, events, and workspaces.

Ohio’s 80 Acres Farms secured $115 million to expand retail partnerships, ingredient development, and plant science research. The company also acquired Plantae Biosciences, integrating its innovations into Infinite Acres Israel to advance crop breeding. With 1,500+ retail partners and a commitment to 100% renewable energy, 80 Acres Farms is scaling its impact and reinforcing Ohio’s leadership in AgTech.

Nichefire, a Cincinnati-based AI-driven cultural intelligence platform, has announced the successful close of a $2.6 million funding round to accelerate its mission of helping businesses stay ahead of emerging trends. Backed by prominent Ohio investors, Nichefire is already utilized by major brands like Walmart, Kraft Heinz, Nestle, and Perfetti Van Melle.

In a significant move for Ohio's healthcare technology ecosystem, St. Elizabeth Healthcare has announced a strategic partnership with CincyTech, marking a new chapter in healthcare innovation for the region. The collaboration, revealed on November 4, 2024, aims to accelerate the development and implementation of breakthrough healthcare technologies while enhancing patient care outcomes.

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. Young leaders from across the country will gather in the Queen City to network, collaborate, and celebrate their impact across sectors like tech, finance, healthcare, and social impact.

Cincinnati’s BrandRank.AI, a pioneer in generative AI-based brand search analytics, has raised $1.2 million in venture seed and angel funding to accelerate technology development, onboard a scalable sales organization, and build support infrastructure.

Fresh off of Scheduler AI’s $2 million raise from Drive Capital, bringing total fundraising to $2.8 million, Maddie Bell spoke with OhioTechNews.com about their vision to create the world's first fully autonomous meeting orchestration platform designed to instantly connect the right people at the right time for the right reasons.

A husband-and-wife team from Cincinnati has raised $2.8 million in a seed round led by Columbus-based Drive Capital to scale its AI-powered scheduling services. Maddie Bell, co-founder and CEO, along with husband Mike Bell, co-founder and CTO, are building Scheduler AI to help businesses and customers connect.

CincyAI Week, a three-day event dedicated to exploring and advancing artificial intelligence in the Greater Cincinnati area, begins today with a sell out crowd. Organizers expect over 1,000 attendees from across Southwest Ohio and beyond.

CinRx Pharma, a Cincinnati-based biotech company focused on high-impact medicines, announced on May 30 the close of a $73 million raise, bringing its total raise to $176 million. CinRx Pharma relies on multiple subsidiaries to research and develop treatments for cardiovascular, metabolic, and gastrointestinal conditions. This raise allows CinRx to further develop its existing portfolio programs to address high-profile medical needs.

A Cincinnati initiative is now underway hoping to make a big impact on the world. PeaceRise, an international competition designed to create solutions in the field of PeaceTech, kicked off last week at 1819 Innovation Hub on the campus of the University of Cincinnati.

Cincinnati-based EdTech platform Abre has raised $24 million in a Series A round to help K-12 schools centralize and make sense of siloed data. Abre's software serves as a one-stop-shop for data around social-emotional well-being, enrollment, attendance, intervention, academic performance, and more.

Cloverleaf, a Cincinnati-based provider of automated coaching technology, has raised $7.3 million in a Series A extension. Cloverleaf says it will use the new funding to extend its core automated coaching solution into even more areas of professional development, bringing out the best in workers and teams.

A Cincinnati startup says artificial intelligence is changing the way brands need to manage their reputations online. BrandRank.AI is helping businesses protect and grow their brands as generative AI upends the $200 billion search engine market, influencing brand perception in key areas like trust, sustainability, product performance, supply chain integrity, and service.