Startups + VC
Cincinnati-backed Kernel announced a $22 million Seed and Series A funding round, led by Accel and including Cintrifuse Capital and Y Combinator. Kernel is developing “browsers-as-a-service,” an infrastructure that allows AI agents to interact with the internet like humans to perform tasks securely.
Startups + VC
Ohio tech company Heylo, built in Vessel Shipyard, aims to modernize care for people with I/DD. New CEO Brian Hart will scale Heylo's platform, which uses software/hardware to deliver remote supports, boosting independence and easing the human services workforce pressure.
Cincinnati
Cincinnati-based Pantomath raised $30M in Series B funding to automate enterprise data operations. Backed by General Catalyst, the startup is expanding its platform to eliminate manual troubleshooting and become the AI-driven operating system for autonomous data reliability.
Cincinnati
Nick Enger, President and CTO of Advanced Technology Consulting (ATC), is scaling the firm from Southwest Ohio to a nationwide presence. By acting as a virtual CIO, Enger bridges the gap between technical execution and C-suite strategy, helping firms navigate cloud migration and AI.
Cincinnati
[caption id align="alignnone" width="600"] Photo: Miami University [/caption] As part of Ohio’s 2025–2026 operating budget, the State has awarded $7 million to Miami University to create the Ohio Institute for Quantum Computing Research, Talent, and Commercialization, in collaboration with Cleveland Clinic. This
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.
Cincinnati
TeamCentral, a Cincinnati-based enterprise automation startup, has successfully closed a $3.875 million seed funding round. The capital injection will accelerate the expansion of its AI-driven integration platform. Founded in 2022 as a spinout from Dayton-HQ’d Centric Consulting, TeamCentral serves diverse industries, including manufacturing, construction, foodservice, and logistics, aiming
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[caption id align="alignnone" width="2000"] Katie Trauth Taylor, CEO and Founder of Narratize [/caption] Narratize, a Cincinnati-based AI startup that helps guide products from idea to market launch, has announced a new funding round led by North Coast Ventures, with participation from corporate investors including
Cincinnati
StartupCincy, the collaborative ecosystem supporting innovation and entrepreneurship in Greater Cincinnati, has launched a new online resource hub designed to help startups, founders, and small businesses access the tools and connections they need to grow. The new StartupCincy Resource Hub includes over 200 resources from more than 60 support organizations,
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[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
Cincinnati
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 investors including Rev1 Ventures, Allos Ventures, Keyhorse Capital, Cintrifuse Capital, Commonwealth Seed Capital, Irish Angels, and
Cincinnati
St. Elizabeth Healthcare, one of the largest hospitals in the Cincinnati region, announced a strategic partnership with CincyTech, a leading venture capital firm, this week. The collaboration aims to accelerate the development and implementation of breakthrough healthcare technologies while enhancing patient care outcomes. A Powerful Partnership for Innovation CincyTech, renowned