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The Ohio Supercomputer Center (OSC) and its partners have secured a $5 million National Science Foundation grant to enhance and expand Open OnDemand, their widely-adopted high performance computing (HPC) web portal. The five-year initiative aims to make advanced computing resources more accessible to researchers, educators, and students worldwide. https://lnkd.in/dUjNY7-R

Ohio’s leadership in AI education continued to grow this week with the launch of a new statewide strategy to help prepare the Buckeye State for Artificial Intelligence’s impact on the future of education. Announced and led by Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted Ohio’s AI in Education Strategy was built to help schools and students for the transformative potential of AI. https://lnkd.in/d4tr3a77

Cyrannus, a Columbus-based startup, is revolutionizing the venture capital industry with a transformative venture polling platform utilizing advanced AI technology and collective intelligence to evaluate early-stage startups and provide a prediction market for accredited investors. Cyrannus’ prediction market connects LPs, institutional investors, and venture capitalists across the U.S. — from Silicon Valley to New York — to a curated selection of high-growth startups, which have been rigorously vetted and scored by domain experts from across the globe. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/gThVVf2h

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has continued its efforts to empower the next generation of female scientists and engineers by hosting its AWS Girls’ Tech Day for female students in central Ohio. The annual event took place as the region’s economy continues to diversify with a variety of high-tech, digital-focused industries even as women remain underrepresented in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM). https://lnkd.in/gA8mE7tt

New Albany, Ohio welcomes Microsoft! ???? What this means for the community: - $420 million investment in local economy - Diversification of New Albany's business portfolio - Reinforcement of the area's reputation for innovation - Attraction of world-class companies to the region - Positive impact on regional development Kudos to New Albany for fostering an environment that attracts tech giants! https://lnkd.in/gpNgF4Xx #CommunityDevelopment #TechInvestment #EconomicGrowth

Ohio's booming data center industry! ?? Impact highlights from Data Center Coalition study: - 23% increase in industry employment from 2017 to 2021 - 47% growth in annual labor income, reaching $4.4 billion in 2021 - $2.6 billion generated in state and local tax revenues (2017-2021) - Investments in clean energy projects - Digital skills training for small business owners https://lnkd.in/gpNgF4Xx Exciting to see Ohio becoming a major player in the tech infrastructure landscape! #DataCenterGrowth #EconomicImpact #TechJobs

AgileBlue recently won the AI Innovation category at Greater Cleveland Partnership’s 2024 Best of Tech awards and was a finalist for Cybersecurity Partner Excellence. What makes them best in class? GCP recently sat down with co-founder and president Tony Pietrocola to learn more. https://lnkd.in/g4GYd3sX

In this exclusive interview with OhioTechNews.com, Chris Berry, President and CEO of OhioX, spoke with JumpStart CEO Julie Jacono about her vision for the organization and its impact on Ohio. Julie was named CEO of JumpStart Inc. in November 2023 and took the helm at a critically important time for the organization as it celebrates its 20th anniversary. During the conversation, Julie discusses JumpStart’s plans to rally support around high-potential sectors like HealthTech, AI, and green tech, providing startups with advisory services, access to specialized support, and novel funding solutions. Read the full interview: https://lnkd.in/geCSaKS5

In a major development first reported by TechCrunch's Marina Temkin, CFA defense technology company Anduril Industries is reportedly considering Ohio as one of three potential locations for its ambitious new manufacturing facility. According to TechCrunch, the company is evaluating sites in Ohio, Arizona, and Texas for what would be its first major manufacturing plant. https://lnkd.in/gUjZMJuA

Proud to see Ohio State leading transformative research with real-world impact! Key outcomes: - Tackling global challenges in rubber production - Integrating research, education, and extension - Boosting domestic manufacturing - Reducing reliance on imports - Unlocking economic potential in U.S. bioengineering Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eeWRErVR #ResearchExcellence #EconomicDevelopment #BiotechInnovation