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Technology in Ohio is one of the fastest-growing industries with expertise in sectors including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, IoT, and more. Additionally, Ohio is one of only four states to provide both property tax exemption and data center tax incentives, making it a prime location for all IT services.

Thanks to a talented workforce, access to global customers and low-hazard risk location, Ohio has become a hub for all things Tech — and big brands are taking notice. Ohio is already home to an array of technology companies that are household names, including Facebook, Google, Amazon Web Services, IBM, Upstart, and Carvana.

From startups to established leaders in every industry, Ohio is one of tech’s best states for innovation. Innovation requires investments in Research & Development, a Skilled and Educated Workforce, and an environment where entrepreneurs can thrive.

Staying current on industry news and economic developments helps you stay informed on how and when to make a move to Ohio. Here you will find a variety of resources on how others have taken advantage of our robust infrastructure to be on the cutting edge of disruptive technology growth right here in Ohio.

Cincinnati-Based Losant One of 10 Companies Accepted into Techstars’ Internet of Things Accelerator

Losant Also Receives Seed Money from CincyTech
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IoT startup Losant will receive seed money from CincyTech and one of 10 selected to participate in the first class of Techstars’ new Internet of Things accelerator.

Kauffman Index Shows Start-up Businesses Continue to Grow in Ohio Metropolitans

Cincinnati, Cleveland and Columbus all move up in rankings
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Three Ohio metropolitans catch the attention of the Kauffman Index of Entrepreneurship, which measures entrepreneurship across the U.S. Cincinnati, Cleveland and Columbus all made the top 20 list for U.S. entrepreneurial business growth.

zulily Expands its Presence in Ohio

Online Retailer Invests $1.3 million to Enlarge Gahanna Facility
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Rapidly expanding retailer, zulily, launches larger operations, adding 50 jobs in customer service, fulfillment, merchandising and accounts payable. $1.3 million is being invested in the Gahanna expansion on top of invested $30 million already has spent.

Cincinnati Prepares to Host High-Profile Event for Tech Startups

Techstars’ FounderCon Will Bring More Than 1,000 Entrepreneurs to the City
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Over 800 founders of tech-based startups and 300 big company leaders and investors will converge in CincinnatiforFounderCon.

Ohio’s Small Business Tax Climate is Among Top 10 Best in U.S.

“Small Business Tax Index 2016” report names Ohio’s tax climate among 10 best in U.S.
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Ohio’s tax climate ranks as 8th best in the country by the “Small Business Tax Index 2016,” report published by the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council.