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Cincinnati data center expansion gains momentum amid AI demand

Greater Cincinnati is positioning itself for the next phase of Ohio’s technology economy as demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure accelerates nationwide.  Local governments, utilities, developers, and businesses are preparing for larger data center investments while balancing concerns about energy use, land development, and community impacts. The rapid expansion mirrors a national trend fueled by cloud…

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Columbus poised as second-largest data center hub in Great Lakes region

  Article Summary Columbus is on track to become the second-largest data center hub in the Great Lakes region, behind Chicago, according to a new multi-state report. Growth is driven by strong infrastructure, available land, reliable power, and business incentives, with major firms like Amazon, Meta, and Google expanding nearby. Ohio already hosts more than 100…

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