As artificial intelligence accelerates from buzzword to backbone, government leaders in smart cities across the U.S. and the world are asking the same question: Are we ready?

As we gear up for Columbus AI Week 2025 this September, here’s a curated snapshot of the latest AI news reshaping our region. From university programs to startup success, Columbus is buzzing with innovation.

In just the last six months, a wave of new legislation and regulatory proposals has swept across the U.S. — from sweeping federal bills to state-level trailblazing on AI safety and deepfake enforcement. These shifts are shaping the operating environment for businesses, developers, public sector agencies, and consumers alike.

As the pace of change in enterprise technology accelerates, business and IT leaders alike are facing a critical challenge: how to stay ahead of the curve while making smart, confident decisions about the tools, partners, and strategies that will shape their organization’s future.

From AI agents that automate your workflows to multimodal systems that think, see, and act—2025 has been a defining year in artificial intelligence. As AI continues to move from labs into everyday business and consumer tools, it’s essential for leaders to stay current with what’s happening across the ecosystem.

Columbus AI Week is the largest event dedicated to AI professionals and enthusiasts in Central Ohio. The two and a half day leadership conference returns to Waters Edge in Hilliard, OH the second week in September, and the programming has expanded this year to include community-hosted events across the region throughout the week.

The AI Squared Initiative is designed to promote and accelerate American innovation in Artificial Intelligence through education, enablement, policy leadership, and economic development.

Join the Enterprise Technology Association for an invite-only gathering at the Cincinnati Future Tech Forum & IT Leadership Social, happening March 26, 2025, from 3-6 PM at Somerhaus in OTR.

We are thrilled to announce that Big Kitty Labs has joined Enterprise Technology Association as a Foundational Partner!

Nashville AI Week is expected to attract attendees from 400 organizations nationwide, including speakers from Fortune 10, 100, and 500 companies.

Calling all IT Leaders! We are proud to announce dates for our 2025 leadership events in Cincinnati, OH, including our Future Technology Forum in March and IT Leadership Forum in July.

This partnership signifies a mutual commitment to advancing cybersecurity practices amidst the increasing complexities of artificial intelligence and digital technologies.

As AI Week expands to enhance AI education and enablement nationwide, ETA is proud to announce the inaugural Atlanta AI Week conference coming to Atlanta Tech Village April 22 - 24, 2025.

Advancements in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity are redefining industries and geopolitics, presenting us with an opportunity to solidify our leadership or risk falling behind.

AI Week is dedicated to technology education and enablement in cities across the United States.

AI and emerging technologies are set to redefine global economies by accelerating innovation, enhancing productivity, and transforming industries.

From multi-agent frameworks to new tools for AI agent training and collaboration, these advancements are set to shape the future of enterprise technology.