Is Cincinnati ready for age of A.I.? Experts debate at Cincy A.I. Week summit

Is Cincinnati ready for age of A.I.? Experts debate at Cincy A.I. Week summit

Is Cincinnati ready for age of A.I.? Experts debate at Cincy A.I. Week summit

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Publish Date: 2026-06-11 18:55:00

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  • Tech leaders and enthusiasts held Cincy AI Week in Over-the-Rhine to discuss AI’s impact on Cincinnati and the Midwest.
  • Kris Jones, a professor from the University of Cincinnati, emphasized the inevitability and benefits of embracing AI.
  • Rob Richardson, founder of an AI education company, criticized Cincinnati’s AI readiness, giving it a “D-minus” grade, and argued that better integration of AI into government and economy is needed.
  • Summer Crenshaw, CEO of Enterprise Technology Association, defended Cincinnati’s proactive stance in AI initiatives.
  • Cincy AI Week aims to certify over 1000 Ohioans in AI skills in collaboration with JobsOhio.