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Cincinnati AI Catalyst mission is to improve the lives of people in the Cincinnati Region by providing an inclusive, coordinated, collective Artificial Intelligence capability, committed to Responsible AI, that enables new products and services, attracts capital, creates/preserves jobs, develops/improves skills and provides a trusted source of AI-related communication and education.


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UC launches AI Enablement Community of Practice
UC launches AI Enablement Community of Practice

Exciting news from the University of Cincinnati! UC’s Digital Technology Solutions is launching the AI Enablement Community of Practice to drive AI innovation across the university and the broader community.

Representatives from UC’s academic, research, and administrative sectors will...

Catalyst members highlighted as "Notables" by Movers & Makers Magazine
Catalyst members highlighted as "Notables" by Movers & Makers Magazine

Several members of the CAIC have been highlighted by the "Movers & Makers" Magazine as the "Notables" in the AI space in Cincinnati 

September Meeting of AI Catalyst
September Meeting of AI Catalyst

Another fantastic meeting of the Cincinnati AI Catalyst.

Videos from AI for Government Operations Workshop Published
Videos from AI for Government Operations Workshop Published

Videos from  AI for Government Operations Workshop have been published on our YouTube channel

Template - AI Readiness-Transition Roadmap

Here is a 1-page template that can serve as a guide for leaders responsible for administration and/or IT in local governments to create a “Readiness/Transition Roadmap” for their organizations.

Example - AI Readiness-Transition Roadmap

Here is an example of a populated AI Readiness/Transition Roadmap template for “Anytown, USA”.

What is Responsible AI?
What is Responsible AI?

What is Responsible AI?

Responsible AI refers to the practice of designing, developing, and deploying artificial intelligence systems in a manner that aligns with ethical principles and values, and that minimizes harmful consequences and biases. Responsible AI aims to ensure that AI technologies...

AI Blueprint for the  Cincinnati region
AI Blueprint for the Cincinnati region

This document outlines the concept of an "AI hub region" and presents a blueprint for establishing Cincinnati as a prominent AI hub in the United States.

An AI hub region is characterized by a concentrated ecosystem that supports AI development and innovation, typically featuring strong academic...

Cincinnati AI Catalyst Meeting: July 10, 2024
Cincinnati AI Catalyst Meeting: July 10, 2024

The July meeting was dedicated to the upcoming AI for Government Operations Workshop (Cincinnati Region), scheduled for August 15, 2024, and on the AI Blueprint for the Cincinnati Region

AI for Government Operations Workshop for the Cincinnati Region (August 15, 2024)
AI for Government Operations Workshop for the Cincinnati Region (August 15, 2024)

At the July meeting of CincyAI Meetup for Humans, held at UC Digital Futures, Carl Fraik, the Executive Director of Cincinnati AI Catalyst, announced “AI for Government Operations Workshop (Cincinnati Region)”.

Cincy AI Week was a huge success
Cincy AI Week was a huge success

Cincy AI Week, that took place from Tuesday, June 11th through Thursday, June 13, 2024. was a huge success.

It brought together industry leaders, researchers, policymakers, innovators and investors for three days of immersive programming focused on building the Cincinnati region's capacity and...

Cincinnati AI Catalyst Meeting: May 8, 2024
Cincinnati AI Catalyst Meeting: May 8, 2024

Today's meeting was dedicated to preperation for the upcoming http://www.CincyAIweek.com event (June 11-13, 2024). With a strong focus on Responsible AI, we brainstormed innovative ideas aimed at making this event more impactful and inclusive for our region.

Cincy AI Week (June 11-13, 2024)
Cincy AI Week (June 11-13, 2024)

We're excited to announce the first ever Cincy AI Week, taking place from Tuesday, June 11th through Thursday, June 13, 2024.

Cincy AI Week will bring together industry leaders, researchers, policymakers, innovators and investors for three days of immersive programming focused on building the...