The hacker group Rhysida demands a 30 bitcoin ransom from Columbus, setting a new deadline after their auction for the city's stolen data received no bids. Local officials dispute the hackers' claim that they've leaked the data.

Franklin County Public Health will spray for mosquitoes in Dublin on August 12 to combat West Nile Virus after local tests confirmed mosquito specimens with the disease.

Jim Connolly has been named the new Director of Information Technology for the City of Dublin, previously serving in the same role for the NHL's Columbus Blue Jackets.

Microsoft plans to build a $420 million data center in New Albany, Ohio, expected to create at least 30 jobs and solidify the area's status as a tech hub.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine cautions against charity fraud after severe weather, directing residents to vet organizations before donating for hurricane relief.

Advanced Drainage Systems opened its Engineering and Technology Center in Hilliard, investing $65 million and creating 200 jobs. The facility focuses on product development and recycling.

Amazon Web Services plans to invest $10 billion in Ohio for data center infrastructure expansion, expected to create high-paying jobs and strengthen the state's tech industry by 2030.

The Ohio Department of Commerce offers advice to mitigate cybercrime, citing increased incidents and financial losses. During Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Week, strategies like MFA and strong passwords are recommended.

Ohio State University research suggests that STEM students who compare their effort to peers may have reduced confidence in their ability to succeed, with the impact more pronounced when they believe they work harder than classmates.

Hexion is opening a new global R&D center in Dublin, Ohio, aiming to create 100 jobs by 2028 and consolidate its five labs into one, fostering innovation in various industries.