Tech-giant Google announced this week that it plans to invest more than $300 million in an expansion of its data center in Lithonia. Data centers serve as the foundation of Google’s online services by acting as storage for emails, Youtube videos, and other information. With 25 jobs to be added initially and more sure to follow, Google’s growing footprint in the state has the local economy RISING…
Ag giant Cargill opens Atlanta office
Cargill, the multinational food giant based out of Minnesota, opened a new office this month in Midtown Atlanta from which it will operate its Digital Technology and Data organization, seeking to implement cutting edge data engineering and generative artificial intelligence into the ag industry. With Atlanta’s burgeoning presence as a tech hub and Georgia’s sterling reputation as an agricultural center “provide an ideal backdrop for Cargill’s investment in technology and innovation,” said Brian Sikes, Cargill Board Chair and CEO. The office will immediately create some 400 highly-skilled tech jobs with room to grow as the office expands its reach. RISING…