The Hartford expands tech team

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The Hartford is opening a technology hub in Columbus, Ohio. 

The new office, which will include new hires and employees who worked remotely in the area, will hold 75 employees. They will be focused on artificial intelligence (AI), cloud architecture and technology transformation.

The Hartford's chief information officer Shekar Pannala, said in a statement: "The Hartford is a destination for top talent working on the frontier of technological change, and this Columbus office is part of our strategy to have employees collaborate on products and services that are integral to the future of insurance. By expanding our technology presence, we are creating opportunities to deliver faster, smarter solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers."

The Hartford has technology centers in Hartford, Connecticut, Chicago, Charlotte, North Carolina, and Hyderabad, India.

"We are excited to add Columbus as our newest tech hub, a collaborative space where AI scientists and engineers will develop cutting-edge solutions to advance insurance innovation," Jeff Hawkins, head of data, AI and operations at The Hartford, said in the press release. "Columbus offers a rich pool of tech and AI talent, along with proximity to world-class universities and vibrant local amenities, making it an ideal location to attract and grow top technology talent."