AI Startup Boom ‘Here to Stay’ in Virginia

Beth Waller, Principal and Chair of Woods Rogers’ Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Practice, was featured in a recent Virginia Business article discussing the rapid growth of AI startups across the state. In the article, Beth points to Virginia’s leadership in the AI movement.

Northern Virginia, in particular, is considered the data center capital of the world, having the highest number of data centers globally, making it easier for AI startups to tap into resources other states are ‘racing’ to build, Beth said in an interview.

With record investment flowing into AI ventures and a growing ecosystem of founders, researchers, and legal minds, Beth’s insights underscore the critical role of legal guidance in navigating the complex landscape of data governance and regulatory compliance.

Read the full article in Virginia Business.