Meet the builders, exchange ideas, and leave with something new. Around the world or online.
Ugly Talk will bring founders together for candid discussions of costly mistakes, setbacks, resilience, and practical ways to respond when things go sideways. The program will feature a keynote from Ben McKean, Hungryroot founder and CEO and former Groupon vice president and general manager, followed by a founder panel and audience Q&A.
Explore eventThe screening of *The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist* will explore AI’s existential risks and transformative potential through director Daniel Roher’s perspective as a father-to-be and conversations with leading voices in AI. A post-screening discussion will be hosted by Miami Chapter members of The AI Collective, a global nonprofit connecting more than 200,000 AI leaders, builders, and stakeholders.
Explore eventThe event will center on AI agents. Luma registration will be required for building access; a Meetup RSVP alone won’t guarantee entry.
Explore eventThis monthly AI conversation will explore practical experiments, questions, and ideas, kicking off with personal AI agents and a demo from Nadia Ellis of Curiosity. The AI Collective NZ brings together a global nonprofit community of 200,000+ leaders, builders, and stakeholders across 100+ forums.
Explore eventParticipants will work in four-person pods with technical mentor support to build and demo a working AI-assisted prototype by the end of the event, no pitch required.
Explore eventThis hands-on workshop will teach practical AI prompting for work, data, and everyday tasks, no prior experience needed. Bring a laptop, a free AI account, and a task to try.
Explore eventBuilders Night will bring software, hardware, business, and creative projects into a focused weekly work sprint, with quiet build time followed by peer feedback and support. Hosted by Rally SF, a community for AI-first builders and operators, the gathering will offer accountability and momentum without lectures or networking.
Explore eventThe EWPN Annual Conference 2026 will explore how to make AI in finance and payments human-centred, inclusive, and responsible, with sessions on leadership, the EU AI Act, AI agents, resilience, and meaningful payment design. EWPN’s international network of ambassadors and strengthened executive and advisory board will bring experienced perspectives from across fintech and payments.
Explore eventThe event will explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the modern workplace and reshaping the future of work.
Explore eventProfessionals will explore the complexities of procuring AI and managing AI contracts, with practical insights for navigating this fast-evolving field.
Explore eventAttendees will learn how to use GEO to improve discoverability in AI-powered search and craft stories that resonate with people. The session will be free to attend, with lunch included.
Explore eventEarly-stage investors will share how they evaluate AI-native and agentic startups, covering valuations, traction, teams, red flags, and what founders should be ready to answer before raising. The candid panel will be part of FI’s AI-Native Series.
Explore eventA two-day “AI-Enabled Startup Marketing” boot camp will explore practical AI tools for startup marketing strategy and execution, grounded in timeless customer-focused fundamentals. VMS mentor Louis Gudema, who has led marketing for or mentored more than 40 startups and authored the award-winning *Bullseye Marketing*, will lead the sessions.
Explore eventNew York Robotics and Intel will host a hands-on workshop for robotics developers, engineers and technical founders exploring Physical AI, perception, real-time control and scalable edge computing. Attendees will work with preconfigured robotics systems, hear directly from Intel engineers and explore ecosystem partner solutions for moving AI-enabled robotics toward real-world deployment.
Explore eventThe TechEquity Summit will gather over 2,000 AI leaders, founders, investors, and educators from diverse sectors for four days of keynotes, workshops, and networking focused on responsible AI development and real-world applications. Attendees will include seasoned developers, startup founders, and career-transition professionals eager to deepen their hands-on AI expertise.
Explore eventThe 2026 State of AI launch will feature report author Nathan Benaich of Air Street Capital, Macrodata CEO Guilherme Penedo on frontier robotics data, and Alta Aares Head of Data Jules Giraud on autonomous air defense, followed by refreshments. Attendees will need valid physical government-issued ID for entry.
Explore eventTwilio's bringing developers together for an evening diving deep into AI-powered communications, with hands-on exploration of their latest tools like Conversational Intelligence and Claude Code skills plus an interactive build challenge to spark your next big idea.
Explore eventThe Twilio team will explore what’s next for AI and communications through practical examples, networking, and a hands-on build challenge, bring a laptop to take part.
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