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Conviction 2026 Main Event

ConferenceAI & Machine LearningFinTechWeb3 & CryptoPolicy & EcosystemIn personFree
08:00
Thiskyhall Sala Convention Center, Thủ Đức, Vietnam
Luma Ho Chi Minh City

Conviction 2026 is a conference connecting Vietnam to the global digital asset economy. It targets financial institutions, investors, policymakers, and enterprises focused on blockchain, digital assets, and artificial intelligence. Attendees explore real-world applications and policy-aligned adoption for regulated digital asset deployment and enterprise AI solutions.

Investors

Pathways for Regulatory and Market Access Bootcamp 2026

WorkshopPolicy & Ecosystem
Portugal
Startup Portugal

This workshop covers pathways for regulatory and market access, helping founders and operators understand how to navigate legal and compliance challenges. It is designed for startup stakeholders seeking to enter or expand into regulated markets. Attendees will gain practical knowledge to improve their market entry strategies and regulatory readiness.

FoundersHands-OnOperators

Why Atlanta Has the Unique Ingredients to Lead the World in Energy Innovation

EventClimate & EnergyPolicy & EcosystemIn personFree
13:00
Tech Square ATL, Atlanta, United States
Luma Atlanta

This event explores Atlanta's unique strengths in sustainability and clean energy, highlighting the city's concentration of energy expertise, talent, capital, and corporate innovation. It is aimed at professionals interested in how Atlanta and Georgia are positioned to lead global energy innovation. Attendees will learn why this region is emerging as a key player in the next era of energy technology.

InvestorsTalks & PanelsOperators

The AI Briefing by Startup Grind - Agentic Governance

EventAI & Machine LearningPolicy & EcosystemIn person
10:00America / New York
Civic Hall, New York City, United States
Startup Grind NYC

This event presents a briefing on agentic governance in AI, focusing on the implications and governance of autonomous AI agents. It is designed for professionals interested in AI policy, governance, and technology developments in New York City. Attendees can explore governance challenges related to cutting-edge AI systems.

Operators

Closing Party CTW 2026

EventPolicy & EcosystemIn personFree
20:00
Hi, I’m Sci, Bogotá, Colombia
Luma Bogotá

This event is the closing party of Colombia Tech Week 2026, celebrating the largest tech week in Latin America. It gathers founders, CEOs, investors, corporate leaders, and key ecosystem players to honor the effort and celebrate future opportunities. Attendees can network and connect in one of Bogotá’s top venues with about 1,000 participants.

FoundersInvestorsNetworking

Idea to Prototype: A Civics and Elections Hackathon

HackathonAI & Machine LearningPolicy & EcosystemIn personFree
09:00
3501 Nebraska Ave NW, Washington, United States
Luma Washington, DC

This is a one-day hackathon focused on building AI-powered prototypes that address civic engagement and election challenges. It welcomes beginners and participants in an ongoing civics program to collaborate on real problems and create testable solutions. Attendees leave with a working prototype and a plan for real-world testing.

Idea StageHands-OnFirst-Time Founders

2026 Japan-Taiwan Innovation Summit - Osaka Session

SummitAI & Machine LearningHealth & BioDeep TechPolicy & EcosystemIn personFree
10:00Asia / Tokyo
NORIBA10 Umeda, Osaka, Japan
Luma Osaka

The 2026 Japan-Taiwan Innovation Summit in Osaka gathers startups, corporations, and investors from Taiwan and Japan to celebrate an MOU strengthening their collaboration. The event showcases innovation in AI, digital transformation, deep tech, healthcare, and biotechnology. Attendees explore new business partnerships and ecosystem connections in the Kansai region.

InvestorsNetworking

2026 Japan-Taiwan Innovation Summit Day 1-Bridging Day

SummitAI & Machine LearningHealth & BioDeep TechPolicy & EcosystemIn personFree
09:30Asia / Tokyo
Tokyo Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Chiyoda City, Japan
Luma Tokyo

Japan–Taiwan Innovation Summit 2026 は、Startup Island TAIWAN が主催する、日本と台湾のイノベーション連携を推進する年次フラッグシップ・サミットです。 本年のテーマは、 「From Startups to Strategy:台湾・日本ディープテック連携による経済成長と経済安全保障」 AI、半導体、バイオテクノロジー、信頼できるデジタルインフラ、戦略産業を中心に、台湾・日本・米国の政府関係者、企業、投資家、研究機関、スタートアップが集まり、民主主義陣営におけるイノベーション連携と強靭なテクノロジー・エコシステムの構築について議論します。 基調講演、パネルディスカッション、スタートアップ展示、ネットワーキングを通じて、技術開発、産業応用、クロスボーダー投資、グローバル市場展開における新たな協力の可能性を探ります。 本サミットは、単なるスタートアップイベントではなく、政府・企業・投資家・起業家をつなぎ、戦略的対話を実践的な連携へと発展させるためのプラットフォームです。 ⏰ アジェンダ 09:30 – 10:00|受付 午前プログラム 10:00 – 10:10|オープニング 10:10 – 10:20|開会挨拶 △台湾 国家発展委員会-葉俊顯(YEH,CHUN-HSIEN)主任委員 10:20 – 10:35|基調講演①「スタートアップから戦略的成長へ ― 台湾・日本が共に築くテクノロジー連携と経済成長戦略」 △台湾 国家発展委員会産業発展処-蕭振榮(HSIAO, CHEN-JUNG)処長 10:35 – 10:45|VIPスピーチ △JETRO-高島大浩(Takashima Tomohiro)理事 10:45 – 11:00|VIPスピーチ △東京都-小池百合子(Koike Yuriko)知事 11:00 – 11:10|基調講演② ※確認中 △中小企業基盤整備機構-Senior Researcher 坂本英輔 (Sakamoto Eisuke) 11:10 – 11:20|基調講演③「日米台ディープテック協業:京セラCVCが推進するオープンイノベーションと企業変革」 △京セラ株式会社 ※確認中 11:20 – 11:30|基調講演④「日台米で築くイノベーション・エコシステム ― 多国間の繁栄と技術発展に向けて」 △ ※確認中 11:30 – 11:40|基調講演⑤ ※確認中 △※確認中 11:40 – 11:55|スタートアップショーケース △Phasetrum Inc. △HCmed Innovations Co., Ltd. 12:00 – 14:00|ネットワーキング・スタートアップ展示 13:30 – 14:00|受付 午後プログラム|戦略産業とクロスボーダー・イノベーション 14:00 – 14:30|パネルディスカッション①「Biotech × AI × 日台投資連携 ―投資家が見るバイオAIの産業価値」 △DCI Partners 取締役-兒玉俊太郎(Shuntaro Kodama)※確認中 △SIGKNOW. △CancerFree Biotech △C4U 14:30 – 14:40|基調講演①「The Next Wave of AI Infrastructure ―投資家が見るAIサプライチェーンにおける日台連携の可能性」 △※確認中 14:40 – 15:10|パネルディスカッション②「信頼されるAIインフラの構築 ―AIサプライチェーンにおける日台連携の可能性」 △※確認中 15:10 – 15:50|パネルディスカッション③「AIが支えるレジリエント・サプライチェーン:日台連携によるスマート物流・サイバーセキュリティ・データ統合」 △Market Intelligence & Consulting Institute(MIC)-洪春暉(Chris Hung)所長 15:50 – 16:10|エンディング

FoundersInvestors

Lunsjseminar Nor-Fishing

NetworkingFundraisingPolicy & EcosystemIn person
11:00Europe / Oslo
Trondheim, Norway
Innovation Norway

Norwegian agencies Innovasjon Norge and Eksportfinansiering Norge present a lunch seminar at Nor-Fishing focused on financing solutions and advisory for the fisheries and aquaculture value chain. The event targets industry stakeholders interested in innovation, growth, and expanding into international markets. Attendees can learn about financial opportunities and export promotion within the Norwegian fishery sector.

Networking

Get Business From NYC and NYS Government: M/WBE Certification

WebinarPolicy & EcosystemIn personFree
18:30America / New York
Online, United States
Queens Economic Development Corporation (QEDC)

This webinar explains how to get certified as a Minority or Woman-owned Business Enterprise with New York City and New York State. It covers requirements for obtaining government contracts and strategies for leveraging certification to increase business opportunities. The event is designed for diverse entrepreneurs seeking access to government contracting.

Female FoundersOnlineFree to Attend

Will the Job Market Improve by Fall? Top Economic Trends Driving the Market

MeetupPolicy & EcosystemOnline
08:00
Online, United States
Austin / TX / Tech, Entrepreneurship, AI & Venture Capital

This online meetup examines upcoming economic trends and their potential impact on the job market by fall. It is suited for professionals interested in labor market dynamics and economic indicators. Participants can gain insights on factors shaping employment prospects in the near future.

Talks & PanelsOnline

LATAM Digital Assets Conf

ConferenceFinTechWeb3 & CryptoFundraisingPolicy & EcosystemIn personFree
08:00
Vedia 3892, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Luma Buenos Aires

LATAM Digital Assets Conf is a two-day institutional conference in Buenos Aires focusing on digital assets, traditional finance, and regulation. It gathers C-level executives, regulators, investment funds, and protocol founders to discuss payments, stablecoins, tokenization, and capital markets. Attendees engage with the rapid growth and adoption of digital assets across Latin America.

FoundersInvestors

AgriFood Tech Singapore Meetup: August 2026

MeetupPolicy & EcosystemIn personFree
17:00Asia / Singapore
L^IFE, Singapore
Luma Singapore

This meetup brings together founders, investors, researchers, corporates, and enthusiasts interested in AgriFood technology. It features discussions and networking focused on ecosystem developments in Singapore, Korea, Taiwan, and Japan. Attendees can hear from regional experts and participate in a panel and networking session to share insights and build connections.

FoundersInvestorsNetworkingTalks & Panels

1871 Events: Scale the System: 1871 Emerging Tech Innovation Summit

CompetitionAI & Machine LearningWeb3 & CryptoFundraisingPolicy & EcosystemIn person
09:00
Chicago, IL, Chicago, United States
Luma Chicago

This event features a full-day summit exploring policy, innovation, and scaling in emerging technologies like AI, Quantum, and Web3. It brings together builders, investors, policymakers, and enterprise leaders to discuss regulation and funding while showcasing startup pitches and networking opportunities. Attendees will gain insights into the current tech landscape and see live pitching for non-dilutive funding.

PitchingInvestors

Cardano August Monthly Meetup

MeetupWeb3 & CryptoPolicy & EcosystemIn personFree
14:00
Blockchain Centre NBO, Nairobi, Kenya
Luma Nairobi

This event provides updates on Cardano governance and ecosystem, including a guest speaker session and an interactive quest. It is for individuals interested in Cardano and Web3 technology who want to engage with the community and learn about the latest developments. Attendees can also network over food and drinks while participating in a live Q&A.

NetworkingTalks & PanelsFree to Attend

Will the Job Market Improve by Fall? Top Economic Trends Driving the Market

MeetupPolicy & EcosystemOnline
00:00Asia / Seoul
Online, New Zealand
New Zealand Startup: Idea to IPO

This online meetup explores economic trends influencing the job market and examines whether conditions will improve by fall. It is aimed at professionals interested in job market dynamics and economic forecasts. Attendees can gain insight into factors affecting hiring and employment prospects in the near future.

Talks & PanelsOnlineOperators

Pasadena Tech Happy Hour

NetworkingPolicy & EcosystemIn personFree
18:00America / Los Angeles
Hawg Heaven BBQ & Gastro Pub, Pasadena, United States
Luma Los Angeles

This event gathers tech professionals in Pasadena for networking and community building. Attendees include entrepreneurs, investors, designers, and developers seeking connections, collaborators, and access to local tech resources. It supports the growth of Pasadena's diverse tech ecosystem through regular monthly meetups.

FoundersInvestorsNetworkingOperators