Events for you

Wed, 5 August 2026

17:30

Stanford, CA, Stanford, United States

Luma San Francisco

This event brings together researchers, founders, and investors to discuss AI applications in biology, focusing on recent papers and rigorous methods. It targets professionals interested in computational biology, AI-driven drug discovery, and related frontier research. Attendees engage through brief presentations and extended discussions with networking over dinner.

Wed, 5 August 2026

18:00

Catalyst Restaurant, Cambridge, United States

Luma Boston

This event is a small, informal networking gathering for computational biologists, AI researchers, biotech founders, and related professionals interested in agentic biology. Attendees can meet others working on trustworthy AI infrastructure for genomics and computational biology. The event fosters open conversation without pitches or panels in a restaurant setting in Cambridge, MA.

Fri, 7 August 2026

16:00Asia / Kolkata

The Circle Work - Coworking Space at Mantri Avenue, Koramangala, Bengaluru, India

Luma Bengaluru

This event explores the shift in modern warfare towards autonomous, software-defined defence systems and the emerging Mosaic Warfare model. It is designed for founders, operators, engineers, and investors interested in autonomy, robotics, and defence technology in India. Attendees will gain insights into autonomous perception, Indian defence-tech market dynamics, and ethical debates about autonomy in weapons.

Tue, 11 August 2026

18:30Asia / Singapore

National Library / Lee Kong Chian Reference Library, Singapore

Luma Singapore

Singapore AI & Robotics Demo Night showcases live demonstrations of AI technologies and robotics to share insights and breakthroughs. The event targets AI practitioners, business decision-makers, and investors interested in AI innovations and trends. Attendees get a chance to see new AI capabilities and network with industry professionals.

Wed, 12 August 2026

18:00

The Engine, Cambridge, United States

Luma Boston

AI+X Meetup brings together founders, investors, researchers, students, and local AI builders in Cambridge to explore how AI is moving from models and demos into real industries. Attendees include members of the Kendall Square ecosystem such as MIT and Harvard affiliates and global project teams. This event offers networking, insights, demos, and conversations with leaders from diverse sectors.

Thu, 13 August 2026

15:00Asia / Singapore

21 Collyer Quay, Singapore

Luma Singapore

This conference analyzes the global distribution of physical AI intellectual property and talent, focusing on opportunities and challenges in the APAC region. It targets R&D, IP, technology leaders, founders, investors, and policy stakeholders active in robotics and embodied AI. Attendees will gain insights into where value is created and the skills gap shaping the ecosystem.

Mon, 17 August 2026

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.

Tue, 18 August 2026

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

Wed, 19 August 2026

10:00Asia / Tokyo

Tokyo Innovation Base, Chiyoda City, Japan

Luma Tokyo

The 2026 Japan-Taiwan Innovation Summit Startup Day brings together promising Taiwanese startups, Japanese companies, VCs, and startup support organizations for business matching. It features pitch sessions covering AI, deep tech, health, enterprise software, and more. Attendees can explore partnerships, investments, and market expansion opportunities between Japan and Taiwan.

Thu, 20 August 2026

09:00

Atlanta, United States

Atlanta Robotics Meetup

RoboGeorgia Summit 2026 focuses on the rise of physical AI and robotics technologies. The summit brings together professionals interested in the development and application of AI in physical systems. Attendees can learn about industry trends and network with experts in Atlanta, US.

Wed, 26 August 2026

09:00

Haute Spot, Leander, United States

Luma Austin

The Plug and Play Cedar Park Expo is a competition-style event showcasing startups in microelectronics and robotics. Attendees include corporate leaders, investors, startups, and ecosystem partners interested in demonstrations, networking, and partnership opportunities. The event offers a platform to explore innovations shaping the future of advanced manufacturing and AI technologies.

Wed, 26 August 2026

19:00Asia / Hong Kong

Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Luma Hong Kong

This event brings together hedge fund professionals, venture capitalists, founders, and engineers from Hong Kong and Silicon Valley for an evening of networking and conversation. The focus is on the intersection of capital and technology, including market trends, venture pipelines, robotics, AI, and green finance. Attendees can share ideas and build connections in a relaxed, social setting.

Thu, 27 August 2026

09:30Europe / Copenhagen

Bella Center Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark

Luma Copenhagen

Defence Tech & Cyber Arena is an event for founders, investors, researchers, and defence partners to explore innovation in defence technology and cybersecurity. The event offers keynotes, panel discussions, and roundtables on AI, drone technology, procurement, and university-industry collaboration. Attendees can network with startups and SMEs advancing defence and dual-use technology.

Mon, 31 August 2026

17:50Europe / Zurich

Switzerland

SECA (Swiss Private Equity & Corporate Finance Association)

This conference gathers industry leaders, investors, and ESG experts to discuss defense sector investing in private equity. Participants explore innovation in cybersecurity, AI, aerospace, space, and dual-use technologies while addressing responsible investing principles. It is aimed at those interested in navigating financial opportunities and ethical considerations in defense-related private markets.

Thu, 10 September 2026

18:00Europe / Berlin

Futury GmbH, Frankfurt am Main, Germany

Luma Frankfurt

This event celebrates the opening of a new AI and quantum computing application center and the first anniversary of the Futury Startup Factory. It features a startup fair with over 50 founding teams, networking with partners, investors, mentors, and other ecosystem players. Attendees can explore innovations in AI and quantum computing and connect with key stakeholders in Frankfurt.

Tue, 15 September 2026

09:00

Simmons Auditorium, Pittsburgh, United States

Luma Pittsburgh

CMU Lab to Market showcases startups emerging from Carnegie Mellon University’s research labs. Investors have an opportunity to explore ventures led by faculty, PhDs, and postdocs in fields such as AI, robotics, cybersecurity, and healthcare. The event focuses on early-stage research-driven companies translating scientific innovation into technology businesses.

Wed, 16 September 2026

16:00

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh, United States

Luma Pittsburgh

The AI & Robotics Venture Day 2026 showcases investment-ready startups from CMU working in AI, robotics, autonomy, and embodied intelligence. It brings together investors, founders, university leaders, and the regional startup community to highlight high-potential companies. This event offers investors priority approval and is part of CMU Startup Week 2026 and StartUP PGH.

Wed, 7 October 2026

Germany

Business Angels Netzwerk Deutschland e.V. (BAND)

This event presents an experience report on investments in AI and Deep Tech sectors. It is aimed at investors and founders interested in emerging technologies and investment strategies. Attendees will learn from practical insights about funding and development in AI and Deep Tech fields.

Thu, 3 December 2026

08:30

Commons Conference Center, Austin, United States

Texas Physical AI Builders

This summit explores autonomy technologies across air, land, and sea with a focus on physical AI. It is designed for founders, investors, and operators interested in the future of autonomous systems. Attendees can learn about financing and building innovations in physical AI in Austin, Texas.