Step returns to San Francisco on 27 August 2026 at The Midway for the third edition of Step SF - bringing founders, investors, builders, and operators building the next wave of the AI economy. From frontier models and autonomous systems to real-world applications transforming industries, this is where ambitious builders meet the people, ideas, and opportunities shaping the future of tech. Expect a dynamic day of unfiltered conversations, live product showcases, and powerful networking across the entire venue. ✨ What’s Happening Each Day 📅 August 26 5–8 PM: Step SF 2026 Pitch Competition Hosted by AWS at AWS Builder Loft. Register: https://luma.com/SF26PITCH 📅 August 27 9 AM–5:30 PM: Step SF 2026 The Midway, San Francisco. 🌐 Additional Satellite Events August 24, 6 PM: ClawCamp Campfire Frontier Tower, 995 Market Street. August 25, 5:30–8:30 PM: The Future of Work Pitch Night + Open Demos Tesla Showroom, 999 Van Ness Avenue. Register: https://luma.com/yktcpve0 🎙️ Featured Lineup We’re building a speaker lineup of the people actually shaping what’s next. Here’s a sneak peek at who is taking the stage, and this is just the start! Here’s what to expect: Inspiring Talks: Main stage panels and deep dives featuring the visionary founders, investors, and leaders shaping the tech landscape. The Expo Floor: Get hands-on with the next generation of intelligent tools, platforms, and systems. Step SF Is Not Your Average Tech Event Forget rigid agendas. Step runs on a completely different frequency: Spontaneous Connections: Skip formal networking rooms, a casual chat in the courtyard easily sparks your next partnership or investment. Tailored to You: Dive straight into the specific tracks that match your focus and leave with true momentum. 🤝 Founders Meet Backers Step SF bridges the gap between raw innovation and the capital needed to scale it. 1-on-1 Meetings: Pre-matched, face-to-face chats between founders and VCs ready to back what's next. Demo Kiosks: Your own dedicate
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