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Code, Capital & Consequences

 

Spotlighting the next generation of AI-native startups and the global investors backing the future of intelligence.

 

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“The energy around AI entrepreneurship has never been greater, but, for founders, nothing beats in-person facetime with investors at properly curated events. The Pathfounders Stage at World Summit AI aims to deliver on that promise,”

– Mike Butcher

World Summit AI has teamed up with Pathfounders, the new tech startup media brand launched by former TechCrunch Editor Mike Butcher, to host the new VC & Startup-focused:

Pathfounders Stage: Code, Capital & Consequences

What’s in store?

  • Investor Insights

Get into the heads of global investors and big tech on what they are looking for in this new wave of start-ups

  • The magic 8 ball

 See what’s coming down the track for Al and unpack the opportunities and challenges it presents for Founders and Investors

  • AI Founder Q&As

Hear from Founders who are leading the next generation of Al unicorns

  • Pathfounder Battleground: Startup Competition

 5 startups will pitch to a panel of top tier Investors

What else is on for startups and investors?

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Pathfounder Battleground: Startup Competition

A hand selected judging panel of top tier global VCs, with Mike Butcher at the helm as the panel chair, will hear quick fire pitches from 5 cutting edge startups on day one of the event.  The final two chosen start-ups will battle it out on the mainstage to be crowned the “Pathfounder to watch” Start-up competition winner for 2026. 

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Start-up Accelerator

This lively pod area is for start-ups who want guaranteed visibility and to have a space on the expo floor where investors and customers can drop by, check out demos or products. 

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Investors Club

Identify potential AI start-ups, emerging technologies, and innovative projects for investment opportunities. Vetted investors will receive complimentary all access passes to not miss a beat on the next big thing in AI. 

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Matchmaking

Startups and investors will be able to network and schedule 1-2-1 meetings on our AI-powered networking app. Fill out your profile to be connected with the right capital and partners for you. 

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Startup Mixer

The renowned World Summit AI startup mixer will happen on the evening of the 7th October. Don’t miss a chance to mingle with likeminded Founders and seasoned investors. More details to come…