About the Event

Humanoid robots are dominating the media, but where is the real commercial traction in this field today? 💼

Discover which robotics sectors are scaling and which technologies are still facing significant challenges. Join us for a fireside chat featuring leading Silicon Valley investors specializing in robotics, deep tech, and physical AI.

Attendees will also have the chance to network with over 30 senior executives from Taiwan's robotics, automation, and advanced manufacturing sectors, representing 18 major Taiwanese companies. 🌏✨

Taiwan holds a pivotal role in the global hardware and manufacturing supply chain. For founders, investors, and industry leaders focused on robotics commercialization and partnerships, this is a unique opportunity to connect with key decision-makers from Taiwan's premier robotics and automation firms.

We will delve into the current landscape of robotics and physical AI, discuss the gap between hype and reality, and explore where the next wave of venture-backed opportunities may arise.

Discussion Topics

• What's Working Today?
  Industrial automation, healthcare robotics, logistics, food service, drones, and autonomous systems. 📈
• Humanoids: Reality or Hype?
  Addressing the remaining technical, operational, and commercial barriers to adoption. 🔍
• The Missing 'Robot Brain'
  Who is creating the foundation models and AI systems that could lead to the next generation of robotics? 🧠
• Who's Making the Biggest Moves?
  Insights on what companies like NVIDIA, Tesla, Google, Figure, and others are doing that catch investor attention. 💡
• Where Are VCs Actually Investing?
  Understanding how investors evaluate robotics opportunities and which areas of physical AI are gaining traction. 💰

Speakers

To Be Announced.

Who Should Attend?

• Robotics founders
• Physical AI startups
• Hardware entrepreneurs
• Manufacturing and automation leaders
• Investors interested in robotics and deep tech
• Engineers and researchers focused on intelligent machines

Agenda

• 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM Registration & Coffee Networking ☕
• 10:00 AM – 10:05 AM Welcome Remarks 🎤
• 10:05 AM – 10:45 AM Fireside Chat 🔥
• 10:45 AM – 11:00 AM Audience Q&A ❓
• 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Networking with Speakers, Founders, Investors, and Taiwan Robotics Industry Leaders 🤝

Organized By

Taiwan Automation Intelligence and Robotics Association (TAIROA)
TAIROA is Taiwan's foremost industry platform for robotics, automation, system integration, ICT, smart manufacturing, standards, and certification. It unites robotics manufacturers, component suppliers, system integrators, and industrial partners to foster global robotics innovation and commercialization.

Startup Island TAIWAN Silicon Valley Hub
As part of a national initiative, Startup Island TAIWAN supports Taiwanese startups in global expansion, connecting them with investors and corporate partners right from the heart of Silicon Valley.

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