Why Everyone Gets “Open‑Source AI” Wrong - #SFTechWeek
“Everyone talks about open-source AI. Few get it right. Let’s set the record straight.”
Agenda:
● 5:30-6:00 pm Arrivals & Check-In
● 6:00-6:10 pm Welcome Remarks
● 6:10-7:00 pm Panel Discussion
● 7:00-7:30 pm Q&A & Open Mic Demos
● 7:30-8:30 pm Networking
What you’ll hear:
• Qwen team’s first deep-dive talk in Silicon Valley
• Open-source models vs. closed-source: why both are powerful, and what it means for startups
• Open source is more than just models — it’s about building whole new systems
• The next big thing for open-source models and ecosystems
• How top Silicon Valley investors see the new opportunities in open source
Join top voices from Qwen/Alibaba Cloud, Qualcomm Ventures, Novita AI and more firms to discuss the shift from open weights to fully open systems.
Expect sharp insights, audience Q&A, and networking with 100+ builders and decision-makers shaping the future of open-source AI.
This event is a part of #SFTechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.
Brief intro of co-hosts:
GenAI Assmebling: A global community connecting builders, investors, and leaders to shape the future of AI.
Alibaba Cloud: A global leader in full-stack AI services, offering IaaS, PaaS, MaaS, and the open-source Qwen models to power AI innovation worldwide.
Entrepreneurs First: Entrepreneurs First (EF) turns exceptional individuals into funded founders. Some might have an early idea, others may need a cofounder. What matters is their potential. We back these founders first, then give them a bridge to Silicon Valley. To date, their companies are worth > $11B.
AGI Builders Meetup: Open stage for AI builders, researchers and enthusiasts to share, inspire and transform.
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