Watch Now: All Panel Discussions from The 2023 MX Technology and Innovation Summit

As the Founder & GP of MarketX Ventures, I want to extend my deepest gratitude to all the panelists and attendees who made our 2023 MX Technology and Innovation Summit a resounding success! It is our first time getting everyone together after a long hiatus thanks to COVID. I must say - It is so nice to see all of your familiar faces again, and thank you for coming from 4 different continents to join us in San Francisco!

The insights shared across these panels are not just thought-provoking—they are actionable intelligence that can guide our investment strategies and technological focus for the years to come. We are thrilled to present the recorded panels for those who couldn't attend in person, and we hope you find them as enlightening as we did. Thank you for your continued partnership and engagement. We will continue our efforts in investment education. After 9 years of providing consistent webinars on the latest investment ideas and trends, we would like to invite you all to join us on our next webinar here.

If you were unable to attend, we've made all the panel discussions available for you here. These panels cover a wide range of topics crucial to investors, from the future of Generative AI and Next-Generation Semiconductors to Geopolitical Arbitrage and the Electric Revolution. Each panel features industry experts and thought leaders sharing their perspectives on the trends shaping the investment landscape. I invite you to watch and gain valuable insights into these rapidly evolving sectors.

Last but not least, I would like to thank everyone (our MarketX team, and esteemed speakers, Shack 15 and our sponsors) who helped us put together such an inspiring summit. We look forward to seeing you again next year!

Yours truly,

Cathryn Chen

Founder & GP, Radiate Ventures

Founder & CEO, MarketX Ventures

Space Race - Propelling us to New Heights

The "Space Race" panel features an esteemed lineup of industry experts: Jane Poynter, Founder & Co-CEO at Space Perspective, Josh Brost, Senior VP, Revenue at Relativity Space, and Margaret Abernathy, General Counsel and Head of Business Operations at Phase Four. The panel delves into the rapidly evolving landscape of commercial space exploration, discussing the roles and contributions of private companies. For investors keen on understanding and capitalizing on the burgeoning commercial space sector, this panel provides invaluable insights into current trends and future opportunities.

Frontier Tech - Semiconductor

The "Frontier Tech - Semiconductor" panel brings together June Paik, Founder & CEO at FuriosaAI, and Jay Eum, Founding Managing Partner at GFT Ventures. This panel focuses on the cutting-edge advancements in semiconductor technology, particularly in the context of AI and Data Science. June Paik offers insights into the future of GPUs, shedding light on how FuriosaAI is shaping the industry. Jay Eum provides an investor's perspective on the opportunities and challenges in this rapidly evolving sector.

The Future of Interaction

This panel features Jason Chen, CEO/CFO and Chairman of the Board at DIH Management, Sumeet Vaidya, Director of Engineering at Discord, and Alex Wu, Founding Team and VP at Nex. They discuss emerging trends in virtual engagement, from immersive spaces to remote work. Each panelist brings a unique perspective on how technology is shaping the future of interaction, making it a crucial watch for investors interested in digital engagement.

Generative AI - Revolution or Hype?

Join Anant Bhardwaj, Founder and CEO at Instabase, Asaf Yanai, Co-Founder and CEO at Alison AI, Tim Shi, Co-Founder and CTO at Cresta, and Josh Payne, Founder at Coframe, as they dissect the potential and pitfalls of Generative AI. This panel offers a balanced view, demystifying the capabilities and limitations of this transformative technology.

Geopolitical Arbitrage

Explore the complexities of investing in a world influenced by shifting geopolitical landscapes with Tony Chan, President at KAUST; Howard Morgan, Chairman at B Capital Group and Co-founder of First Round Capital; and our own Cathryn Chen, Founder & CEO of MarketX Ventures. This panel delves into how geopolitics is increasingly affecting market dynamics and investment strategies.

Electrification of Everything? - Next-Gen EV Transportation

Join Sampriti Bhattacharyya, Co-founder & CEO at Navier; Monika Mikac, ex-COO at Rimac and current CEO at NAD Capital; Ed Ludlow, Co-host Anchor at Bloomberg Technology; and Arcady Sosinov, CEO of FreeWire Technologies, as they discuss the future of electric vehicles and their broader societal implications. This panel addresses the challenges and breakthroughs in next-gen EV transportation, offering insights into the transformative potential of electrification.

Blockchain Infrastructure

Explore the future of blockchain with Irene Wu, Head of Strategy at LayerZero; Michael Lee, Senior Vice President, Growth at zkSync / Matter Labs; and Ryan Terribilini, Head of Ecosystem Funding at Algorand. This panel delves into the interoperability of blockchains, the tokenization of real assets, and the vision for a decentralized, borderless on-chain global economy.

Our Technology and Innovation Summit offered a comprehensive look into the future of various sectors, from space exploration to blockchain infrastructure. The insights shared by our esteemed panelists provide valuable perspectives for investors looking to navigate the complexities of today's rapidly evolving technological landscape. These discussions not only shed light on current trends but also offer a glimpse into the transformative potential of emerging technologies.

As we continue to engage with industry leaders and innovators, MarketX Ventures remains committed to identifying and investing in disruptive technologies that align with our strategic focus. We invite you to watch these panels to gain a deeper understanding of the opportunities that lie ahead in each sector. For investors interested in these areas, these discussions serve as an invaluable resource for making informed investment decisions.

Please reach out to us at invest@marketxventures.com if you would like to learn more about investing in high growth private technology companies.

Watch Now: All Panel Discussions from The 2023 MX Technology and Innovation Summit

Access all panel discussions to gain investor insights into tech trends from Generative AI to the Electrification of Everything.

Published: Oct 9th, 2023