Builders N' Brews: Harvey Raises at 11 Billion Valuation, SEC Clarity, and more Deep Tech.
HarveyAI's latest $200 MM fundraise?! The SEC providing clarity re: Crypto?! Trying to keep up and make sense of this news and the latest news in AI, crypto, deep tech, and more? Missing IRL/in-person connections and collaboration with crypto and AI folks?
You are in the right place if you answered "yes" to any of the above and/or operating in these industries and want to dive deeper.
Join us for an exclusive afternoon and evening of building, learning, and connecting in the heart of San Francisco with the best of Web3, AI, and deep tech, in the Bay Area (and beyond)! 🚀
Recently, the SEC provided follow-up, essential guidance on Crypto (https://www.sec.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2026-30-sec-clarifies-application-federal-securities-laws-crypto-assets) and Harvey just announced its recent $200 MM raise at a 11 Billion valuation.
Whether you want to dive deeper on the implications of the above, or you're shipping the next big dApp or exploring AI and Web3 opportunities for your next venture or investment, this intimate gathering brings together passionate community members for meaningful connections, fresh insights, and collaborative energy. Come for the conversations, stay for the community!
Seats are limited and invite-only; bring your laptop, curiosity, and best gm energy.
Networking
Arrive early to collaborate and crush your to-dos alongside fellow builders, whether swapping ideas, shipping features, or simply snagging Wi-Fi vibes with fellow builders and creators.
Panel Discussions and Audience Q&A
This panel brings together builders and operators in AI and emerging technologies to discuss the evolving SEC landscape around crypto, digital assets, compliance, and regulation, followed by engaging group discussions.
Sanjeev Birari, Co-Founder & CBO, Zoniqx
Alan Leong, Investor & Managing Partner, Hesperian Ventures
Brett Bunnell, Partner, Cole-Frieman & Mallon LLP
Aman Johar, CEO & Co-Founder, DataCurve
Happy Hour & Food
With drinks, appetizers, networking, and good vibes to wrap up the day
Energy by being together with fellow builders.
Access to new avenues of collaboration by having meaningful and light conversation with good-hearted, ambitious, and intentional people in the AI and Web3 space.
Feedback, tools, and tips for what you are building or the people you are leading or advising.
4:15PM – 5:00 PM | Networking & Check-In
5:00PM – 5:10 PM | Intro and Partner Highlight (Part I)
5:10PM - 5:40PM | Deep Tech Panel: SEC & Crypto
Sanjeev Birari, Co-Founder & CBO, Zoniqx
Alan Leong, Investor & Managing Partner, Hesperian Ventures
Brett Bunnell, Partner, Cole-Frieman & Mallon LLP
Aman Johar, CEO & Co-Founder, DataCurve
5:40PM - 5:45 PM | Partner Highlight (Part II)
5:45PM - 6:15 PM | Deep Tech Panel Continued: Harvey, AI Use Cases/Developments, and Audience Q&A
6:15PM – 7:00 PM | Networking Continued
7:00 PM | Go Home, Do Life, and Follow-Up With Your New/Rekindled Connections
About Us
Cole-Frieman & Mallon LLP
Cole-Frieman & Mallon LLP is a premium, boutique business law firm advising and supporting the founders in all verticals (and especially web3, AI, and deep tech) through all lifecycles of a company, and the investors, fund managers, and funds who invest in them.
Brett Bunnell, Alex Yastremski, and Dave Rothschild
Fidelity Private Shares
Fidelity Private Shares is a trusted equity management platform for growing private companies. From early rounds to IPO, they bring clarity to complex ownership – connecting cap tables, 409A valuations, data room, and modeling tools for next-round and exit planning. Backed by Fidelity’s reputation for trust and long-term reliability, so you can scale confidently and focus on what’s next.
Attendees of this event receive a 20% discount on any Fidelity Private Shares paid subscription plan. You can see an overview of their product here, or you can contact David Santana for more information.
Orbis86
Orbis86 is driving emerging tech innovation through its Engage – Educate – Elevate approach, creating personalized experiences and seamless cross-chain integration. We host global events that unite communities around Web3 and AI, fostering meaningful discussions and collaboration. Our mission is to build an inclusive ecosystem where individuals can learn, grow, and shape the future of decentralized technology.
Offchain Global
OffChain is a global community with over 70 chapters around the world for Web3 professionals, tech enthusiasts and entrepreneurs. We welcome like-minded people to build and connect. Each chapter/city aims to have a base of regular casual social gatherings or speaking events so we can bridge and connect.
Punch Financial
Punch Financial LLC (www.punchfinancial.com) is a specialty accounting & CFO services for tech startups and emerging venture funds, supporting the founders in all verticals through all lifecycles of a company. In addition, Punch assists emerging venture fund managers with all aspects of fund admin and operations. Punch specializes in emerging venture funds from $50MM to $2B in AUM. Please reach out to Frank Mastronuzzi ([email protected]) with any questions or a 25% discount on the first 3 months of our services when you mention this event.
Fundable Startups
Sam Wong is a startup investor with Band of Angels and a seasoned startup operator. Sam is CEO of Fundable Startups, a startup training academy that enables entrepreneurs to build healthy, fundable companies before helping them raise funds, scale and exit. Sam served as CEO, CTO, or technical VP for five startups, resulting in three acquisitions. Sam is the author of 21 Secrets of Successful Startups, a book about startup execution.
The Fine Print
We review and approve/deny all attendees, with an eye towards those building in AI, Web3, and deep tech, and we may remove attendees from the event list who are doing otherwise. If you are not invited or approved initially and want to attend, please be sure to communicate why you think you are a good potential fit for this event, and we will review. Also, by registering for this event, you consent to be subscribed to our newsletters for updates on future workshops, events, and resources. You may unsubscribe at any time.
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