Applied AI Society x SIT SV Hub Present: The Future of Data Centers, Deep Tech & AI Investing
✨ About the Event
Join Applied AI Society and Startup Island TAIWAN – Silicon Valley Hub for an evening of insightful conversation, light refreshments, and meaningful connections exploring the future of data centers, deep technology, and AI investing.
As artificial intelligence reshapes industries around the world, demand for the infrastructure powering it—from data centers, chips, energy, and cooling systems to networking, cybersecurity, and cloud platforms—is accelerating rapidly. At the same time, investors are navigating new opportunities and risks across the deep tech and AI ecosystem.
This intimate fireside chat brings together investors, founders, and technology leaders to discuss where the market is heading, which technologies and business models matter most, and how the next generation of AI infrastructure will be built and financed.
Designed with a relaxed happy-hour atmosphere, the evening offers plenty of time to meet fellow founders, investors, operators, and technologists from across Silicon Valley and Taiwan’s innovation ecosystem.
Whether you are building, investing, operating, or simply curious about the technologies behind the AI revolution, we invite you to join the conversation.
🗓 Agenda
5:30–6:00 PM｜Registration & Light Refreshments
6:00–6:10 PM｜Opening Remarks & Group Photo
6:10–7:00 PM｜Fireside Chat
7:00–8:00 PM｜Happy Hour & Networking
👥 Meet the Panelists
Serephina Ha
General Partner, Axci Capital
Serephina Ha is a founder-turned-venture investor and fractional CFO focused on supporting entrepreneurs building what comes next. Drawing on her experience across company building, finance, and venture capital, she brings a practical perspective on evaluating emerging technologies, financing innovation, and helping founders turn ambitious ideas into scalable businesses.
Konstantin Miatchine
Chief Executive Officer, Root Utility Network
Konstantin Miatchine is CEO of Root Utility Network. His work sits at the intersection of infrastructure, utilities, and technology—areas becoming increasingly important as AI-driven demand places new pressure on power systems and data center capacity. He brings an operator’s perspective on building the physical and digital foundations required for the next generation of computing.
Chenxi Wang
Managing General Partner, Rain Capital
Dr. Chenxi Wang is an investor, cybersecurity expert, and Fortune 500 board member affiliated with Rain Capital. A recognized voice in venture capital, cybersecurity, AI, and board governance, she was named a VentureBeat Women in AI Award winner. Chenxi brings extensive experience assessing emerging technologies, supporting founders, and helping organizations navigate innovation and security at scale.
Moderator
Arjun Rai
Executive Director, Applied AI Society
Arjun Rai is a product leader, entrepreneur, and community builder focused on artificial intelligence, open source software, and emerging technologies. Through Applied AI Society, he brings together founders, investors, researchers, students, and operators to explore the future of AI, open source, infrastructure, venture capital, and deep technology through events, conferences, fireside chats, and educational programming. He also works at OpenTeams.com on product and partnerships and OTIncubator.com (a Venture Studio) + Open Tech Ventures (VC Firm) on Investor Relations and Partnerships. Learn more at ArjunRai.me.
🤝 Organized By
Applied AI Society
Applied AI Society is a community of founders, investors, researchers, operators, developers, and technologists dedicated to advancing the future of artificial intelligence through education, collaboration, and innovation.
Through fireside chats, conferences, workshops, podcasts, networking events, and industry partnerships, Applied AI Society creates opportunities for meaningful conversations around AI, open source software, venture capital, infrastructure, hardware, and emerging technologies.
Our mission is to help connect the people building the future—from students and researchers to startup founders, enterprise leaders, and investors.
Learn more at AppliedAISociety.org.
Startup Island TAIWAN Silicon Valley Hub
Startup Island TAIWAN is a national initiative supporting Taiwanese startups expanding globally. Located in Palo Alto, the Silicon Valley Hub connects founders with investors, corporate partners, and innovation ecosystems while serving as a bridge between Taiwan and Silicon Valley.
The Hub regularly hosts events, delegation visits, founder programs, and ecosystem gatherings that strengthen collaboration between Taiwan's technology ecosystem and the global innovation community.
⚠️ Space is limited. Register early to secure your spot!