PGAIA 2026 AI Innovation & Entrepreneurship Competition and AI Frontiers Forum
Welcome to the PGAIA 2026 AI Innovation & Entrepreneurship Competition and AI Frontiers Forum!
Join student founders, emerging AI teams, researchers, and industry professionals at the University of Pennsylvania. Discover early-stage AI projects, hear feedback from judges, explore developments in AI, and connect with potential collaborators.
What to Expect
Startup Pitches
Discover AI products, technologies, and applications presented by competing teams.Judges’ Q&A
Hear discussions on innovation, practical applications, and entrepreneurship.AI Frontiers Forum
Explore recent AI developments, emerging applications, and startup opportunities.Awards & Networking
Meet founders, researchers, and industry peers to explore potential collaborations.
Date & Time
Saturday, November 7, 2026
2:00–6:00 PM Eastern Time
Location
101 Wu & Chen Auditorium, Levine Hall
University of Pennsylvania
3330 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Who Should Attend
Students, researchers, founders, investors, and professionals interested in AI and entrepreneurship.
Optional Networking with ALINE
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Join our PGAIA event community on ALINE to get started.
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Organizer
Global AI Alliance at Penn (PGAIA)
Co-organizer
Global Artificial Intelligence Alliance (GAIA)
Inquiries & Partnerships
Selena Wu
Founder of PGAIA & GAIA
Email: wushuxian2020@gmail.com
WeChat: shuxian2024
Johnny He
Executive President of PGAIA
Email: Johnnyhe@alumni.upenn.edu
WeChat: usjohn66
Fredie Jin
Former Executive President of PGAIA
Email: frediegogle@gmail.com
WeChat: dreambig_1991413
This page is for in-person audience registration, not competition submissions. The program and guest lineup are subject to final confirmation.