Physical AI Builders Showcase: Robots, Agents, Superhuman, and Manufacturing
In Strategic Collaboration With
Physical AI Builders (PAB)
Physical AI Podcast
Austin–San Antonio Entrepreneurs (ASAE)
Austin Robotic and AI Community
Physical AI Podcast
Texas Real Estate Network
As the high-visibility capstone to our spring 2026 Physical AI series — following the Inaugural Physical AI Meetup in Austin (Feb 19) and the Dallas Physical AI Forum (March 5) — the SXSW Physical AI Showcase delivers an elevated, must-attend platform amid the global spotlight
Speakers:
David Cao, F50; Physical AI Podcast /Newsletter
Thomas Miranda, Topline Ventures
Harnshi Jani, Physical AI Advisory Committee | Ex Managing Director and Partner, BCG X
Mike Pendleton, CEO, The AI Cowboys
Florin Matei, Austin Robotics and AI
Liberty Madison, PropTech House
Winnie Wu, Long 100 Finance
Sheng Huang, Founder Mindmap Nation
More to come
This premier afternoon event unites leading minds from embodied AI, robotics, autonomous systems, and industrial transformation with the world's top creatives, technologists, investors, executives, and innovators converging on Austin during SXSW's renowned Innovation Conference (featuring dedicated Tech & AI programming).
Positioned as a strategic intersection of deep tech and global influence, the Showcase amplifies Physical AI's real-world momentum — spotlighting deployments that bridge digital intelligence with physical infrastructure, manufacturing, supply chains, and critical systems — to an international audience hungry for the next frontier beyond generative AI.
Event Format & Highlights
Visionary Keynotes & Featured Presentations — Insights from pioneers on global Physical AI strategies, embodied intelligence scaling, and the convergence of AI with physical industries.
Expanded Showcase Track — Extended lightning pitches (5–7 min + Q&A), live demos, and interactive exhibits featuring cutting-edge robotics, humanoid systems, AI agents in physical environments, and edge intelligence solutions.
High-Impact Panels & Fireside Chats — Discussions on JV/M&A in Physical AI, investment trends in robotics & autonomous systems, AI security for critical infrastructure, smart factories, autonomous supply chains, and the societal/economic implications of superhuman physical AI.
Real-World Case Studies — Deployments from factory floors, industrial sites, data centers, PropTech projects, and cross-border logistics powered by embodied AI.
Premium Networking — Dedicated collaboration zones, VIP receptions, and targeted matchmaking to forge partnerships with manufacturers, investors, ecosystem leaders, SXSW attendees, and global decision-makers.
Call for Speakers, Panelists & Showcase Participants We are curating an elite lineup for this flagship SXSW-adjacent event. Ideal participants include:
Speakers & Panelists (10–25 minute formats) Dynamic experts, founders, C-level executives, researchers, and practitioners addressing:
Industrial robotics, humanoids, cobots, and embodied AI deployments at scale
Digital twins, simulation platforms, and edge AI for real-time physical control
AI-native security for critical infrastructure and autonomous systems
Smart factories, autonomous supply chains, and next-generation manufacturing transformation
Supply chain innovations supporting robot/hardware ecosystems
Investment, M&A/JV strategies, and global scaling of Physical AI ventures
Strategic initiatives shaping the future of embodied intelligence worldwide
Startup & Innovator Showcase Founders and teams building breakthrough solutions — secure a prime demo/pitch slot to present to investors, corporates, and ecosystem leaders:
Advanced industrial robotics and humanoid platforms
Digital twins & high-fidelity simulation for physical AI
Edge AI and real-time control systems
AI-enhanced security & critical infrastructure protection
Autonomous supply chains, smart logistics, and factory automation
Application Process Submit your proposal (speaker abstract, bio, or startup pitch deck + impact overview) via the dedicated form. 👉 Apply here: https://forms.gle/fEBekibRxoV9V7KD7 (or reply to community outreach for SXSW-specific consideration)
Deadline: Rolling acceptances — priority submissions by February 10, 2026 for prominent placement. Selected participants receive complimentary access, featured promotion across Physical AI Builders & F50 channels, and elevated exposure during SXSW week.
This is more than a showcase — it's a strategic launchpad amplifying Physical AI's narrative on the global stage, connecting Texas innovation with SXSW's international audience, and accelerating adoption across industries.
Build Toward the Flagship: These spring events culminate in the F50 Dallas Physical AI Summit on June 9, 2026 at UT Dallas — the definitive gathering for 500+ attendees and 200+ key decision-makers driving North America's Physical AI, robotics, infrastructure, manufacturing, data centers, and PropTech renaissance.
Join us March 13 in Austin for inspiration, high-stakes connections, and the thrill of shaping the physical future of AI amid SXSW's creative energy.
We look forward to featuring your expertise and innovations.
For inquiries, sponsorships, or collaborations: Contact the Physical AI Builders team.
The physical future is unfolding — be part of the showcase that defines it. 🚀🤖
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