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📌 This announcement outlines the launch of a Global Human+AI Exchange — aligning universities, global cities, talent networks, and industry to accelerate human-centered AI innovation, technology transfer, and economic growth.
👉 Read more here
⏱️ 8 days to turn your idea, or existing product, into an investable demo.
📅 February 6 - 15, 2026
• Feb 6 - 14 (Online Phase) - Collaborate and build online with developers and AI innovators from around the world. All projects must be submitted by the end of the online phase on February 14th.
🕙 Doors open at 10:00 AM, first come, first served.
• Feb 14 (On‑site Build Day) - Selected participants will be invited to an exclusive in‑person session to refine their projects and connect directly with mentors.
• Feb 15 (On‑site Demos & Awards) - Live pitching sessions to a panel of judges and ecosystem partners, followed by the official winner announcement.
🌟 Get feedback from startup mentors and technical experts.
📍 On-site Venue (Feb 14–15):
MindsDB SF AI Collective
3154 17th St, San Francisco, California, USA
📲 Real-time on-site updates (SF)
For real-time announcements and information during the on-site portion (Feb 14–15), join the LabLab SF Chapter WhatsApp group:
👉 Join the WhatsApp group
🤝 Join solo or with a team. New founders and existing startups are welcome.
🏆 $1,000,000+ in credits, token prizes, perks and funding opportunity.
📍 On-site participation is by invitation only. Travel and accommodation expenses will not be covered.
🧑💻 Apply now to build, validate, and pitch with purpose.
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