AI Gold Rush: How Founders Can Build on Existing Models

Okay, folks, let's talk AI! It feels like every single week there's a brand-new, mind-blowing AI model hitting the scene. It's wild! But with all this rapid innovation, a huge question pops up: how can startups and founders actually *use* all this awesome tech to build something amazing?

That's exactly what we'll be diving into at TechCrunch Sessions: AI on June 5th at UC Berkeley. We're hosting a killer panel called "How Founders Can Build on Existing Foundational Models" and we're bringing in some serious heavy hitters to help us figure it all out.

Who's Gonna Be There?

Get ready to hear from the folks at Google DeepMind, Cohere, and Twelve Labs. These aren't just *any* companies – they're right at the front lines of AI model development. Imagine getting insights directly from the people shaping the future of AI! They'll be sharing their visions for the next generation of AI, explaining how models are getting better, and, crucially, pinpointing the areas where startup founders should – and definitely *shouldn't* – be focusing their energy.

Why You Need to Be There

Seriously, if you want to ride the AI wave instead of getting crushed by it, this panel is a must-attend. We're talking about practical, real-world advice on how to grow *with* the AI giants, not be left in the dust.

We've got some amazing speakers lined up, including:

• Logan Kilpatrick (Google DeepMind): As Senior Product Manager, Logan leads product for Google AI Studio and empowers developers to build on top of Google Gemini. He's previously at OpenAI, so he knows the AI landscape inside and out.
• Sara Hooker (Cohere for AI): Sara heads up the AI research lab at Cohere, one of the hottest AI startups in Silicon Valley, specializing in AI for enterprise solutions. Named one of Time’s 100 most influential people in AI in 2024.
• Jae Lee (Twelve Labs): Jae is the founder and CEO of Twelve Labs, a startup developing AI models that can understand and search video content. Backed by Nvidia, Samsung, and Intel, they're revolutionizing how we interact with video.

The Future is Video (and AI!)

Twelve Labs is doing some truly groundbreaking work. They're building AI models that can analyze videos and find specific moments just by asking in plain English. Think about that! It opens up a whole new world of possibilities for searching, understanding, and using video content. And with over $100 million in funding, they're clearly on to something big.

Don't Get Left Behind

Look, there's a ton of cash flowing into AI startups right now, but not everyone's going to make it. Knowing where the industry is heading is absolutely key to surviving and thriving. So, join us and 1,200 other AI enthusiasts at TC Sessions: AI. It's going to be an incredible day of learning and networking.

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