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Top Orange County executives will headline the Greater Irvine Chamber 2026 Greater Irvine Chamber Celebrate Irvine & Mid-Year Economic Calibration on Thursday, June 11, 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., at the Hilton Irvine/Orange County Airport, 18800 MacArthur Blvd., Irvine…
Read MoreSpace Tech Expo USA brings you a free-to-attend conference, featuring two dynamic stages: Industry and Technology…
Read MoreThis is your chance to hear directly from two of those leaders…
Read MoreSABPA OC/LA proudly presents the 18th Biomedical Forum, spotlighting the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) across drug discovery, advanced therapeutics, medical devices, and healthcare systems…
Read MoreMove Irvine innovation forward — together…
Read MoreStartups competing in the "Startup of the Year" category at the FABA 2026 will present their project to the public and to a jury of experts during a special showcase & pitching contest…
Read MoreThe OC Business Expo welcomes entrepreneurs, tech innovators, investors, and business leaders for an evening of connection and opportunity…
Read MoreAn article we liked from Thought Leader Jason Rosenthal of a16z crypto:
Core financial plumbing is starting to be rebuilt onchain…
Read MoreJoin Tech Coast Venture Network (TCVN) and presenting sponsor CloneForce for Survivor 13, a high-energy, radically inclusive startup pitch competition taking place during Octane’s OC Innovation Week…
Read MorePepperdine University’s 2026 Most Fundable Companies startup competition is now open for Round 1 applications!…
Read MoreA free community think tank focused on real solutions around capital access, homeownership, investment, and economic opportunity…
Read MoreAn article we liked from Thought Leader Shashi Tripathi:
Institutional capital does not simply add fuel to a business…
Read MoreStep into the future of ocean conservation at The Blue Forum, an event bridging marine science, innovation, and climate action…
Read MoreThe TechCon SoCal Startup Semi-Final brings together the top startups selected from their previous Quarter Final rounds for a high-stakes, in-person pitch event in San Diego…
Read MoreThey’re excited to invite you to a high-impact gathering focused on innovation, collaboration, and community around public safety…
Read MoreCome meet fellow founders, investors, and builders shaping the future across AI, SaaS, fintech, space, robotics, climate, biotech, and beyond…
Read MoreVolunteer as a Concept Paper Judge and support Orange County’s next-generation tech startups…
Read MoreWhat does it mean to truly disrupt an industry—and can one entrepreneur’s vision connect beauty, empowerment, and even space exploration?…
Read MoreArtificial intelligence is rapidly transforming manufacturing: Not just through analytics and automation, but by embedding intelligence directly into machines, robotics, and production systems…
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