Physical AI Builders 2026 Series

The revolution starts now. Join us across Austin, Dallas, Silicon Valley—and online.

Revolution

Leading America's Next Industrial Revolution

The Physical AI revolution is igniting right now. We're calling the boldest builders, visionaries, and disruptors to lead.

From embodied AI to humanoids, from smart factories to autonomous systems—this is your moment. Texas leads the charge. Silicon Valley fuels innovation. Our online channels connect builders everywhere.

Your expertise belongs at the center of America's trillion-dollar transformation.

Why Now?

  • Real-world adoption accelerating
  • Manufacturing renaissance underway
  • Capital flooding into embodied AI
  • Ecosystem converging nationwide

18 Years of Innovation Leadership

Our roots run deep. Starting as Silicon Valley Android Developers in 2008, we hosted the world's first Android, Google Chrome, HTML5, and Android Wear hackathons.

Google, Samsung, and industry giants sponsored our groundbreaking events. Now evolved into Physical AI Builders, we're the powerhouse community driving embodied AI forward.

18

Years Building

From mobile apps to physical intelligence

500+

Events Hosted

Connecting pioneers across platforms

20K+

Community Strong

Builders, investors, innovators united

2026 Series

Launch Events Across America

High-energy kickoffs in key innovation hubs. Connect with pioneers reshaping industry.

1

Austin Inaugural Meetup

February 19, 2026 • 3:30-7:30 PM CST

The Texas launch. Manufacturing meets AI innovation.

2

Silicon Valley @ Hacker Dojo

February 25, 2026 • 4:30-8:00 PM PST

855 Maude Ave, Mountain View. Heart of innovation.

3

Dallas Physical AI Forum

March 5, 2026 • 3:30-7:30 PM CST

UT Dallas, School of Management. Capital meets builders.

4

SXSW Showcase

March 13, 2026 • 3:30-7:30 PM CST

Austin during SXSW. Maximum visibility, global stage.

5

Monthly SV Momentum

March 25 & Beyond • 4:30-8:00 PM PDT

Hacker Dojo. Cutting-edge robotics, monthly cadence.

Epic Program Highlights

Non-stop inspiration awaits. Every event delivers breakthrough insights and connections.

Visionary Talks

Global Physical AI strategies. 2026 trends that matter. Industry transformation decoded.

High-Octane Panels

Community scaling secrets. M&A explosions. Deep tech investing. Software in embodied AI.

Tech Talks & Workshops

Hands-on sessions. Real implementations. Engineering challenges solved live.

Real-World Case Studies

Factory floors. Autonomous deployments. Humanoid rollouts. Raw, unfiltered lessons.

Lightning Pitches

Wow manufacturers. Impress VCs. Connect with ecosystem giants. Your breakout moment.

Call for Speakers

Shape the Future—Take the Stage

We're hunting dynamic voices. Founders, executives, researchers, engineers, practitioners—your insights matter.

Deliver 10-20 minute talks. Join panels. Lead fireside chats. Influence thousands of builders nationwide and online.

Priority Speaker Topics

These themes are reshaping industries. Share your breakthrough insights.

Industrial Robotics & Humanoids

Embodied AI in the wild. Real deployments. Scale challenges. Success patterns.

Digital Twins & Simulation

Virtual-physical convergence. Real-time control. Edge AI platforms powering autonomy.

AI Security

Critical infrastructure protection. Autonomous system safety. Trust at scale.

Smart Manufacturing

Factory transformation. Autonomous supply chains. AI-native production systems.

Hardware Scaling

Robot supply chains. Component ecosystems. Manufacturing at volume.

Investment & M&A

Capital trends. Deal flow explosions. Hyper-growth strategies in Physical AI.

Startups

Startup Showcase Opportunities

Building the future? Pitch in lightning format. Four minutes plus two for Q&A.

Decision-makers are hungry for partners. VCs, manufacturers, integrators, ecosystem leaders—all in the room.

Industrial Robotics

Humanoids, manipulators, mobile platforms. Hardware meeting intelligence.

Digital Twins

Simulation platforms. Virtual commissioning. Physics-based modeling at scale.

Edge AI

Real-time control systems. Low-latency inference. Distributed intelligence architectures.

AI Security

Critical infrastructure protection. Adversarial robustness. Safety assurance platforms.

Autonomous Supply Chains

Smart factories. Predictive logistics. AI-optimized manufacturing operations.

Speaker & Showcase Benefits

Selected participants unlock massive value. Your voice amplified across the ecosystem.

Complimentary Access

Full event admission. VIP networking sessions. Exclusive builder gatherings.

Massive Promotion

Featured across all channels. Newsletter highlights. Podcast appearances. Social amplification.

High-Signal Networking

Direct access to investors, manufacturers, integrators. Decision-makers in the room.

Narrative Shaping

Influence the trillion-dollar Physical AI wave. Define industry standards. Lead the conversation.

Beyond Launch: The Full 2026 Series

Launch events are just the beginning. Momentum builds throughout the year.

Every month brings new opportunities. Connect locally. Scale globally. Build relentlessly.

Key 2026 Milestones

Q1: Launch & Momentum

February-March kickoffs. Austin, Dallas, Silicon Valley. SXSW showcase capturing global attention.

Q2: Summit Season

F50 Physical AI Summit Silicon Valley (April 29, Snowflake). Dallas Summit (June 9). Deep dives into factory-to-capital pipelines.

Q3: Ecosystem Expansion

Monthly meetups intensify. Online content explodes. Future 50 research published. Community scales nationwide.

Q4: Flagship Return

Austin F50 Summit (October). Year-end celebration. Retrospective on revolution's first year.

Powered by Strategic Partnerships

World-class collaborations amplify impact. Together, we're unstoppable.

Community Partners

  • Austin Robotics & AI Community
  • Physical AI Community
  • Austin & San Antonio Entrepreneurs
  • F50.ai Innovation Network

Venue Partners

  • Hacker Dojo (Silicon Valley)
  • UT Dallas School of Management
  • SXSW Innovation Ecosystem
  • Regional innovation hubs nationwide

Online Channels: Nationwide Reach

Can't attend in person? We've got you covered. Digital access connects builders everywhere.

Physical AI Podcast

Weekly episodes. Builder interviews. Deep technical discussions. Industry insights.

Newsletter

Curated updates. Event recaps. Exclusive research. Community highlights delivered weekly.

Virtual Streams

Every major event streamed live. On-demand replays. Global participation enabled.

Future 50 Program

Breakthrough research. Market analysis. Trend forecasting. Strategic insights published quarterly.

Action

How to Get Involved

Your moment is now. Multiple paths to leadership await.

1

Apply to Speak

Share your expertise. Submit bio, abstract, pitch deck. Rolling deadline—early priority by Feb 10.

2

Showcase Your Startup

Lightning pitch format. 4+2 minutes. Wow investors and partners. Limited slots available.

3

Attend Events

Register for regional meetups. Join summits. Network with ecosystem leaders. Learn and grow.

4

Engage Online

Subscribe to podcast. Join newsletter. Watch streams. Participate virtually from anywhere.

Ignite the Physical Future of AI

From Silicon Valley's innovation birthplace to Texas's manufacturing powerhouse. Online reach connecting builders everywhere.

This is America's next industrial revolution. Your expertise, your vision, your leadership—all essential.

The future is being built right now. Join us.


Physical AI Builders Team
Silicon Valley • Austin • Dallas • Online
Formerly Silicon Valley Android Developers (est. 2008) – Google longtime sponsor