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Founders Learn AI Model Building from Google DeepMind, Cohere, Twelve Labs at TechCrunch AI
The landscape of AI is evolving at breakneck speed, with new, groundbreaking models popping up left and right. For founders looking to ride this wave, positioning yourself strategically is key. That's why we're excited to dive into this topic at TechCrunch Sessions: AI, set for June 5, 2025, at Zellerbach Hall, UC Berkeley. Our panel, "How Founders Can Build on Existing Foundational Models," is your go-to guide for navigating the AI startup scene.
We've got some heavy hitters joining us: experts from Google DeepMind, Cohere, and Twelve Labs. These folks are shaping the future of AI, and they're here to share their insights on what's next, how AI models are getting better, and where you, as a founder, should focus your efforts. If you're keen on growing alongside these AI pioneers without getting left in the dust, this panel's for you.
Let's meet our speakers:

Logan Kilpatrick, Senior Product Manager at Google DeepMind, will speak on the main stage at TechCrunch Sessions: AI on June 5, 2025, in Zellerbach Hall at UC Berkeley.Image Credits:Google DeepMind First up, we have Logan Kilpatrick, a senior product manager at Google DeepMind. He's all about helping developers leverage Google Gemini, one of the top dogs in AI models. Before this, Kilpatrick was leading developer relations at OpenAI, so he knows a thing or two about building on AI tech.

Sara Hooker, VP Research at Cohere, will speak on the main stage at TechCrunch Sessions: AI on June 5, 2025, in Zellerbach Hall at UC Berkeley.Image Credits:Chris Behroozian Next, we've got Sara Hooker, the VP of Research at Cohere. She's diving deep into how enterprises are using AI foundation models, and with her background at Google and being named one of Time's 100 most influential people in AI in 2024, she's got some serious insights to share.

Jae Lee, CEO at Twelve Labs, will speak on the main stage at TechCrunch Sessions: AI on June 5, 2025, in Zellerbach Hall at UC Berkeley.Image Credits:Twelve Labs Last but not least, Jae Lee, the founder and CEO of Twelve Labs, will be joining us. They're working on AI models that can sift through videos and find exactly what you're looking for, just by asking in plain English. With big names like Nvidia, Samsung, and Intel backing them, they're definitely onto something big.
So, if you're interested in where AI is headed and how to make the most of it, don't miss out on this discussion. We're expecting around 1,200 AI enthusiasts and leaders at TC Sessions: AI. Grab your tickets now at the Early Bird rate and save up to $210. Just click here to register and secure your spot.
And hey, if you're an AI expert yourself and want to lead your own session at TC Sessions: AI, time's ticking! Apply here by tomorrow, March 7, to get in on the action and help shape the future of AI.
Interested in sponsoring or exhibiting at TechCrunch Sessions: AI? Get in touch with our sponsorship sales team by filling out this form.
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Super cool to see Google DeepMind and Cohere sharing AI model-building insights at TechCrunch AI! 🤯 As a startup founder, I’m curious how these big players balance innovation with ethical concerns. Any tips for newbies?
This AI stuff is moving so fast it’s like trying to catch a rocket with your bare hands! Super cool to see Google DeepMind and Cohere sharing their secrets at TechCrunch AI. I’m curious if they’ll spill the tea on how to actually make these models work for small startups without burning a hole in the budget. 😎
This article got me hyped for TechCrunch AI! It's wild how fast AI models are evolving—feels like a sci-fi movie. I’m curious if founders will get hands-on tips from DeepMind or just hear buzzwords. June 5 can’t come soon enough! 🚀
TechCrunch AIのセッションは驚くべきものでした!Google DeepMind、Cohere、Twelve LabsからAIモデルの構築を学ぶことはゲームチェンジャーでした。ペースが少し速かったですが、洞察は価値がありました。AI分野の創業者なら必ず参加すべきです!🤖🚀
The landscape of AI is evolving at breakneck speed, with new, groundbreaking models popping up left and right. For founders looking to ride this wave, positioning yourself strategically is key. That's why we're excited to dive into this topic at TechCrunch Sessions: AI, set for June 5, 2025, at Zellerbach Hall, UC Berkeley. Our panel, "How Founders Can Build on Existing Foundational Models," is your go-to guide for navigating the AI startup scene.
We've got some heavy hitters joining us: experts from Google DeepMind, Cohere, and Twelve Labs. These folks are shaping the future of AI, and they're here to share their insights on what's next, how AI models are getting better, and where you, as a founder, should focus your efforts. If you're keen on growing alongside these AI pioneers without getting left in the dust, this panel's for you.
Let's meet our speakers:



So, if you're interested in where AI is headed and how to make the most of it, don't miss out on this discussion. We're expecting around 1,200 AI enthusiasts and leaders at TC Sessions: AI. Grab your tickets now at the Early Bird rate and save up to $210. Just click here to register and secure your spot.
And hey, if you're an AI expert yourself and want to lead your own session at TC Sessions: AI, time's ticking! Apply here by tomorrow, March 7, to get in on the action and help shape the future of AI.
Interested in sponsoring or exhibiting at TechCrunch Sessions: AI? Get in touch with our sponsorship sales team by filling out this form.
Don't miss out on the best deals for TechCrunch events. Sign up for the TechCrunch Events newsletter and be the first to snag those special promotions.
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Super cool to see Google DeepMind and Cohere sharing AI model-building insights at TechCrunch AI! 🤯 As a startup founder, I’m curious how these big players balance innovation with ethical concerns. Any tips for newbies?
This AI stuff is moving so fast it’s like trying to catch a rocket with your bare hands! Super cool to see Google DeepMind and Cohere sharing their secrets at TechCrunch AI. I’m curious if they’ll spill the tea on how to actually make these models work for small startups without burning a hole in the budget. 😎
This article got me hyped for TechCrunch AI! It's wild how fast AI models are evolving—feels like a sci-fi movie. I’m curious if founders will get hands-on tips from DeepMind or just hear buzzwords. June 5 can’t come soon enough! 🚀
TechCrunch AIのセッションは驚くべきものでした!Google DeepMind、Cohere、Twelve LabsからAIモデルの構築を学ぶことはゲームチェンジャーでした。ペースが少し速かったですが、洞察は価値がありました。AI分野の創業者なら必ず参加すべきです!🤖🚀











