G1 Silicon Valley 2025 - AI Boom: The Future of Startups and VCs

G1 Silicon Valley 2026 - A New Golden Age of the Us-Japan Alliance Amidst AI in a Fractured World

We stand at a historical crossroads where the rapid evolution of AI intersects with a deeply fragmented geopolitical landscape. This session explores the foundational forces that have transformed the US-Japan alliance into a sophisticated strategic partnership. We examine the historical and technological milestones that led to current global frictions and discuss how these two nations can anchor global stability. How can a shared vision for technology and economic security turn today's fractures into a new era of bilateral prosperity? Join us for a strategic dialogue on turning global challenges into a unified vision for leadership in this new era. G1 Silicon Valley 2026 Session held at Half Moon Bay, California on April 16, 2026. » https://g1.org/g1silicon/ A New Golden Age of the US-Japan Alliance amidst AI in a Fractured World Panelists: » Glen S. Fukushima (Visiting Fellow, Stanford University) » Jane Harman (Chair, Commission on the National Defense Strategy) » Bob Willen (Global Managing Partner and Chairman, Kearney) Moderator:  » Jesper Koll (Expert Director, Monex Group)   --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VDxickfzu98 ---

G1 Silicon Valley 2025 - Going Forward: How to Lead Innovation for a New Trust in the Trump and AI Era

The closing plenary panel will offer business leaders a broad perspective on navigating the challenges and opportunities of the Trump era and the rapid rise of AI. The discussion will focus on how to adapt to these shifting dynamics, rebuild trust in emerging technologies, and foster collaboration across borders. It will touch on key strategies for managing the impacts of AI, addressing ethical concerns, and leading innovation in a rapidly changing world. Attendees will gain valuable insights to guide their decisions and actions in the evolving business landscape. G1 Silicon Valley 2025 Session held at Half Moon Bay, California on April 17, 2025. » https://g1.org/g1silicon/ Going Forward: How to Lead Innovation for a New Trust in the Trump and AI Era Panelists: » Mariano-Florentino (Tino) Cuéllar (President, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace) » Timothy C. Draper (Founder & Managing Partner, Draper Associates, Founder, Draper Fisher Jurvetson) » Jane Harman (Chair, Commission on the National Defense Strategy) Moderator:  » Jesper Koll (Expert Director, Monex Group)   --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZqkouFMsZIk ---

G1 Silicon Valley 2025 - Strategic Technology M&A to Drive Innovation and Growth

As AI and emerging technologies reshape industries, business leaders must adapt to stay competitive. From Silicon Valley to Japan, companies are leveraging AI to streamline operations, enhance decision-making, and drive innovation. But what strategies truly lead to success in this rapidly evolving landscape? This panel features top business leaders sharing firsthand insights on integrating AI, overcoming implementation challenges, and identifying key opportunities for growth. Panelists will discuss real-world applications, investment strategies, and the future of tech-driven leadership in an increasingly AI-powered world. G1 Silicon Valley 2025 Session held at Half Moon Bay, California on April 17, 2025. » https://g1.org/g1silicon/ Strategic Technology M&A to Drive Innovation and Growth Panelists: » Stephen Barnham (Group CIO and CDO, Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc.) » Larry Chu (Partner, Co-Chair, Global M&A, Goodwin) » Daniel Springer (Board Director, UiPath and DocuSign) Moderator:  » Catherine Porter (Advisor, GLOBIS Capital Partners, Advisor, Mysten Labs, Chief Business Officer, Prove)   --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=exnClwh_SH0 ---

G1 Silicon Valley 2025 - CEO Panel: How to Win by Leveraging Tech & AI

As AI and emerging technologies reshape industries, business leaders must adapt to stay competitive. From Silicon Valley to Japan, companies are leveraging AI to streamline operations, enhance decision-making, and drive innovation. But what strategies truly lead to success in this rapidly evolving landscape? This panel features top business leaders sharing firsthand insights on integrating AI, overcoming implementation challenges, and identifying key opportunities for growth. Panelists will discuss real-world applications, investment strategies, and the future of tech-driven leadership in an increasingly AI-powered world. G1 Silicon Valley 2025 Session held at Half Moon Bay, California on April 17, 2025. » https://g1.org/g1silicon/ CEO Panel: How to Win by Leveraging Tech & AI Panelists: » Sonita Lontoh (Board Member, Sunrun, Board Member, TrueBlue, Advisor, Sway Ventures) » Arjun Prakash (Co-founder, CEO, Distyl AI) » Roli Saxena (CEO, NextRoll) » Genichi Tamatsuka (President and CEO, Lotte Holdings Co., Ltd.) Moderator:  » Richard B. Dasher (Director, US-Asia Technology Management Center, Stanford University)   --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xxpGyjVzrig?si=7g7I3gRLmIok18bC ---

G1 Silicon Valley 2025 - What You Need to Know About AI in 2025

In 2025, AI is transforming industries at an unprecedented rate, revolutionizing decision-making, operations, and competitive strategies. Compared to our discussion in 2024, AI has seen radical improvements in capabilities, major new players emerge, foundational changes in how models are trained, and AI deployed in significant production use cases. Join our panel of experts as we explore the rapid pace of AI innovation, the emergence of next-generation models, and the commoditization of AI technologies that are making advanced solutions accessible to businesses worldwide. G1 Silicon Valley 2025 Session held at Half Moon Bay, California on April 17, 2025. » https://g1.org/g1silicon/ What You Need to Know About AI in 2025 Panelists: » Seamus Blackley (CEO, Pacific Light & Hologram) » Shixiang Gu (Research Scientist & Manager, Google DeepMind) » Madhu Shalini Iyer (Managing Partner, Rocketship.vc.) » Erin Teague (Chief Product Officer, Character.AI) Moderator:  » Cory Ondrejka (CTO, SmartNews, Inc.)   --- Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xxpGyjVzrig?si=7g7I3gRLmIok18bC ---