SDxAI Showcase Highlights Top AI Startups at Qualcomm in San Diego

Last night, AiNews.com had the pleasure of attending the SDxAI Showcase, an exclusive event hosted at Qualcomm, right here in San Diego. This event brought together some of the brightest AI startups in San Diego and beyond, showcasing the next generation of AI innovation. The evening was co-hosted by SDx and Crosscourt VC, with additional support from the University of San Diego and AI LA.

The Event Line-Up: Demos, Networking, and Collaboration

The event kicked off with a lively networking session where attendees mingled over food and beverages, setting the tone for the night. Following that, top AI startups took the stage to demonstrate their groundbreaking technologies with founders from various AI-driven companies showcasing their products and ideas. After the demos, the audience voted for their favorite presentations, and the evening wrapped up with more networking opportunities.

Notable AI Startups at the Event:

• Demian Borba, Pactto

• Panna Felson & Addison Ooms, NextUp

• Rupak Doshi, Omnisync.io

• Nick Edwards, Potato

• Pedro Arellano, Wallabi

• Albert Aguilera, Claims.ai

• Andrew Petry, Makase

Showcase Winners

The competition was fierce, but three standout companies took home the top honors:

• 1st Place: Demian Borba of Pactto — A mobile-first platform for creating precise, AI-powered video feedback, designed to simplify the review process for creative assets. It’s in the app store.

• 2nd Place: Pedro Arellano of Wallabi — An AI tool that helps businesses find inspiration and opportunities in their data, providing dynamic, proactive analysis.

• 3rd Place: Nick Edwards of Potato — A platform focused on enabling reproducible science by optimizing protocols with AI, streamlining research processes for scientists.

Engaging with San Diego’s AI Ecosystem

The SDxAI Showcase gave us the chance to connect with San Diego’s thriving AI community. We engaged with top innovators, networked with potential investors, and met industry leaders from across the AI landscape. The energy in the room was palpable as the city’s AI talent shared ideas and pushed the boundaries of what AI can achieve. It was a fun event.

About SDx

SDx is San Diego’s leading organization dedicated to fostering the next generation of AI builders. Their mission is to bring together technical professionals to explore, experiment, and advance AI technologies. Events like the SDxAI Showcase serve as a hub for collaboration, innovation, and growth within the AI community.