
happening …
What if we told you that you could actually own a piece of Kanye West's iconic Malibu mansion? Get ready: this wild pad is officially dropping onto the blockchain!
Guess who's joining us at demodayLA on Thursday, November 20, back at BLANKSPACES Venice? It's Mike Jones! The powerhouse investor behind game-changers like Dollar Shave Club and Liquid Death. Don't miss out!
Read on …

EVENT: Unlocking the Future of AI Adoption in Enterprises
Join FIC (Female Investor Club) for an insightful event exploring the evolving role of AI in enterprise adoption. Discover the challenges organizations face, the innovators driving progress, and the strategies shaping the future of consumer AI. From AI’s impact on energy consumption to its effects on consumers and businesses, this discussion will address key questions, including how these changes will be managed and the role of investment in AI’s development.
Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to uncover the future of AI with Jenn Byrne, co-founder of FIC, and GP at Grit Capital Partners and Dr. Matthew Harding from UC Irvine! Together, they’ll tackle the big questions around AI's design, accessibility, and game-changing potential. From exploring specialist AI to its global impact, this is your chance to get ahead in understanding how innovation is reshaping industries—and how you can be part of it. Secure your spot now and join the conversation that’s shaping tomorrow! ATTEND

Ever dreamed of saying you own a slice of that incredible Kanye West mansion in Malibu, California? Well, pinch yourself, because now you totally could!
Bo Belmont, the visionary behind Belwood Investments and the current owner of this architectural masterpiece designed by Tadao Ando, is literally putting this iconic property "on the chain." Yep, we're talking about the blockchain, folks!
Read all about HERE

Mike Jones, Science, is Spekaing at demodayLA
Joining the lineup at demodayLA is none other than Mike Jones of Science, Inc. Known as the powerhouse investor behind iconic brands like Dollar Shave Club, Liquid Death, and MeUndies, Mike has a proven track record of spotting and scaling groundbreaking ideas.
This is your chance to connect with an industry leader who knows how to turn innovative startups into household names. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear his insights and engage with one of the top minds in the business! ATTEND

upcoming events …

demodayLA
Thursday, November 20 - ATTEND
demodayLA is back with its 4th and final event in 2025. Join demodayLA for an exciting showcase of innovative startups and groundbreaking ideas that are set to shape the future. Fireside chat with Josh Resnick, OpenSky Ventures.
Fireside Chat with Jesse Draper on AI
Wednesday, December 3 - ATTEND
Join top LA female investors as they discuss AI breakthroughs and 2026 predictions. Learn about emerging trends, key opportunities, and strategic timing to maximize returns in the evolving AI landscape.
Tech Holiday Party
Thursday, December 11 - (TBD)
As the year draws to a close, it's the perfect time for us to come together and celebrate the moments we've shared and the memories we've created. Join us for an evening of networking, inspiration, and fun as we toast to innovation and success in the heart of Los Angeles.
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headline roundups …

Bluesky celebrates its 40 millionth user and introduces a beta version of 'dislikes,' set to transform online interactions. - TechCrunch
Nvidia teams up with South Korea's government, Samsung, and Hyundai for an exciting AI collaboration! - Wired
Amazon's CEO states that the recent layoffs of 14,000 employees were due to a focus on agility and company culture, not AI advancements or cost-cutting. - GeekWire
Cursor's Vibe coding platform has just launched its first in-house language model, Composer, which promises to be four times faster! - VentureBeat
Since the launch of ChatGPT, we've seen a 30% drop in job openings, but the stock market has soared by 70%. According to one economist, the real reason behind these changes isn't AI—it's actually monetary policy. - Fortune

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