Plug and Play Enterprise & AI

Seattle, we're HERE! Plug and Play Seattle is officially LIVE! ?? Exactly a week ago, we launched our Plug and Play Seattle office! We are grateful for the warm welcome we have received from the Seattle community. We are excited to be a part of this vibrant ecosystem and to help startups, and the broader innovation culture succeed. Thank you to our guest and speakers in Mayor of Seattle, Bruce Harrell and University of Washington President, Ana Mari Cauce. We deeply appreciate our panelists for sharing their wisdom and emphasizing the special spirit of Seattle's startup ecosystem. Ready to join us on our mission to drive positive outcomes for the Seattle startup ecosystem? Share your insights and join the Plug and Play Seattle community! Take our quick, less than 1-minute survey and let's build something amazing together. General Interest Survey: https://lnkd.in/gvxBhPSz We are excited to be a part of the Seattle startup community and to help make it even more successful. Shumpei Kobayashi Momo Nakamura Jack Callaghan Elizabeth Scallon Dan Kihanya Daryn Nakhuda Marius Ciocirlan Pradnya Desh Tim Porter James Newell Shohei Yamada #PlugandPlaySeattle #SeattleStartups #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #corporateinnovation #launch #newbeginnings #AI #enterprise

What’s next for retail and commerce? ???? Find out in our latest Future of Commerce Report https://lnkd.in/epyiZWwN Despite challenges, sectors like retail fintech and AI-driven commerce are thriving. Our Future of Commerce 2025 report highlights the 6 biggest trends shaping the industry and our market map to the most innovative startups ?? ? Social commerce will exceed $100B in U.S. sales by 2025.?? ? The resale market is on track to hit $350B by 2028.?? ? AI now drives 31% of all VC funding and is revolutionizing retail.? For a deep dive into case studies, insights, and data, download the full report today.? #Retail #AICommerce #FutureOfCommerce #Innovation #Trends

? Last chance to apply! The UN Tourism Artificial Intelligence Global Startup Challenge is closing soon! This is your last chance to showcase AI-driven innovations that enhance travel experiences, improve operational efficiency, and drive sustainability in tourism. Why apply? ?? Gain global recognition for your AI solution ?? Connect with industry leaders and investors ?? Unlock opportunities for funding, mentorship & pilots ?? Deadline: March 17 – Don’t miss out! ?? Apply now: https://pnptc.in/3C23RZu #PNPTC #UNTourism #AIInnovation

Witnessing Turing's journey from their early days to their recent $111 million Series E funding at a $2.2 billion valuation has been truly inspiring. At Plug and Play, our mission has always been to empower startups that are poised to make a significant impact, and Turing exemplifies this vision. Their AI-driven platform is revolutionizing how companies access and collaborate with global software development talent. By breaking down geographical barriers and leveraging advanced technology, Turing is not only addressing the talent gap but also setting new standards in the industry. Our partnership with Turing has been a testament to what can be achieved when innovation meets opportunity. Their commitment to excellence and continuous growth reflects the core values we uphold at Plug and Play. Congratulations to Jonathan Siddharth and the entire Turing team on this remarkable milestone. We are proud to be part of your journey and look forward to supporting your continued success as you reshape the future of work and technology. For more details on Turing's recent funding, you can read the full TechCrunch article here: https://lnkd.in/gPVKag3P Plug and Play Tech Center Reza Bahadi Saeed Amidi Nate Hinman

We are 2 days away from our Plug and Play Seattle Launch! Sign up now, before it's too late! https://lnkd.in/gafRgj8E ???Date:?Wednesday, March 12 ???Time: 1:00pm ???Location:?Husky Stadium, Club Husky This is your chance to connect with a diverse group of?entrepreneurs, corporate executives, local government officials, and venture capitalists. What to Expect: ?? Engaging panels featuring industry leaders in the venture, corporate and startup space. ?? Insightful discussions on the future of AI and enterprise. ?? Networking opportunities with key players in the Seattle startup ecosystem. Shumpei Kobayashi Momo Nakamura Reza Khaj Elizabeth Scallon Dan Kihanya Matt Vasey Daryn Nakhuda Marius Ciocirlan Pradnya Desh Tim Porter James Newell Shohei Yamada #PlugAndPlay #Innovation #AI #Startups #VentureCapital #Networking #SeattleLaunch #Seattle

Can Microsoft Copilot be tricked into revealing sensitive data? AI assistants like Copilot are transforming enterprise workflows, making information retrieval seamless. But what happens when attackers manipulate it? Using various techniques, bad actors can bypass guardrails, extract confidential data, or influence decision-making. In our latest?‘Opsin Lab’?article by Oz Wasserman (Opsin Co-founder), we explore?real-world prompt injection attacks, the security gaps in Copilot, and how enterprises can mitigate risks—before AI-powered workflows become a liability. ???Read here:?https://lnkd.in/ez2TU_DX #GenAI #AISecurity #MicrosoftCopilot #EnterpriseAI #DataProtection #PromptInjection

Get excited! Our Plug and Play Seattle launch is just around the corner! ?? Join us on March 12th at 1:00pm at Husky Stadium for Plug and Play’s Seattle Launch Event. We're announcing another incredible panel, entitled “The Corporate Innovation Playbook: A Deep Dive on Scaling New Businesses.” This dynamic session will feature insights from corporate innovation leaders: Matt Vasey, Vice President, Enterprise AI at Analog Devices Elizabeth Scallon, Director of Incubation at HP Dan Kihanya, Director, Path Ahead Ventures at REI Moderated by:? Shumpei Kobayashi, Vice President at Plug and Play Together, they’ll explore strategies for scaling new ventures at the nexus of startup and corporate innovation, and navigating the future of corporate growth. ?? Mark your calendar and secure your spot now, only several days left: https://lnkd.in/dn_aNqzg #seattle #launch #corporateinnovation #tech #startups #enterprise #AI

We are less than a month of way from our launch! We are so excited to be partnering with Mayor Matt Mahan, Knight Foundation, Pacific Gas and Electric Company, KPMG, San José State University, Glean and Turing for our Plug and Play Tech Center San Jose AI Center of Excellence! Nate Hinman Reza Bahadi Carlos Perez-Pla Brooke Ballinger Lourdes Y. Ramos Tevin Panchal Michael Olmstead

We're T-7 days from our Seattle Launch! ?? Join us on March 12th at 1:00PM at Husky Stadium for Plug and Play's Seattle launch! As part of our slate, we'll be hosting an engaging discussion that will dive into the transformative power of AI in the startup world. We’re bringing together some of the brightest minds in the industry to share their insights: Daryn Nakhuda, Head of Software, Waabi Marius Ciocirlan, Co-founder & CEO, MarkOS Pradnya Desh, CEO, Advocat AI Moderated by: Momo Nakamura, Partnerships Manager, Plug and Play Seattle This is your chance to learn how cutting-edge AI startups are pushing boundaries, sparking innovation, and reshaping industries. ?? Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gcJs9Szj #startups #founders #seattle #pnptc #enterprise #launch #agentic #AI #pnptcseattle

Today marks the beginning of Batch 3 programming for Plug and Play Tech Center's?#EnterpriseAi?vertical! It is our honor to introduce you to the 11 startups who were accepted into the program. We cannot wait to see what this group accomplishes during their time?in?our program! App Orchid Inc|?Highwater Labs?|?Lyzr AI?|?Fastn?|?Big Sister AI?|?BalkanID?|?Vibranium Labs?|?Coyax?|?cxgenies?|?Polygraf AI?|?Kiwi AI --- McKinney Economic Development Corporation Anas Abdelrahim Francis Garner, MBA Melanie Williamson #PNPTC #Innovation #McKinney #NorthTexas