About this Event
Welcome to AI & Tech Manila's first Chill & Chat of 2026! Let's kick it off!
Q1 2026: What just happened? And what's next?
AI development moved faster in the last 18 months than most people expected in a decade. Models are smarter, tools are everywhere, and every company is suddenly “AI‑driven.” But what actually changed under the hood—and what’s coming next?
Thanks to our sponsoring partners, the event will once again be FREE, and will be held at LEAP Studios (https://leapstudios.spacebring.com/) in Makati! There will also be FREE food, thanks to support from Alveo Land Corp (https://www.alveoland.com.ph/).
Join AI Tech Manila for our first Chill & Chat of 2026, featuring:
Roger Høgli (CEO, NordByte) – With near three decades of experience, Roger has launched and exited multiple startups and helped mid‑market and Fortune 500 companies stabilize, scale, and de‑risk their technology stack. He has turned complex systems into pragmatic, reliable foundations for real‑world business growth. Roger will walk us through:
- The real inflection points in recent AI development (beyond the hype)
- How mature organizations are actually deploying AI in production
- Pragmatic ways to prepare your products, data, and teams for what’s coming next
After the talk, we’ll open the floor for roundtable discussion and Q&A so you can dig into concrete use cases, technical questions, and strategic concerns! Come with ideas, and ask tough questions!
What to Expect
- A focused keynote on the current AI landscape
- Guided discussion on practical applications, pitfalls, and next steps
- Open Q&A and member‑driven topics—bring your questions and war stories
- 2–3 hours of deep but relaxed conversation in a casual setting
- Make friends and network with founders, AI engineers, product leaders, researchers, and AI & tech enthusiasts! Newcomers welcome :)
- Great for anyone serious about understanding where AI is actually headed
Community Notes
- Target size: around 30-40 participants for meaningful interaction
- FREE Food and venue, thanks to our sponsors!
- Open, respectful discussions of substance
About AI Tech Manila (AITM)
We’re a community for people who want to shape the future of technology, not just watch it happen. We offer:
- Regular AI discussion events where we present latest trends and progress, and try to make sense of it all (Chill & Chat, 30-40 attendees)
- Large-scale events with multiple expert speakers (Tech Spotlight, 100+ attendees)
- Member‑driven talks and workshops on AI and adjacent tech
- Ongoing online discussions and collaboration
Our Mission & Vision
To shape a future where technology drives progress rooted in what is genuinely good, ethical, and just for humanity. We are a thriving hub where every member plays a role in shaping the future of technology through shared knowledge and collective progress.
Connect With Us
- WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/G06kuHiKMbD4FaewuS5wkf?mode=gi_t
- LinkedIn:
- Webpage: https://aitechmanila.com/
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578227953203
- FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/742801071463893
Come and be part of the conversation on where AI actually goes from here!
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
LEAP Studios, 2235 Chino Roces Avenue, Makati City, Philippines
PHP 0.00
