About This Event
Agenda & Event Details
5:30 – 6:00 pm — Welcome Mixer & Networking
Connect with founders, investors, and technologists at the forefront of national security, defense, and transformative deep tech. Drinks and light bites provided.
6:00 – 6:20 pm — Talk & Demo
Tayo Adesanya, Founder & CEO, Lola Vision Systems
“Chiplets & Vision: Powering the Intelligent Edge”
Tayo presents THE NEXT WAVE OF THREATS: Electromagnetic Warfare and the case for adaptive, quantum-resilient edge AI systems.
6:20 – 6:40 pm — Talk & Demo
Tola Kasali, Co‑Founder & CEO, Perspective Developer
“Human‑Centric AI Systems: Redefining Human‑Machine Collaboration”
A live demo showcasing how Perspective’s AI systems are reshaping defense technology with Augmented and Virtual Reality.
6:40 – 7:00 pm — Talk & Demo
Osh Agabi, Founder & CEO, Koniku
“Sensing the Future: Synthetic Biology in Action”
Osh demonstrates Koniku Kore’s real-time molecular sensing capabilities—bio-silicon hybrids that detect smell-based threats, also known as “Smell Cyborgs”.
7:00 – 7:30 pm — Fireside Chat
Moderated by Domenic Ashburn (“Mr. Grateful”), AI Influencer (286K+ followers)
Theme: Scaling the Unscalable: Deep Tech, Investment & National Security
Panelists:
Mr. Grateful will introduce each speaker and guide a candid conversation on building and scaling transformative defense technologies.
7:30 – 8:30 pm — Networking & Close
Grab a drink, continue the conversation, and connect with fellow attendees building the future of national security and deep tech.
Speakers
Tola Kasali
Co, Perspective Developer
presenterMeet Tola Kasali, the visionary founder and innovation powerhouse behind Perspective Developers. Hailing from a global background that spans from Nigeria to Washington D.C., Tola harnesses his multicultural experiences to fuel his audacious creativity and leadership. A tech titan in the making, Tola's expertise lies in fleet management logistics, tracking, and tracing, all underpinned by a commitment to pragmatic problem-solving. His transformative creations, including the world's first live-backed NFT, Cattle Pass, and revolutionary projects like Load to Ride and Cargo Rx, redefine the tech landscape and drive industries towards a data-centric future. Tola's contributions have earned him a coveted spot in the USAF Autonomy Prime Program and invitations to global conferences.
Osh Agabi
Founder & CEO, Koniku
panelistOsh Agabi serves as the founder and CEO of Koniku, a company specializing in bio-inspired computing systems that integrate neuroscience and synthetic biology to develop advanced AI technologies. With a background in electrical engineering and neuroscience, Agabi has led Koniku to create innovative biochips that combine living neurons with silicon for applications in security and healthcare. His expertise spans AI, neurotech, and synthetic biology, where he focuses on bridging biological and digital systems. Agabi's notable achievements include founding Koniku in 2015 and securing funding for projects that advance hybrid computing solutions.
Domenic Ashburn
AI Influencernull
moderatorDomenic Ashburn is a prominent AI Influencer recognized for his expertise in artificial intelligence and its applications in national security and defense. With over 286,000 followers, he has moderated discussions at events focused on these topics, earning the nickname 'Mr. Grateful.' His work emphasizes the intersection of AI technology and strategic defense issues.
Tayo Adesanya
Founder & CEO, Lola Vision Systems
panelistTayo Adesanya is the Founder and CEO of Lola Vision Systems, a company focused on developing vision systems technology. He leads efforts in innovative AI applications, drawing from his expertise in technology entrepreneurship.
