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Syndicate's LA Tech Week has and Creator Space LA have been the epicenter of innovation, bringing together the brightest minds in technology, culture, and entertainment. The energy has been incredible, and we want to thank the 3,500+ attendees who have joined us so far this week.
The buzz is real, but we're not done yet. Tonight, you can’t miss the headliners and experts at Immersive Entertainment Summit. Step directly into the future of content. We're diving deep into VR, AR, XR, AI generative video, and virtual production. You'll get to experience Digital Nation Entertainment's mind-blowing 4D volumetric gaussian splat studio at Creator Space LA, featuring over 120 cameras for capturing reality like never before. Plus, hear from cultural icons including 8x Grammy Award Winner Malik Yusef, former NBA star Metta World Peace, and legendary music producer Damizza.
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Here is tonight’s schedule:

5:00-5:30pm
DOORS OPEN & CHECK-IN REGISTRATION
5:30-5:40pm
OPENING REMARKS
Lorel Scott, CEO of Syndicate
Rex Wong, CEO of Creator Space LA
5:45-6:15pm
Beyond Metta: Metta World Peace on Reinvention and Investing in Reality's Edge
Metta World Peace has made a career of defying expectations. Now, the NBA champion, mental health advocate, and entrepreneur is making his next bold move into the world of immersive entertainment. In this exclusive one-on-one conversation, we'll go beyond the headlines to understand the man behind the vision.
What drives his passion for this new technological frontier? How has his own journey of personal reinvention shaped his investment thesis? Hear directly from Metta about his new venture and film fund, the future he's building, and the invaluable lessons learned from a life lived in the global spotlight.
Metta World Peace, CEO of Artest Management Group
Lorel Scott, CEO of Syndicate
6:20-6:50pm
The Immersive Revolution: Production, Monetization, and the Future of Entertainment
As immersive content moves from the fringe to the forefront, what does the future hold for its creators and the industry at large? This panel unites industry leaders to discuss the entire lifecycle of an immersive film—from securing funding and navigating complex production pipelines to pioneering new distribution channels and monetization strategies. We'll analyze the current market, forecast future trends, and debate what it will take for immersive filmmaking to achieve mainstream commercial success. This is an essential conversation for anyone looking to produce, invest in, or distribute the next wave of entertainment.
Panelists:
Craig Evans, CEO of Digital Nation Entertainment, former SVP of LiveNation
Bee Davies, CEO of FashionVerse
Charles Stewart, CEO of Playphoria
Sean Geist, CEO of Geist Productions
Rex Wong, CEO of Creator Space LA & Hollo.AI
6:55-7:10pm
AI Volumetric Gaussian Splats and a Peek at the Future of Immersive Entertainment
What is the future of storytelling when you can capture, edit, and generate reality itself? At the Volumetric Studio in Creator Space LA, Digital Nation Entertainment is building that future today. In this highly anticipated session, DNE's CTO Addie Reis will unveil the company's proprietary technology stack that is set to obsolete the uncanny valley forever.
Learn how the mathematical elegance of Gaussian splats and the creative power of generative AI are being harnessed to create truly believable digital beings and interactive worlds. More importantly, see it with your own eyes. Addie will debut exclusive, world-premiere examples of DNE's latest projects that will fundamentally change your understanding of immersive potential. Don't miss this look at the technology that will power the next generation of entertainment.
Presentation by : Addie Reis, CTO of Digital Nation Entertainment
7:15pm-7:35pm
AI Actors, Infinite Stories: Directing the Future with Hollo.AI
Imagine a game with no repeated dialogue. Imagine a film cast with AI actors you can direct like real talent. This isn't science fiction; it's the new reality being built by Hollo.AI. Join CEO Rex Wong for an electrifying presentation and live demonstration of the power of AI Digital Twins.
This session will pull back the curtain on how Hollo.AI is empowering developers and filmmakers to create truly dynamic content. You will see firsthand how intelligent NPCs can create emergent narratives in real-time and how Generative AI Filmmaking tools are enabling storytellers to produce content at unprecedented speed and scale. If you are a creator, developer, or producer looking for the tools that will define the next decade of immersive entertainment, you cannot miss this session.
Presentation By: Rex Wong, CEO, Hollo.AI
7:40pm-8:15pm
Prompting a Revolution: AI, Artistry, and the New Music Economy
The rise of generative AI platforms like Suno and Udio is more than a disruption—it's a revolution in sound. A simple text prompt can now produce a complete song in seconds, fundamentally challenging our definitions of production, performance, and ownership. This panel brings together music technologists, artists, and industry leaders to debate the new frontier. We'll explore how AI is transforming the creative workflow, enabling personalized and adaptive soundtracks for immersive worlds, and creating new, uncharted forms of virtual performance. Join us as we confront the critical questions: Who is the artist, what is the value of a song, and how will we monetize music in a world of infinite, AI-generated content?
Panelists:
Malik Yusef, 8-time Grammy Award-Winning Musician & Producer
Damizza, Legendary Music Producer, Executive & Radio Producer
Adrian Miller, CEO of Xyion, Manager for Andersen.Paak
Jimmy Thomas, CEO of XStreamer & Crowdaa
Rex Wong, CEO of Creator Space LA & Hollo.AI
8:20-8:30pm
Gauging the Future of Music & Entertainment with GAUGR
Join Anthony Jones, CEO of GAUGR and a key architect of the vibrant Oakland music scene, as he unveils the future of music discovery. In a world of passive 'likes', GAUGR introduces a dynamic and gamified way for fans to truly rate and influence the entertainment they consume. Learn how GAUGR is empowering listeners, providing invaluable feedback for artists, and revolutionizing how we discover the next big hit.
Presentation By: Anthony Jones, CEO, GAUGR
8:35-9:00pm
Banking on Storytellers: A New Blueprint for Entertainment Finance
What does it take to get a entertainment project funded in today's disruptive landscape? It takes a new kind of team. This session assembles a lineup of true game-changers who are actively writing the new rules for entertainment capital.
From the courtside to the community, learn directly from Jarnell Stokes about how he is leveraging his former career as an NBA Player to become a major player in film and venture funding. Discover a revolutionary, equitable model with Bruce Waynne & Itibari Zulu of the IWP Fund, who is tapping into community finance with the backing of the State of California. And see how tech platforms like Syndicate are democratizing the entire process. This is your chance to hear from the people who are not just talking about the future of finance, but building it.
Bruce Waynne, CEO of IWP Fund
Itibari Zulu, President of IWP Fund
Jarnell Stokes, CEO of Stoked Bros
Rex Wong, CEO of Creator Space LA & Hollo.AI
9:00pm-11:00pm
NETWORK MIXER + TOURS OF DNE’S VOLUMETRIC STUDIO @CREATORSPACE.LA
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Here’s a look at the unforgettable moments we've already created
Monday: We kicked things off with a bang at Tech Street Santa Monica! Over 2,000 people joined us on the beach to celebrate Santa Monica's 150th Anniversary and experience groundbreaking tech from Waymo, Lucid, Delta, and Hollo.AI.
Tuesday: The afternoon saw the next wave of innovators at the Impact & Innovation Venture Summit, presented by Silicon Valley Bank. A huge congratulations to Airluum & TRL11 for winning the pitch competition! That night, we blurred the lines between reality and the digital world at FashionVerse, where over 600 attendees witnessed the first hybrid VR/IRL fashion show at Creator Space LA, headlined by the legendary designer and father of hip-hop streetwear, Karl Kani.
Wednesday: We dove into the future of cinema with AI Filmmaking: Hollywood's New Algorithm, featuring an amazing lineup of VIPs and creators like Kevin Lagrett, McKenzi Brooke, and Jimmy Thomas.
Thursday: We explored the intersection of sports and venture capital at The Rise of the Investor-Athlete, getting insights from pros like Marcellis Wiley, Josh Childress, and other top-tier athlete investors.
And on Saturday…
Tokenize Web3 Conference
We're closing out the week with the ultimate deep dive into the decentralized future. Hosted by the renowned Michael Terpin and Syndicate, this conference brings together the top minds and leading voices in Web3 and crypto for a day of powerful insights and networking.
Join us at Tokenize: Get Tickets
This is your final opportunity to be part of the biggest tech week in LA. The conversations happening here are shaping the future. Don't hear about it later—be in the room.
Secure your spot for the final events now: Syndicate Events
AND SUNDAY….
OFF THE HOOK | Santa Monica Seafood Festival
GET TICKETS: OFF THE HOOK | Santa Monica Seafood Festival
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OFF THE HOOK Seafood Festival RETURNS to the iconic Santa Monica Pier on Sunday, Oct. 19, to celebrate National Seafood Month, the City of Santa Monica's 150th Anniversary, and to raise funds for Heal the Bay! As if that wasn't enough reason to celebrate, it's also the official closing event for LA Tech Week!
Santa Monica's premier food festival showcases the city's best restaurants and chefs with their favorite underwater ingredients
See you there,
Team Syndicate Events




