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StrictlyVC Los Angeles event on June 18 will feature discussions on defense technology, physical AI, and venture investment strategy.

StrictlyVC Los Angeles event on June 18 will feature discussions on defense technology, physical AI, and venture investment strategy.

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  1. StrictlyVC Los Angeles takes place on Thursday, June 18, at The Aerospace Corporation Campus in El Segundo, bringing together investors, founders, and tech leaders for conversations on venture capital, defense technology, artificial intelligence, and advanced industry.

  2. Speakers include Ethan Thornton (founder of Mach Industries) on building hard tech companies in defense, Delian Asparouhov (Founders Fund) and Saif Khawaja (Shinkei Systems) on physical AI and robotics, and Carter Reum (M13) on how AI is reshaping industries and identifying durable companies.

  3. The event is designed to offer attendees direct access to people building and funding next-generation companies, with opportunities to connect with founders, investors, and operators beyond scheduled sessions.

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