FAULT LINE fɔːlt laɪn (noun) 1. A fracture in the earth's crust where blocks of rock move past each other. 2. A divisive issue or difference of opinion that is likely to have serious consequences. 3. A bi-monthly dinner series in San Francisco designed to reject the echo chamber.
THE PREMISEThe future doesn’t emerge from consensus. It forms in the cracks, where assumptions are stressed, reframed, and sometimes abandoned.
Fault Lines Club is a curated dinner series built around shared inquiry. There are no sides to defend, no points to score, and no winners to crown.
This is not a networking event. It’s a guided conversation among people who think differently and are curious enough to sit with that discomfort. The goal isn’t to be right. The goal is to leave with better questions than the ones you arrived with.
THE PROTOCOL
One table. One conversation.Jeffersonian style. No side chatter, no breakouts.
Chatham House Rules.Insights leave. Attributions stay.
No pitching.Curiosity beats persuasion.
No winners. No takedowns.Intellectual friction is welcome. Intellectual dominance is not.
FAULT ZONES (THE CONVERSATIONS)
01 // AI BOOM OR BUST (Appetizer)With AI stocks soaring but fears of a bubble bursting, is this tech wave supercharging economies and jobs, or setting us up for disruptions in labor markets and innovation? We're seeing rapid adoption, but also risks like overhyping short-term impacts.
02 // ALLIANCES IN FLUX? (Entrée)As historic alliances fray amid conflicts in Venezuela, Ukraine, the Middle East, and beyond, plus rising multipolarity and trade tensions, is this chaos leading to new deals and resilience, or deeper divisions in a bipolar world?
03 // AGING CRISIS OR YOUTH OPPORTUNITY? (Dessert) Declining populations in developed nations clash with youth bulges elsewhere, sparking tugs over labor, resources, and migration. Could this fuel conflicts, or drive innovative solutions like new workforce models?
These are starting points, not positions.
ACCESSCapacity is strictly limited to 12 seats. Attendance is curated to ensure diversity of perspective, background, and thinking style.
If you’re reading this, the signal has reached you.
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THE PREMISEThe future doesn’t emerge from consensus. It forms in the cracks, where assumptions are stressed, reframed, and sometimes abandoned.
Fault Lines Club is a curated dinner series built around shared inquiry. There are no sides to defend, no points to score, and no winners to crown.
This is not a networking event. It’s a guided conversation among people who think differently and are curious enough to sit with that discomfort. The goal isn’t to be right. The goal is to leave with better questions than the ones you arrived with.
THE PROTOCOL
One table. One conversation.Jeffersonian style. No side chatter, no breakouts.
Chatham House Rules.Insights leave. Attributions stay.
No pitching.Curiosity beats persuasion.
No winners. No takedowns.Intellectual friction is welcome. Intellectual dominance is not.
FAULT ZONES (THE CONVERSATIONS)
01 // AI BOOM OR BUST (Appetizer)With AI stocks soaring but fears of a bubble bursting, is this tech wave supercharging economies and jobs, or setting us up for disruptions in labor markets and innovation? We're seeing rapid adoption, but also risks like overhyping short-term impacts.
02 // ALLIANCES IN FLUX? (Entrée)As historic alliances fray amid conflicts in Venezuela, Ukraine, the Middle East, and beyond, plus rising multipolarity and trade tensions, is this chaos leading to new deals and resilience, or deeper divisions in a bipolar world?
03 // AGING CRISIS OR YOUTH OPPORTUNITY? (Dessert) Declining populations in developed nations clash with youth bulges elsewhere, sparking tugs over labor, resources, and migration. Could this fuel conflicts, or drive innovative solutions like new workforce models?
These are starting points, not positions.
ACCESSCapacity is strictly limited to 12 seats. Attendance is curated to ensure diversity of perspective, background, and thinking style.
If you’re reading this, the signal has reached you.
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Attendees include portfolio companies, venture capitalists, strategic investors, angel investors, scientists and engineers, product development experts and other ecosystem supporters.Looking forward to seeing you all very soon!OVNI Team1st annual event 2024 : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y4ICvpUxbcs2nd annual event 2025 : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zJ9Bg6MASJg
About OVNI Capital
OVNI Capital is a first-check deep tech venture capital firm backing European founders scaling internationally. Based in San Francisco, Paris, and Berlin, we lead early-stage rounds with conviction, writing checks from $250K to $2M.
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Attendees include portfolio companies, venture capitalists, strategic investors, angel investors, scientists and engineers, product development experts and other ecosystem supporters.Looking forward to seeing you all very soon!OVNI Team1st annual event 2024 : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y4ICvpUxbcs2nd annual event 2025 : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zJ9Bg6MASJg
About OVNI Capital
OVNI Capital is a first-check deep tech venture capital firm backing European founders scaling internationally. Based in San Francisco, Paris, and Berlin, we lead early-stage rounds with conviction, writing checks from $250K to $2M.
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What if it all works?
Which current “risk” is actually massively overpriced—and why? What should we stop worrying about?
What are you personally underexposed to, despite believing in it?
What is a widely accepted “truth” in your industry that will look naive in 3 years?
What is the most dangerous consensus trade right now?
AI, economics and the labour market
What is the first unexpected group to benefit massively from AI?
Does AI centralize power (few winners) or fragment it (many small players)?
What scenarios in respect to labour market turmoil vs empowerment do you believe in?
New world order
What’s a scenario where fragmentation actually accelerates innovation?
What is the most likely non-obvious alliance to emerge in the next 5 years?
Which country is currently underestimated as a future power center? Would you move there?
If globalization reverses, what becomes hyper-local—and what becomes hyper-global? What is good and bad about that world?
With the occasional palate cleanser questions such as:
Would you let an AI pick your life partner if it could guarantee a 99% compatibility rate? Why or why not?
You might soon have the choice to be able to live forever. Would you like to? Why, why not?
If you were to build a society from scratch, what existing norm would you abandon?
Are there certain truths we can know without evidence?
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What if it all works?
Which current “risk” is actually massively overpriced—and why? What should we stop worrying about?
What are you personally underexposed to, despite believing in it?
What is a widely accepted “truth” in your industry that will look naive in 3 years?
What is the most dangerous consensus trade right now?
AI, economics and the labour market
What is the first unexpected group to benefit massively from AI?
Does AI centralize power (few winners) or fragment it (many small players)?
What scenarios in respect to labour market turmoil vs empowerment do you believe in?
New world order
What’s a scenario where fragmentation actually accelerates innovation?
What is the most likely non-obvious alliance to emerge in the next 5 years?
Which country is currently underestimated as a future power center? Would you move there?
If globalization reverses, what becomes hyper-local—and what becomes hyper-global? What is good and bad about that world?
With the occasional palate cleanser questions such as:
Would you let an AI pick your life partner if it could guarantee a 99% compatibility rate? Why or why not?
You might soon have the choice to be able to live forever. Would you like to? Why, why not?
If you were to build a society from scratch, what existing norm would you abandon?
Are there certain truths we can know without evidence?
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We’re bringing together a carefully selected group of founders, investors, and deeptech leaders for an exclusive evening with a slight focus on quantum innovation. Expect candid, high-signal conversations around the latest advances in quantum hardware, scaling challenges, hybrid systems, and the broader ripple effects these technologies will have across industries and infrastructure.
The evening will feature a warm welcome, relaxed yet insightful discussion, and plenty of time for meaningful networking. Enjoy a private chef dinner, signature drinks, and breathtaking views over San Francisco from one of the city’s most iconic buildings.
Space is strictly limited to preserve the intimate and high-value atmosphere. If you’re actively building, investing in, or shaping the future of deeptech and quantum, we’d love for you to join us.
Special thanks to Andrew Boos with Darwian Ventures for graciously hosting us in his home.
Also our sponsor Vouch, who is the leader in business insurance for venture-backed startups. With deep expertise in tech, Vouch delivers precise coverage as startups scale from launch to IPO. Vouch makes it easy to master insurance with a modern digital platform, 10 exclusive coverages for tech, and a curated marketplace of tech-focused carriers.
RSVP soon — these dinners fill quickly. Looking forward to a memorable night of connection and insight.
This event is part of Deep Tech Week. Create a free profile at deep-tech-week.com/register to help hosts approve your registration and build your schedule for the week.
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We’re bringing together a carefully selected group of founders, investors, and deeptech leaders for an exclusive evening with a slight focus on quantum innovation. Expect candid, high-signal conversations around the latest advances in quantum hardware, scaling challenges, hybrid systems, and the broader ripple effects these technologies will have across industries and infrastructure.
The evening will feature a warm welcome, relaxed yet insightful discussion, and plenty of time for meaningful networking. Enjoy a private chef dinner, signature drinks, and breathtaking views over San Francisco from one of the city’s most iconic buildings.
Space is strictly limited to preserve the intimate and high-value atmosphere. If you’re actively building, investing in, or shaping the future of deeptech and quantum, we’d love for you to join us.
Special thanks to Andrew Boos with Darwian Ventures for graciously hosting us in his home.
Also our sponsor Vouch, who is the leader in business insurance for venture-backed startups. With deep expertise in tech, Vouch delivers precise coverage as startups scale from launch to IPO. Vouch makes it easy to master insurance with a modern digital platform, 10 exclusive coverages for tech, and a curated marketplace of tech-focused carriers.
RSVP soon — these dinners fill quickly. Looking forward to a memorable night of connection and insight.
This event is part of Deep Tech Week. Create a free profile at deep-tech-week.com/register to help hosts approve your registration and build your schedule for the week.
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GPUs are hitting a wall. Copper is hitting a wall. The AI clusters we're building today are so power-hungry, so bandwidth-constrained, that the only path forward runs through light.
Dawn of Photonic Intelligence brings together executives at Nvidia, Intel and more of the people who are driving this transition for a dinner conference during Deeptech Week in SF.
On the agenda:
5PM: Arrival
530PM: Dr. Patrick Bowen presents Neurophos
6PM: Roundtable 1
Copper’s Last Mile: How Silicon Photonics Is Reshaping AI Compute and Networking Roadmaps
Speakers: M. Ashkan Seyedi (NVIDIA), Susan Schofer (SOSV), Dr. Josué Lopez (DCVC) and Geoffrey Tate (Ayar Labs). Moderated by Rafic Makki (Mubadala Capital)
630PM: Francesco Manegatti presents NcodiN
645PM: Alex Maierean presents Phantom Photonics
7PM: Roundtable 2
Building (and Betting On) the Photonic Intelligence Stack: VC Perspectives on Commercialization and Scale
Speakers: Josh Miner (Maverick Silicon), Srini Ananth (Intel Capital), Jerry Yang (HCVC) and Kevin Chen (Lam Capital). Moderated by Thomas Renaudin (OVNI Capital)
730PM: Scott Burroughs presents Uviquity
745PM: Julia Mossbridge presents American Electrodynamics
8PM: Dinner time.
9PM: End of event.
Full booklet with speaker profiles can be found here:https://www.papermark.com/view/cmq0brjfu000xle04h7l0ptmi
Seats are limited. Apply to attend
Special thanks to our official sponsors:
Vouch, the leader in business insurance for venture-backed startups. With deep expertise in tech, Vouch delivers precise coverage as startups scale from launch to IPO. Vouch makes it easy to master insurance with a modern digital platform, 10 exclusive coverages for tech, and a curated marketplace of tech-focused carriers.
Dentons, the world's largest law firm and one of the most active in the startup ecosystem. Through its dedicated Venture Technology and Emerging Growth Companies practice, Dentons works with more than 2,500 startups and emerging growth clients worldwide, supporting founders on all their legal needs from formation through global expansion. With deep experience in cross-border structuring and business immigration, Dentons helps deep tech companies raise capital, scale rapidly and seamlessly move talent across borders as they grow from launch to global scale.
SVB, a division of First Citizens Bank, the financial partner to the innovation economy. For more than 40 years, SVB has been the bank of choice for the world's most innovative companies and the investors who back them, serving startups and venture capital, private equity and corporate venture funds from pre-seed through IPO and beyond. With deep sector expertise across technology, life sciences and healthcare, plus the strength and stability of First Citizens, a 125-year-old institution, SVB helps founders and funds raise capital, manage growth and navigate complexity at every stage of their journey.
Hosted by OVNI Capital · Deeptech Week San Francisco · June 23, 2025
This event is part of Deep Tech Week. Create a free profile at deep-tech-week.com/register to help hosts approve your registration and build your schedule for the week.
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GPUs are hitting a wall. Copper is hitting a wall. The AI clusters we're building today are so power-hungry, so bandwidth-constrained, that the only path forward runs through light.
Dawn of Photonic Intelligence brings together executives at Nvidia, Intel and more of the people who are driving this transition for a dinner conference during Deeptech Week in SF.
On the agenda:
5PM: Arrival
530PM: Dr. Patrick Bowen presents Neurophos
6PM: Roundtable 1
Copper’s Last Mile: How Silicon Photonics Is Reshaping AI Compute and Networking Roadmaps
Speakers: M. Ashkan Seyedi (NVIDIA), Susan Schofer (SOSV), Dr. Josué Lopez (DCVC) and Geoffrey Tate (Ayar Labs). Moderated by Rafic Makki (Mubadala Capital)
630PM: Francesco Manegatti presents NcodiN
645PM: Alex Maierean presents Phantom Photonics
7PM: Roundtable 2
Building (and Betting On) the Photonic Intelligence Stack: VC Perspectives on Commercialization and Scale
Speakers: Josh Miner (Maverick Silicon), Srini Ananth (Intel Capital), Jerry Yang (HCVC) and Kevin Chen (Lam Capital). Moderated by Thomas Renaudin (OVNI Capital)
730PM: Scott Burroughs presents Uviquity
745PM: Julia Mossbridge presents American Electrodynamics
8PM: Dinner time.
9PM: End of event.
Full booklet with speaker profiles can be found here:https://www.papermark.com/view/cmq0brjfu000xle04h7l0ptmi
Seats are limited. Apply to attend
Special thanks to our official sponsors:
Vouch, the leader in business insurance for venture-backed startups. With deep expertise in tech, Vouch delivers precise coverage as startups scale from launch to IPO. Vouch makes it easy to master insurance with a modern digital platform, 10 exclusive coverages for tech, and a curated marketplace of tech-focused carriers.
Dentons, the world's largest law firm and one of the most active in the startup ecosystem. Through its dedicated Venture Technology and Emerging Growth Companies practice, Dentons works with more than 2,500 startups and emerging growth clients worldwide, supporting founders on all their legal needs from formation through global expansion. With deep experience in cross-border structuring and business immigration, Dentons helps deep tech companies raise capital, scale rapidly and seamlessly move talent across borders as they grow from launch to global scale.
SVB, a division of First Citizens Bank, the financial partner to the innovation economy. For more than 40 years, SVB has been the bank of choice for the world's most innovative companies and the investors who back them, serving startups and venture capital, private equity and corporate venture funds from pre-seed through IPO and beyond. With deep sector expertise across technology, life sciences and healthcare, plus the strength and stability of First Citizens, a 125-year-old institution, SVB helps founders and funds raise capital, manage growth and navigate complexity at every stage of their journey.
Hosted by OVNI Capital · Deeptech Week San Francisco · June 23, 2025
This event is part of Deep Tech Week. Create a free profile at deep-tech-week.com/register to help hosts approve your registration and build your schedule for the week.
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IPEM's official reception is at the iconic Hôtel de Ville - we will be steps away across the street, to offer a more intimate breather before the week gets going.
Arnaud Laurent — General Partner, entrepreneur turned investor; co-founded OVNI Capital in 2022
Marie Outtier — General Partner, sold her company to Twitter before moving into venture investing
Thomas Renaudin — Founding Partner, ex judo athlete
Emily Eisenblätter — Partner, Co-Author @ Future of Computing
Matthieu Stefani — Venture Partner, host of GDIY, reaching over a million French listeners each month
📅 Date: Tuesday 8 September 2026
🕖 Time: 7.30 pm – 10.30 pm
📍 Location: Confirmed upon RSVP
🎟️ RSVP: Invitation only
Please RSVP to confirm your spot, or reach out to Arnaud arnaud@ovni.capital with any questions.
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Arnaud Laurent — General Partner, entrepreneur turned investor; co-founded OVNI Capital in 2022
Marie Outtier — General Partner, sold her company to Twitter before moving into venture investing
Thomas Renaudin — Founding Partner, ex judo athlete
Emily Eisenblätter — Partner, Co-Author @ Future of Computing
Matthieu Stefani — Venture Partner, host of GDIY, reaching over a million French listeners each month
📅 Date: Tuesday 8 September 2026
🕖 Time: 7.30 pm – 10.30 pm
📍 Location: Confirmed upon RSVP
🎟️ RSVP: Invitation only
Please RSVP to confirm your spot, or reach out to Arnaud arnaud@ovni.capital with any questions.
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OVNI is taking a small, curated group of LP's, emerging managers and iconic VC's to iFLY Paris, the only indoor skydiving simulator inside the city.
Strap in, and a 270 km/h wind current will do the rest: real freefall into a 14-meter glass, zero plane required, fully guided by professional instructors. No experience necessary: just a willingness to do something you'll be talking about long after IPEM.
This event is invite-only and intentionally small.
🚐 Transportation: A van will depart from the IPEM venue at 8:00 AM and bring participants back after the experience. You're also welcome to meet us directly at iFLY Paris if you prefer.Please RSVP to confirm your spot. Questions ? Reach out to our flying GP, Arnaud, at arnaud@ovni.capital.
📅 Date: Wed 9 sept. 🕐 Time: 8:00 - 10:00📍 Location: iFLY Paris, Vill'Up, La Villette
See you there and no dropouts (other than from the simulator).
OVNI Capital Team---
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Strap in, and a 270 km/h wind current will do the rest: real freefall into a 14-meter glass, zero plane required, fully guided by professional instructors. No experience necessary: just a willingness to do something you'll be talking about long after IPEM.
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See you there and no dropouts (other than from the simulator).
OVNI Capital Team---
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Agenda
5:00 – 6:00 · Doors openLight dinner is served alongside drinks.
6:00 – 6:10 · Welcome & framing Quick context from the hosts on why this moment matters.
6:10 – 6:40 · Panel 1 — Who Controls the Midstream Processing and refining concentration, export controls, and the structural gaps that new Western capacity must close for AI power systems, batteries, and defense.Moderator: Evaline Tsai (Gigascale)Panelists: Alex Grant (Magrathea), Hooman Reza Nezhad (Solcoa), Wiles Kase (Clareo) and JP Soulier (Prelude)6:50– 7:30 · Panel 2 — From Process to Plant What it actually takes to turn a critical minerals technology into a deployable business: capital intensity, permitting timelines, offtake structures, and the unit economics that separate interesting science from bankable companies.Moderator: Matt Logan (Earthshot Ventures)Panelists: Rajesh Swaminathan (Khosla), Milo Werner (DCVC)
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