San Francisco, October 27, 2025 — During TechCrunch Disrupt, Orbis86 once again proved why it’s a force at the intersection of innovation and investment. The Founders & Funders Mixer, title-sponsored MiniDoge, brought together trailblazing founders, forward-thinking investors, and visionary technologists to explore how intelligent systems and decentralized innovation are reshaping the future.
Hosted at the World Flagship Space in Union Square, the evening blended cutting-edge technology, thought leadership, and meaningful connections—creating a vibrant environment where bold ideas met strategic capital and collaboration sparked new possibilities.
To relive the highlights of the event, watch the official recap video here: https://youtu.be/7JdYlQk9smQ
From this opening spark of innovation, the evening seamlessly transitioned into conversations with industry leaders driving the decentralized frontier forward.
The Sponsors & Partners Talk: Shaping the Future of Innovation
The Sponsors & Partners segment turned the spotlight on leaders shaping the next frontier of technology, finance, and decentralized ecosystems.
MiniDoge, the title sponsor, highlighted its pioneering work in community-driven innovation and next-gen digital ecosystems, merging DeFi, DePIN, and AI-powered blockchain to empower creators and users alike.
World joined the discussion to share how it’s redefining digital identity through privacy preserving verification powered by its World ID protocol and the Orb, enabling secure, human-centric participation in the digital economy.
Unstoppable Domains further elevated the dialogue by showcasing their work in decentralized digital identity, providing users with blockchain-based domains that redefine ownership and privacy online.
Together, these voices reflected a shared belief—that innovation is strongest when founders, investors, and builders work hand-in-hand to shape a transparent and equitable digital future.
As the discussions set up the tone for collaboration and progress, attendees were invited to witness innovation in motion through an extraordinary interactive installation.
Experience the Orb: A Glimpse into the Future of Identity
As attendees moved through the venue, one installation drew universal curiosity—the NVIDIA-powered Orb, an innovation from World redefining how humanity verifies identity in the digital age.
Guests interacted with the Orb firsthand, witnessing how World ID enables secure, anonymous, and privacy-preserving verification without storing personal data. The live demonstrations gave everyone—from investors to tech enthusiasts—a tangible understanding of how decentralized identity is setting new standards for trust, transparency, and human-centric privacy.
This segment wasn’t just an introduction to new technology—it was an invitation to reimagine how digital and human identities can coexist responsibly in a rapidly evolving world.
Inspired by the glimpse into the future, the energy in the room soared as voices of founders and investors took center stage.
Open Mic Moments: Founders and Investors Take the Stage
The energy of the evening rose as founders, investors, and innovators stepped into the spotlight for an Open Mic session—sharing stories of their journeys, insights, and visions for the next wave of intelligent, decentralized systems.
From seed-stage founders unveiling their first prototypes to seasoned investors discussing long-term trends in AI and blockchain convergence, the session became a space for authentic storytelling and mutual inspiration. Attendees listened, learned, and connected through a shared passion for building technology with purpose.
The spirit of collaboration carried forward as the room transformed into a hub of creativity and connection.
Collisions of Creativity: Conversations that Sparked Collaboration
Following the Open Mic, the networking floor came alive with animated conversations, laughter, and fresh ideas. Founders exchanged strategies, investors shared perspectives, and teams from across the globe discovered synergies that extended far beyond the event.
In an atmosphere filled with curiosity and optimism, collaborations began to take form—proving that innovation thrives where diverse minds meet with a shared goal. The evening’s ambience, complete with curated cocktails and bites, amplified the sense of creative momentum that defined the night.
Amid this buzz of innovation, attendees were also treated to a mindful experience that bridged sustainability and technology.
Savor Sustainability: The Agroverse Cacao Experience
As guests continued their journey through the venue, they were invited to slow down and savor sustainability through the Agroverse Cacao Experience.
An initiative by TrueSight DAO, Agroverse blends flavor, community, and conservation—empowering small-scale Amazonian farmers through regenerative agroforestry. Each warm cup of cacao represented more than taste; it symbolized rebirth for lands once ravaged by deforestation.
The sensory experience captured Orbis86’s vision for purposeful innovation—where technology, sustainability, and humanity converge.
As the evening drew toward its close, excitement returned to the forefront with an activation celebrating the power of digital identity.
Domains Giveaway: Powering Digital Identity
Adding a spark of excitement to the evening, Unstoppable Domains hosted a special giveaway that let attendees claim their personalized Web3 domains. The initiative reinforced the importance of self-sovereign identity—allowing participants to take a tangible step toward digital ownership and decentralization.
This activation not only energized the crowd but also showcased how accessible, practical, and empowering blockchain-driven identity can be in real life.
Every partner and collaborator contributed a unique layer to this dynamic evening – together shaping an ecosystem of innovation and impact.
Our Sponsors and Partners
Title Sponsor
MiniDoge: A dynamic ecosystem blending DeFi, DePIN, and AI-driven blockchain technology. MiniDoge is a pioneering global movement that unites community, creativity, and decentralization to shape the future of digital ecosystems.
Venue Sponsor
World: It is a decentralized, privacy-preserving digital identity and financial network designed to enable universal access to the global economy. Through its World ID protocol and Orb biometric verification, it establishes secure proof-of-personhood, ensuring fair token distribution and protecting against AI-driven identity fraud.
Sponsor
Cole-Frieman & Mallon LLP (CFM): A top-tier investment management law firm, providing innovative legal solutions for financial services. Serving start-ups to multibillion-dollar funds, CFM specializes in fund formation, regulatory compliance, counterparty documentation, and employment matters. Renowned for its expertise in digital asset funds, CFM also advises corporate matters and intellectual property (IP) matters, including fundraising, M&A, governance, tax, and compliance. The firm publishes the Hedge Fund Law Blog, a key resource for industry insights.
Host
Orbis86: At Orbis86, we are revolutionizing digital innovation through our Engage – Educate – Elevate approach. By connecting global communities through events, thought leadership, and cross-network collaborations, we empower founders and investors to shape a decentralized future together.
Co-Host
OffChain Global: A worldwide network with 70+ chapters, connecting developers, investors, and entrepreneurs in the blockchain and emerging tech sectors. OffChain fosters collaboration and shared growth through meaningful, community-driven engagements.
Event Partners
BrandPR: A specialized PR and marketing agency helping decentralized and digital innovation projects gain global recognition. Since 2022, BrandPR has been delivering strategic campaigns and community-focused outreach, ensuring that innovation stories reach the right audiences at the right time.
Unstoppable Domain: Advancing the evolution of digital identity through blockchain-based Web3 domains that enable individuals to own and control their online presence. These domains serve as a secure and interoperable foundation for the decentralized web, facilitating seamless authentication, efficient digital transactions, and verified website ownership.
Agroverse: Agroverse — led by TrueSight DAO — unites a compassionate community to regenerate the Amazon through premium regenerative cacao. Sourced from small-scale farmers using traditional agroforestry on once-barren lands ravaged by cattle ranching and soybean farming, our work rejuvenates ecosystems one harvest at a time.
Media Partners
Our media partners will amplify the insights, energy, and outcomes of the event to a global audience:
Bitcoin World | CoinPedia | Voice of Crypto | Bitcoin Insider | TUA Crypto | Crypto Craze | Crypto News Bulls | Crypto Tion | Coin Zebro | Bitcoin All | Crypto Papers | Lucky Coiner | Trade Base | The Bit Crypto | BD Ventures | Traders Brawl
A Night to Remember, A Future to Shape
As conversations evolved into collaborations and moments turned into momentum, the Orbis86 Founders & Funders Mixer stood as a defining highlight of TechCrunch Disrupt Week.
It wasn’t just about networking—it was about building bridges between vision and venture, between innovation and impact.
As conversations evolve into collaborations and ideas into impact, this event marks the beginning of a new era—where technology serves humanity, and innovation knows no boundaries.