5 NYC tech events you don't want to miss this week

Written by Anthony Sodd
Published on Jun. 20, 2016

Patent Protection for Developers in the IoT Space

When: June 23th at 12 p.m.

Should you go? What’s the point in developing something if someone else is just going to steal the gold and glory? If you’re an IoT developer, this is all about you.  

What’s happening: A patent lawyer will be giving an overview of the patent issues in the IoT space face, as well as some practical advice.

Workshop on Tools to Build Your Career Through New Media Channels

When: June 21 at 6 p.m.

Should you go? Yes, if you’re interested in hacking your way to relevance in the modern, digital media landscape. 

What’s happening: The event will teach you how to adapt to new media platforms, and how to make the best out of their algorithms. Think of it like personal branding 101 in the age of Instagram.

Fireside Chat with Augment, Meta and Sketchfab

When: June 21st at 6:30 p.m.

Should you go? Augmented reality is going to end up being huge, impacting many of the things you do on a day-to-day basis. You might as well get a head start on it. 

What’s happening: Augment, Meta and Sketchfab, leaders in the augmented reality field, will be discussing applications of augmented reality on business. There will be drinks and networking too.

Virtual Reality Pitch and Demo

When: June 23rd at 6 p.m.

Should you go? If you have any interest in checking out the most cutting edge VR and AR tech, than absolutely. The virtual world is going to be so much more fun than the real one.

What’s happening: A bunch of VR and AR developers are gathering to pitch and present their products. The highlight of the event will be an opportunity to try out the Microsoft Hololens.

NYC Startup Demos & Drinks

When: June 23rd at 6:30 p.m.

Should you go? Only if you like drinks, networking and tech demos — if you don’t, skip it.

What’s happening: Cocktails, networking and a bunch of live demos of tech products. What's not to like? 


That's it for this week. To see a full listing of things happening in NYC tech, check out our events page. 

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