Nvidia's khalil and sykes explore open vs. closed AI strategies at techcrunch disrupt 2026

Nvidia's Nader Khalil and Sydney Sykes are set to lead a session at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, examining the open versus closed AI debate. The event, scheduled for October 13-15 in San Francisco, will explore the trade-offs between open and proprietary AI models, with a focus on their commercial viability. Khalil, Nvidia's Director of Developer Tech, and Sykes, Global Head of VC Partnerships, will discuss how companies can navigate the evolving landscape of AI development. Nvidia emphasizes that the future lies not in choosing between open and closed models, but in integrating both. The company's Nemotron 3 Super, launched in March, exemplifies this hybrid approach, combining open models with proprietary technologies. The session aims to provide insights for founders, investors, and developers, highlighting the strategic implications of AI model choices on business models and infrastructure. Registration for the event closes on September 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT, with early-bird savings of up to $200 available.