San Francisco, CA — October 1, 2025 — At the House of Web3 in the Presidio, local innovators, technologists, and community leaders gathered for We 💜 SF, a community lunch series aimed at tackling the Bay Area’s most pressing challenges. The event, held on Wednesday, October 1, featured a thought-provoking discussion on whether decentralized AI could evolve into a force for generosity and philanthropy.

The gathering was sponsored by INNOVAT3 and the Connected Communities DAO, and brought together diverse voices from across the region. Over a shared lunch prepared by Chef Maritza Hortado, attendees explored how technology—particularly AI and blockchain—can foster greater human flourishing when paired with community-driven values.

Spotlight on AI, Philanthropy, and Human Flourishing

The featured speakers included:

• Ian Utile — CEO of ÂTTN.LIVE, a serial entrepreneur, and former executive at Hedera, Ian has spent over a decade pioneering Web3 and AI innovations. Known for his energetic keynotes at global tech conferences, he emphasized how decentralized technologies could reshape trust, generosity, and the way communities collaborate.
  
• Riza Utile — Founder of Web3ÂI, entrepreneur, and global speaker, Riza combined her backgrounds in art, education, and technology to lead a panel exploring this month’s theme. She moderated a conversation with Ian, Paul Pisner, Peisnner and Ted Hahs, sparking dialogue on whether emerging AI systems can align with human values like generosity and philanthropy.
  

Building Connections Across Sectors

The We 💜 SF lunch series is designed to be more than just a tech meetup. Attendees include entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, faith-based community organizers, and service providers who all share a commitment to solving local challenges. According to event organizers, the goal is to cultivate collaboration across sectors that might not otherwise intersect.

“This isn’t just about Web3 or AI for their own sake,” said organizer Ted Hahs. “It’s about asking how these tools can actually serve people—whether through generosity, equity, or community resilience.”

Future Gatherings Planned

The October 1st session was part of an ongoing series, with future gatherings planned either weekly or monthly, though the exact schedule has yet to be announced. Organizers emphasized that consistency will be key in building momentum and strengthening cross-sector partnerships.

As Web3 and AI continue to evolve, events like We 💜 SF highlight the importance of pairing cutting-edge innovation with community-building and social responsibility.For more information or to stay updated on future gatherings, interested participants are encouraged to follow INNOVAT3 and the Connected Communities DAO.