Portland AI Engineers Feb 2026 Meeting

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Join us for a unique double-feature session with Core Defender AI.

Part 1 — AI & Robotics Demo by Elementary School Students
Students from Core Defender AI's elementary school program will present their work in AI and robotics, including live interaction with desktop humanoid robots. Come see the next generation of engineers showing what they've built and learned.
Part 2 — How x402 and ERC-8004 Power an Agent-Only Economy
AI agents are beginning to operate independently — discovering services, deciding who to trust, and paying for what they use without human involvement. This session introduces two emerging protocols that enable agent-to-agent interaction: one focused on payments and one on identity and reputation. Together, they point toward a future where AI systems collaborate directly, unlocking new ways to build, distribute, and monetize digital services without ads, accounts, or manual approvals.
About Core Defender AI
Core Defender AI is a Hillsboro, Oregon-based technology company specializing in AI innovation, education, and responsible technology adoption. Core Defender AI is accelerated and supported by Google, NVIDIA, AWS, Microsoft, and several other leading global technology partners.

Schedule:

• 5:00 - 5:30: Snacks and networking
• 5:30 - 6:30: Presentations
• 6:30 - 7:00: Wrap up and networking

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