October 14 - 16, 2025
Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas

2025 Agenda

Where’s the Moat?

Thursday, October 16, 2025
Innovation in Action Track

For investors, a critical element in evaluating a startup is determining whether it has a sustainable competitive advantage – otherwise known as a “moat.”

But in an AI landscape where many startups leverage the same foundational models, what truly sets one apart? This session explores how investors assess moats in AI-driven startups—looking beyond technology to factors like proprietary data, domain expertise, UX design, and speed to market. We’ll also examine whether large insurers and brokers will opt to build their own AI tools, potentially reshaping the role of startups in the insurance ecosystem.

Speakers
Kevin McLoughlin
Kevin McLoughlin, Partner & Co-Founder - MTech Capital
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