Startup Battlefield 200

About

The Startup Battlefield 200 at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 invites bold pre-Series A startups to apply for a chance to compete for visibility, capital, and a $100,000 equity-free prize, with benefits including exhibit space, tickets, and access to investor-led masterclasses, culminating in a pitch showdown in front of over 10,000 tech leaders.

Benefits

• Free 3-day exhibit space at Disrupt
• 4 complimentary tickets
• Placement in the Disrupt app
• Press list access
• Quality leads
• Access to investor-led masterclasses
• Opportunity to pitch on a global stage
• $100,000 equity-free prize for the winner

Eligibility Criteria

• Pre-Series A startups with MVPs and massive potential
• Bootstrapped or backed startups
• Some capital-intensive Series A companies may qualify