TechCrunch Disrupt 2026

About

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is a premier annual event for startups and investors, featuring the Startup Battlefield 200 competition with a chance to win $100,000 in equity-free prize money, expert talks, and extensive networking opportunities, making it an essential gathering for those in technology and innovation sectors.

Benefits

• 💰 Prize Money
• Compete for a $100,000 equity-free prize in the Startup Battlefield 200 competition
• 🎤 Expert Talks
• Access to over 200 expert keynote speeches and presentations from industry leaders
• 🌐 Networking Opportunities
• Engage in one-on-one and group meetings with other attendees for valuable connections
• 🏢 Showcase Opportunities
• Over 300 startups will showcase their latest technological breakthroughs at the event

Eligibility Criteria

• 🌍 Open Participation
• Open to all entrepreneurs, investors, and technology leaders
• 🏢 Event Attendance
• Participants must attend the event in San Francisco from October 13-15, 2026
• 💼 Startup Focus
• Targeted at startups in technology, AI, deep tech, and related fields
• 👥 Networking Opportunities
• Participants will have access to networking with over 10,000 attendees including founders and investors

Participation Commitments

• 📍 Physical Attendance
• Must attend TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 in San Francisco on October 13-15, 2026
• 💵 Ticket Purchase
• Purchase of a ticket is required to participate in the event
• 🎤 Competition Entry
• Participation in the Startup Battlefield 200 competition requires a separate application process

Target Region

Open to participants globally, with a focus on the San Francisco area for the event

Target Sector

Focused on technology innovation, AI, deep tech, and related sectors