We’re down to 4 days left to save up to $482 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass.

These low rates will disappear on April 10 at 11:59 p. If you’ve been mapping out your 2026 tech event calendar, this is the moment to take action.

Register now to lock in your savings before prices increase.

What to expect at Disrupt Each year, Disrupt brings together 10,000+ founders, tech leaders, and VCs at San Francisco’s Moscone West.

From October 13–15, you’ll gain valuable takeaways and curated networking opportunities designed to elevate your startup trajectory, accelerate your career, or strengthen your portfolio.

Key insights from today’s tech heavyweights Last year, Disrupt featured 200+ onstage conversations with 250+ top voices shaping the tech ecosystem.

Expect the same level of powerful, candid conversations this year with tracks ranging from AI and scaling to fintech and climate.

Keep an eye on the event page as we roll out the 2026 agenda.

2025 highlights included the following: Top investors from Insight Partners, GV, and Moxxie shared what to remember while raising a Series A. Roy Lee, viral rage-bait expert and founder of Cluely, said brand awareness alone wouldn’t sustain growth and urged startups to focus on social media virality.

Kevin Rose, founder of Digg, had one rule for evaluating AI hardware investments: ”If you feel like you should punch someone in the face wearing it, you probably shouldn’t invest in it.

” Waymo co-CEO Tekedra Mawakana made it clear onstage that the company will not stand for vandalism against its robotaxis.

Spark meaningful connections through networking Last year, 20,000+ curated meetings took place over three days.

Beyond that, thousands more connections happened organically through impromptu moments, roundtables, and conversations across a 10,000+ attendee Expo Hall.

This year, we’re rolling out improved networking technology to make those connections even more targeted and efficient.

Meet the one person who can change the trajectory of your startup.

You’ll gain: Direct access to founders, VCs, and operators actively building.

Conversations that turn into funding, partnerships, and key hires.

Tactical insights you can apply immediately.

Early visibility into where tech is heading next.

Witness the intense startup pitch showdown Startup Battlefield 200 is where 200 TechCrunch-selected, early-stage startups compete on a global stage for $100,000 in equity-free funding, global visibility, and direct access to top investors.

Hear directly from tier-one VCs as they share candid feedback on what makes a startup viable.

Is your startup ready to join the battle?

Apply here.

Know a startup that belongs in this competition?

Nominate here. This iconic pitch competition has helped launch breakout companies like Discord, Cloudflare, and Trello.

First-row seat to new breakthroughs Over 300 startup exhibitors will showcase innovations across the venue, especially in the Expo Hall, where foot traffic converges.

Discover tomorrow’s breakthroughs and today’s solutions — all in one place.

Want to book a table for your startup?

Get started here.

More ways to connect with the Bay Area tech scene Throughout Disrupt Week, October 11–17, TechCrunch Disrupt Side Events will take place across the Bay Area beyond the main venue.

Attend a post-event cocktail hour, grab breakfast before the day begins, or even host your own off-site panel.

The opportunities to make powerful connections around Disrupt are endless.

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