TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, a three-day conference focusing on emerging technology and startup innovation, is scheduled for October 27-29 at Moscone West in San Francisco. The event is set to host over 10,000 startup founders and venture capital leaders, featuring discussions on artificial intelligence, robotics, and other technological advancements shaping the industrial landscape.
The conference agenda includes more than 200 sessions across five industry stages, roundtables, and breakout discussions. Topics range from strategies for building AI-native startups and funding approaches to broader industry trends. Notable speakers slated to participate include Elad Gil, Aaron Levie, Jason Citron, Anton Osika, and Brynn Putham, among over 250 founders and industry figures.
A central component of Disrupt 2025 will be an immersive showcase highlighting over 100 startup innovations. Live demonstrations are planned on the industry stages, with technology leaders from Apptronik and Waabi confirmed to present. Apptronik, known for its work in advanced robotics, and Waabi, specializing in AI for autonomous systems, represent areas of significant interest for industrial applications.
The event will also feature the Startup Battlefield 200, a global pitch competition showcasing 20 pre-Series A startups vetted by TechCrunch. These companies will compete for a $100,000 equity-free prize, with feedback provided by experienced venture capitalists. This segment is designed to offer insights into early-stage company development and investment strategies.
Networking opportunities will be available throughout the three days, including investor-founder meetings and workshops. According to TechCrunch, the event aims to foster connections among attendees and the broader Bay Area technology community. A specific "Regular-Bird" pricing tier for event passes concludes on September 26 at 11:59 p.m. PT, offering a potential saving of up to $668 on registration fees, as announced by event organizers.
