TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Overview

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is scheduled for October 13-15, 2026, and expects over 10,000 attendees. The event will feature more than 200 sessions across six industry stages, with over 250 speakers and 300 exhibiting startups.

Notable participants include Mo Jomaa from CapitalG, Vipul Ved Prakash of Together AI, and Zuzanna Stamirowska from Pathway. Nader Khalil and Sydney Sykes from Nvidia will also be present, discussing AI deployment strategies.

Sessions will cover topics such as "The Real Tokenmaxxing: How the Best AI Companies Navigate a Multi-Model World" and "Which AI Should Your Company Actually Deploy: Rent, Customize, or Build." These discussions aim to help founders make informed decisions about AI technology.

Discounts are available for attendees, including a $100 discount on the Disrupt pass and 50% off a second pass. Laid-off individuals can purchase an Expo+ Pass for $75. This follows previous discussions on AI ethics and safety at earlier events, highlighting the ongoing evolution in AI development strategies.