TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to Feature 200+ Sessions with 250+ Tech Leaders

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is set to take place from October 13 to 15 at Moscone West, San Francisco, expecting over 10,000 attendees including founders, VCs, and tech enthusiasts. The event will feature more than 200 sessions and host over 250 tech leaders, including RJ Scaringe (CEO of Rivian), Andrew Feldman (CEO of Cerebras), and Panos Panay (Amazon). Over 300 startups will exhibit, competing for the Startup Battlefield Prize, which offers $100,000 in equity-free funding. Notable speakers include Max Hodak (Founder of Science Corporation), Garrett Langley (CEO of Flock Safety), and Amjad Masad (CEO of Replit). Discounts include a 50% off for a second pass and a $75 Expo+ Pass for laid-off individuals. This follows the 2021 Startup Battlefield win by Nabiha Saklayen, co-founder and CEO of Cellino. Key discussions will address topics such as AI scalability, biology banking, and the future of technology beyond smartphones.