TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to Feature 250+ Tech Leaders and $100K Startup Prize

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 will take place from October 13-15 at Moscone West, expecting over 10,000 attendees. The event will feature more than 250 tech leaders, including Mark Wahlberg, RJ Scaringe, and Andrew Feldman. Attendees can save $100 on passes before the event starts, with a 50% discount available on a second eligible pass. Laid-off individuals can purchase an Expo+ Pass for $75. The event will host over 200 sessions across 6 stages, showcasing 20 finalists in the Startup Battlefield 200 competition, which offers a $100,000 prize to the winner. This follows previous coverage of TechCrunch events highlighting the growing importance of startup competitions in the tech ecosystem.