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TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 marks 20 years of shaping the startup world — and tonight’s your last chance to save up to $675 on your ticket.

From October 27–29, Disrupt returns to Moscone West in San Francisco. Join 10,000+ tech innovators, founders, VCs, and ecosystem builders for three days of high-impact programming, networking, and startup energy.

But first: your savings. You have until 11:59 p.m. PT tonight to save up to $675. Once the clock strikes midnight, prices jump. Register now.

Why you won’t want to miss this 20th-anniversary Disrupt

TechCrunch Disrupt has been the launchpad for breakthroughs and next-generation deals for 20 years. It’s not just another tech conference — it’s where game-changing innovations are born, powerful connections are made, and ideas turn into action.

One session, one meeting, one moment — that’s all it takes to change your trajectory. Disrupt is where startups break out, investors find the next big thing, and industry leaders stay ahead of the curve.

Featured Disrupt 2025 speakers

Roelof Botha, Sequoia Capital

Jeff Cardenas, Apptronik

David George, Andreessen Horowitz

Alex Kendall, Wayve

Eunice Kim, Netflix

Tekedra Mawakana, Waymo

Alejandro Matamala Ortiz, Runway

Ryan Petersen, Flexport

Mati Staniszewski, ElevenLabs

Astro Teller, X, The Moonshot Factory

Ethan Thornton, Mach Industries

Nirav Tolia, Nextdoor

Raquel Urtasun, Waabi

Eric Yuan, Zoom

Sangeen Zeb, GV (Google Ventures)

…and many more. New speakers are announced weekly. Check the speaker page often.

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Here’s what’s happening at Disrupt

Four Industry stages + the Disrupt Stage

Dive into the tools, trends, and tactics founders need to grow, scale, and lead in a competitive market. Stay tuned as new sessions are frequently added to the agenda.

Builders Stage: Growth playbooks and founder realities

AI Stage: Two days covering agents, creativity, defense, EV, hardware, and regulation

Space Stage: Where tech meets the cosmos

Going Public Stage: Candid lessons from companies that made it

Interactive sessions

Join candid conversations with startup pros in small-group roundtables and breakout sessions. Ask real questions, get unfiltered answers, and gain in-depth insights not covered on the big stages.

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Startup Battlefield 200

Watch the top 20 TechCrunch–picked startups pitch live on the Disrupt Stage for a $100,000 equity-free prize — with real-time VC feedback.

Explore what’s next

Step into the Expo Hall and meet the startups creating tomorrow’s tech. Founders: Want in? Exhibit your startup and get in front of investors, media, and future customers, before tables run out.

Make the right connections

Disrupt isn’t about meeting more people — it’s about meeting the right ones. Braindate helps you find those key conversations that move your goals forward, whether in a 1:1 or small-group format.

Additional benefits for investors and founders

The Deal Flow Café is where investors and founders connect over coffee to talk deals, raise rounds, and spark momentum.

In addition to access to the Deal Flow Café, Investor and Founder Pass holders unlock exclusive benefits designed to make an impact:

Investors: Enjoy a curated tour of the Expo Hall with formal introductions to startups that align with your investment focus. Plus, your reserved seat at the exclusive StrictlyVC session on Day 2 awaits.

Founders: Get face time with investors actively scouting for their next big bet, whether you’re raising now or building for what’s next.

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Savings disappear after tonight

You’ve got until 11:59 p.m. PT tonight to save up to $675 on your Disrupt 2025 ticket. Don’t miss one of the most anticipated tech conferences of the year. Register now and lock in your savings before prices go up after tonight.