TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is set to feature a compelling three-day agenda from October 13 to 15 at Moscone West in San Francisco, spotlighting the brightest minds in technology. The Disrupt Stage will serve as a hub for groundbreaking discussions led by visionary founders, CEOs, and investors. Key speakers include Rivian’s CEO RJ Scaringe on scaling complex hardware companies, Cerebras CEO Andrew Feldman addressing the challenges of AI's growth, and Science Corporation founder Max Hodak exploring human-technology integration beyond screens. The event boasts a rare all-partners session from Benchmark, one of Silicon Valley’s top venture capital firms.

Several other notable leaders will join the stage, including Anna Goldie and Azalia Mirhoseini, who will talk about AI designing the hardware it runs on, and Panos Panay from Amazon, who will introduce what’s next beyond smartphones. Social media renewal will be discussed by Bluesky's leadership, and Replit's CEO Amjad Masad will analyze AI's impact on software development. Hollywood star and investor Mark Wahlberg will share insights on leveraging celebrity influence for investment ventures, marking a distinctive addition to the tech conversations.

The event will also showcase the Startup Battlefield 200 competition, where emerging startups battle live across sectors like AI, manufacturing, biotech, and enterprise security. Past winners and finalists, including Nabiha Saklayen of Cellino and other alumni, will share candid post-pitch experiences and valuable lessons. The competition culminates with one startup winning $100,000 in equity-free funding and the prestigious Disrupt cup, underscoring Disrupt’s reputation as a launching pad for breakthrough companies and ideas.

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 promises to be a pivotal gathering for over 10,000 tech leaders, founders, venture capitalists, and innovators worldwide. With over 200 sessions featuring more than 250 tech visionaries across multiple industry stages, attendees will discover the future’s most promising technologies and trends. Registration offers significant discounts, including 50% off the second pass and special rates for those impacted by layoffs, encouraging broader access to this influential event.