Introduction

Less than 48 hours separate us from TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, the Bay Area's premier gathering where the next generation of tech takes shape. With the countdown nearly finished, attendees are poised to flood San Francisco's Moscone West for a three-day deep dive into what's coming next.

What Happened

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 runs from October 13 to 15 at Moscone West, welcoming more than 10,000 founders, investors, and tech executives under one roof. The program boasts 250+ speakers across 200+ sessions across six stages, roundtables and breakouts covering AI, robotics, fintech, climate, and the realities of building at scale. Alongside the conference program, 300+ startups will showcase their breakthroughs, with 200 hand-picked companies competing in the Startup Battlefield.

Why This Matters

For innovators, investors, and anyone tracking the pulse of emerging tech, Disrupt 2026 delivers unmatched access to the people and ideas defining tomorrow's landscape. From RJ Scaringe of Rivian and Andrew Feldman of Cerebras Systems to Cat de Jong of Anthropic and Les Karpas of NVIDIA, the speaker lineup spans AI, biotech, climate, crypto, and fintech. It's also a critical networking hub for deal-making, partnership building, and discovering products before they hit the market.

Key Takeaways

  • Save up to $100 on tickets before door prices increase on October 13 at 8 a.m. PT
  • Attendees can bring a colleague or partner at 50% off a second pass
  • The Layoff to Liftoff program offers an Expo+ Pass for just $75 for recently laid-off professionals
  • Over 250 speakers will cover AI, biotech, climate, crypto, fintech, and robotics across 200+ sessions
  • More than 300 startups will showcase breakthrough technologies, with the top 200 competing in Startup Battlefield
  • The Expo Hall provides hands-on access to emerging products and direct conversations with founding teams

Conclusion

With less than two days to go, TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 promises an intense, high-energy lineup designed to accelerate connections and ideas. Whether you're a founder seeking visibility, an investor scouting the next big thing, or a tech enthusiast eager to witness breakthroughs in person, now is the time to secure your pass and plan your schedule. Don't let the countdown pass without being part of the conversation.