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We are officially down to the final 5 days to save up to $680 on yourTechCrunch Disrupt 2026ticket. These lowest rates of the year disappear on February 27 at 11:59 p.m. PT.

Ifyou’vebeen mapping out your 2026 tech event calendar, thisisn’tthe moment to wait.Register now to lock in your savings before prices increase.

What to expect at Disrupt2026

Each year,Disruptedbrings together 10,000+ founders, tech leaders, and VCs at San Francisco’s Moscone West. From October 13–15,you’llgain valuable takeaways and curated networking opportunities designed to elevate yourstartuptrajectory, accelerate your career,orstrengthen your portfolio.

Key insights from today’s tech heavyweights

Last year, Disrupt featured 200+ on-stage conversations with 250+ top voices shaping the tech ecosystem. Expect the same level of powerful, candid conversations this year.2025 highlights included:

• Top investors from Insight Partners, GV, andMoxxieshare what to remember while raising a Series A

• Roy Lee, viral rage-bait expert and founder ofCluely, says brand awareness alonewon’tsustain growth andurges startups to focus on social media virality.

• Kevin Rose, founder of Diggs, hasone rule for evaluating AI hardware investments: ”Ifyou feel like you should punch someone in the face wearing it, you probably shouldn’t invest in it.”

• Waymo co-CEOTekedraMawakanamade it clear on stagethat the company will not stand for vandalism against its robotaxis.

Keep an eye on theevent pageas we roll out the 2026 agenda.

Create meaningful connections through curated networking

Last year, more than 20,000 curated meetings took place across three days. This year,we’rerolling out improved networking technology to make those connections even more targeted and efficient.

Meet the one person who can change the trajectory of your startup. It only takes one.

• Direct access to founders, VCs, and operators actively building

• Conversations that turn into funding, partnerships, and key hires

• Tactical insights you can applyimmediately

• Early visibility into where tech is heading next

Witnessthe intense startup pitch showdown

Startup Battlefieldis where 200 TechCrunch-selected, pre-Series A startups compete for $100,000 in equity-free funding, global visibility, and direct access to the industry’s top investors.

This iconic pitch competition has helped launch breakout companies like Discord, Cloudflare, and Trello.

First-row seat to innovative breakthroughs

300+ startup exhibitorswillshowcaseinnovations across the venue, especially in the Expo Hall,where foot traffic converges. Discover tomorrow’s breakthroughs and today’s solutions — all in one place.

More ways to connect with the Bay Area tech scene

Throughout Disrupt Week, October 11–17, TechCrunch Disrupt Side Events will take place across the Bay Area beyond the main venue. Attend a post-event cocktail hour, grab breakfast before the day begins, or even host your own off-site panel. The opportunities to make powerful connections around Disrupt are endless.

Last 5 days to secure the lowest rates

Five daysremainto lockinthe lowest rate of the year. Prices increase after February 27 at 11:59 p.m. PT.Register nowand secure your savingsof up to $680beforethey’regone.Save up to 30% ongroup passes.

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