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The countdown is on! TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 kicks off in exactly two weeks — October 27–29 at Moscone West in San Francisco — and this is your final chance to lock in up to $624 in savings before prices increase to Late Bird rates on Friday, October 17 at 11:59 p.m. PT.

Join more than 10,000 founders, investors, and operators for three days of inspiration, connection, and dealmaking across 200+ sessions, 250+ tech leaders, and 300+ showcasing startups.

Why attend Disrupt 2025

TechCrunch Disrupt is where the global startup ecosystem meets to shape what’s next — from AI and biotech to climate tech, fintech, mobility, and consumer innovation.

• Startup Battlefield 200 returns, spotlighting the world’s top early-stage startups as they pitch live for $100,000 in equity-free funding, and get live insights from the most seasoned VCs.
• Unparalleled networking connects you with investors, clients, collaborators, and just about anyone in the tech industry across titles through curated events and Braindate meetings.
• Expert insights from tech’s most influential minds offer playbooks for growth, fundraising, and scale across five industry-focused stages, roundtables, and breakouts.

Hear from leaders defining the next decade of innovation

• Chris Barman, CEO, Slate Auto
• Roelof Botha, managing partner, Sequoia Capital
• Phoebe Gates and Sophia Kianni, Co-Founders, Phia
• Vinod Khosla, founder, Khosla Ventures
• Tekedra Mawakana, co-CEO, Waymo
• Kevin Scott, CTO, Microsoft
• Elizabeth Stone, CTO, Netflix
• Tristan Thompson, NBA champion & fintech entrepreneur
• Astro Teller, captain of moonshots, X
• Anatoly Yakovenko, co-founder, Solana, and CEO, Solana Labs
• …and 250+ more across every major industry, from AI to aerospace to consumer tech.

Passes built for everyone

Whether you’re a builder, operator, VC, or tech visionary, there’s a pass designed for you and your team.

Founder Pass: Build smarter, scale faster

Your startup’s next stage starts here. The Founder Pass unlocks the ultimate growth toolkit:

• Exclusive access to the Deal Flow Cafe — connect with VCs for potential deals in a private, founders-and-investors only space.
• Investor matchmaking — meet face-to-face with top funds during networking blocks and through the Braindate networking app.
• Deep-dive sessions and workshops — tactical programming across product development, GTM, fundraising, and leadership.
• Startup Battlefield 200 access — see TechCrunch-vetted startups pitch for the $100,000 equity-free prize and capture major investor attention.
• Hands-on tools and insights — refine your story, find your next hire, and grow your business efficiently.

For early-stage and scaling founders alike, the Founder Pass delivers high-impact connections, practical learning, and exposure that can change your company’s trajectory.

Investor Pass: Find the next big bet

Whether you manage a fund or invest individually, the Investor Pass gives you the inside track on tomorrow’s unicorns.

• Private investor networking — connect with founders and fellow investors during VIP Strictly VC session and exclusive reception.
• Pitch-ready founder access — make deals over coffee in the Deal Flow Cafe with founders actively seeking investors like you.
• Startup Battlefield 200 access — meet companies handpicked by the TechCrunch editorial team across key verticals to find your next startup portfolio.
• Market intelligence and insights — hear from top-tier VCs, corporate strategics, and growth funds on emerging trends and deal opportunities.
• Investor-only briefings — get early looks at breakout sectors and the next generation of tech.

For angels, seed funds, corporate venture arms, and growth investors, the Investor Pass delivers unparalleled access, intelligence, and opportunity.

Clock is ticking — Sale ends Friday

Secure your spot at one of the startup world’s biggest conferences for less. Save up to $624 before prices jump on October 17 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Bringing a team? Lock in up to 30% off group passes today.