TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 It returns to Moscone West in San Francisco from October 13-15 – and applications to speak are open for just a few more hours.
We invite founders, investors, operators and technology professionals to apply for a chance to take the stage at one of the most prestigious tech events of the year.
More than 10,000 startups and VC leaders will come together at Disrupt 2026 to explore what’s next in AI, scaling, fintech, infrastructure, robotics and the future of innovation.
Applications close tonight at 11:59pm PT. Apply now to share your expertise and help shape the conversations that define the tech industry.
Choose your session format
We are looking for high impact speakers to lead one of two types of sessions:
Breakout Sessions — 30-minute speech with 20-minute audience Q&A (up to 4 speakers including moderator). Capacity: 100 participants.
Round tables — A 30-minute speaker-led group discussion for up to 40 participants. No slides or AV – just ideas and conversation.
How the application process works
Each submission will be carefully reviewed by our editorial team. Finalists will be selected for an Audience Choice vote — where TechCrunch readers choose which sessions advance to the Disrupt stage. Learn more about speaking Disrupt’s Call for Content page.
Lead the conversation at Disrupt 2026
If you have actionable ideas, real-world experience, and a desire to make a meaningful contribution to the tech ecosystem, we want to hear from you. Submit your application before today’s deadline.
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