TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 will be held October 13-15 at Moscone West in San Francisco. Applications for presentations will be accepted for the next few hours.
We invite founders, investors, executives, and technology experts to apply for a chance to speak at one of the most influential technology events of the year.
Disrupt 2026 brings together over 10,000 startup and VC leaders to explore the future of AI, scaling, fintech, infrastructure, robotics, and innovation.
Entries close tonight at 11:59pm Pacific Time. Apply today to share your expertise and help shape the conversations that define the technology industry.
Please select session format
We are looking for high-impact speakers to lead one of two session types:
Breakout Sessions — 30 minutes of talks (up to 4 speakers including moderator) and 20 minutes of audience Q&A. Capacity: 100 people
Roundtable — A 30-minute group discussion led by a speaker. Designed for up to 40 participants. No slides or AV, just insights and conversations.
How the application process works
Each application is carefully reviewed by our editorial team. Finalists will be selected by Audience Choice voting. TechCrunch readers select sessions that advance to the Disrupt stage. For more information about the talks, please visit Disrupt’s Call for Content page.
Lead the conversation at Disrupt 2026
If you have practical insight, real-world experience, and a desire to contribute meaningfully to the technology ecosystem, we want to hear from you. Please submit your application by today’s deadline.
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