TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 will take place October 27–29, 2025. Join us along with your colleagues and friends in the heart of San Francisco at the iconic Moscone West! This new annual event promises to be a transformative experience for technophiles, entrepreneurs and all technology industry stakeholders. They’ll jump into cutting-edge advancements across industries including AI, web3, and the future of consumer behavior. We hope you’re looking forward to a new, immersive experience! With over 200 sessions on five industry stages, our all-star lineup of speakers will help you explore the thrilling future of tech.
The event will feature big names such as Elizabeth Stone, Chief Technology Officer at Netflix. She’ll explore how the streaming giant is adapting to the threats of artificial intelligence, new content formats and increased competition. We are especially excited to hear her unique perspective on how entertainment is responding to and embracing all kinds of advances in technology.
Insights from Industry Leaders
Along with Netflix’s co-CEO Reid Hastings’ futuristic perspective, Microsoft CTO Kevin Scott will be speaking on the new AI revolution. He’ll be getting deep on developer tools and frontier models that are remaking the tech landscape. His experience with Microsoft’s AI initiatives positions him as a key voice in understanding the capabilities and limitations of current technologies.
Astro Teller, moonshot captain at X, promises to provoke us with unique wisdom. He’s sure to cover Alphabet/Google’s other ambitious projects – the ones based on artificial intelligence and on radical-future ideas. We expect his discussion to enlighten us all about how disruptive ideas can change entire industries and the world.
And why Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko will help us look under the hood of decentralized computing to see what’s really possible. This issue is increasingly important in today’s digital economy. With the rise of blockchain technologies, his insights will likely resonate with entrepreneurs interested in leveraging decentralized platforms for various applications.
Exploring Creativity and Capital
Beyond the screens and sound, the event will celebrate the buzz of creativity and innovation colliding. Roy Lee, AI visionary and founder of Cluely, will share his insights on how AI is transforming creative processes, pop culture, and the fabric of reality. His perspectives are essential for anyone hoping to grasp what AI means for creative fields and the practice of making art.
Then, hear from investor and operator Elad Gil, who’ll bring his invaluable perspectives on AI, capital markets, and the AI innovation trend. His expertise in maneuvering startup ecosystems will leave participants with tangible insights on acquiring funding and developing technology companies to scale.
Tristan Thompson, NBA champion, entrepreneur and AI pioneer joins us to share his journey of bringing sports together with analytics and automation. His unparalleled experience provides a different perspective on the ways technology is shaping athlete performance and fan engagement.
The Future of Consumer Trends
Sophia Kianni and Phoebe Gates, founders of Phia, will present their vision for redefining shopping experiences and scaling consumer AI. The focus of their lively discussion is to deeply explore how companies can do their part to stay ahead of a new generation of conscious consumers.
Sequoia Capital’s Roelof Botha shares his unique perspectives on what’s ahead. He’ll get into the signals that are creating the next great trough of opportunity in venture capital. His expertise on the intersection of clean energy and national security will give all investors and entrepreneurs alike a unique perspective to help navigate the evolving market landscape.
In a notable highlight, San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie will advocate for why startups should consider building their ventures in San Francisco. His comments will likely focus on the city’s innovative ecosystem and commitment to fostering new and growing businesses.
Our Startup Battlefield 200 competition is whirring into gear for its climactic final showdown. It will include well-known judges such as Aileen Lee, Kirsten Green, Kevin Hartz, and Kevin Rose. This competition is one of the main attractions of TechCrunch Disrupt, featuring some of the most promising startups in the tech world.
A Comprehensive Experience
We’ll see you in just a few short weeks for more than 200 sessions across the conference! From there attendees will jump into active and participatory breakouts and roundtables addressing exciting concepts and practices in technology and entrepreneurship. This creative and diverse infrastructure helps both technical and non-technical minds engage with the tech community ─ no matter where their interests lie, there’s something for everyone.
That’s why TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 promises to be the most important Disrupt of all time. It will feature the most innovative technologies and ignite critical conversations on the most important issues facing our industry today. As innovators come together to share their visions for the future, this event promises to inspire collaboration and spark ideas that could shape the next wave of technological advancements.
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